Thomas FieldsThomas “Tuffy” Fields is an author and regular contributor to The Gazette. He can be reached by email at thelouisianaexplorer@yahoo.com. I have had the good fortune to have seen the world and visited some of the largest and grandest cities in this world. It is awe inspiring to view the mega-structures, large parks and toddle through museums that capture …

Jim BrownJim Brown is a former Louisiana state senator, Secretary of State, Commissioner of Insurance and a regular contributor to The Gazette. “Drive Faster. The Mountains are close by”. That’s a bumper sticker I’ve seen on a number of cars throughout western North Carolina. Yes, living in the mountains is special. A lot of people are beach groupies or mountain …

(The following 4-H’ers represented Union Parish at 4-H Challenge Camp in September : Brandon Reeder (4-H Agent), Joseph S., Oakli B., Khloe M., Scarlet C,.) 4-H Challenge Camp is one of the most valuable experiences a young person can have. It’s a learning experience where youth can learn team building, decision making, communication and conflict resolution skills through practical application …

Día de la FamiliaThe Town of Farmerville and Latinas Unidas, an initiative of the Town of Farmerville, are hosting the “14th Annual Dia de la Familia.” This year’s festivities will be a two-day event to be held in downtown Farmerville on October 11th (6:00-11:00 pm) & 12th (2:00-6:00 pm, 2024 ending with a Soccer Tournament on October 13th at Arnet …

Gabe Kenley Florida has been hit by back-to-back hurricanes over the past two months, Hurricane Helene and now Hurricane Milton. Helene’s destruction is still being dealt with, requiring $286 million in federal aid, according to FEMA.gov. Hurricane Milton threatens to be the second largest recorded hurricane on this side of the globe. Disney World Orlando, the largest theme park on …

The Last Sunday of every September is designated National Gold Star Mothers, Fathers, and Families Day. On September 29th, Blue Star Mothers of Northeast La, held a Blue to Gold program to Honor the families of Fallen Heroes from across North Louisiana.From the Farmerville, Dubach, Ruston areas we were proud to have with us GS Jon Eric Bowman’ family, GS …

Johnny Dollar Since the first week of July, The Gazette has brought to the public’s attention governmental waste, violation of environmental laws, conflicts of interest of public officials and what clearly appears to be a violation of law in the use of public funds to benefit private property owners. A study of our police jury and town officials leaves a …

BLACK BAYOU – No report. Contact Honey Hole Tackle Shop 323-8707 for latest information. BUSSEY BRAKE – Bass fishing is best fishing buzz baits and plastic frogs around the the wind rows. Some big crappie are being caught on the flats on shiners and jigs. For latest information, contact the Honey Hole at 323-8707. OUACHITA RIVER – The river is …

Glynn HarrisGlynn Harris is a long-time outdoor writer from North Louisiana and has won more than 50 writing and broadcasting awards during his 47 year career. Facebook has a neat feature. From time to time, a photo appears on your page of a person or event that took place at some time in the past.Last week, I enjoyed a photo …

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 …