March, 2025

• 26 March

  Church News

  Antioch Baptist Church3501 Hwy 828, Farmerville318-368-3591Early Worship – 8:30 a.m.Sunday School – 9:45 a.m.Morning Worship – 10:45 a.m. Bethel Temple Pentecostal Church2144 Hwy 33 N., MarionSunday School -11 a.m.Sunday Worship -12 p.m.318-608-6766 Canaan Baptist Church502 Canaan Church Rd., SpearsvilleSunday School -10amSunday Worship -11am870-312-3440Bro. Brian Williams Conway BaptistChurch Homecoming4323 HWY 549North of Farmerville Dean Baptist Church2309 Hwy 827, MarionSunday School – …

  Read More »
• 26 March

  Museum observes A.A.M.

  “Shining a Light on Autism” will be observed jointly by the Union Museum of History and Art and the Union Parish Library during the month of April, known as National Autism Awareness Month. A special exhibit of artworks by autistic individuals will open with a celebratory reception on Tuesday, April 1, from 5 to 6:30 p.m., in the Union Museum …

  Read More »
• 26 March

  Spearsville Hollis Seafood Voted Top 12

  The village of Spearsville probably isn’t the first place in the United States that comes to mind when someone thinks of somewhere to vacation to during the Summer. Despite the small size of this village, Hollis Seafood has really put Spearsville on the map after being voted among the Top 12 Seafood Buffet Restaurants in America by The Tasting Table.Out …

  Read More »
• 19 March

  Church News

  Antioch Baptist Church3501 Hwy 828Farmerville318-368-3591Early Worship – 8:30 a.m.Sunday School – 9:45 a.m.Morning Worship – 10:45 a.m. Bethel TemplePentecostal Church2144 Hwy 33 N.MarionSunday School -11 a.m.Sunday Worship -12 p.m.318-608-6766 Canaan Baptist Church502 Canaan Church Rd.SpearsvilleSunday School -10amSunday Worship -11am870-312-3440Bro. Brian Williams Conway BaptistChurch Homecoming4323 HWY 549North of Farmerville Dean Baptist Church2309 Hwy 827MarionSunday School – 9:45 a.m.Sunday Worship – 11 …

  Read More »
• 19 March

  Spring Break Safety Tips

  

  Chief Jones would like to take this opportunity to inform the citizens of Union Parish and the surrounding parishes of the upcoming Spring break, which for most area schools will be taking place March 17th – 21st. With all the excitement of being out on spring break, I would like to offer a few Safety Tips to make sure this …

  Read More »
• 17 March

  

  Read More »
• 14 March

  Linville Fire Tower road out — again

  

  Everyone knows how bad the parish roads are. Linville Fire Tower Road has had more than its share of closures over the past several years. Some five years ago, it was closed for a year or longer, awaiting bridge repair of the “Miller Bridge” crossing over Bayou De’Loutre. Within the past several months, it was closed again for more bridge …

  Read More »
• 5 March

  “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion”

  The term “DEI” is used significantly often in modern politics. This acronym stands for “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion”. In the 2024 election, Donald Trump used the term “DEI Hire” to describe his political rival, Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, who is mixed race Jamaican and Indian. The designation of “DEI Hire” was meant to be derogatory in that it implied Harris …

  Read More »

February, 2025

• 26 February

  Farmerville Black Heritage Parade 2025

  

  On February 15th, the Black Heritage Parade arrived in Farmerville Louisiana. Several groups from the local black community gathered to show their pride for their history and culture for Black History Month.Since 1970, February has been considered Black History Month. Originally, from the black educators and black students of Kent State University, the first talks of black history month started …

  Read More »
• 19 February

  Artificial Intelligence – Your Next Update

  Artificial Intelligence is a rapidly developing field of science.Whether it be overseas or locally in Louisiana, A.I. continues toevolve and change as time passes. Although the concept of machinelearning is difficult to grasp for most people, the ramifications ofthis field of expertise will have imposing detrimental impact on thejob market in its entirety, including locally run businesses.Artificial Intelligence, also known …

  Read More »
• 12 February

  Farmerville “kicks off” Mardi Gras Parade

  

  On Saturday, February 8, The Town of Farmerville held their yearly Mardi Gras Parade. Gathering the town together down N. Main Street, people enjoyed a sense of community with neighborhood friends and family.When it was time for the parade, each of the floats was garnished in green, gold, and purple, but only one float can be the best. Voted best …

  Read More »
• 5 February

  Letter to the Editor: Johnny Creed

  What is the public’s best interest? I guess it would depend on who you asked and maybe being specific about the subject.Take for instance the video equipment that was purchased by the Police Jury to live stream the public meetings the jury holds supposedly to keep the public informed. That I think would be in the public’s best interest. For …

  Read More »