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Qualifying Opens for City Elections
First Candidate Forum This Monday, Live & On Talk 107.3FM
Mayoral Candidate Jr. Shelton & wife Rita Mayoral Candidate Dave Freneaux & wife Mia Photos by Michael Spangler elected to represent the people of Central. This April 5th. As of the print deadline for this The first public candidate forum will be event is open to all Central citizens. week’s issue, Dave Freneaux and Jr. Shelton held this coming Monday, February 17th in the Live radio coverage of the RWC/ have qualified for the Mayor’s race, while Central High School Auditorium. The forum Republican Coalition Pre-Forum Show starts at Kerry Clark and James Salsbury have qualified is being put on by the Republican Women of 4PM on Talk 107.3FM. The first hour of the to run for Chief of Police. Candidates who Central and the City of Central Republican show will include interviews featuring Senator have qualified for the City Council race are Coalition. It is being broadcast live on Talk Bodi White and Mayor Mac Watts, as well as June Dupuy, Jason Ellis, Shane Evans, Kim 107.3FM, hosted by Bill Profita, for anyone interviews with citizens who played a large role Fralick, Eric Frank, Wayne Messina, Aaron who cannot attend in person. There will be in the Central Incorporation, including Russell Moak, and Harry Rauls. Mike Gardner, John a candidate meet and greet at 6PM when the Starns, Marty Guilbeau, and Wendi Bonvillain. Vance, and Ralph Washington have announced candidates will be available to meet you and Hour 2 will feature guests speaking about their intent to run but had not yet qualified as answer your questions. The forum will run Central today, including David Barrow and of Wednesday morning. Qualifying is open from 6:30 until 8PM, featuring candidates other guests. through this Friday. for Mayor, City Council, and Chief of Police. The election for Central’s Mayor, City Turn to pages 2 and 4 for more photos from Candidates will share why they deserve to be Council, and Chief of Police will be held on Wednesday morning’s qualifying at City Hall.
Happy Valentine’s Day! Check out our local restaurant’s Valentine’s specials in ads throughout this issue, and take a look at last week’s Central Speaks for more Valentine’s Day specials at Central businesses.
CCA Forum Tuesday for Council & Chief of Police Candidates There will be a Central Community Alliance Public Forum on Tuesday, Feb 18th, 2014 for Central City Council and Police Chief Candidates. This “Meet and Mingle” will be held at 7PM in the DEMCO meeting room. Each candidate will be allowed a 3 minute introduction, after which candidates will be available at individual stations to meet, answer your questions, and provide their campaign materials. All announced candidates have been invited to participate. Come meet your candidates for public office at this free event open to all Central citizens.
Doug Welborn & Dave Freneaux Tonight on 910 AM EBR Clerk of Court and Central resident Doug Welborn joins Dave Freneaux and Les Bueche tonight on Central Legends, airing live from DeAngelo's at 6PM. Tune in and hear Doug's story of growing up and living in this great community. Tune in for the Sid Edwards Show where Dave sits in for Coach Sid who is travelling. Joining Dave are Keith Kepper, Shane Evans, Austin Myer, and others discussing what it takes to build a world-class athletic program right here in Central.
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Crime Stoppers: Have You Two Qualify for Chief of Police Seen These Fugitives? Photos by Michael Spangler
Call Toll Free at 1-877-723-7867 Crime Stoppers will pay cash reward for information leading to the arrest of these WANTED FUGITIVES:
Kerry Clark, top left, and James Salsbury, bottom left, both qualified Wednesday morning at Central’s City Hall to run for Central’s Chief of Police. The election will be held April 5th, the same day as elections for Central’s Mayor and City Council. As of the printing of this newspaper, no other Chief of Police candidates have announced or qualified. Qualifying ends this Friday. Doug Browning, Central’s current Chief of Police, will not be seeking another term.
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Oppose Big Government
two council members. I disagree. First, we CAN have meetings that include all five council members, and we have done it many times. They are called workshops and ideas are freely exchanged to solve problems. Second, who says council members have cornered the market on good ideas? How about a committee meeting including two council members and five citizens with expertise in the area under consideration?
Town Hall Meetings
Central needs Better Representation, NOT Bigger Government. I am the ONLY candidate for Mayor of Central who opposes increasing the size of government in Central. As Central’s next mayor I will oppose any effort to increase the size of Central’s City Council. Thomas Jefferson said “My reading of history convinces me that most bad government results from too much government.” Dave Freneaux agrees. The key to better government is to give citizens a stronger voice, not a bigger bureaucracy.
Central Deserves Districts
First, we need to solve the problem caused by at-large council elections. Our first two council elections have resulted in 100% of our council members living in one area of the city. Central is 66 square miles with a wide variety of land uses, road conditions, neighborhood sizes, and population densities. The needs of each area of the city are somewhat unique. Elections by district would give each area of the city a council member who lives in that area and can represent the needs of those voters. Then, the five council members working together can make decisions that are truly representative of the will and desires of all of Central’s citizens.
Five Council Seats is Enough
I have heard the argument that we need seven council members so that we can have “committee meetings” that include more than
Speaking of involving citizens, as your next mayor I am gong to hold Town Hall Meetings. Once each quarter all interested citizens will be able to sit with me and any participating council members and listen, discuss, and even question. These will be open exchanges with no votes, just an opportunity for citizens to share concerns and make suggestions. Together, we can then take steps to be sure that these issues are addressed and solved.
Is Our Council Over-Worked?
I have attended just about every council meeting in Central for over five years. Allow me to give you a few numbers to support my stance that five council members is all we need. Our council was scheduled to meet 24 times in 2013. Two meetings were cancelled entirely. Of the 22 meetings that did occur, 10 were adjourned in less than 45 minutes, 6 lasted 30 minutes or less and two were completed in ten minutes. The average council meeting in 2013 lasted 56 minutes. Our council members receive $800 per month for their service, and an effective council member is well worth that. However, it is clear that the work of the council is not so burdensome that we should support spending additional taxpayer dollars to add seats to our City Council. Cast your vote for DAVE for Mayor on April 5th and help me fight Big Government. That would be Good News for a Great City!
DAVE Freneaux’s Contract With Central As Mayor of Central, Dave Freneaux Pledges:
1) Fiscal Responsibility
2) Better Representation Without Bigger Government
• Create 5 Council Districts • Oppose Effort to Increase Government • Hold Quarterly Town Hall Meetings
3) Transparency in Government 4) Preserve Central’s Lifestyle 5) Economic Development 6) Improved Infrastructure
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Candidates Qualify for City Council Race
Photos by Michael Spangler
On Wednesday morning, eight candidates qualified at City Hall for Central’s City Council race. Qualifying ends on Friday, and the election will be held on April 5th, along with Mayor and Chief of Police elections. Qualifying Wednesday morning were June Dupuy, Jason Ellis, Shane Evans, Kim Fralick, Eric Frank, Wayne Messina, Aaron Moak, and Harry Rauls. Mike Gardner, John Vance, and Ralph Washington have announced their intent to run but had not yet qualified as of this printing.
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CAPA Corner: The Resolution is a Revolution!
Do you remember one of the AT&T commercials a few months ago with the man and the children sitting around a small school table? He asked them, “What’s better – more reliable or less reliable?” The children answer, “More reliable.” “Why?,” the man asks. One of the children replies, “So you can keep your New Year’s Revolution.” “Oh no, what are you going to do?,” asks the man. “I would have more jellybeans this year,” answers the child. The commercial ends with the man saying, “So it’s not so much a revolt – you’re just eating things that are bad for you.” “…your New Year’s Revolution.” Out of the mouth of babes. Do I dare ask how the New Year’s Resolution is going? Many of us have decided to improve upon our life. We want to get rid of the bad things in our life and bring about and strengthen the good things in our life. May I make a suggestion? The Resolution to your life is to have a Revolution in your life. Putting it simply, a resolution is a firm decision to do or not to do something. But if we look at a revolution regarding our spiritual lives, we would see the need to revolt against our sinful flesh. Look at this definition of revolution: Revolution: the fundamental change in political organization; esp.: the overthrow or renunciation of one government or ruler and the substitution of another by the governed. In a spiritual sense, who governs you? Who governs your heart, mind, thoughts, tongue, behavior, or attitude? Do you govern these things or do you allow the power of the Holy Spirit to govern you? All through God’s holy word we are commanded to trust him and not ourselves. We see in the Old Testament that God’s own people set up false idols and altars trusting in themselves and not the one true God. God commands them to overthrow the false idols and altars.
He didn’t suggest to them that they needed to make a decision, but commanded them to remove the idols from power by force (Exodus 23:20-25; Deuteronomy 12:1-3). In Matthew 21:12, Jesus enters into the temple of God and overthrows the tables of the money changers, and the seats of those that sold doves. Talk about revolutionary. Have you allowed Christ to enter your temple and revolutionize your life? Or have we invited Christ in our life to join in with the rest of the idols and altars not overthrowing anything, but thinking a decision for Christ was enough? Our God is a jealous God and he will not share you with any other. He demands complete devotion from us. Another key word in that revolution definition is renunciation. We need to renounce, reject, abandon, and repent from the spiritual government of sin we have allowed to rule over us. Jesus says in John 8:34, “Whosoever committeth sin is the servant of sin.” Let us no longer be servants of sin, but servants of righteousness. Let us “renounce the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man’s conscience in the sight of God (II Cor. 4:2).” We are a month and a half into the new year, but that should not deter us from making the Resolution in our life into a Spiritual Revolution. Call upon Jesus to enter your temple and let him overthrow those things that displease our heavenly Father. “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end...” (Isaiah 9:6-7). Kenny Kepper Pastor, Berean Ministries
You’re Invited to a Creation Conference at Grace Presbyterian The community is invited to attend a “Creation Conference” presented by The Institute for Creation Research (ICR) at Grace Presbyterian Church (9526 Joor Road) on Friday and Saturday, February 21-22. For over four decades the ICR (www.icr.org) has been conducting scientific research within the realms of origins and earth history, and then educating the public with evidence of the Bible’s accuracy (especially the book of Genesis) and authority.
On Friday, February 21, from 6:30 PM to 8 PM, Dr. Jake Hebert of the ICR will present “The Relevance of Genesis” and “Dinosaurs and the Christian.” On Saturday, February 22, from 9 AM to noon, Dr. Hebert will present information regarding the Ice Age, Radioisotope Dating, and the Big Bang Theory. The conference is free to the community and there is no registration. If you have any questions, please call Grace Presbyterian Church at 261-0890.
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Stephen & Huey and Ann Catherine David Taylor Celebrate Welcome Daughter 60th Anniversary Lydia Elizabeth
Stephen and Catherine David of Central are proud to announce the birth of their first child, a daughter named Lydia Elizabeth David. Lydia was lovingly welcomed into the world Thursday, December 26, 2013 at 4:34 p.m. She weighed six pounds, 11 ounces and was 19 inches long. She is the granddaughter of Liz Wilcox of St. Francisville, Stephen and Lynn David of New Roads, and Bobby and Cathy Larsen of Covington.
Mr. and Mrs. Huey P. Taylor celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary January 26th at Sammy's Grill in Central. Hosting the event were their sons Terry and wife Lesley of Zachary; Darrel, of Central; and Randy, of Watkinsville, Georgia. Randy's wife Esther and daughter Caroline were unable to attend because of distance and school commitments. Also in attendance were granddaughter Rachael and friend Jacob Byrd; one sister, Ruby Lantz; sister-in-law, Pat Taylor; one cousin; several nieces and nephews, some of the nicest neighbors in the world, and friends from Greenwell Springs Baptist Church, where the Taylors attend church. They were married January 29th, 1954 at Erie Street Church Of God by the Reverend John C. McClendon. Ann Taylor is the former Ann Wales of El Dorado, Arkansas.
Brian & Kayla Nelson Welcome Son Cooper Robert
Brian and Kayla Bercegeay Nelson of Central would like to announce the birth of their son Cooper Robert. He was welcomed home by big sister Hayleigh. Cooper was born on December 9, 2013 at Women’s Hospital at 1:23 PM. He weighed 7 pounds and 4 ounces and was 20.75 inches long. Proud Grandparents are Mark and Bernice Nelson of Central and Johnny and Clarice Bercegeay of Baton Rouge.
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Offerings from Local Professionals & Helpful Hints for Your Big Day
Wedding Checklist About one year prior to wedding date
___ Send wedding announcement to local papers ___ Decide on the style, colors, and budget of your wedding ___ Schedule any pre-nuptial counseling with your clergy person ___ Choose the date and time for the ceremony ___ Select your venue (venues book quickly!) ___ Select your attendants ___ Jot down a preliminary guest list ___ Register with stores ___ Select and finalize your photographer, videographer, musicians, caterer, baker, florist and transportation provider ___ Research hotel options for out of town guests
6-9 Months prior to wedding:
___ Select hair salon, finalize appointment ___ Finalize honeymoon destination and reservations ___ Finalize tuxedo selection for male members of wedding party ___ Finalize Rehearsal Dinner location ___ Choose wedding dress as early as possible so that it can be ordered in time
4-6 Months prior to wedding:
___ Finalize guest list ___ Select rings, have sized/engraved ___ Select invitations, order ___ Touch base with all vendors, confirm all dates and plans, make sure all deposits paid ___ Have wedding programs printed, be sure to include any readings, hymns, and wedding party names ___ Mail or email maps of locations to out of town guests ___ Get name change information
1-2 months prior to wedding:
___ Mail invitations (6-8 weeks ahead) ___ Have final fittings for bridesmaids’ dresses ___ Create seating chart for reception ___ Finalize music lists for ceremony and reception, let musicians know ___ Purchase bride’s gift/groom’s gift ___ Purchase Rehearsal dinner dress ___ Do a trial run on makeup/hair style ___ Schedule bridal portrait session ___ Schedule bridesmaids’ luncheon
2 weeks prior to wedding:
___ Obtain marriage license, finalize name changes ___ Give finalized head count to caterer ___ Confirm out of town guests’ hotel reservations
1 week prior to wedding:
___ Have groom and his attendants try on tuxes ___ Obtain traveler’s checks for honeymoon ___ Contact vendors one last time ___ Final fitting for wedding gown, pressed ___ Pack for honeymoon (include traveler’s checks)
Day before wedding:
___ Lay out your attire for ceremony ___ Attend Rehearsal and Rehearsal Dinner ___ Give attendants’ gifts ___ Get some sleep!
The Wedding Day:
___ Remember rings and marriage license. ___ Remember to thank parents 2-4 months prior to wedding: ___ Remember airline tickets, reservation confirmations, driver’s licenses, ___ Choose attendants’ and all other participants’ gifts, have engraved if needed passports, or whatever else you will require on your honeymoon. ___ Schedule Rehearsal date ___ Live happily ever after! ___ Address invitations
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Online Resources Your Name
Modern brides have discovered the amazing amount of information that can be acquired from the internet. The number of wedding oriented websites is astounding. Any couple planning their wedding who takes the time to surf the net can educate themselves on just about any wedding topic out there. Here are a few of the most popular: Pinterest. What a phenomenon. Thousands of people “pin” ideas from other websites, and then share them with the public at large. There are hundreds of sites on Pinterest devoted just to weddings. You can get ideas on subjects like hair dos, dresses, favors, colors, cakes and toppers, suggestions for menus, even types of weddings varying from anything from traditional Christmas weddings to crazy underwater weddings. You can search the available “pinboards” as created by various users, or create your own as you discover what catches your eye. www.pinterest. com Etsy. Your hand-made heaven. It is mind-boggling how many hand- made items are offered for sale on this website. There’s even a category just for “Wedding”. Go there and find 1250 pages of wedding related items! No exaggeration. Everything from wedding invitations to frames to jewelry to Photo Booth props (there’s a new rage) to (believe it or not) clothes hangers that spell your
new name. Guest books, garters, table number tags, decorated shoes – there is no limit to what human creativity can come up with, and it’s all here. www.etsy.com The Knot. A wealth of information on every topic can be found on this free registration website. From budget weddings to destination weddings, from suggestions for songs, to budgeting advice, to the newest trends, it’s all on The Knot. They even offer a way to create your own wedding website, another new trend, so that your guests can rsvp via the internet. www.theknot.com Wedding Bee. Wedding Bee is an interactive website where you can blog ideas, follow boards, search classifieds, read vendor reviews, and get other useful information. If you have questions on how to handle contracts, what hairstyle suits your face shape, or where to seat your future mother in law at the reception, here’s the place to ask them! www.weddingbee.com DIY Wedding. For the really adventuresome, there’s DIY Wedding. Here you can find out how to do just about anything – yourself. Photos, examples, and ideas show you how to make it yourself, or rope your bridal party into helping! A really cool ideaedible butterfly decorations – they look just like the real thing, but are made of wafer paper. Who thinks of these things? www. DIYwedding.org.
Traditionally, brides have taken their groom’s last name. Nowadays many brides opt to keep their name, especially if they are professionals who have established an identity in their career. Some opt to keep their last name professionally but take their groom’s name personally. Hyphenated names are still also utilized. Once you are married, you will need to notify several government entities about your name change. Contact your local DMV to obtain a new license, Social Security at 800-772-1213 or their website www.ssa.gov, the IRS to confirm they have received notification from Social Security, and the passport office at travel.,state.gov/passport. Other items you should check on include your bank account, your investments, credit cards, insurance, legal documents, bills, and any other places your name is listed. The License: To obtain a marriage license, the State of Louisiana has the following requirements: 1. Both the bride and groom must appear in person at the Clerk of Court’s office. 222 St Louis St., Room B115, Baton Rouge, 389-5647, or at 10500 Coursey Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Baton Rouge, 293-2933, or at 1320 Alabama Street, Baker, 7781866. 2. Both applicants must provide: • An original or a certified copy of their birth certificate written or translated in English, or if naturalized, a Naturalization
Certificate or a certificate of search from vital records. NON-CITIZENS need an original or certified copy of their birth certificate written or translated in English or a valid passport. A RESIDENT ALIEN CARD WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. • parents’ full names, including mothers' maiden names • birth state of each parent • social security numbers (will be redacted on documents available for public viewing) 3. Any applicant under 18 years of age must obtain parental consent. 4. Any applicant who has previously been married must provide a certified copy of the Judgment of Divorce or a certified copy of the Death Certificate of applicant's former spouse. The fee for a marriage license is $27.50, plus $5.50 for each certified copy (which will be mailed after completion). Fees must be paid by a Credit Card, Cash, Cashier's Check or Money Order made payable to: EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH CLERK OF COURT. A service fee of 3% will be added to each credit card payment. Personal checks are not accepted. Louisiana does allow Covenant Marriages. Covenant Marriage applicants must have completed pre-nuptial counseling. Go to www.ebrclerkofcourt.org for more information. The license has a 72 hour waiting period, and is good for 30 days. No blood test is required.
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For Beautiful, Unique Rings, Try
Gary Allyn Designs
Gary Ward, artist and craftsman, will create a one-of-a-kind engagement ring to captivate your special lady. Gary, owner of Gary Allyn Designs, with over 38 years of experience, is a Master Jeweler whose original designs have been delighting his customers for many years. The Craftsman in him is revealed by his painstaking work at his bench – whether carefully hand filling the gold in a ring he is resizing, or meticulously pave setting diamonds in a hand-crafted ring. The Artist is revealed in the skillfully designed pieces he creates for his clients. When Gary meets with a client, he takes the time to sit down with them and get their input on their individualized, unique design. Whether designing engagement rings, pendants, or earrings, he first finds out what shape and kind of gemstones are desired. When creating an original ring design, he finds out what shape the center stone will be. He then discusses the style of the ring, the quality of the gemstones, and how many will be needed. Once that is determined, the finger size is taken and the process begins for a computer generated image. And the rest is magic in the hands of the artist. Gary works with all precious metals, with platinum a personal favorite. He says Rose Gold is very popular now Gary has worked for several jewelry firms, including Wilson’s, Jules Madere’s, Patton’s and Lee Michael’s, where he was their main jeweler. He is Certified in Advanced Stone Setting by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). All of this training guarantees that his clientele receive the best service and the most skilled workmanship. “You have to have experience in this trade; you don’t learn this overnight, that’s for sure!” Gary says with conviction. Gary’s fully equipped workshop enables him to not only create new, original pieces but also do “Extreme Fabrication”, which is taking old jewelry and giving the stones and metal a new life as a new creation. He also does repair work in-house; there is never the danger of losing your valued item. He repairs and replaces batteries in watches, does antique restoration, and buys gold as well. Gary Allyn Designs is located at 18564 Magnolia Bridge Road, Greenwell Springs, LA 70818. Contact Gary at 225-615-7732. Hours of operation are Tuesday – Friday 10:00-6:00 and Saturday 10:00-3:00.
The Wedding Party
A great way to acknowledge the people who have meant a lot to you is to give them a role in your wedding. Aside from the bridesmaids and groomsmen, you have options including miniature bride and groom, flower girl, ring bearer, ushers to seat people before the wedding, readers to read Bible verses or other meaningful words during the ceremony, singers or musicians to add music to your wedding, hostesses to help set up or serve at the reception, and friends to take casual photos during the reception or organize the gift table. Be creative and remember that you can include as many or as few people as you like. Some couples have a wedding party of twenty, while others choose only to have two. The groomsmen typically wear rented tuxedos similar in style to the groom’s, and ties or bowties are black, white, or chosen to match the wedding colors. You may choose to have the best man wear a different color or style of tie than the other groomsmen. Dress shoes can be rented for the groom and groomsmen, though some couples go a more casual route and have the groomsmen wear matching sneakers or something along those lines. Bridesmaid dresses can be tricky with finding dresses that you love, a style that flatters different shapes and sizes, a color that goes with your wedding theme, and a price that your bridesmaids can afford. Here are a few suggestions to bear in mind as you start to shop: • Be aware of the price. By accepting their role in your wedding, your bridesmaids have agreed to buy their dresses, but try to choose affordable options unless you are helping to pay for them. • Some brides choose a color and let their bridesmaids pick their own dresses in different styles in that color. This can be especially useful if you have bridesmaids of many different shapes and sizes or different budgets, or if you want to add a little more variety to your wedding party’s style. • Be open-minded. Dresses that look drab on the hanger might look lovely on your bridesmaids, while a dress that you fall in love with may not be doable if it does not complement the members of your bridal party. • Consider all of your options. Bridesmaid dresses do not have to come from a bridal shop. If you find a great dress in a boutique or a department store, see if the shop has enough duplicates. This could open up your options and has the potential to save a little money. • It can be difficult to find a time when all of your bridesmaids can shop together for dresses, especially if anyone lives out of town. Try taking your maid of honor with you to narrow down options, then get your bridesmaids together for just one day to try them on. This will keep shopping time short. • Accept suggestions and opinions from your bridesmaids, but do remember that you will need to make the final decision on the dresses. The wedding party’s input is valuable in helping everyone to look and feel their best, but do not let yourself get overwhelmed by the opinions of others for your wedding.
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Budgeting Money Saving Tips
Experts advise that setting a budget and sticking to it is the best route for enjoyable wedding planning. An astounding FORTY FIVE PERCENT of couples go over their planned wedding budget. Keeping in mind that, although an exciting and momentous occasion in your life, a wedding is just one day, helps to keep perspective on the whole experience. Look carefully at your income. If your parents are helping with the ceremony, discuss the costs with them and discover how much they are intending to contribute. Once a figure is arrived at, decisions need to be made about what you will spend money on, and then how much you will spend. Here is a list of expenses typically associated with a wedding: • Reception (typically about 50% of your budget needs to go here) • Attire (dress, jewelry, headpiece, shoes, garter, hosiery, tuxedo) • Photographer • Videographer • Musicians (for ceremony and for reception) • Cakes (bride’s and groom’s) • Flowers (Bridesmaid bouquets, church decorations, pieces for reception, cake topper, candles, etc. Traditionally the groom pays for the bride’s bouquet) • Rings • Stationery (including invitations, save-the-date cards, postage, calligrapher, thank you notes) • Transportation (remembering out of town guests may need it too) • Gifts (attendants, guest favors, hostess gifts) • Fees (Officiant’s, wedding coordinator/planner, marriage license) • Rehearsal Dinner (often paid for by groom’s family) • Engagement Party (often paid for by bride’s family) Many websites offer budgeting worksheets. Try “The Knot” or “Wedding Planning on a Budget.com”.
• Invitations can get expensive. If you are feeling crafty, make your own! There are loads of great examples and tutorials online. • Make invitations or save-the-dates on post cards to save on postage. • Find a wedding gown online, or borrow one from a family member or friend. Grandma would be very touched if you ask to wear hers, and it’s FREE. • You can save on your wedding dress if you are going for a more non-traditional approach. Traditional wedding dresses tend to cost more than another gorgeous, non-traditional dress. • Remember the poor bridesmaids! Choosing a very expensive bridesmaid’s dress that is generally only worn once is not the most considerate. Consult with your attendants on their budgets as well! • Favors can be made by hand – throw a bridesmaid party and have them pitch in! • Simplify floral arrangements. Fragile flowers are the most expensive. • Choose foods and flowers that are in season. It can be a great way to save a little bit of cash while celebrating the season. • Sit down dinner receptions are by far the most expensive. Consider timing your ceremony so that you avoid mealtimes. Hors d’oeuvres are always enjoyed and elegant. • Open bars are the most expensive. Limiting alcohol to champagne toasts is a way to cut costs. • Destination weddings are becoming more and more popular. Exotic locations are more affordable because large numbers of
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guests are not expected to attend. Usually, however, a party is thrown upon the couple’s return so family and friends can congratulate them. Remember, a huge, elaborate event is not the requirement for a happy marriage! Having your wedding and reception in the same place can often be less expensive than paying to rent two separate places. Lots of reception halls and churches feature both wedding and reception options. Instead of a DJ, hook up your iPod to a sound system and have a friend play songs off of your designated iTunes list. Many couples give each other gifts on their wedding day, but choosing something sentimental or agreeing to do handwritten letters can mean just as much without costing more money. Call in your favors! Does your friend play guitar or maybe piano? Ask them to play for your wedding. Does your friend have fabulous handwriting? Ask them to help you write or address invitations. Is your friend great at organizing? Ask them to help you sort out your to-do lists for the wedding. Discuss with your spouse-to-be what the most important elements of your wedding are to each of you, and focus on those things. Lastly, ask! If you are looking to save money, let your florist, baker, caterer, etc. know your budget and your concerns. They may have good suggestions to help you. Most places would rather find a way for you to afford your wedding items than have you walk out empty-handed.
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Tips for the Day
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There are a few items that can sometimes slip through the cracks in the frenzy of your big day. The following are some hints to help you remember some of these items and to make your day go a little more smoothly. • Something will go wrong. An event with this many different parts and people involved is bound to miss a step somewhere. Do not panic. Get some perspective and remember the true purpose of the day: You are marrying the person you love. If a problem does need addressing, hand it off to a member of the wedding party or a parent. They are there for you, and they can help where you may not have time to. • If your wedding will be outdoors, have a rain plan! When planning a wedding far in advance, it is difficult, especially in Louisiana, to predict the weather. If you are having tents for your reception, that is a good option for the ceremony as well with a little rearranging. Otherwise, bear in mind that if the weather gets bad, you may end up getting married inside the reception hall or house nearby. Plan for that possibility. • Does you veil have a blusher, and if so, will you wear it over your face or back with the rest of your veil? If you are wearing your blusher over your face, ask someone to remind you to put it down before you walk down the aisle. It’s a small thing, but it is easy to forget. • If your wedding dress has a long train, have your maid of honor straighten it behind you when you turn to walk out after the ceremony. • Taking your group photos before the wedding does go against some wedding traditions, but it will allow you to go straight from your ceremony to enjoying your reception. • When you think of the great food at your wedding reception, remember that there is a good chance you won’t get to eat much of it unless you are having a sit down dinner. Eat something before your wedding in case you don’t get to eat much at the reception with all of the photo ops, dancing, and visiting. • If there are certain dances you want to have or people you want to share a dance with, do those early. It is easy to let time get away from you at your reception, and you only get this opportunity once. • It is a lot of fun for the wedding party to get to “decorate” your car. Sometimes, though, it can go too far. If you have some particularly mischievous groomsmen, task someone ahead of time with making sure no permanent damage is done. You would be surprised how easily a fun prank can turn into a lengthy or costly cleanup project for you.
The Dress
The highlight of the wedding from the bride’s point of view has got to be THE DRESS. There is no other day in a woman’s life when she feels more beautiful than this special day in this special dress. The huge selection available makes the choice difficult. Faced with a room full of white dresses seems overwhelming. Some suggestions: Think of the style of your wedding. Are you aiming for an outdoorsy, country feeling? A formal evening event? At what time of day will your wedding take place? These considerations are important. A long, trailing train in an outdoor setting is a probable invitation to accident. A cotton or organza dress may not stand up to a candle-lit, cathedral wedding. Bring friends and family you trust to be honest with you to try on gowns. Trusted individuals will let you know if a dress is truly flattering. Another consideration is your figure style. If you are petite, be careful your dress does not overwhelm you with lace and ruffles and bows. The focus should be on YOU, not the dress. If you have figure “flaws”, use textures,
lace, ribbons, or other adornments to draw attention away from the less than perfect and toward your better features. Every bride is beautiful on her wedding day, with that special “glow” no makeup can duplicate, so selecting a dress that draws attention to your face is always a good choice. Off the shoulder designs are popular, allowing brides to feature a favorite piece of jewelry. Heavily beaded bodices with simpler skirts draw the eye up, along with KateMiddleton-style illusion necklines. Skirts featuring ruffle upon ruffle also make an appearance. These follow the trend of the “ball gown” style dresses. Sheer lace capes and cap sleeves are trendy “toppers”. Brides are foregoing traditional veils in favor of headpieces. These headpieces often feature birdcage style veils, heirloom jewelry, or fun feathers. Remember to take the cost of your headpiece into account when budgeting your attire. Remember too that while it is wonderful to be decked out in a designer gown, a bride looks beautiful in anything she wears. Keep your budget in mind and stick with it!
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Looking Your Best
This will probably be the most-photographed day of your life, so of course you want to look your absolute best. The following are some suggestions to help you achieve that goal. • Going on a healthy diet leading up to your wedding is a great idea. However, do not try a crash diet or starvation as a means of weight loss. Even if you succeed, you will look tired and feel terrible. There is a wide variety of healthy weight loss options out there. Do a little research to find what is right for you. • If you want to have a tan glow for your big day, make a few tanning appointments ahead of time. If you would prefer not to use a tanning bed, most tanning salons also offer UV-free spray tans. • When you visit the salon, bring the veil or hair accessories you will be wearing. Your stylist will want to incorporate that into your hairstyle. Also along those lines, it never hurts to go for a consultation ahead of time to try out your hairstyle. Wear a button down shirt to avoid messing up your hair when you change. • Do not take this opportunity to try out a new hair color or extreme haircut the week of your wedding. If you are wanting to go with a brand new look, try it out a good while in advance so you have time to change it back if the color is not what you want for your wedding day. • Dark or colorful nails can be fun, but be careful not to distract from the rest of your look. Unless you are going for statement nails, try a nude shade, pale pink, or a French manicure. Sheer nail polish looks very elegant, and you will not regret that choice. • Do your eyebrows a day or more ahead of time. Tweezing and waxing can leave your brows red and swollen, and makeup will not fully cover it. • Use makeup to enhance your look, but you should strive to look like you. If you don’t typically wear much makeup, go for a more natural look with tinted lip balm, a sheer cheek tint, and minimal eyeshadow. Don’t cover up your natural beauty with a load of products. Even if you tend to go for more dramatic makeup looks, choose your products carefully. Try to focus on either bold eyes or bold lips, as both will make you look overdone. Don’t go too dark with your makeup either, as it will look severe against your gorgeous white gown. • Do a photo test ahead of time with your foundation and setting powder. Some of these products can give your face a white tint when a camera flash hits it. • Don’t overdo your blush. Use some to keep from looking washed out, but you may have a bit of a flush anyway with all of that attention on you. • Waterproof eyeliner and mascara are necessities to avoid raccoon eyes.
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Your wedding day is one of the biggest on the morning of you wedding. days of your life, and it is important It will take some of that stressed that you enjoy it. A big part of that is energy away and help you to showing up feeling your best: calm, feel more in control of your day. relaxed, and in control. Try some of • Eat healthily, especially in these tips to help you get there: the week leading up to your • Do not have your bachelor or wedding. Junk food, sodas, and bachelorette party the night before alcohol can all make you feel your wedding. It is tempting to a little worse for wear, and it make a wedding weekend out of will show. Instead, avoid junky it, but you may regret it the next foods and drink a lot of water. day. Arriving at your wedding Your body will thank you for it. tired and feeling the effects of the • Eat breakfast the morning of night before is not ideal. Instead, your wedding to keep hunger try having those parties the at bay. In addition, bring a few weekend before your wedding. protein bars or a similar snack • Get a good night’s sleep the to the venue. Even if you don’t night before your wedding. It need it, chances are someone seems like common sense, but else in your wedding party will you will be tempted to stay up be hungry and happy to have it. the night before going over last- • A lot of things will be out of minute details or visiting with your control on your wedding your guests from out of town. day. Focus instead on the things Going to bed at a reasonable you can do to make the best of hour will give you much better any situation. A good idea is perspective the next morning. to have an “emergency kit” to • If you have been feeling worn cover any little things you or down from all of those lastyour wedding party might need. minute arrangements, schedule a Include items like: a needle and massage for the afternoon before thread, a small bottle of shoe or morning of your wedding. It polish, a stain removal pen, will make you feel like you are clear nail polish, a small stick getting a fresh, positive start. of deodorant, fashion tape, a • Another great stress reliever is small bottle of hairspray, bobby physical activity. Go for a run, pins, safety pins, a spare earring alone or with friends, first thing back, and tissues.
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Central Chamber of Commerce
Price Co Supply Says “I’m In”
“Matt and Kathleen, owners of Price Co Supply Company, are proud to be a part of the Central Chamber of Commerce for all the support they give to local businesses! They provide networking opportunities, such as chamber luncheons, Business After Hours, Leads for Lunch,
and Business Over Breakfast, to name a few, in order to promote their business to the community. It has been a pleasure networking with businesses and meeting members of the community. We continue to specialize in lawn mower repair, tool repairs, safety items, and arts and craft supplies. We are definitely “ IN “ because we appreciate what the Chamber is doing for all local businesses and the community!” Matt & Kathleen Price, Owners Price Co Supply, LLC 15151 Greenwell Springs Road Central, LA. 70739 Office: (225) 262-6245 Fax: 225) 262-6232 E-mail: pricecosupply@gmail.com Website: http://www.pricecosupply.com Member Joined: January, 2006
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR THURSDAY 2/13:
Central Speaks hits the streets and mailboxes Varsity Basketball Regional Tournament, CPS Paint-In, Magnolia Methodist Church, 1:30-5PM The Sid Edwards Show, 910 AM & Live from DeAngelo’s, 5-6PM Central Legends Radio Show, 910 AM & Live from DeAngelo’s, 6-7PM Jackson Park Input Meeting, Jackson Park, 6-7:30PM CHS Girls Basketball at Broadmoor, 6PM CPS Open House for prospective families, 6:30PM Postpartum Depression Support Group, Lane RMC, 7PM
FRIDAY 2/14:
Varsity Basketball Regional Tournament, CPS Paint-in, Magnolia Methodist Church, 9:30AM-12PM CHS Freshman Basketball vs Broadmoor, Home, 5PM CHS JV Basketball vs Broadmoor, Home, 6PM CHS Varsity Basketball vs Broadmoor, Home, 7:15PM
SATURDAY 2/15:
Varsity Basketball Regional Tournament, CPS Magnolia Methodist Market, 8AM-2PM Shopping Extravaganza (See pg. 15), CMS gym, 9AM-5PM See you at church!
SUNDAY 2/16:
MONDAY 2/17:
Meet the Candidates Forum, CHS Auditorium, 6PM
TUESDAY 2/18:
CHS Freshman Basketball at Walker, 5PM CHS JV Basketball at Walker, 6PM Lovett Road Park Input Meeting, 6-7:30PM Grief Support Group, Ochsner Medical Center, 6:30-8PM CCA Meet & Greet Candidate Forum, DEMCO Mtg Rm, 7PM CHS Varsity Basketball at Walker, 7:15PM
WEDNESDAY 2/19:
Ask the Doctor Lunch and Learn, Lane RMC, 12-1PM CHS Girl’s Bowling vs St. Joseph, All Star Lanes, 3:15PM
THURSDAY 2/20:
Central Speaks hits the streets and mailboxes Paint-In, Magnolia Methodist Church, 1:30-5PM The Sid Edwards Show, 910 AM & Live from DeAngelo’s, 5-6PM Central Legends Radio Show, 910 AM & Live from DeAngelo’s, 6-7PM Powder Puff Game, Wildcat Stadium, 6:30PM
FRIDAY 2/21:
Blood Drive, Lane RMC, 6:30AM-2:30PM Paint-in, Magnolia Methodist Church, 9:30AM-12PM CPS Varsity Baseball vs Centreville, OFA Tournament, 4PM Creation Conference, Grace Presbyterian Church, 6:30PM Men’s Fish Fry, Zoar Baptist Church, 6:30PM
SATURDAY 2/22:
Magnolia Methodist Market, 8AM-2PM Creation Conference, Grace Presbyterian Church, 9AM-12PM CPS Varsity Baseball vs Bowling Green, OFA Tournament, 3PM Festival of Two Rivers Dinner & Auction, St. Alphonsus, 5-8PM CPS Varsity Baseball vs OFA, OFA Tournament, 5:30PM See you at church!
SUNDAY 2/23:
MONDAY 2/24:
CCSS School Board Meeting, 6-7:30PM
TUESDAY 2/25:
City Council Meeting, Kristenwood, 6-7:30PM
WEDNESDAY 2/26:
Selective Hearing Lunch and Learn, Lane RMC, 12-1PM CHS Boy’s Bowling vs Denham Springs, All Star Lanes, 3:15PM CHS Girl’s Bowling vs U High Lab, All Star Lanes, 3:15PM
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Lost and Found Pets
F o u n d g o l d e n retriever on Greenwell Springs Rd near Jim Price Rd about a week ago. Very Lost Black sweet, well and Tan Male mannered, Dachshund healthy, potty trained. Please help named Tucker. find her family. I have 2 big dogs 4 months old, already I can’t keep her long. 225 weighs about 202 6544 or 225 505 8847 7lbs. He is wearing a red Found in collar with Huntington rabies tag. Last Park off of seen in Biltmore Denham Subdivision behind Walmart on Rd. Call Tuesday, February 4th around E l l e n 3:00pm. If you know anything Chauvin about his whereabouts please call 225-261-0920. She has no 225-247-9297. We’re offering a microchip and wasn’t wearing a REWARD for his safe return. collar with tags when she found us. Please share this photo so we can get her to her home or find a good one for her. She’s a great little lady and absolutely loves people and other pets. Please and thank you! Found cat near Joor and Core. Has been coming around Lost near DEMCO. His name is for the last week Benin. Call 832-474-8259. or so. Please visit www.facebook.com/LostPetsOfCentralLa if you have lost or found a pet in the Central area. Found n e a r Joor and Prescott. Taken to Animal Control.
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In Memoriam: Larry Foil
Larry Foil, 77, a resident of Central, LA, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2014. He was retired, after working for the West Feliciana Parish School Board for over 40 years. He was proud to have served as a teacher, administrator, and active supporter of the school system for his whole life. Visitation was on Monday, February 3, 2014 at the Covenant Community Church in Greenwell Springs from 5pm until 8pm and then on Tuesday, February 4, 2014 at the First Baptist Church of St. Francisville from 9am until services at 11am, conducted by Rev. Jeff Stanfill. Burial was in Star Hill Cemetery, conducted by Rev. Joe Ratcliff. He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Ruby Wallette Foil; one son,
Kevin Foil and his wife Melinda of Hayden, AL; step-son Dennis Wallette and his wife Donna of Hammond, LA; step-son Tony Wallette and his wife Ginny of Austin, TX; step-daughter Deanna Wallette Martin of Pearland, TX; ten grandchildren: Erin Kinard and her husband Davy, IT3 Matthew Foil, Joshua Foil, Ashley Wallette, Lindsey Wallette, Jeffrey Wallette, Jack Wallette, Will Wallette, Blake Martin and Brandon Martin; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hugh and Allie Foil, adoptive mother, Melissa Foil; and first wife Fay Reames Foil. Pallbearers will be his grandsons and granddaughters and good friend Bobby Underwood. He was a veteran of the US Army. In his early life, he was active in the Jaycees and the Potpourri Social Club. He was currently active in Cooking in Central, the Central Community Alliance, and an associate member of the Central Chamber of Commerce. Share sympathies, memories, and condolences at www.CharletFuneralHome.com. Excerpt from eulogy by Rachel and Wendell Hall: “A simple phone call or even just a suggestion we might need him and immediately he was there - the ever-loyal and faithful friend.”
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Dawn’s Sweet Tooth Holds F irst Annual Shopping Extravaganza Ribbon Cutting Come support the CHS Softball Team and the Central Food Bank on Saturday, February 15th at the CMS Gym. Admission is $3, but you can save $1 by bringing a canned good. From 9AM to 5PM, there will be gumbo, barbecue chicken, and funnel cakes to eat, and shopping will include furniture, jewelry, monogramming, bows, art, Mary Kay, tupperware, and Plexus Slim.
Four CHS Wrestlers Medal At City Tournament Dawn’s Sweet Tooth held its ribbon cutting on Saturday, January 18th. Dawn’s is located at 13623 Hooper Rd. Suite A. They are open Tuesday-Friday 7am5pm and Saturday 7am-4pm. They can be reached at (225) 261-0090
Upcoming Events at Lane
New Moms’ Hope: A Postpartum Depression Support Group Lane Regional Medical Center is hosting New Mom’s Hope, a monthly support group for new moms suffering from postpartum depression. The group will meet Thursday, February 13, 2014, from 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., in the Staff Development Classroom at Lane Regional Medical Center, 6300 Main Street, in Zachary. This FREE support group will be led by local Licensed Professional Counselor, Dana LeTard The purpose of the support group is to provide encouragement, education, and support for mothers-to-be & new
moms who are having emotional difficulty related to childbirth. For more information, please call 6584587. Ask The Doctor Lunch and Learn Dr. Mrugesh Soni, an interventional cardiologist with Cardiovascular Institute of the South, will address cardiovascular disease during an “Ask the Doctor” Lunch and Learn session Wednesday, February 19, from 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. in the Staff Development Classroom at Lane Regional Medical Center in Zachary. The session is FREE and includes a light lunch. Advance reservations are required by calling (225) 658-4587.
Moreau Physical Therapy
Functional Activity in water is less stressful and more comfortable than exercise performed on land. The water supports your body and helps to reduce joint stress and increase peripheral circulation. Aquatic Therapy activities are tailored individually to enhance, restore, and improve a person’s functional abilities.
Arthritis • Conditioning • Developmental Disabilities • General Orthopedic Rehabilitation • Spinal Rehabilitation • Sports Specific Rehabilitation • Total Hip/ Knee Replacement
For more information, please call: Zachary East | 225.286.0181 Zachary Pediatrics | 225.654.8208 Central | 225.261.7021
Pictured are Dalton Holdman, Russell Ball, Ryan Huffty, Austin Gouedy, and Coach Justin Stafford. These four Central wrestlers were medal winners at the City Tournament that took place February 7 and 8. The final tournament of the year will be held at the Pontchartrain Center in Kenner LA on February 21 and 22.
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Central Bowling Keeps on Rolling
By Coach Godley
Monday, February 10th was definitely not the best performance for both the Central High Boys and Girls Bowling Teams, but in the end, both teams came away with big victories. The Central Boys (3-1) defeated Broadmoor (22) 22-5 and 3010-2636. This was a rematch from last year’s LHSAA State Playoffs Elite Eight in which Broadmoor won and moved on to the Final Four. Junior and captain Jacob Garretson led the way with a 213, and freshman Dylan Ringo followed with a 203 in Game 1 for a 6-2 and 1065-987 win. The boys would put the match away over the next two games with wins of 5-3 (908-850) and 8-0 (1037-799). Overall, Garretson led the Wildcats with a 614 series (213, 181, 220), followed by Ringo’s 555 (203, 201) and freshman Parker Aucoin’s 549 (204). Jade Villeneuve was high for Broadmoor with a 615 series (200, 224, 191). In a battle of unbeatens in the Baton Rouge Girls District, Central (4-0) knocked off Redemptorist (4-1) by a final
score of 17-10 and 22332130. The match was close throughout, and after the first two games, the score was tied 8-8 and almost even in Total Pins. Central won Game 1 6-2 & 732-672, and the Wolves won Game 2 6-2 & 729-696. With early control of the District Title on the line, the Lady Wildcats would respond tremendously and roll their highest game of the match with an 805 to win Game 6-2 and keep their undefeated season going. Central was led by sophomore and co-captain Sarah LeDuff with a 201 game and a 495 series and junior and co-captain Haley Young followed with a 193 and 488. The Wolves were led by T’Shyla Dyson with a 452 series. Central Boys and Girls are back in action Wednesday (212-14) at All Star Lanes at 3:15pm. The Boys take on Woodlawn (3-2) and the Girls bowl against Denham Springs (2-1). FOLLOW AND “LIKE” US NOW ON FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/ CentralHighWildcatsVarsityBowling
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Wildcats Crush Denham Springs Yellow Jackets
Central High Boy’s Basketball played Denham Springs last Friday, February 7th. The Wildcats won with a final score of 60 to 54. The next game for the Boy’s Basketball team is tomorrow, February 14th at home. They will be playing Broadmoor. The freshman team plays at 5pm, the JV team at 6pm, and the Varsity team at 7:15pm. CHS Girls Basketball has an away game at Broadmoor tonight. Please come out and support the CHS basketball program!
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Wildcat Baseball Hosts Mini Baseball Camp Riley Corba The CHS Baseball team, along Shoots First with head coach Mike Forbes, reached out to help inner city Deer children and held a mini baseball Submitted by Stacie Birch
camp at Cadillac Street Park on Sunday, January 26th, 2014. This was not only a great experience for all the players and coaches involved, but a great way to give back to the community. This was made possible by “Operation First Base," a part of the Istrouma Baptist Sports Organization. They were invited by M.L. Woodruff, minister of the Istrouma Baptist Sports Organization and former Parkview Baptist High School baseball coach. This invitation was an opportunity for players and coaches to share the love of things that make differences in lives. The smiles on these young kids' faces were priceless. After camp, there were prizes given to every child and lunch provided. Thanks to everyone involved in this great outreach program for providing a positive, fun experience for these young children. Thanks also to the CHS baseball team for giving up their Sunday afternoon and touching so many young kids' lives in such a positive way. Pictured are Coach Mike talking to all the children that attended, and senior Bubba D and junior Adam Porche with Jabare, the youngest child in attendance.
Riley Corba, daughter of Pete and Mandy Firmin, killed her first deer, a 200 pound, 8 point buck, in Sutton County, Texas. Way to go, Riley!
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Citius - Altius - Fortius. Faster - Higher - Stronger. NCAA titles. That is when the biggest opportunity of his life was achieved. Billy won his spot on the USA Team to compete in Tokyo in the 1964 Olympics.
By DeeDee Dupree
Perhaps no other symbol is more easily recognizable to athletes from every race, country, and continent than these 5 colorful, interlocking rings. The rings stand for excellence, the best of the best, and a place where athletes dedicate their lives to compete. In actuality, these rings are intended to represent all nations as they come together to compete against one another in unity. Central resident, Billy Hardin, is all too familiar with the type of training and dedication it takes to compete at this level. Billy is the son of Olympic Gold Winner, Glenn “Slats” Hardin, who won a silver medal in 1932. He dominated Track and Field 400 meter hurdles, and then went on to win the coveted gold medal in 1936. Billy admitted those were big shoes to fill. Rather than trying to reach the extraordinary level his father achieved, Billy concentrated on blazing his own trail, and doing his own personal best. After graduating from Baton Rouge High School, Billy went on to LSU and began training with Coach Al Moreau. With Al’s training and mentorship, Billy won the NCAA Championship in 400 meter intermediate hurdles and was a 3-time All-American. In speaking with Billy, and hearing all of his accomplishments, I couldn’t be more impressed. It wasn’t until he had won several National Championships when he realized that the 1964 Olympics was even an obtainable goal. The year 1964 was a whirlwind for him, winning the AAU and
“The moment we were all lined up and headed into the stadium was like nothing I can describe. As we entered, the crowd erupted, standing to their feet in applause. It was really breathtaking,” Billy admitted. He described the overwhelming emotions that consumed him as he stood proudly wearing his USA uniform and standing in the place his father stood many years ago. “That is what I will remember the most,” he stated. I could see the emotion in his eyes, this opportunity was a dream come true. Unfortunately, Billy did not bring home a medal from the Tokyo Olympics, but win or lose, nothing could replace the feeling of pride he received simply from being there, representing his country. The following year, Billy took a coaching job in Alabama from 1965–1970. Another proud moment for Billy was the onset of the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta. He was chosen to carry the torch through Baton Rouge as
it made its way to its destination. class. “The whole experience has In 1998 he was inducted into the been great. All the training really LSU Sports Hall of Fame, a spot benefited me in all my sports his father had held since 1962. endeavors. It was wonderful He is now a proud father of two working with my coach and sons and five grandkids. Since representing my country with my retiring, he enjoys volunteering team,” he stated proudly. Since at his granddaughter’s school in graduation from Catholic High, their track and field program. He Myles now attends Southern certainly has had a memorable University on a full Academic career, and it was my pleasure Scholarship. When I asked him hearing the story of his life and what the best part of the Olympic journey as an Olympian. This experience was, he said, “The talented athlete achieved a goal nature of the competition, and most of us only witness every four competing against yourself, years. pushing yourself, and achieving Another talented athlete I had goals you didn’t know you could.” the privilege of interviewing When I asked both Billy and during this Olympic season is 19 Myles why they felt everyone was year old Myles Nash. In 2011, so captivated by the Olympics, Myles took home the Gold Medal their answers differed slightly, in “Olympic Lifting” at the AAU but we all agreed that it is one Junior Olympic Games held in time, every four years, where New Orleans. If there was ever each country comes together, a dedicated young man to both with one common goal. During academics and athletics, it is that Olympic Season, we all feel Myles. He began weightlifting like we are part of a team that is when he was twelve years old. He greater than anything we could played football for St. Alphonsus achieve on our own. With each in middle school and went on to medal the USA wins, we all feel Catholic High where he excelled pride as Americans or feel the at varsity football, wrestling, and disappointment from a loss. It is weightlifting. Being mentored the spirit of camaraderie and the by coach Gayle Hatch, Myles support we offer these dedicated qualified at regional competitions athletes, and I feel that is what the and attended the 2010 Olympics are all about. Championship in Virginia Beach, GO TEAM USA! which paved his way to the 2011 – XLV Junior Olympics. Competing at this level took a great deal of dedication, training and sacrifice. All of his hard work paid off when he competed in the 94+kg (207 lb) weight Myles Nash, second from left