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Feliciana Explorer • Tuesday, June 25, 2013 • Vol. 8, No. 26 • Published Weekly • Circulation 17,000 • felicianaexplorer.com • © 2013
Feliciana Credit Union Reopens Paper Mill Branch In March of 2009 amidst an uncertain economic future, Feliciana Federal Credit Union closed its St. Francisville Branch near the then shuttered Tembec Paper Mill. The loss of the Mill and the hundreds of well paying jobs caused the community financial institution to rethink its place market. However, with the reinvigorated KPAQ Industries running the paper mill now, Feliciana Federal Credit Union announced this week that they have re-opened their St. Francisville location at Located at 2552 Highway 964 in St Francisville. Chartered in 1960, Feliciana Federal Credit Union originally was named Cee Zee Employees Federal Credit Union. The credit union serves Employees of the Paper Mill, but also anyone in the Feliciana, New Roads,
and Zachary Communities who wishes to join. The credit union serves almost 3,000 members and is one of the top 50 credit unions in asset size in the state of Louisiana. “We are very excited to return to our roots here near the paper mill. We have worked with many of these families for decades. It was tough when Tembec shuttered the plant in 2007, but we maintained, and now we are stronger than ever, back excited to be in this location with KPAQ Industries producing paper again,” Credit Union President Gigi Robertson said. The Credit Union now has three full service locations, one each in Zachary located at 20303 Old Scenic Highway, New Roads – located at 2312 False River Road, Suit A, and St. Francisville.
The newly reopened Feliciana Federal Credit Union in St. Francisville.
New Triathlon Group Invites People to Join them Across the Bridge
There is a new triathlon club, False River Tri-Club, in the area founded with a mission of leading children and families to healthy, active lifestyles. Tri us. is a New Roads triathlon club with both a youth and adult component. The Youth Triathlon Training Program is currently in their third week of camp with 15 kids enrolled. Aimee Moreau, along with a group of dedicated parents, started the group this year with a goal of preparing students to participate in the RocketKidz Triathlon at LSU later in the summer. “I thought, let’s put together a camp that teaches the fundamentals of the swim, bike, run, while adding components to build self-esteem, friendships, and education about healthy, active lifestyles,” she explained. In addition to physical training, the program includes a curriculum
with lessons on the essentials of proper nutrition, stretching, strengthtraining, and flexibility as well as emphasizing the importance of teamwork and confidence. The group is coached by Moreau, Mark. Morrison, Mary Beth Guerin and Tim Garrett. “When trying to make responsible choices about the foods we eat and the types and amount of physical activity we engage, it can sometimes be confusing. You simply can’t rely on product advertisements, and nutrition labels can be confusing to both adults and children. One of our primary goals is to work with families to help them make responsible, healthy choices,” explained Coach Morrison. The Tri us. Youth Triathlon Training Program recently joined the Rocketkidz Foundation organization See TRIATHLON on page 8
Congratulations to The Feliciana Flames 8U Softball Team & Coaches for winning The Dads and Divas Shockwave Classic Softball Tournament in Hammond, La June 15-16, 2013 over the Father’s Day weekend. Pictured L-R front row: Jacie Stringer, Alainna Weaver, Abigail Guillory, Elle Reeves, Mary Whitehouse. L-R second row: Cassidy Wheeler, Kensley Lantrip, Ashton Siebert, Kaitlyn McClure, Kameran Kent. L-R back row: Coach Wendell Reeves, Coach Trae Weaver, Coach Brandy Toney. Not shown: Alyssa Lobrano & Logan Halphen
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New DAR Officers Installed
Pictured l to r: Anne Klein, Registrar; Mary Ellen Duhon, Corresponding Secretary; Lauren Pourciau, Regent; Nancy Bickham, Recording Secretary; Beth Dawson, Historian. not pictured: Mary Anne Stevens-1st Vice Regent; Brenda Ellzey, Chaplain; and Deanna Fontenot, Treasurer.
Lauren Pourciau was installed as Regent of Alexander Stirling Chapter of the National Society, Daughters of the American Revolution at the home of Cynthia Beauvais in Ethel on Saturday, May 18, along with other officers: Mary Anne Stevens, 1st Vice Regent; Brenda Ellzey, Chaplain; Deanna Fontenot, Treasurer; Anne Klein, Registrar; Nancy Bickham, Recording Secretary; Mary Ellen Duhon, Corresponding Secretary and Beth Dawson, Historian. Guest speaker was Kirk Rhinehart, currently President of the Coastal Division for EnergyCoast LLC, who informed the group of the problem of coastal ero-
sion in South Louisiana, inspiring the group to send the information to other chapters to enlist their help. Regent Pourciau then surprised Mr. Rhinehart with the NSDAR Conservation Medal and a certificate recognizing him for his outstanding work as former Chief of Planning and Research, Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority. The group also held a memorial service for Nancy Kilbourne of Clinton, Jenny Prescott of St. Francisville and Dorothy Morgan of Ventress, members who passed away during the past year. A picnic was enjoyed outside as members shared their favorite dishes.
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Louisiana Artist Trish Ransom Conducts Workshop at Clinton Library In conjunction with the Audubon Library System, the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge, and the Division of the Arts Popular Louisiana Debris Artist Trish Ransom conducted a Dragonfly Debris art workshop last week in Clinton. A little bit about Trish Ransom: Of the things that make Trish happiest, art and dancing/music are at the top of the list. In 1996 she discovered Louisiana’s Cajun and Zydeco music very much alive and thriving in the San Francisco Bay Area where she lived. She soon found herself on the way to Lafayatte to experience firsthand the culture that she had come to love. Well, not only did Festival Acadiens have terrific music but also a wonderful selection of Cajun and Creole food as well as a most wonderful Native and Contemporary Crafts Show. She decided then and there that she had found the closest thing to heaven on earth. It did not take long for her to become infatuated with southwest Louisiana(she even likes the hot weather!!!)........and sick of the fog,urban congestion, and isolation of her big city corporate life (not to mention her wardrobe of suits and pantyhose and heels........YUCK.) She enjoyed the sophisticated world of handmade rugs ( which she bought from Macys), but just was not happy.................. ..sooo........ she found an old house surrounded by oaks and banana trees out in Grand Coteau Louisiana (population 1100) and up and moved......... really, with no plan for the future (other than to get a “real job” eventually.......and to never wear pantyhose again). A friend with a folk art gallery, knowing that Trish had studied art in the far and distant past (at Stanford University, of all places!), asked if she could make some jewelry for the shop............and that was the beginning of the beginning. First came the bottlecap earrings and necklaces, then the fish and armadillos........then someone said she should enter that Native and Contemporary Crafts Show herself........ and while there someone said she should enter JazzFest...and then someone asked to carry her work in his gallery.............. Now, having been here since 1999,, she still wakes up every day feeling blessed and lucky to be surrounded by wonderful and creative friends, to be able to walk her dog everyday through beautiful oak trees and lush foliage (she grew up in the barren desert of Taft, California), to zydeco every weekend and, most of all, to be able to make art whenever she wants. She still does not have “real job” and has not had to wear pantyhose.
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“Movie Night in the Park” in East Feliciana Big Success The East Feliciana Drug & Alcohol Awareness Council and the District Attorney’s Office in conjunction with The East Feliciana Faith Based Coalition sponsored its first Movie in the Park on Friday, June 7th. Approximately 80 people attended, bringing their blankets and chairs to watch “The Princess and the Frog”. Bicycles, provided by Angola, were given away to Madisyn Bell, Jemyni McClain and Madison Selders. Concessions were available and a good time was had by all. The next movie will be July 12, 7:30 p.m. at Dixon Park in Jackson. A special thanks to Jeff Travis and the DCI who was instrumental in making this event pos- From Left to Right-Rickie Collins-Co-Chair East Feliciana Drug Council, Loris Bell, Mayor-Clinton, Jonathan Loveall, Samuel D’Aquilla-District sible.
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Above: Brianna Williams and Celia Thomas manned the concession area.
Left to right-Michaela Wells, Beth Blouin, Mary Dufour.
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Riding Groups Unite to Raise Funds for Wilson Park Trail Riders, 4-wheelers, trailers, and Mules (on wheels) came together on June 8 in Wilson to help raise money to give a “face lift” to the Calvin Jackson town park. Debra Thomas, Event Coordinator, said that two Trail Rider organizations were going to give donations. Those groups were the Last of the Dying Breed from East Feliciana and Evolution Riders of Baton Rouge. Donna Britt of WAFB channel 9 served as Parade Marshall for the ride. Over $340 was raised to begin revamping the park to provide more benefits to the community.
Pictured above: Evolution Riders with Donna Britt from WAFB
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Newman’s Cleaners Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Location Newman’s Cleaners held their Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on June 18 for their full service cleaners. Owner Ray Newman opened Newman’s Cleaners 6 months ago.
Ray Newman recently retired from law enforcement after 32 years of service. When he decided he was ready to retire, it took him a while to find the perfect location for his new career opportunity. Located in Zachary Commerce Square at 5145 Main Street, Newman’s Cleaners has a 24-hour turnaround service on most dry cleaning items. Some items have a same-day turnaround if brought in before 9 a.m. Newman is a very proud family man. His son Calvin, age 32, is a 14-year military veteran. He and his wife, Kristina, have a 6-month-old son, Rome. Newman’s youngest son, William, age 23, is a 3-year military vet. Newman’s Cleaners offers all law enforcement and medical emergency personnel a 10% discount on uniform cleaning, with an additional 5% discount off their family’s clothing.
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as a program partner which provides support for area programs like Girls on the Run, Wheels to Succeed, BREC Summer Camps Scholarships, BREC First Tee, Fitbird Youth Paratriathlete Program, Crawfish Aquatics Inner City Swim Program among others. This foundation sponsors numerous races in the area with an organizational mission of creating and sustaining active, fit and healthy children, families and communities through programming, advocacy and education. Adults interested in training for an event can also find support through the Tri us. False River Tri-Club which is currently accepting members of all fitness levels. The group is a relatively new one, but is rapidly
growing in membership throughout the area. Members meet on Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. at Satterfield’s in New Roads to train in either swimming, biking, or running. The group is designed to provide support for athletes at all levels. “We give people an opportunity to share what they have learned. We’re trying to get people to connect with others with the same interests and abilities,” Moreau explained. Although enrollment for this season’s youth program is complete, there will be program opportunities throughout the year and adults looking for training opportunities are encouraged to come out to the weekly meetings year-round. More information about the youth and adult programs, as well as the False River Tri-Club schedule, can be found at www.triusnewroads.com.
Lane Behavioral Health Services Welcomes Thomas Erwin, LCSW
Lane Regional Medical Center is pleased to announce that Thomas Erwin, LCSW, has been named LCSW supervisor for Behavioral Health Services in Zachary and Baker. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and will be responsible for assisting in the development of expanding behavioral health services, specifically with the opening of the Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP). Lane Behavioral Health Services offers outpatient treatment for adults experiencing life-altering emotional crises, such as depression, anxiety, panic, stress, fear and other personal disorders. This active treatment program teaches powerful and practical ways
to respond to any type of traumatic life event, behavioral difficulty or emotional distress, especially major events due to the loss of a job, health or relationship. With a Masters of Social Work from Louisiana State University, Erwin has more than 16 years of education, medical and psychiatric clinical social work experience with children, adolescents, adults and families in both inpatient and outpatient settings. A life-long resident of West Feliciana Parish, Erwin is an active member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) with certifications in School Social Work – National certification (CSSWS) and Gerontological Social Work.
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