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Sid Edwards Named Citizen of the Year
Mac Watts & Ruby Foil Receive Lifetime Citizenship Awards Mayoral Candidate Debate Tonight
At the Central Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet, three special awards were given on behalf of the community. Community members were invited to submit nominations for Citizen of the Year and the Lifetime Citizenship Award. The nominations were given to a group of representatives from seven of Central’s non-profit organizations, who then selected the recipients of these awards. Sid Edwards was chosen as the 2013 Citizen of the Year not only for his work as a successful football coach, but also for his genuine concern for the lives of his student athletes and for his role as a dedicated family man. He encourages young people to excel on and off of the football field, both in school and in ways that help charitable causes in our community.
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Photos by Michael Spangler Above: Central Speaks Editor Beth Fussell presents the Citizen of the Year Award to Sid Edwards.
Lifetime Citizenship Award winner Mac Watts
Lifetime Citizenship Award winner Ruby Foil
Mac Watts was presented with a Lifetime Citizenship Award for his commitment to the Central community as a teacher, coach, and principal, and then as our first mayor. His work in shaping the lives of students, then in helping to assemble the government for our new city, will be appreciated for years to come.
Mrs. Ruby Foil was given a Lifetime Citizenship Award for her tireless work with Central schools. Her work as a teacher, administrator, principal, and school board member has set a caring example of what it is to give of yourself to students, and therefore to the future of the community.
Tonight, March 6th, the Central Community Alliance and the Central Chamber of Commerce will co-host the Central Mayoral Candidate Debate. This free public event will begin at 7PM at the Central High School Theater. For anyone who cannot attend in person, the event will be recorded by Metro Channel 21. Come out tonight to hear Central’s two mayoral candidates, Dave Freneaux and Junior Shelton, debate live, or tune in at a later date to catch the replay on television. This will be a structured debate with a moderator. Each candidate will be allowed 3 minutes for opening remarks and 2 minutes for closing remarks. Questions will be asked on a rotating basis. Phil Rainier will moderate the debate. Check Central Speaks online and on Facebook in the coming days for updates concerning the broadcast date and time of the replay.
According to a representative from SJB Group, LLC, the surveying company, the small pink/ orange flags seen stuck in the ground along the east end of Hooper Road may be removed by the landowners. The flags are subsurface utility engineering marks. The marks have already been surveyed, so the flags may be taken down.
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Crime Stoppers: Have You Seen These Fugitives?
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www.crimestoppersbr.com Call Toll Free at 1-877-723-7867 Crime Stoppers will pay cash reward for information leading to the arrest of these WANTED FUGITIVES:
ASHLEY MARIE ADDISON RAYMOND LEE STEPHENS DOB 02/06/1983 DOB 12/23/1987 WHITE/FEMALE WHITE/MALE 5’04” HGT / 176 WGT 6’00” HGT / 180 WGT BROWN HAIR / BROWN EYES BROWN HAIR / HAZEL EYES WANTED FOR: WANTED FOR: MANUFACTURING SCH II CDS POSSESSION OF A SCH II CDS (METHAMPHETAMINE) POSSESSION OF A SCH IV CDS If you have any information on these fugitives contact: Crime Stoppers at 344-STOP(7867), text CS225 plus your message to CRIMES (274637) or email us anonymously from our facebook page or website www. crimestoppersbr.com **Remember you do not have to give your name to collect this or any Crime Stoppers Reward but you must call Crime Stoppers ** These fugitives are active as of March 6, 2014
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Walking Your Talk
The message from the State Legislature was clear. If Central wanted its own school system, we would have to create a city, so we did. With approval from the Legislature, we then needed approval from the voters to create and fund our schools. These two clear choices ensured better education for the children of Central. Dave Freneaux is the ONLY Mayoral candidate who supported the creation and funding of the Central Community School System. Support for our schools, just like support for our City and our Chamber of Commerce, are not election time additions to my life. I have Walked My Talk. When I pledge in my Contract With Central to work cooperatively with the Central Community School System to improve the education of our children, that is not a hollow campaign promise. In addition to supporting the creation and funding of our schools, I also served as a member of the Citizen’s Committee to initiate the building of our new school complex. I have Walked My Talk.
I have built theater sets, headed up parent organizations, worked on ball fields, chaperoned trips, and been a long time corporate sponsor of CHS athletics. I also initiated the effort with both Central High and Central Private to publish their school newspapers each month, at no charge, in the Central Speaks newspaper. My support for our schools is more than a promise. I have Walked My Talk. Today marks 30 days until Central’s April 5th Election Day. I encourage every voter to stop each time a candidate tells you what they “will do” if elected, and ask yourself what they “have done.” What we have done in the past is the best indicator of what we will do going forward. Promises and pledges without proven performance to back them up are usually just what candidates say to get your vote. Look for the performance behind the promise and judge for yourself whether these candidates have Walked Their Talk. DEBATE TONIGHT Don’t forget to attend tonight’s Mayoral Debate at 7PM the Central High School auditorium. This is another great opportunity to hear my plans and visions for Central as well as to see the fundamental differences in the candidates. Cable channel Metro 21 will be filming the event and airing it later, likely Friday evening. Watch CentralSpeaks.com or call the Central Chamber for details.
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CCAF Thanks Supporters Bill McLin Receives Cooking in Central Humanitarian Award
Photos by Michael Spangler
The Central Community Assistance Foundation presented framed certificates of recognition to local organizations that have offered significant support to the efforts of CCAF in helping Central students in need and their families. Janet Stevens was at the Central Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet to present the awards on behalf of CCAF. CCAF would like to thank, pictured from top to bottom, Wayne and Diane Leader of AA Mini Storage, the Rotary Club of Central, and Cooking in Central for their continued support. CCAF would also like to thank all of the community members and businesses who have helped with this important cause for the Central community. To learn more about the Central Community Assistance Foundation, visit www. HelpCentralStudents.com.
Photo by Michael Spangler
Louis DeJohn was on hand as a representative from Cooking in Central to present a very special award at the Chamber Awards Banquet. Bill McLin, pictured at right above, received the first annual Cooking in Central Humanitarian Award. The award was given to him for outstanding leadership, dedication to the Cooking in Central organization, and an unparalleled passion for helping those in need. Congratulations and thank you to Mr. Bill McLin.
Oak Point Receives Central Rotary Humanitarian Award Photo by Michael Spangler
Daniel Newman of the Rotary Club of Central was present at the Chamber Awards Banquet to present the Central Rotary Humanitarian Award to Jonathan Sumich of Oak Point. The award was given as a token of gratitude and recognition for the support of and service to the Central Rotary Club.
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Thank You from the Art League of Central Photos by Michael Spangler
ALC President Mia Freneaux attended the Central Chamber Awards Banquet, where she presented plaques in appreciation of three Central businesses who have been major supporters of the Art League of Central. Pictured from top to bottom are Heather Harrison from the Central Library, Ricardo and his wife Jennifer from Caliente, and Matt and Kathleen Price of PriceCo. These businesses have supported the Art League through providing meeting space, putting on events, and donating prizes for the ALC art shows, respectively. To learn more about the Art League of Central or to join, email centralart@cox.net
Comite Diversion, Common Core Discussed at Hodges Town Hall Meeting Press Release
Representative Valarie Hodges-R, District 64, held a Town Hall-Round Table Discussion with constituents from the Baker, Zachary, Central area on Feb. 24th. Constituents were encouraged to voice their concerns for their community and among the topics were; the ACA and Medicaid Expansion, the implementation of Common Core, increased flood insurance rates, and The Comite River Diversion Canal Project. Rep. Hodges says, "We don't need Medicaid Expansion. Expanding the program and taking more Federal dollars will not fix the problem, what we need is Medicaid Reform." Common Core is a hot topic for our state and Rep. Hodges assured the attendees that she is and will continue working with other legislators do whatever they can to stop the implementation in Louisiana. "Common Core was adopted in 2010, before I was elected into office. I did not, and would not have voted for it and do not support it now." Hodges said.
The heated issue of rising flood insurance rates due to the Biggert-Waters Act prompted the discussion of the Comite Diversion Canal Project and the need for its completion. Hodges said, "I have taken on this project and I will not stop pushing until we get results. I have met several times with other legislators and officials to discuss the project and I am introducing legislation in the upcoming session that will form the Comite Diversion Canal Project Task Force requiring members from each division involved in completing the project to come together and work out a solution to move it forward. We have funds available and need to get moving on it. Flood stages are projected to be dropped over six feet in some areas." Rep Hodges will be holding more of these meetings in the future and would like to thank those who participated in the discussion. "I need to hear from you, I need to know what your concerns are and how you want me to represent you," she said.
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Proposed Plans Sought Lancaster House Says “I’m In” for Old Girls’ Gym into our community. The New Central Chamber of Commerce
“All of us at Lancaster House are residents of Central and we believe in supporting our community. We are "in" because the Chamber promotes all businesses in Central. Shopping local not only helps the businesses; it creates tax revenues for our city. We are so excited to be working with so many other small businesses to bring shoppers
Year also brings in new owners (same faces) to Lancaster House. As many of you know, we are a family run business; now our family members: Jeff and Heather Prisk, along with Michael and Adam Bingham are all Co-Owners. Drop by and visit us during our next sale-March 7-9.” Stacey & Charlie Lancaster, Owners Jeff & Heather Prik and Michael & Adam Bingham, Co-Owners Lancaster House 1359 Hooper Road Central, LA. 70818 Office: 225.261.262.4031 Fax: 225.261.4032 Website: www.lancasterhouse.com Facebook: Lancaster House Member Joined: January, 2006
Chamber Luncheon Wednesday
This Wednesday, March 12th is the Central Chamber of Commerce Monthly Luncheon. Doors open at 11:30 AM at Kristenwood, and the luncheon will be over by 1 PM. Admission is $12 per Chamber member with cash or check ($12.50 with credit card), and $20 per non-member with cash or check ($20.50 with credit card). Admission includes lunch. This month’s guest speaker will be Ryan C. Lowe. He is a motivational speaker, coach, consultant, and author who delivers presentations to businesses of all sizes. Lowe is the president of Get Off Your Attitude Seminars based in New Orleans. To RSVP to the luncheon, contact the Central Chamber of Commerce at Chamber@CityOfCentralChamber. com or call 261-5818. Monthly Luncheons are scheduled for the second Wednesday of every month.
The Central Community School System recently received voter approval to issue additional bonds to fund some construction projects which were decided upon after several meetings and receiving public input. One of the projects to be funded addresses many of the buildings on the former Central Middle School site located at the corner of Sullivan Road and Hooper Road. The board is currently advertising for the demolition of several buildings on that site. One
of the buildings is the old girls gym. Before the school board considers bids for the project they would like to know if there is any interest by either an individual or a group of individuals to acquire that building for the purpose of preserving the building. Should an individual or a group of individuals have any interest, please contact Superintendent Michael Faulk at 225 650 2900 or at mfaulk@ centralcss.org to state your interest and what would be any proposed plans with regard to the building.
Tickets are on sale now for a benefit to raise money for funeral expenses for Elizabeth Carrier. The fundraiser will be held on Saturday, April 26th at Blackie’s on Sullivan Road. Jambalaya and white beans will be sold for $7 per plate from 11 AM until they run out, and drawing tickets will be sold for $5 with drawings at 8PM for a rifle, a shotgun, a pistol, and a $100 gift card to J Alexander’s. Pick up your tickets now at Studio Vogue, Blackie’s or Dr. Bossier’s office.
The St. Alphonsus Festival of Two Rivers 5K & Fun Run is coming on Saturday, May 3rd. Registration is now open online at www.eventbrite.com (Search for Festival of Two Rivers 5K & Fun Run). You can also visit the website www. FestivalOfTwoRivers. com and click on the link to register.
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
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THURSDAY 3/6:
CPS Mardi Gras Break Central Speaks hits the streets and mailboxes Crafting for a Cause, Pride-Chaneyville Library, 1PM Paint-In, Magnolia Methodist Church, 1:30-5PM The Sid Edwards Show, 910 AM & Live from DeAngelo’s, 5-6PM CHS Varsity Baseball at Sulphur, Sulphur North, 5:30PM Central Legends Radio Show, 910 AM & Live from DeAngelo’s, 6-7PM Live Music with Christina Ocmand, Caliente Mexican Craving, 6-9PM Mayoral Debate, CHS Auditorium, 7PM
FRIDAY 3/7:
CPS Mardi Gras Break Paint-in, Magnolia Methodist Church, 9:30AM-12PM CHS Varsity Baseball vs Acadiana, Sam Houston, 3:30PM CHS Freshman Baseball vs Covington, Denham Springs High, 4PM CPS Varsity Baseball vs S. Panola, NW Rankin Tournament, 4:30PM
SATURDAY 3/8:
Magnolia Methodist Market, 8AM-2PM CHS Varsity Baseball vs Catholic, Sam Houston, 9AM CHS Freshman Baseball vs Parkview, Denham Springs High, 10AM CPS Varsity Baseball vs. Warren Central, NW Rankin Tournament, 10AM Laura Blair’s Sidewalk Sale, 13623 Hooper Rd, 10AM-6PM Daylight Savings Clock Story/Craft, Greenwell Springs Library, 11AM Lexi Posey Jr Beta Fundraiser, Corner of Joor & Hooper, 11AM-2PM Women Veterans of LA Meeting, Jones Creek Library, 11:30AM CHS Freshman Baseball vs Dutchtown, Denham Springs High, 12PM CHS Varsity Baseball at Sam Houston, 12PM Intro to Chess Adult Program, Greenwell Springs Library, 12PM Mark’s Madness Fundraiser, Levee in Port Allen, 2-10PM Book vs Movie Teen Program, Central Library, 3PM CPS Varsity Baseball vs. Lewisburg, NW Rankin Tournament, 5:30PM
MONDAY 3/10:
CPS JV Baseball vs. Simpson, Home, 3PM CHS Boy’s Bowling vs Scotlandville, All Star Lanes, 3:15PM CHS Freshman Baseball at Catholic, 5PM CPS Varsity Baseball vs. Simpson, Home, 5PM Art League of Central Monthly Meeting, Central Library, 6PM CCSS School Board Meeting, 6PM CHS JV Baseball at Catholic, 7PM CPS Athletic Club Meeting, CPS Elementary Library, 7PM
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TUESDAY 3/11:
Free Colorectal Cancer Screening Kits, Lane RMC, 10AM-2PM Diabetes Support Group, Lane RMC, 2-3PM Wii U Teen Game Day, Greenwell Springs Library, 3PM CHS Varsity Baseball vs Catholic, Home, 4PM CPS JV Baseball vs. Bowling Green, Home, 4:30PM Doll-Making Workshop, Central Library, 4:30PM Caliente Kid’s Night, Meet Woody and Buzz, 5-8PM City Council Meeting, Kristenwood, 6-7:30PM CPS Parents’ Club Meeting, 6:30PM CPS Varsity Baseball vs. Bowling Green, Home, 6:30PM
WEDNESDAY 3/12:
Chamber of Commerce Meeting, Kristenwood, 11:30AM CHS Boy’s Bowling vs Zachary, All Star Lanes, 3:15PM CHS Girl’s Bowling vs Redemptorist, All Star Lanes, 3:15PM CPS Varsity Baseball vs. OFA, Parklane Academy, 4:30PM CPS Varsity Baseball vs. Parklane, Parklane Academy, 7:30PM
THURSDAY 3/13:
Central Speaks hits the streets and mailboxes Crafting for a Cause, Pride-Chaneyville Library, 1PM Paint-In, Magnolia Methodist Church, 1:30-5PM Pre-K and K Roundup, Bellingrath Hills Elementary, 4-6PM Teen Tech Week: Street Pass Party, Central Library, 4PM CHS Varsity Baseball vs St. Michael, North Park, 4PM Radiation Oncology Center Ribbon Cutting, Lane RMC, 4PM The Sid Edwards Show, 910 AM & Live from DeAngelo’s, 5-6PM Central Legends Radio Show, 910 AM & Live from DeAngelo’s, 6-7PM Live Music with Kenny Acosta, Caliente Mexican Craving, 6-9PM CHS Freshman Baseball vs Live Oak, North Park #6, 6:30PM New Moms’ Hope, Lane RMC, 7-8:30PM
Spring Sidewalk Sale at Laura Blair's this Saturday March 8th from 10-6, 13623 Hooper Rd. New and Reclaimed Furniture, Antiques, Multiple Vendors with Unique Pieces, Discounted Items, and Hot Dogs/Drinks. Come out and enjoy some spring shopping!
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Devoted husand to Kim and father of Jackson Member St. Alphonsus Catholic Church Central High School Graduate (1998) Nine Year U.S. Army Infantry Paratrooper Combat Veteran (Iraq 2004-2005) B.S. in Civil Engineering (LSU-2009) Engineer at Forte and Tablada (2005-Present) Project Engineer Designing roads, drainage, sewer State Licensed Professional Civil Engineer American Society of Civil Engineers Member Louisiana Engineering Society Member Central Chamber of Commerce Member Cooking in Central Member Central Cultural Foundation Treasurer Paid for by the Jason Ellis For Council Campaign
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“Mark’s Madness” ALS 2014 Louisiana Speed and Benefit This Saturday Explosive Training Clinic
Al and Sharon Naquin (owners of Laura Blair’s, LLC) of Central and John Firth of Greenwell Springs (co-owner of Commercial Liquidators, Inc.) are part of a team of friends and family members working to coordinate an ALS fundraiser for Sharon’s cousin, Mark Manchester. Please save the afternoon/evening of March 8th to attend this benefit festival on the levee of downtown Port Allen. Mark, a native of Zachary, was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Scleroses (ALS) in July of 2011. ALS is considered a terminal neuromuscular disease. Lou Gehrig first brought national and international attention to the disease in 1939 when he abruptly retired from baseball. ALS can strike anyone at any time. Sadly, this disease has already touched the lives of many, including Central residents, and researchers expect the number of diagnoses to rise as our troops return home. Medical professionals have already determined a correlation between head injury and the onset of this debilitating disease. Despite his diagnosis, Mark continues to challenge the works of technology and science to identify and implement their most promising developments toward new treatments and a cure. Mark has adopted the motto, “NO WHITE FLAGS” as shared with Steve Gleason, a friend and former New Orleans Saints football player who is also fighting the same disease. The mission of the project is to raise funds to help support the ALS Association of LA/MS/ ALS-TDI, MDA of LA, Team
•Current School Teacher at CMS •Central High School Graduate 2000 •Member of Cooking in Central •President of the CCA Comite Chapter (Coastal Conservation Association)
Gleason, and The Manchester Project. After months of planning and with the help of many, The Manchester Project is proud to announce that the first annual “Mark’s Madness” event which will be held from 2:00 to 10:00 p.m. on March 8, 2014 on the levee in downtown Port Allen. There are 8 bands booked for the event; The Chee-Weez, Don Rich and the Don Rich Band, Central’s own Floyd Brown, JJ Calllier, Big Pokey, Greg Martinez, and performers coming from York, England Craig (Vinne) Whitehead, and Johnny Pat and Al Kilvo. Food and beverages are to be provided by multiple vendors and will be on sale at the site. Tickets are on sale now at http://marksmadness.eventbrite. com/and may be purchased at the gate for a $20 entry donation. Children 12 and under will be admitted free of charge. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to sit on the levee as you enjoy the great musical performances. Laura Blair’s, LLC (a home décor shop featuring new furniture and antiques), located at 13623 Hooper in Suites B, C, and D which is at the corner of Sullivan and Hooper Roads will also be selling any remaining Mark’s Madness tee-shirts in a morning sidewalk sale on that same date. In addition to Laura Blair’s vendor merchandise, the sidewalk sale with have hot dogs and beverages for sale and will also feature items from other area merchants. Enjoy your post-Mardi Gras weekend with a morning sidewalk sale and evening concerts for a good cause.
•State Board Member for CCA •United Way Chair Central Middle •Member of Central Leadership For Tomorrow •Leader in Me Committee Member CMS
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We need our younger generations to step up and take ownership in OUR community. I believe I can aid in this effort. My passion is helping the youth of OUR community. I believe we need to identify OUR future leaders within OUR schools and get them involved in OUR community now by getting them to take ownership in the process. I am ready to step up and lead this effort. After all, OUR greatest asset of OUR city is not the buildings, streets, and schools; it’s the young people within those school buildings. They are who we are doing this for, and they are the ones that will have to live with the decisions we make today. If you elect me, I will make every decision based on what’s best for OUR future generations. Paid for by The Coach Mike Gardner For Central City Council Campaign
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Music, Art, & Fellowship at CCF Coffee Hour
Photos by Mia Freneaux
The February CCF Coffee Hour, put on by the Central Cultural Foundation, featured live music by Dwayne Gafford and Bruce Prestridge and wood carvings by Burt Fleming. The CCF Coffee Hour is a free event held monthly at Central Perk. It features local artistic talent as well as history and cultural programs focusing on the Central area. Keep an eye out for the March Coffee Hour announcement and join CCF for a fun evening.
Rebel Run March 22
The Fourth Annual Rebel Run will be held Saturday, March 22nd 2014! Runners and walkers will participate in 5K starting and ending at Central Private School along a designated route starting at 8:00 am. All proceeds will benefit educational projects of the Central Private Parents’ Club. Awards will be given to the first ten runners to cross the finish line. Registration can be downloaded from centralprivate. org's website. Please complete your registration packet and drop it off or mail it to Central Private School: Attn: Susan McWilliams Central Private School 12801 Centerra Court Baker, LA 70714
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CIS Beta Club Student Holding Jambalaya Central Resident Reigns Over Spanish Town Parade Fundraiser & Garage Sale Saturday
Lexi Posey, a 5th grader at Central Intermediate School, is raising money to fund her upcoming trip to Washington DC with the Junior Beta Club. She will be selling jambalaya this Saturday, March 8th from 11AM until 2PM. There will also be a huge garage sale, and tickets will be sold for prize drawings. Stop by the corner of Hooper and Joor in Central this Saturday to help Lexi get to Washington DC. For more information, call Stacy Davis at 276-5824.
Help Cool Runnings Support Saint Jude
On April 26th a group of runners will be participating in the Saint Jude Country Music Marathon in Nashville Tennessee. Among the runners are Central High graduates Krista Tullier and Daniell Sutton. Also participating is team captain Melissa Rodriguez. Melissa is a certified personal trainer at Body Bayou in Central. She recruited Daniell and Krista last year, and the ladies have been training ever since. The girls will be selling tickets for a drawing to raise money for the amazing children at Saint Jude. The tickets sell for five dollars each, and they enter you into a drawing for a wide variety of prizes. These tickets are available to be purchased at Jerry Lees, the Central Fire Department,
and Snap Fitness at Magnolia Bridge. All proceeds go to Saint Jude. Donations can also be made at www.heroes.stjude.org/ coolrunnings. Thank you so much for all the support. Prizes include a gift basket with restaurant gift cards to eat out once a week for 6 months, Courtney Browning photography session, baseball lesson from former LSU baseball player Blake Dean, signed baseball from former LSU closer Matty Ott, $50 gift card from Turf Crawlers lawn services, SweeTreasures photography session, gift basket from Central Perk, wreath made by The Trendy Door & More by Brittnie Crumholt, signed drumsticks and photos from Elvis’ drummer DJ Fontana, and more!
Submitted by Debbie Maher
Hear ye! Hear ye! Central has a celebrity! King Gil Leachman of Comite Hills West reigned over Spanish Town parade Saturday, March 1st with his royal family: wife, Roxanne, and 3 daughters; Kristine Boone, Allison Elliott, and Melissa Starns. His majesty has been resident of Central for 20 years. He has been a member of the Krewe of Bierbog since 2006. The King toured local Central restaurants and businesses prior to the parade generously sharing his royal throws and spirit. He will continue to do this throughout the year. He's a humble King and is proud to live in Central and he pays his taxes too!
CAPA Corner: Lent
We have just begun the Christian season of Lent, the forty day period before Easter Day. Over the centuries the Christian church has observed this season as a time of penitence, reflection, and selfexamination. It is reminiscent of the forty days that Jesus spent in the wilderness at the beginning of his ministry. During that time Jesus had an encounter with “the devil” or Satan. Satan tempted him in three different ways to deny God and pay homage to him. If you remember the story, you know that Jesus did not yield to those temptations but remained true to his purpose as the Son of God. During this Lenten season, we are invited to examine the ways that we are tempted to wander from the way of Christ – in our relationships with other people, in our relationship with God, and in our relationship with ourselves.
Jesus’ temptations, similar to temptations that we face today, were self-reliance (thinking that we do not need God), power (thinking that we can control the world), and testing God (daring God to do something to prove his power). It is a comfort to me to know that my savior, the one who walked on the earth as a flesh and blood man, lived a life with temptation just like me. He knew what it was like to experience the lure of evil, yet he was able to not fall into that trap. As we journey through these forty days of Lent, may we have an awareness about our own temptations and may we find strength to resist temptation, in knowing our savior’s great love for us. Marie Williams, Pastor Blackwater United Methodist Church
Central Bloomers Update
Central Bloomers Garden Club held the first meeting of 2014 on February 18 at the home of Pattie Ritchie. After catching up with some business details, the club hosted Danna Spayde from the Orchids for Seniors Study Group. Mrs. Spayde taught the group about different types of orchids including the Phalaenopsis. This particular variety is the Pattie Richie, Danna Spayde, and Pam Wilson most common in the nursery outlets here and best for growing in the home. She also discussed the proper medium and pots for planting. An east window in the home is best for placement and plants should be thoroughly watered and not watered again until nearly dry. More information on orchids can be found at www.aos.org or at www.centralbloomers.org. Central Bloomers Garden Club is looking forward to a great year. Happy Blooming.
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CMS Art Students Enjoy
By Michelle Freneaux
On Wednesday, January 17th, a busload of Talented Art students and Art Club members set out from Central Middle School to experience art and culture here in Louisiana. The students were going to spend the day in the New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA), learning about the elements of design and the role art has played in preserving history. Upon arrival at NOMA the students were divided into groups with tour guides who had already prepared a specialized lesson for the students. The guides were knowledgeable and engaging. Students could be seen gazing at abstract paintings, guessing at their content and meaning,
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and studying paintings from the Dutch Golden Age, searching for the interaction between light and shadow. One painting that left an impression on many students was a 9 foot tall portrait of Marie Antoinette, the infamous French Queen. The students marveled at the realism of the different fabrics in the scene and discussed how the author used colors to create depth in the painting. A highlight for many of the students was the chance to visit the Sculpture Garden. The students were fascinated by the moving sculptures, and many wanted to take photos in front of the huge “LOVE” sculpture. Other students were excited to
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find a “Blue Dog” sculpture, since they had studied the iconic piece of art in school, and still more observed giant Mardi Gras beads hanging from the trees. Complete with a picnic in front of the museum, the trip was a rewarding experience for many students. They learned how to look at art in a new way, and they were intrigued and engaged by the unique pieces on display. Since it is impossible to see the whole museum in a few short hours, the students are hoping to make this an annual trip, with each visit focusing on something new in NOMA. More information on the New Orleans Museum of Art can be found at www.noma.org
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Six CHS Boy’s Soccer Players Local Arm Wrestler to be make All-District Teams Featured on AMC’s Game of Arms
The Central High Boys soccer season has come to an end after a first round loss in the state playoffs. This has been a good year for the program as they made the playoffs for the second time in three years. The Wildcats traveled to Covington to play the number 2 seed St. Paul’s Wolves. The team was led by a large group of seniors that performed great together. Seniors making a big impact on the team this year were Austin Estave, Ashton Estave, Austin Hite, Luis Pacheco, Greg Noel, Dean Roberts, Sam Russell,
Jonathan Thibodeax, and Set Thibodeaux. This years team had a total of six players making the All-District teams. First team All-District members are Greg Noel, Jonathan Thibodeaux, Dean Roberts, and David Gutierrez. Second team All-District members are Ashton Estave and Ross Melton. I would like to thank the players and parents for all their dedication to and support of this program. We could not do the things we do without you. Coach Melton
Submitted by Shane Nolen
Ashton Estave
Dean Roberts
Greg Noel
Jonathan Thibodeaux
Craig Tullier, current Denham Springs resident, is a 1992 graduate of Central High and his mother, Katie Tullier is a current central resident. Craig will be appearing on the new AMC show Game of Arms. Craig started arm wrestling in 1990 and won his first national championship in 1993. Since 1993 Craig has accumulated 23 national titles and is the current world champion. His titles are in many different weight classes, often competing in classes against much heavier opponents. Craig is a Site Manager for Cajun Constructors. The photo of him arm wrestling was taken at the Arm Wars world championships in Las Vegas in 2013. The other photo is from the AMC show.
Game of Arms” airs Tuesdays at 9PM on AMC. Catch replays of the episode featuring the Baton Rouge Roughnecks today (Thursday) at 12:30PM and tomorrow (Friday) at 10:30PM. Full episodes are also available to watch online at http://www.amctv.com/full-episodes/game-of-arms.
David Gutierrez
Ross Melton
Above: CHS soccer players in their win over Live Oak in January
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CHS Boy’s Bowling Tops Denham CHS Girl’s Bowling Sets New School Records - Again!
For the second time this season, setting performance against St Joseph Central Girls Bowling (7-1) made a week earlier. In fact, the 2747 series short work of a shorthanded U High by Central’s Girls is higher than 12 of (0-7) on Wednesday (2-26-14). The the 18 Baton Rouge area Boys teams Wildcats would come out on fire season high series this season! against University High in Game Overall, Central would cruise to a 1 and set a new CHS Girls Game 26-1 and 2747-1591 victory over U Record with a 937 (to U High’s High. Young led the Wildcats with 493). The Wildcats would sweep all another outstanding series of 611 (her the points in the first game, winning second straight 600+ series), followed 8-0. Sarah LeDuff (Sophomore/Co- by LeDuff’s 568, Kaylee Robinson’s Captain) led Game 1 with a great 225. 477 and Brittnee Robinson’s 422. Central would “fall off” a tad in Game Early in the season, this young team 2 but still won easily 7-1 and 856-574. set out to prove that they can compete Haley Young (Junior/Co-Captain) led with anyone in the Baton Rouge Game 2 with a 210. Game 3 got several area, but with scores over 2700 contributions starting with Young’s they’re showing they can compete 222, Kaylee Robinson (Sophomore) statewide. The Wildcats go for their with a 192, LeDuff’s 175 and Brittnee first District Title on Wednesday (3Robinson’s (Freshman) 144. All of 12-14) at All Star Lanes (3:15) against that would lead to another new CHS Redemptorist (7-2). With a win the Girls Game Record with a 954! The title comes home to Central, but with a Wildcats would win Game 3 in solid loss there becomes a log jam on top of fashion 8-0 and 954-524. When all the Baton Rouge District and Central the pins settled, the Central Girls (at worst) is co-champs. Central would set another school record for defeated Redemptorist in a close 17the CHS Girls Series (for a third 10 match a month ago. Come cheer straight match). The 2747 series your Wildcats on to a District Title is over 100 pins more than record next Wednesday! BATON ROUGE STANDINGS (as of 2-26-14) Wins Losses Total Pins CENTRAL 7 1 19694 Redemptorist 7 2 18799 St Joseph Academy 4 2 14014 Denham Springs 3 5 15952 University High 0 7 9961 FOLLOW AND “LIKE” US NOW ON FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/CentralHighWildcatsVarsityBowling
Central High Boys (6-1) on Wednesday (2-26-14) topped Denham Springs (3-3) to maintain their one and a half game lead on Scotlandville in the Baton Rouge 5A North standings and extended their winning streak to 6 matches. Central would come out striking in Game 1 and demolish Denham Springs. Central’s first game would lead to a 7-1 advantage and over a 200 pin lead in Total Pins (1079-869). The Wildcats were led by anchor Parker Aucoin (Freshman) with a 193, followed by Sean Murphy (Senior) with a 191 and Dylan Ringo’s (Freshman) 187. Denham Springs would try to get back into the match with a strong Game 2, but the Yellow Jackets would ultimately fall again to Central in Total Pins, 9991028. Central would only win two individual points but even Game 2’s point total by winning the total pin battle by 29 pins. Central’s bottom two bowlers would come through in the clutch to seal the second game. Trailing by a few pins in the 10th Frame, both Aucoin and Garretson (Senior/Captain) would mark-out to help the Wildcats take an 11-5 overall lead. Aucoin would finish with a 234
and Garretson with a 210. Game 3 left no doubt just how good Central can be at times. The Wildcats runaway and hid in Game 3 by setting a new Boy’s Game School Record with a 1222, upping their previous record from last season of 1202 (also set against Denham). Game 3 was a complete team effort and had contributions from every member in the line-up. Aucoin led the team with a 245, followed by Ringo’s 235, Garretson’s 213, Bryce Delaune’s (Freshman) 188, Johnathan Ryder’s (Sophomore) 178 and Kevin Murphy’s (Senior) with a 163. Central closed out Denham Springs by winning Game 3 8-0 and 1222-883 in Total Pins. Central would win the match 22-5 and 33292751 in Total Pins. Overall, Aucoin’s 670 series was high for the Wildcats, followed by Garretson’s 601, Ringo’s 574 and Ryder’s 498. Kyler Campbell was high for Denham Springs with a 544 series. Central will continue the quest for their second straight District Title on Monday (3-10-14) against Scotlandville (5-3) and then on Wednesday (3-12-14) against Zachary (2-6). Both matches will be at 3:15pm at All Star Lanes. DISTRICT 5A NORTH STANDINGS (as of 2-26-14): SCHOOLS WINS LOSSES TOTAL PINS CENTRAL 6 1 22494 Scotlandville 5 3 21327 Denham Springs 3 3 16936 Zachary 2 6 16852 FOLLOW AND “LIKE” US NOW ON FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/CentralHighWildcatsVarsityBowling
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Open House for New Reghan Mechel Hall Weds William Charles Littlepage Radiation Oncology Center
Reghan Mechel Hall, of Baton Rouge, and William Charles Littlepage, of Colfax, were married February 22, 6 in the evening, at St. Francis the Xavier Cathedral. Father Dan O’Connor officiated. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John David Hall, of Baton Rouge. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Ray Garrene Jr., of Central and Mr. and Mrs. Darwin Randolph Hall, of Zachary. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Wright Littlepage, of Colfax. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Charles Hebert, of Alexandria, and Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Meek Littlepage, of Colfax. The bride was attended by her maid of honor, Allison Claire Hall. Bridesmaids were Elizabeth Ryan Littlepage, Anna Mistrot Littlepage, Casey Logan Vallee, Megan Lynn Guedry, Collette Prudhomme Cosminski, Zoe Laine Acosta, and Jessica Marie Taylor. Flower girl was Parker Arpie Naalbandian. The groom was attended by his best man, Brandon Austin Nichols. Groomsmen were Benjamin Wright Littlepage, Adam Ellery Crotty, Chase Michael Guidry, Christopher Neshan Naalbandian, Ellis Jacob Descant, Michael Murphy Martin, and James Kyle Lockett. Ushers were Zachary Lane King, Jacob Dane King, and James Dawson King. Ring bearer was Carson Thomas Naalbandian. Honorary groomsmen currently serving are SGT Paul Alexander Glankler and Seaman Bentley Foster Hensel. Readers were Grace Ann McCurdy and Emily Claire Regan. Gift Bearers were Addison Kathryn Hensel and Margaret McGuire Schroeder. A reception took place at the Red Cross Building. Following the honeymoon the couple will reside in Alexandria, Louisiana.
Lane Regional Medical Center and Baton Rouge General Medical Center have partnered to bring expert cancer care closer to the families in the region. Please join us as we cut the ribbon to officially open the new $4.5 million Radiation Oncology Center on Thursday, March 13, at 4 p.m., 6180 Main Street, suite B. The Community Open House is from 4-6 p.m. featuring food and refreshments, tours of the facility and equipment demonstrations. Bringing together the strength
of a nationally recognized comprehensive cancer program and led by cancer treatment experts Dr. William Russell and Dr. Andrew Lauve, the first patients were seen on Tuesday, February 25th. Radiation oncology is the use of high energy radiation to control, shrink or kill cancerous cells, and is often used as a curative or controlling treatment, usually in combination with surgery and/or chemotherapy. For more information, visit ROCZachary.com or call (225) 570-1212.
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In Memoriam: Clarence E. Elena Hartlage and Reeve Laurendine, Jr. Legendre to Wed in May
Clarence E. Laurendine, Jr. passed away at 3:50 PM, Saturday, March 1, 2014 at the Baton Rouge General Butterfly Wing at the age of 81. He was a native of Laurel, MS and a resident of Greenwell Springs and was retired from Georgia Pacific. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. Visitation was held at Seale Funeral Home in Central on Monday, March 3, 2014 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM and again on Tuesday, March 4, 2014 from 10:00 AM until religious services at 2:00 PM in the funeral home chapel conducted by Rev. Milford Walters and Rev. Jim Efferson. Burial will be at Greenwell Springs Baptist Church Cemetery. Survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Betty Lou Burnette Laurendine; 2 daughters and sonin-law, Wanda and Kenneth Francis and Nancy Whatley; 1 sister, Ruth
Ann Pope; 2 brothers and sister-inlaw, Ernest Lamar Laurendine and Robert H. and Pattye Laurendine; 6 grandchildren and spouses, Gregory Francis, Kendra and Bert Stone, Melissa and Clell Rickards, Jr., Bradley and Julie Francis, Kennan and Victoria Whatley, Jessica and Cory Allison; 6 greatgrandchildren, Clell, III and Rylie Rickards, Zachary and Macy Whatley, Alexis and Benjamin Allison; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Clarence E., Sr. and Lurlene Windham Laurendine; infant brother, Vernon Edgar Laurendine; beloved son-in-law, Kenneth Whatley. His grandsons will serve as pallbearers. He was a member of Greenwell Springs Baptist Church. Please visit our online registry book at www.sealefuneral.com
Elena Leigh Hartlage, of Baton Rouge, and Reeve Daniel Legendre, of Greenwell Springs, will marry in a 7 p.m. ceremony May 23 at St. Agnes Catholic Church. The bride-elect is the daughter of Phyllis Babin Hartlage, of Baton Rouge. She is the granddaughter of Ethel Maraist Babin, of Baton Rouge, and the late Durward Paul Babin Jr., and the late William Bernard and Jeanne Benedict Hartlage, of Atlanta. The bride-elect is a graduate of St. Joseph's Academy, LSU, and The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She is a mental health therapist and a member of Junior League of Baton Rouge. Her fiancé is the son of Mark Daniel and Mary Langley Legendre, of Greenwell Springs. He is the grandson of Fay Schexnyder Legendre, of Baton Rouge, and the late Daniel Joseph Legendre, and the late Huey Lee Langley Sr. and the late Peggy Barrow. He is a graduate of Catholic High School, LSU, and attends LSU Graduate School. He is a graduate assistant with LSU School of Plant, Environmental and Soil Sciences.
Hannah Prather and Elaine Monaghan Stephen Burns, Jr. to Wed InElaineMemoriam: G. Monaghan passed away and Todd Gagliano, Toby Nettles,
Hannah Claire Prather and Stephen Kerry Burns, Jr., both of Central, will marry in a 6:30 p.m. ceremony on March 21 at Greenwell Springs Baptist Church. The bride-elect is the daughter of Michael and Lori Prather of Central. She is the granddaughter of James and Ruby Arnold of Central, Wendell and Bonnie Reed of Baker, and Rose Prather and the late Wayne Prather of Central. The brideelect is a graduate of Central Private School and Louisiana State University. She is a MES Analyst at the Dow Chemical Company in Plaquemine, LA. Her fiancé is the son of Stephen and Laurie Burns, Sr. of Central. He is the grandson of Raymond and Betty Burns, Sr. of Central and the late Lionel and Elaine Smith of Baton Rouge. He is a graduate of Central Private School and Baton Rouge Community College. He is employed as a Process Operator at ExxonMobil in Baton Rouge, LA. After their wedding and honeymoon, the couple will reside in their home in Central.
at 11:40 AM, Saturday, March 1, 2014 at Baton Rouge Health Care at the age of 83. She was a resident of Tylertown, MS. A memorial service will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnessess, 4848 Hollywood Street, Baton Rouge on Saturday, March 8, 2014 at 2:00 PM. Survived by daughter and sonin-law, Sharon and Claude Nettles; 4 sisters and brothers-in-law, Mozell Pucket, Agnes Williams, Minnie and Bobby Williams and Betty Sue and Ronnie Hanberg; 7 grandchildren, Richard and Tommy Gagliano, Cynthia and John Nettles, Jennifer, Laura and Robert Paul Monaghan; 7 greatgrandchildren, Bradley, Travis
Omary Murry, Zander Monaghan and Morgan Nettles; host of nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband, Richard Monaghan; parents, Robert and Lucille Gant; sons, Robert and Raymond Todd Monaghan; brother, Earnest Odell Gant. She was a member of the East McComb and Glen Oaks congregation of Jehovah's Witnessess. The family would like to share their deepest heartfelt thanks to Hospice in His Care and Baton Rouge Health Care. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Glen Oaks Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnessess, Please visit our online registry book at www.sealefuneral.com