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By Daniel Jones

A number of local students recently attended Boys’ and Girls’ State at Northwestern State University. The program was sponsored yearly by the American Legion, a veterans’ organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. They are the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization, and are committed to mentoring youth and sponsoring programs in the communities that advocate patriotism and honor while promoting strong national security.

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By Daniel Jones

The Future Farmers of America from Florien High School are pleased with the progress they’ve made before their hosting of the 11th Annual Jambalaya Dinner and Community Auction, which is one of their biggest fundraising events of the year.

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There are two documents of paramount importance to American history: the Declaration of Independence, which forged our national identity, and the United States Constitution, which set forth the framework for the federal government that is still in use today. While Independence Day is a beloved national holiday, fewer people know about Constitution Week, an annual commemoration of the living document that upholds and protects the freedoms central to our American way of life. This year, the annual celebration begins September 17.

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The Sabine Index celebrated a historic 137 years on September 6. Your local newspaper is the oldest continually operating business in Sabine Parish. Throughout the years, The Index has had several competitors, including The Sabine Banner, which it purchased in 1921, absorbed and later revived as a free weekly. During its long history, the newspaper’s presence has been a staple of San Antonio Avenue in Many with offices first located at 990 San Antonio Ave. and Ash St. across from the current Many City Hall, with moves to 865 San Antonio Ave. in about 1931, 850 San Antonio in 1978, and, finally, to 875 San Antonio Ave. in late 2008.

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The Tamale Fiesta Board of Directors is happy to announce that Cindy Dusang Ezernack has been named as the 2016 First Lady. Over the years, Cindy has worn many hats—honor student, Zwolle High School

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The Tamale Fiesta Poster Committee is pleased to announce that Shreveport artist Don Edwards has shared his creative talent in designing the 2016 poster. Edwards is a Louisiana artist who has gained recognition throughout the United States.

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“Mom’s Morning Out” at the Many Community Center will begin on Thursday, October 6 From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. A special free movie is planned to give moms throughout Sabine Parish take a break from the kids and housekeeping for a few hours, enjoy some time together and enjoy a good movie thanks to some generous sponsors.

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By Alexandra Walsh

Each year scammers continue to call their victims pretending to the IRS and bully them into paying a sum of money in order for them to not be arrested. This year, the scams have gotten a little more sophisticated. They will alter a phone number to reflect the local sheriff’s department. Kim Troutman of Many recently had this phone call, and decided to see how far were willing to take the call.

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The organizers of the 41st Annual Zwolle Tamale Fiesta are pleased to announce those who have been chosen as festival royalty. In no particular order they are Miss Audrie Ray Phillips, Tiny Miss Makayla Williamson, Toddler Miss Carleigh Bush, Petite Miss Kazmin Leone, Little Miss Zoey Raborn, Deb Miss Leah Kinkayd Anderson, Teen Miss Raeghan Nichole Lewing, Miss Kylee Nicole Rawls, King Lee McCann, First Lady Cindy D. Ezernack, and Royal Pages Kaken Laroux and Kamron Sepulvado.

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This year’s sponsor of the Tamale Fiesta poster is a well-known citizen and beloved priest of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Father Timothy C. Hurd, better known as “Father Tim,” said that he has sponsored this year’s poster in gratitude and recognition. He extends gratitude to his parents, who instilled a desire for learning and a passion for work; to the many teachers who shaped him and inspired him to teach; and finally, in gratitude to the people of Zwolle for 15 years of welcome. His sponsorship is likewise dedicated to the recognition of those who teach now, inspiring the youth and for those who sacrifice their time for others.

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