FYI/Events

FNRC resumes fitness classes
Theresa McAdams will conduct yogilates class each Tuesday and Thursday at 6:15 p.m. at Farmerville Nursing and Rehab. Also, boot camp began Feb. 23 at 5:45 a.m. For more info call Theresa at 608-0185.

Allen benefit planned
A benefit for Kenny Allen, a Farmerville native who currently resides in Simsboro, will be held March 20 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church in Ruston. Allen is currently battling liver cancer. The event, hosted by family friends, will include chicken spaghetti plate lunches, gospel singing and a split-the-pot drawing. All donations and prayers are appreciated. Also, a medical account with Community Trust Bank has been established. For more information, contact Yancy or Margaret Martin at (318) 576-9020.

Benefit set for Nyegaard
A benefit for Aleck Nyegaard, a 35-year-old husband and father of two, will be held April 10 at the Farmerville Recreation Center. The benefit will include barbeque, jambalaya, a silent auction, gospel singing and more. Nyegaard has been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and is presently undergoing chemotherapy. An account has also been set up in Nyegaard’s name at Community Trust Bank, account number 20275122. For more information, contact Vergil Ramsey at 368-3434 or Lynn Ramsey at 358-3562.

Relay plans luminaria ceremony
The American Cancer Society invites the public to the Relay For Life luminaria ceremony to be held April 16 at the Union Christian Academy Sports Complex. Contact Kim Yelton with Relay for Life of Union Parish at 318 368-1079.

Relay sponsors balloon release
On April 9, Relay for Life will be having a memorial balloon release on the grounds of Arbor Rose. Balloons can be purchased at the Arbor Rose for a $1 donation.

Silicone bracelets in a variety of colors will be available for an additional $1 donation.

There will also be a photo contest. Registration is $10 and all photos are welcome.

All proceeds will go directly to the American Cancer Society. For more information call Crystal Dison at (318) 368-1848.

SHS yearbook seeks sponsors
The Spearsville High School yearbook is currently seeking sponsors to purchase yearbook ads for its newest edition. Interested businesses may contact Patricia Loyd at (318) 778-3752.

Alumni and Friends seeking sponsors
The Alumni and Friends of Farmerville High School are looking for sponsors to help with the March 20 Motorcycle Run Fundraiser. Funds raised will go toward the purchase of curtains for the school auditorium. If you as an individual, business or civic group would like to help with this event, please call Toni Donavan at (318) 699-0700 ext. 5638 or Martha Dupree at (318) 368-2662.

Council on Aging sponsors support group
If you are a caregiver and need help, the Union Council on Aging would like to hear from you. The National Family Caregiver Support Program, through the Council on Aging, can provide several services at no cost to the caregiver.

These services include a sitter at home for several hours per week. If you are caring for a family member, you may qualify for this program.

Please contact the Council on Aging at 368-2205 or United Home Services at 329-9264 or 1-888-799-9968 for more information.

Fitzgerald account established
The friends of Mary Katherine Fitzgerald have established an account at Community Trust Bank.

Fitzgerald’s husband passed away Feb. 9. Donations may be made to offset funeral expenses and help the Fitzgerald family. The account number is 2108346.