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May 8, 2014 • Daily News at CentralSpeaks.com
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Central’s St. Jude Bike-A-Thon Saturday
Jason Ellis Elected to City Council
Jason Ellis (left) with brother-in-law Nick Carmena
Photo by Dave Freneaux
The Central St. Jude Bike-A-Thon is coming this Saturday, May 10th! This annual event, which has been going on for over thirty years in this community, raises money for St, Jude, a hospital that treats children regardless of their ability to pay for treatment. This is a wonderful charity and a fun event for kids and adults of all ages. Bring your bike and your helmet and join the fun at 8:30 AM on May 10th at the Village at Magnolia Square, rain or shine! If you cannot be there this Saturday, you can still contribute to this great cause. Proceeds from the bike-a-thon go to St. Jude Children's Research
Hospital. St Jude treats children with serious illnesses, regardless of their ability to pay for treatment. Children from all around the country have benefitted from St. Jude, and from the generosity of people like you, including kids from Central and surrounding areas. St. Jude is funded largely through charitable donations. If you would like to contribute but cannot attend the bike-a-thon this Saturday, visit this link to donate to St. Jude through the Central Bike-A-Thon: https://waystohelp.stjude.org/sjVPortal/public/event/ page/displayEventPage.do?sectionStyle=subMenuF our&eventId=358918&programId=2002 Thank you for your support!
Newcomer Jason Ellis won the fifth and final position on city council in Central’s first ever runoff election last Saturday, May 3rd against incumbent Ralph Washington. Ellis, an engineer with Forte and Tablada, won with 58.31% of the vote, or 2,066 out of 3,543 votes cast. The voter turnout was 17.8% of registered voters. Jason Ellis will take office beginning in June with the rest of the newly elected council members, mayor, and chief of police. Ellis is married to Kim Carmena Ellis and father to Jackson and Karson.
12th Annual Car & Bike Show This Saturday at Zoar Baptist Church
Open to all classes; New This year: “Swap Meet” Bring your old parts or anything auto related; Also new this year: Pinewood Derby Race Contact Zoar Baptist Church at 261-3434 with any questions.
Photo by Michael Spangler
Mayor Watts spoke last Thursday at Central’s Annual Day of Prayer service, held at Grace UPC on Hooper Road. The service is held each year in recognition of the National Day of Prayer.
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Academic Excellence Banquet EBRSO Solves Break-Ins
Ryan Huffty and Alicen Lieux
Kendall Russell and Alicen Lieux
On Wednesday April 29th the Central Community School System held its 1st annual Academic Excellence Banquet. Students from the middle and High school were recognized for their high GPA and ACT scores.
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David Roy Davis of Baton Rouge was arrested A p r i l 30th and charged with two counts of Burglary of an Inhabited Dwelling and one count of Attempted Burglary. All three incidents occurred in Tanglewood subdivision. According to public records, Davis confessed to having a drug problem which resulted in the criminal acts. Davis had forced his way into the back door of two residences, stealing purses, medication and a camera. A third burglary was averted when the chain on the door stopped his entry and he saw the resident inside. Davis was booked into EBR Parish Prison.
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Voter Registration Drive Next Week at the Library
The East Baton Rouge Parish Registrar of Voters will conduct a Voter Registration Drive during which you can register to vote and more. Be sure to bring your current photo ID and proof of address such as a utility bill. Dates, times and locations are listed below. For more information, call (225) 389‑3940. Monday, May 12, 4‑6:00 p.m. Bluebonnet Regional Branch Scotlandville Branch Central Branch
Tuesday, May 13, 9‑11:00 a.m. Carver Branch Tuesday, May 13, 4‑6:00 p.m. Main Library at Goodwood Wednesday, May 14, 4‑6:00 p.m. Jones Creek Regional Branch Greenwell Springs Branch Zachary Branch Thursday, May 15, 9‑11:00 a.m. Delmont Gardens Branch Baker Branch Thursday, May 15, 4‑6:00 p.m. Fairwood Branch Friday, May 16, 9‑11:00 a.m. Eden Park Branch
April 2014 Building Permits Press Release from the City of Central
During the month of April 2014 in the city of Central, a total of 13 new residential permits were issued. The total valuation of these permits was $2,978,172. Within these April permits, two were issued in Woodstock with an average valuation of $210,631; one in Village Lakes with a valuation of $264,814; one in Village at Magnolia Square valued at $209,832; four in Burlington Lakes with an average valuation of $170,971; one in Gates at Burlington valued at $138,706; one in Bellingrath Lakes valued at $322,550; one in Wisteria Lakes
valued at $211,602; one in Oak Cluster valued at $347,868 and one in Hampton Village valued at $377,652. Building valuation is the price based upon the square footage of the home used for permitting purposes. The actual selling price of the home is usually higher than the valuation and depends upon amenities installed by the builder. On the commercial side, a permit was applied for a commercial remodeling at 14790 Wax Rd, Ste 108 in the amount of $70,245; and a remodeling permit at 13623 Hooper Rd in the amount of $475,190.
Crime Stoppers: Have You Seen These Fugitives?
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:
KRISTY PECORA MANNING NIKI ANN COLEMAN DOB 10/14/1970 DOB 08/04/1976 WHITE/FEMALE BLACK/FEMALE 5’01” HGT / 150 WGT 5’04” HGT / 170 WGT BROWN HAIR / BROWN EYES BLACK HAIR / BROWN EYES WANTED FOR: WANTED FOR: THEFT BY FRAUD IDENTITY THEFT THEFT OF UTILITIES 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 May 7, 2014
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR THURSDAY 5/8:
Central Speaks hits the streets and mailboxes Last Day of School for Seniors Book Fair, Lane RMC, 7AM-3PM Paint-In, Magnolia Methodist Church, 1:30-5PM Live Music with Cory Landry, Caliente Mexican Craving, 6-9PM New Mom’s Hope, Lane RMC, 7PM
FRIDAY 5/9:
Book Fair, Lane RMC, 7AM-3PM Paint-in, Magnolia Methodist Church, 9:30AM-12PM
SATURDAY 5/10:
Zoar Annual Car Show Magnolia Methodist Market, 8AM-2PM St. Jude Bike a Thon, Village at Magnolia Square, 8:30AM-12PM Women Veterans of LA Meeting, Jones Creek Library, 11:30AM Pointe of Grace Ballet Recital, Grace Presbyterian, 3PM CPS Varsity Baseball State Championship at Glenbrook, 4PM Shana Rae Project Gala & Silent Auction, Kristenwood, 7-10PM
SUNDAY 5/11:
See you at church! CPS Baccalaureate, Zoar Baptist Church, 3PM
MONDAY 5/12:
CCA Summer Tumbling Classes Begin Ask The Doctor Lunch and Learn, Lane RMC, 12PM Ninth Grade Academy Informational Meeting, Gym, 6PM CCSS School Board Meeting, 6-7:30PM
TUESDAY 5/13:
Diabetes Support Group, Lane RMC, 2PM Kid’s Night - Meet Abby and Elmo, Caliente Mexican Craving, 5-8PM City Council Meeting, Kristenwood, 6-7:30PM
WEDNESDAY 5/14:
Chamber of Commerce Monthly Meeting, Kristenwood, 11:30AM
CAPA Corner: The Crown of Life
James 1:12 “Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.” Why do we endure temptation? The most common answer to this question is: to receive the crown of life. But in all honesty this is not why we endure. The crown of life is a promise to those who remain faithful in trying times; its automatic. The crown of life is not why we endure; it is what we receive when we endure. So why do we endure temptation? The Christian endures temptation because he loves God. If you look at the last part of that verse, “…which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.” Being obedient to the first and great commandment: Love God with all your heart, soul, strength and mind, … will get you through the fiery furnaces, the lions dens, the enemy’s hands, the raging storms, and the darkest valleys. To love God is to know God. How do we know God? I John 2:3-6 “And hereby we do know that we know him, if we keep his commandments. He that saith, I know him, and keepeth not his commandments, is a liar, and
the truth is not in him. But whoso keepeth his word, in him verily is the love of God perfected: hereby know we that we are in him. He that saith he abideth in him ought himself also so to walk, even as he walked.” How do we love God and our Lord Jesus Christ? John 14:15,21 & 23 [Jesus said] “If ye love me, keep my commandments.” “He that hath my commandments, and keepeth them, he it is that loveth me: and he that loveth me shall be loved of my Father, and I will love him, and will manifest myself to him.” “If a man love me, he will keep my words: and my Father will love him, and we will come unto him, and make our abode with him.” Being obedient to God’s holy word allows the Holy Spirit to come into our lives and help us grow in the knowledge of God. The more God is revealed to us the stronger our love will be for him. The stronger our love, the stronger our faith, and when we are tried we will receive the crown of life, which the Lord has promised to them that love him. In Christ’s Love, Kenny Kepper Pastor, Berean Ministries
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Central Bloomers Plant Sale
Hypertufa pot made by Central Bloomers at their last meeting. The Central Bloomers Annual Plant Sale is coming up on May 24th from 8:00am – 1:00pm at 16524 Quiet Oaks Ave. Greenwell Springs, LA. The Central Bloomer Garden Club wishes you Happy Blooming.
Central Chamber of Commerce C4 Report: Caliente Mexican Craving says, “I’m In!”
Easter brought both joy and sadness to these three friends and Central High School alumni. Alice lost her husband Ed to cancer in March. Alice and Ed lived in Butte, Montana, and she had come back to visit Shirley Arnold Welch and Shirley’s daughter, Elizabeth Welch Schlamp. The three ladies enjoyed a trip to Hemingbough Plantation and St. Francisville.
Coming to Greenwell Springs Baptist Church June 22-27 ALL ABOUT KIDS PRODUCTIONS is a high-energy, kid-oriented performing arts day camp. Kids learn Biblical principles for life’s choices through an exciting week in the arts! For more information and registration visit www. lamplightartists.com.
“Fishing for Kenlie” Youth Benefit Fishing Tournament
The Fishing for Kenlie Youth (14 and under) Benefit Fishing Tournament will be held on May 17, 2014 from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. Bring your child to fish several exclusive private Central area ponds! Entry forms are available online at the Fishing for Kenlie Facebook page and also at the following businesses: Laura’s Boutique, Ross Tire, Junk in the Trunk, Sullivan’s Ace Hardware, and A-1 Archery. The final weigh-in will be at Central Square Pavilion (West end of Wax Rd. behind Cane's) at 4 pm. At the final weigh in there will be food, fun, music, and a raffle for some great prizes! For more information call 225-978-2287 or sazmpg@gmail.com
Central Basketball Youth Camp Begins Soon
Central Basketball youth camp is June 2-5 this year. This is one of the biggest and best youth camps in the surrounding areas. The camp teaches young basketball players the basic skills, but for those a little more advanced in the basketball we offer a way to improve their overall skills. The camp is offered to boys between the ages of 7 – 13. The camp is broken into two groups the SEC for younger kids and the NBA for the older kids. Campers will be instructed by CHS basketball staff and
current players. Camp is held at the CHS Middle School gym, on Sullivan Rd. • Camp Price: Early Reg: $60 (May 27). At door:$ 75 • Camp Time: 9am—12pm • Camper’s gear: Shorts, tennis shoes, towel (not required), water bottle • Camp Schedule: Early morning (9—9:30) - Roll Call & morning announcement, Mid-Morning (9:30—11am) Stations & (6 at 15min), Late Morning (11am—12pm) Competition
“I opened Caliente in December 2007 and joined the Chamber of Commerce shortly after. My wife and I reside and shop in Central. The Central community is very important to us and that's why we are members of the Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber promotes the local businesses so, in turn, it is important to our local economy. We have enjoyed and benefitted from being a part of this great organization.” Ricardo Barraza, Owner Caliente’ Mexican Craving 14455 Wax Rd., Ste F Central, LA 70818 Office: 225-262-2682 Member Joined: 2007 http:// calientemexicancraving.com
Central High Welders Take Third in Competition
The Central High welding team won 3rd place at the Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) Craft Competition on April 3, 2014. They competed against 26 other schools and 79 individual competitors. Each welder was required to weld a vertical and horizontal open butt v-groove. In addition to taking a written test, each weld had to be tested by x-ray. Six welders advanced to x-ray and all passed, one being a Central High welder. Michael Yarbrough took second place in individual and third in team competition out of 79 competitors. He is certified in plate, pipe, TIG, stainless, and inconel. He is a senior and has been welding at Central High for 4 years. He won a grinder, welding gloves, and gift cards
to Bass Pro and Home Depot. After graduation, he is planning on going to work for Turner Industries. Clayton Fletcher took third place in team competition out of 79 competitors. He is certified in plate, pipe, and TIG. He is a senior and has been welding at Central High for 4 years. He will be competing in the National Associated Builders & Contractors competition in Birmingham, AL, at the end of April. Brennan Borne took third place in team competition out of 79 competitors. He is certified in plate and pipe. He is now working on getting his TIG certification. He is a sophomore and has been welding at Central High for 2 years.
Dance concert to benefit Zachary Food Bank
Submitted by Becky Coxe
The Children’s Moving Co. will hold its annual dance concert on Thursday, May 22 at 6:30 at the Zachary High School performing arts theatre. This year’s concert will collect food for the Zachary Food Bank as admission. This year’s performance is also a reunion concert. All students that have danced
with the company since its establishment in 1983 are invited to return as special guests and appear on stage in our opening number. Past students are invited to visit our web site at www. childrensmovingco.com and link to the video with the dance we are preparing for that night. Even if not dancing, you are invited to sit in the front rows and be our guest.
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 on Thursday, May 8, from 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m., in the Staff Development Classroom at Lane Regional Medical Center, 6300 Main Street, Zachary. This FREE support group will be led by local Licensed Professional Counselor, Dana LeTard Vicellio. 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 (225)658-4587.
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Celebrating 46 Years
The official newspaper of Central Private School, Inc.
May 2014
Championship Week! South State Champions
Varsity Track Girls Shine at State Meet
Rebel Baseball defeated the Silliman Wildcats in two games of a best of three series to take the 2014 South State Championship title. Game 1 - CPS 9, Silliman 5 Game 2 - CPS 11, Silliman 0
Shelby Romero - Jr. Gracie Brian - Jr. Samantha Romero - Fr. Reagan Baggett - Soph.
This week, the Rebels take on the Glenbrook Apaches of Minden, LA, in an attempt to claim a 13th State title. Game 1 - Tuesday, May 5 - Results Rebels defeated Glenbrook @ Rebel Field - CPS 5, Glenbrook 4 Game 2 - Saturday, May 10 4 p.m. @ Glenbrook High School Minden, LA Game 3 (if needed) - Saturday, May 10 Immediately after Game 2
Samantha Romero - Fr.
w/Coaches Robyn Woolfolk & Shelly Cothell
3rd Place - Long Jump
3rd Place - 4 X 100 Relay
16’ 1.25” - Personal Best
53.61 seconds
2014 Graduation Special Coming Next Week
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From the Principal’s Pen...
CENTRAL PRIVATE SCHOOL – CARING AND DEMANDING
I wrote this article during Easter break. This week I have seen many parents, teachers, and board members working to make your school better. The ones I have observed are certainly not on the payroll and are doing things to help children because they believe in the mission of the school and spend their own money and labor to back that up. Not only during a school break, but every day, I observe people “paying a debt to our future” by their support for the academic and athletic wellbeing of the students. I am reminded that many years ago my mentor superintendent asked that I write a personal essay on what I considered to be the one most important factor in having great schools. My first thought was great teachers and charismatic visionary leaders. Then I recognized that neither of these most important elements would last very long in a school without a supportive, demanding school community with parents as the most important group within that community. Being an interim principal with no future career aspirations, I can say things
other educators might be hesitant to discuss. For example, the tuition paid for students to have a private, effective school experience at Central Private is most modest. I will not bore you with the facts, but when I mention the tuition for Central Private, my friends from other places recoil in disbelief. This fortunate situation is made possible by dedicated individuals who go way beyond any minimal expectations. Accordingly, the school is governed by a dedicated board of directors, who not only make policy for the school, but who personally contribute to the students’ well-being in so many ways. The demand for the school is up witnessed by the number of parents seeking its services. Thank you to all who pour their hearts into Central Private to make it an excellent school. We encourage interested parents to call the school office to learn more about the great opportunities that await their student. —Dr. Jim Surratt Interim Principal
Central Private School, Inc., admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
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Senior Finals - 1st & 2nd Hour Senior Finals - 3rd & 4th Hour Senior Finals - 5th & 6th Hour (if needed) Varsity Baseball State Championship @ Glenbrook 4 p.m. Baccalaureate @ Zoar Baptist Church 3 p.m. Spring Sports Banquet @ FOP Hall Awards Day Programs Grades 1-3 8 a.m. Grades 4-6 9 a.m. Grades 7-8 9:50 a.m. Grades 9-11 10:45 a.m. Parents’ Club Meeting (Elem. Library) 6:30 p.m. $1 Dress Day 1st Grade End of Year Party 9 a.m. K4 & 2nd Grade End of Year Parties 3rd Grade Field Trip Accelerated Reader Fun Day K3 & K5 End of Year Parties Graduation @ Zoar Baptist Church 7 p.m. 4th-6th Grade End of Year Parties MS/HS Final Exams - 1st & 4th Hours (11 a.m. dismissal) MS/HS Final Exams - 2nd & 5th Hours (11 a.m. dismissal) MS/HS Final Exams - 3rd & 6th Hours (11 a.m. dismissal) MS/HS Final Exams - 7th Hour (9:05 a.m. dismissal) Teacher Check-Out Day Report Cards Mailed Memorial Day - School Office Closed MAIS Administrators’ Conference Summer Office Hours Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. - Noon
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More South State & State Appearances Golf Team Makes First Ever State Tournament Appearance
Members of Tennis Team Good Showing at South State The following students represented CPS at the South State Tennis Tournament: Girls’ Singles Lauren West (Jr) Sarah Powell (8th grade) Boys’ Singles Daniel McNamara (Sr) Girls’ Doubles Emily Danehower (8th grade)/Elise Hewitt (8th grade) Danielle McNamara (8th grade)/Shelby Mouton (8th grade)
Though there have been several students who have made it to the MAIS State Golf Tournament over the years as individuals, this year is the first time that the golf team has qualified to compete as a team at State.
Boys’ Doubles Daniel Basham (Sr.)/Rhett Seguin (Sr.) - district champs Austin Adams (Sr.)/Mason Goynes (Sr.)
The team, led by Coach Bill Burke, placed 4th at the South State Tournament last week.
Mixed Doubles Allison Flurry (Soph)/Joey Torres (8th grade) - district champs
Team members participated in the State Tournament played at The Refuge in Flowood, MS, on Tuesday, May 6.
We are proud of you!
Team members include sophomore Dylan Laird, senior Brent Burns, senior Devin Partin, senior Daniel McNamara, sophomore Gabe Ragusa, freshman Hunter Carmouche, and Coach Bill Burke.
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Congratulations
to Mrs. Penny Kinchen!
Mrs. Kinchen, junior high English teacher, has been selected to attend C-SPAN’s Classroom 2014 Summer Educators’ Conference in Washington, D.C. The all-expense paid trip will allow Mrs. Kinchen to join 29 other middle school teachers from across the country to learn firsthand about C-SPAN’s television programming, websites and free educational resources.
Learning by Doing
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2014 CHS Summer Volleyball Camp Coming June 16-19 The 2014 Central High School Summer Volleyball Camps will be held June 16-19 from 9:00am-12:00pm and are open to incoming 5th-8th graders. On June 16-18 from 1:00pm-4:00pm camp will be open to age 4-incoming 4th graders. Session I costs $75. Session II costs $50. Central High Volleyball Camp will teach basic technique and focus on individual skill development. Players will be grouped by age and skill to give
each player an opportunity to compete at a high level. All drills and competition will lead up to an end of camp tournament. Camp will be coached by Wildcat Head Coach Michele LeBouef, Assistant Coach Amy Knecht, and members of the wildcat volleyball team. Each camper will receive a t-shirt, water bottle and wristband Registration is preferred by June 6th, but will also be taken at the door. Contact MLeBouef@ centralcss.org for more information.
Justin Vessel Wins Weightlifting Competition
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Register Now for the 2014 Wildcat Baseball Camp
The 2014 Wildcat Baseball Camp will be held at Central Baseball Field May 27th, 28th, & 29th from 9:00-1:00. The camp is open to all boys ages 7-14. Topics covered include Hitting, Fielding, Throwing, Ground Ball Technique, Bunting, Sliding, Base Running, and Fly Ball Technique. There is a $100 fee (no cash - checks only) The fee includes 3 days of instruction and a Camp T-Shirt. To register, please email the following info to mforbes@centralcss.org: Camper’s name, age, and shirt size, Parent’s email address.
CHS Kittens Host Biddy Kitty Dance Camp
The CHS Kittens will be hosting their annual Biddy Kitty Dance Camp June 2 - June 6 this summer. The camp is open to any girls going into PK - 8th grade. The cost is $65 before May 16, after May 16, the cost is $70. This price includes a craft a day, a snack a day, and a tshirt. Registration forms can be picked up at the Central High School office. Please email bgilchrist@centralcss.org if you have any questions.
Todd McClure and Coach Sid Edwards Lead 2014 CHS Youth Football Camp
Justin Vessel won the "Night of Champions" lifting competition for the football program. He is a junior at Central High School.
The 4th annual Todd McClure/Coach Sid Edwards CHS Youth Football Camp will be held June 16-18 from 6-8pm at the CHS practice fields. The cost is $20. The camp is open to ages 5-incoming freshmen. All participants must pre-register online at www.centralyouthfootball.net. Todd McClure is a Central High graduate who went on to play for LSU and the Atlanta Falcons. He now holds an Atlanta Falcon record for most consecutive starts. Coach Sid Edwards is the current head football coach at Central High and has led the team to many state and district championships.
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For Sale: 14 new men’s golf clubs (incl 11 Taylormade) w/ Nike golf bag. All for $1250. Email: golfer70739@yahoo.com For Sale: Bobcat Mount with Wood Duck $100 225-658-8663
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For Sale: LSU golf bag, 3 LSU headcovers, 3 LSU hat clips. Paid over $300; selling all for $150. If interested email: golfer70739@yahoo.com For Sale: RV Tire and Rim, Carlisle ST225/75D15,White 6 hole rim, Never Used, $75. 225-658-8663
For Sale: Deer Feeders,20 Gal Tripod, Timer & Batt. Holds 1 Sack $50 each For Sale: 3 tickets to Bayou Country 225-658-8663 Superfest Sunday, May 25th. Tiger Club Level Section 103 row 3 seats 4, 5, and 6. $150 each. 225-328-1188 Vacation Rental: Vacation on the MS Gulf Coast. Beautiful condo 2 bed, For Sale: Bowflex, great condition. 2 1/2 bath, balcony w/ocean view, $100. 413-2162 furnished. Week-end, weekly, monthly For Sale: Large older upright freezer. rates 225 938 8601, 225 324 0973 Excellent condition. $75. 261-5396
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Family Fun at St. Alphonsus Michael and Hannah Kelly Festival of Two Rivers Welcome Daughter Gabriella Inez
Photos by Michael Spangler
Michael and Hannah Kelly Of Greenwell Springs are proud to announce the birth of their daughter Gabriella Inez Kelly. Gabriella was born January 20, 2014. She weighed 7 pounds, 15 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long. Proud grandparents are Clifford and Linda George of Central and Mike and Denise Kelly of Central.
In Memoriam: Lee Jines
Lee R. Jines, a resident of Knoxville, TN, died Sunday April 27, 2014 in Knoxville, TN from a massive stroke. He was born January 16, 1941 in Baton Rouge, LA. Lee was an Army veteran. He was active in the ceramic and sculpture art community, little theater, commercial modeling, and has appeared in a few movies. He is survived by two children, a son Truett Jines and wife Sophie of Wood-Ridge, NJ, a daughter Shiloh Jines of Knoxville, Tn; a brother Jean Jines and wife Bernadine of Enon, OH, a brother Floyd Jines and wife Betty of Central, and a sister Mary C. "Cathy" Feig of Baton Rouge. Lee is also survived by his former wife and the mother of his children Pamela Jines of Knoxville, TN who has remained an "Old Friend" and supporter. He was preceded in death by his parents Jasper "Buster" Jines and Edith McGuire Jines of Central and a brother Roger Jines of Central. His body was cremated. There will be a "tribute" to him with a display of some of his art work at the Knoxville FirstFriday art show that will be held August 1, 2014 in Knoxville, TN.
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Thursday, May 8, 2014 • CentralSpeaks.com Print Edition
New Business Spotlight: Another Piece of Cake Bakery
buttery drop cookie) and the Comite Mud Bar (a spin off on a Mississippi Mud Pie with butterscotch). We can’t keep them in stock – we actually have customers who wait for them to come out of the oven!” enthuses Debbie. In addition, the ladies offer a huge variety of cakes and individual treats. Along with the traditional cake balls, cupcakes, cookies, brownies, petit fours, and pastries, “Another Piece of Cake Bakery” offers a twist with Cake Debbie Daigle and Rachel Warren Tacos (a cake top folded over and share a passion, and what’s even filled, then garnished), Icing Shots better, they want to share it with (small samples of fillings with Central too! Debbie and her icing), and Bread Pudding made husband Tommy are owners of from leftover donuts and apple “Another Piece of Cake” Bakery, fritters. A steady breakfast crowd Rachel is their general manager. appreciates the donuts, biscuits, Debbie and Rachel met while cinnamon rolls, kolaches (made employed at Ambrosia Bakery as with Manda sausage), and monkey cake decorators. They loved the bread served with fresh coffee and business so much, they decided other beverages. Customers who to shoot for their dream and open grab a treat on the way to work often their own bakery. “When you reappear after school to buy their dream about cake designs at night, kid a sweet reward. Free wi-fi is you know you have a passion,” available. Special events get special laughs Rachel. Debbie, proud to be a former Army sergeant, agrees. treatment. A Bridal Room offers “They call me ‘the Cake Sarge’,” a quiet oasis where sample cakes are shown and professional advice she says with a grin. Using all original recipes, given to create the most beautiful “Another Piece of Cake Bakery” centerpiece for the wedding opened 4 weeks ago to rave reviews. reception. Another corner of the “Our most popular treats are the bakery displays brightly colored Royale Cookie (Macadamia nuts, birthday and other specialty cakes. Coconut and Chocolate Chips in a A birthday party package is available Business Spotlight by Mia Freneaux
for children where they get to wear chef hats and actually try their hand at decorating their own cake with butter cream and fondant icings. All supplies needed are provided. All of the bakery’s offerings contain only the freshest ingredients. “We are not a mass-producer,” says Debbie, “We want to stay small and keep it fresh and real.” “This gives us the added bonus of developing a personal connection with our customers,” continues Rachel. Small batches of fillings are made from scratch, and all cream filled items are filled while you wait for that delicious crisp experience. Mike Anderson’s Restaurant is so impressed with their product that “Another Piece of Cake Bakery” has been asked to provide their desserts.
Homemade bread is coming soon. What impresses the ladies the most is the supportive community of Central. “We want to thank Central for being so caring. It’s just wonderful,” says Rachel. Debbie adds, “Central has embraced us from day one. They wish us success, they wrap their arms around us. We really are Living the Sweet Life.” “Another Piece of Cake Bakery” is open Tuesday-Saturday 6 am-6 pm, Sunday 6 am-2 pm, and Sunday afternoon 2-6 for private parties. 14112 Greenwell Springs Road (the old Zoe’s Pizza Buffet), 225-810-3377. www. anotherpieceofcake.com. Find them on Facebook: “Another Piece of Cake Bakery”
Central Nurse Spotlighted Help Central Academy Win During National Nurses Week a Playground Makeover
Kristy, center, with her son Thomas, a CHS senior and daughter, Elizabeth, a NICU nurse at Woman’s Hospital.
Central's Kristy Simmons, MSN, RN, CNOR was recognized recently with several awards for outstanding work in her nursing profession. At this year's national convention of AORN (Association of periOperative Registered Nurses) in Chicago, she received nationwide awards for both Outstanding Research and Outstanding Volunteer Leadership. And last week, Kristy was honored as Nurse of the Year by the local AORN chapter. She was the 2011 Professional Practice Nurse of the Year for the American Nurses Credentialing Center, and has published several research papers and other projects.
Kristy is a surgical nurse at Woman's Hospital, and holds leadership positions in her nursing organizations at the local and national levels. Kristy is a graduate of Central High and Our Lady of the Lake Nursing College, and recently went back to earn her BSN and Masters degrees from Loyola University and Southeastern University. Kristy volunteered for years in Central's schools and has served as a mentor and example to the next generation of nurses, including forming the Future Nurse Club at Central Middle School. She also has a noteworthy perspective on breast cancer as a survivor, caregiver, and volunteer. Nurses run in the family, with two of Kristy's sisters, her daughter & daughter-in-law, and numerous nieces, nephews and friends being nurses or students. Kristy is a great example of the dedication, professionalism, and compassion embodied in today's nurses, and they all deserve special recognition this week during National Nurses' Week. Please take some time to acknowledge and thank any nurses you know for answering the call to be there when we need them the most. Bless you all, and Happy Nurses' Week!