Staff Reports
In a riveting tale that sounds more like a scene from a farmyard comedy than real life, a loose pig in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana set off a wild piggy pursuit that had local law enforcement cracking oinks. That’s right, folks, officers were called in to corral a wayward porker named “Miss Piggy” who went on a trotabout in Slidell. The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office shared the amusing escapade on social media because, let’s face it, when a pig is on the lam, it’s not your typical day at the precinct!
Now, if you thought pigs couldn’t cause a stir, think again. Just ask the Molgaard family in Wisconsin who had a hefty 450-pound pig pay them a surprise visit. Kevin Bacon, as the cheeky hog was dubbed, strutted onto their property, perhaps looking for a cameo in the family barbecue. But let’s not forget the importance of keeping our livestock contained, folks. This isn’t just a hogwash tale; it’s a reminder that even the sweetest pig can turn into a feisty beast when roaming free.
Loose Louisiana Pig Sparks Parish-Wide Porker Hunt https://t.co/YaDXDMk0Ii
— Marlon East Of The Pecos (@Darksideleader2) March 18, 2024
And speaking of free spirits, our own Ward Clark, a true American patriot with a bit of a wild streak, brings us tales from the Susitna Valley, straight out of Alaska. With a military background and an uncanny ability to stir controversy (in a good way, of course), Ward is a tough cookie who knows the importance of liberty and pig wrangling – okay, maybe not the wrangling part, but definitely the liberty aspect. So, when it comes to runaway pigs and law enforcement silliness, count on Ward to add his own flavorful twist to the story.
In conclusion, folks, let’s remember that a loose pig may just be looking for adventure, but it can quickly turn into a boarish situation if not handled properly. So here’s a tip from a good ol’ conservative: let’s keep our critters safe, our humor intact, and our oinks under control. And if you ever spot a pig on the loose, just remember, it might be looking for its fifteen minutes of fame, so why not give it a cute nickname like Miss Piggy or, better yet, Kevin Bacon? It’s all fun and games until the pigs start acting like… well, like pigs!
