Thomas FieldsThomas “Tuffy” Fields is an author and regular contributor to The Gazette. He can be reached by email at thelouisianaexplorer@yahoo.com. How is the best way to reinforce our belief in America?  How is the best way to show that America is truly a part of a unique experiment called democracy?  How is the best way to declare that you …

Sallie HollisSallie Rose Hollis is a native of Rocky Branch and retired Journalism Professer from Louisiana Tech University. Contact her at sallierose@mail.com. With National Punctuation Day just a few days in the rear-view mirror, let’s pause to appreciate something we rely on daily but sometimes neglect: punctuation. Yes, Sept. 24 was National Punctuation Day – a holiday you may not …

Corney Creek FestivalAnnual Corney Creek Festival Arts and Craft Booths Food Booths Entertainment Games AwardsCorney Creek Festival Parade – October 5th at 3PM!We invite all Churches, Schools, Businesses, Elected Officials & Candidates, and Pageant Queens to join in the celebration!This year’s parade also welcomes Homecoming Queens and Maids from local schools, as well as BIDCO Award Winners to be part …