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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 …
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February, 2025
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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 …
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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 …
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5 February
News Briefs
GSU art professor to speak in Union Museum Feb. 8Grambling State University art professor Rodrecas Davis will discuss the life and art of Clementine Hunter on Saturday, February 8, at 11 a.m. in the Union Museum of History and Art. A display of 50 original Hunter artworks will be on display in the museum at that time. The talk is …
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5 February
The Future of Health and Human Services
On November 14th, 2024, then President Elect Donald Trump appointed Robert F. Kennedy Jr., former campaign rival, to be his next secretary of The Department of Health and Human Services. Now, in February 2025, RFK Jr has been seated in front of the senate members to convince them he is fit to be the next secretary of the HHS. Who …
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January, 2025
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29 January
Tariff Increases directly cause inflation
As of the 2024 election, the word “tariff” has been a hot topic for politicians and citizens alike. President Donald Trump, on his campaign trail, would bombastically promote that he would push to increase tariffs on incoming goods from other countries. Trump insisted that the purpose of this was to promote American businesses. This nationalist ambition is unrealistic at best …
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22 January
Donald Trump, 26 Executive Orders first day
On January 20th, 2024, Donald John Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States of America. The inauguration was held inside of the United States Capitol Rotunda, due to the severe weather conditions of the time. This is the first time that an inauguration has been held inside in 40 years; the former being President Ronald …
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16 January
Union Parish Police Jury – bad decision
The Union Parish Police Jury has failed to live feed the last three of its’ public meetings.The regular December meeting had a capacity crowd questioning why the jury voted to impose a $2,200,000 increased reassessment tax a year earlier than required. No live feed.The December 30 “Special Meeting” to approve the audit before year end is normal; but ordinarily election …
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8 January
USGS Study: Lithium Smackover Formation
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – A new federal study claims Arkansas has enough lithium to meet at least nine times the projected 2030 global demand for the product.Officials said the U.S. Geological Survey study determined that the Smackover Formation has between 5 and 19 million tons of product. The study’s authors said the ability to meet nine times the global demand …
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2 January
Mayor Crow and Town of Farmerville sued
Mayor John Crow and the Town of Farmerville (TOF) have been sued for damages sustained by Sheena Meeking when “TOF Mayor 1” vehicle operated by Mayor Crow crashed into her bedroom. The suit alleges that on the night of December 12, 2023, Mayor Crow was operating a town vehicle, in the course and scope of his duties as mayor for …
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December, 2024
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19 December
Christmas Parade comes to Farmerville
Every year, Farmerville celebrates the Christmas season with a Christmas Parade. Several businesses and organizations create festive float displays to show their spirit for the holidays.Taking a break from his busiest time of the year, the ever jolly Santa Claus attended the Christmas Parade to spread cheer. Although he couldn’t stay for very long, Santa assured reporters on the scene …
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19 December
Town of Farmerville Unanswered Questions
The Town of Farmerville [TOF] town council met Monday evening at 5 pm at the old town hall. The meeting was interesting to say the least and a bit unhinged at times. All members of the council were present as well as the town clerk, the town attorney, most of the police force and the mayor.The meeting was called to …
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