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The art of noticing, from rocks to Hogan 

When I read the obituary for Hulk Hogan recently, I didn’t expect to be struck by the writing. But there it was – one of those rare, unforgettable descriptions that I would have clipped out and carried with me to my classroom.  From People magazine: “A perennially tanned and oiled-up Florida boy with peroxide hair and a matching handlebar mustache, …

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CHURCH NEWS 

Antioch Baptist Church  3501 Hwy 828  Farmerville  318-368-3591  Early Worship – 8:30 a.m.  Sunday School – 9:45 a.m.  Morning Worship – 10:45 a.m.  Bethel Temple Pentecostal Church  2144 Hwy 33 N.  Marion  Sunday School -11 a.m.  Sunday Worship -12 p.m.  318-608-6766  Canaan Baptist Church  502 Canaan Church Rd.  Spearsville  Sunday School -10am  Sunday Worship -11am  870-312-3440  Bro. Brian Williams  Conway …

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 Chicot State Park Named Louisiana’s Top Spot 

 CHICOT STATE PARK NAMED LOUISIANA’S TOP SPOT FOR NATURE THERAPY (SURVEY)  3.017 respondents surveyed on the most relaxing spots to seek solitude.  Chicot State Park (Ville Platte) the top choice, followed by Tunica Hills Wildlife Management Area (St. Francisville) + Lake Martin (Breaux Bridge).  Infographic included.  Modern life is hectic – and for many Louisianans, anxiety and burnout are daily …

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