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General Excellence Louisiana Press Association CENTRALCENTRAL CITYCITY National Newspaper Assn. Hard Hat Edition Central’s Trade & GUIDEGUIDE Industry Guide® — Section B ® See Pages 5-12 Inside • Great Central Businesses! NNEWSEWS& The Leader Thursday, March 8, 2012 • Vol. 15, No. 5 • 32 Pages • Circulation 11,000 • www.centralcitynews.us • Phone 225-261-5055 $46 Million Facility for 2,400 Students Nearly Complete

School Complex Rises Photo by Woody Jenkins Woody by Photo

CENTRAL SCHOOL COMPLEX NEARING COMPLETION — The $46 million, 87.5-acre Central School Complex on Sullivan Road is nearing completion. The facility will include Central Middle School and Central Intermediate School. With a capacity of 2,400 students, the complex will begin with 900 middle schoolers and 1,000 intermediate schoolers. Full-Court Press to Finish Construction by May Craftsmen Flood Construction Site To Complete New $46 Million Facility Woody Jenkins Editor, Central City News CENTRAL — The new Central School Complex, currently under construction on Sullivan Road, is a beehive of activity as the general contractor and its subcontractors fight to finish the project by late

Photo by Woody Jenkins Woody by Photo May. On any given day, hundreds of workers are at the building site, CONSTRUCTION coordinator Ross Bogan inspects entrance to Central Middle School. including masons, plumbers, elec- tricians, and craftsmen installing CENTRAL — Here are some facts When: Completion set for floors and finishing walls. Outside about the new Central School late May or early June. Move-in the buildings, dirt and concrete Complex now under construction: planned for early June in anticipa- work is continuing. Central School Complex tion of school opening in August. School officials hope to start Jenkins Woody by Photo Size: 87.5 acres stretching from Where: 12636 Sullivan Road in moving in by early June and be FINISHING TOUCHES — A craftsman the City of Central, LA. See $46 MILLION on Page 8 See A FIRST on Page 4 works on ceiling at Central School Complex.

Cafeteria Will Seat 1,200 for Community Meetings Photo by Woody Jenkins Woody by Photo

DINING HALL IN CAFETERIA BUILDING — The new Central School Complex on Sullivan Road will include a 32,316-square-foot Cafeteria Building with a capacity of serving 2,400 meals at lunchtime. The dining hall, shown above, can be divided into three separate sections or can be opened up to seat up to 1,200 people for community events. 2 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012

CENTRAL CITY NEWS® and The Leader • Vol. 15, No. 5 No. 314 13567 Hooper Road Post Office Box 1 Central, LA 70818 Greenwell Springs, LA 70739 Phone (225) 261-5055 • FAX 261-5022 Email stories and photos to [email protected] Published 2nd and 4th Thursdays, January through July Weekly from 2nd Thursday of August through 4th Thursday of December. The Leader was founded April 30, 1998, and the Central City News was founded April 21, 2005. They merged May 4, 2006. The Central City News also publishes the Central Community Directory & Yellow Pages and numerous special editions throughout the year.

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LES BUECHE RECEIVES LeSAGE AWARD — Les Bueche (right), the Voice of the Central City News Endorsement Wildcats, was honored for his dedicated service to Central football with the LeSage Award, presented by Coach David LeSage (left). Coach Sid Edwards praised Bueche for his service. Santorum Is Best Choice in March 24 Primary It was Gov. Romney who pushed spend — probably four times what A True Conservative, through Romneycare, the mandato- Romney will have. If Romney is the ry health care legislation upon which nominee, Obama will spend most of Obamacare was based. that $1 billion attacking Romney. Rick Santorum Has It was Gov. Romney who came And Gov. Romney will be de- out and openly supported the Wall stroyed. He won’t be a strong nom- Best Chance to Win Street Bailouts. inee but a weak one. Why? First, It was Gov. Romney who ran for Romney won’t have the best issues a Over Barack Obama Governor on a pro-abortion plat- Republican can run on this year. form, saying, “I support Roe vs. Gov. Romney won’t be able to run Hang onto your hat! Wade.” against Obamacare, because Romney In anticipation of Louisiana’s It was Gov. Romney who said he authored Romneycare, upon which March 24 Presidential Primary, you believes in man-made global warm- Obamacare was modeled. are about to be deluged with $3 to $5 ing. Gov. Romney won’t be able to run million in hateful, negative advertis- It was Gov. Romney who said, against Wall Street Bailouts, because ing coming from Gov. Mitt Romney while running against Sen. Ted Ken- he supported them. and his SuperPac. nedy for the U. S. Senate that “I am And he won’t be able to run on Gov. Romney has in his gunsights more liberal than Kennedy.” jobs, because Massachusetts was on former Sen. Rick Santorum, whom In his attack ads against Sen. San- among the worst states in America in he will label “fiscally irresponsible” torum, Gov. Romney will cherry job creation when he was governor. and not a “true conservative.” Noth- pick isolated votes from Santorum’s Obama will take every liberal ing could be further from the truth! record over a 16-year period. statement Romney has ever made The voting record of Rick San- Today, Gov. Romney is running and run it in 30-second spots. torum is one of the finest by any as a conservative, and that’s a good By the time Obama is through, member of Congress in the past gen- thing. We hope he has changed his conservatives will be so disillu- eration. He has been a stalwart con- beliefs. But we strongly disagree sioned with Romney that some will servative leader on issue after issue. with his high-handed attacks against Jenkins Woody by Photo stay home. They will say, “There’s Before you fall for Gov. Romney’s a proven conservative with a splen- not a dime’s worth of difference!” attacks, please consider the source. did conservative record. Santorum is Sen. Rick Santorum And that’s all Obama needs to get Gov. Romney has never been an honorable man with high morals reelected. Just a few staying home. known as a conservative. and an unblemished character. Gov. Romney’s attacks are unfair From the standpoint of Central, and down-right wrong. Rick Santorum is just like us — a The main thing going for Gov. blue collar conservative Christian Central City News’ 2012 Publication Schedule Romney is the mantra — repeated who thinks right on social and eco- over and over again — that he is the nomic issues. January 2012 - July 2012 - 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month strongest candidate to oppose Obama He’s a warrior, a visionary, a prin- Deadline: 5 p.m. Thursday seven days before publication this November. cipled conservative, young and at- August 2012 - December 2012 - Every Thursday Quite frankly, that is ridiculous! tractive, and a great debater. He’ll from August 9, 2012 through December 20, 2012 In this primary season, Gov. Rom- be a great President. ney has been able to use his enor- And he can win! Deadline: 5 p.m. Friday the week before publication mous personal wealth and the wealth He can win for two reasons: of his friends who donate to his Su- First, he will motivate Republican Thursday, March 8 Hard Hat Edition Thursday, June 28 Central Home Edition perPac to throw mud at his opponents voters to enthusiastically work for Thursday, March 22 Cookin’ in Central Thursday, July 12 Health and Fitness Guide — millions of dollars in mud in each his election. Thursday, April 12 Health and Fitness Guide Thursday, Aug. 9 Back-to-School Edition separate state. As each challenger Second, he will bring blue-collar Thursday, April 26 Festival of Two Rivers Thursday, Sept. 6 Central Football Preview has arisen, Romney has attacked and Democrats into the Republican fold Thursday, May 10 Graduation Edition Thursday, Sept. 20 Hard Hat Edition destroyed him with vicious, negative — the people Romney can’t bring — Thursday, May 24 Professional Services Thursday, Oct. 4 Health & Fitness Guide campaigns. who are essential to victory. Thursday, June 14 Hard Hat Edition Tuesday, Nov. 20 Christmas Gift Guide But here’s the problem: In the fall, Don’t be deceived by Romney’s Obama will have over $1 billion to mailouts and 30-second attacks, Sa- torum is our best candidate to beat Obama this fall. COVENTRY APARTMENTS 6707 Morgan Rd. 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12636 Sullivan Road City of Central, LA Entrance Central to Elect Member Of GOP Parish Committee CENTRAL — Republican voters in East dream of homeownership, but also a de- Baton Rouge Parish will go to the polls teriotion of our economy. The members on Saturday, March 24 to elect 17 mem- of this committee need to have a back- bers of the Republican Parish Executive ground that can direct the efforts of the Committee, the official governing body committee in economic and political de- of the GOP in the parish. Five members cisions. As a graduate of the LSU School will be elected at-large parishwide, while of Business and a businessman with 40 12 will be elected from the 12 Metro years experience, I know what small Council districts. business owners In Metro Coun- go through every- cil District 4, which day. As a devout includes most of Christian, I want Central, voters will our city, state, and choose between Jr. country to stand on Shelton and Billy the faith our fore- Thompson, who fathers fought for issued the follow- and keep God in ing statements: our lives. A father Jr. Shelton of four and grand- “It is with great father of five, I am pride that I an- concerned about Shelton nounce my candi- how our country dacy for a seat on Thompson will develop over the Republican Parish Executive Com- the next decades. Please help me serve mittee from District 4. Over the last you and vote for me for the Republican several years, the Republican Party has Parish Executive Committee on March 24. strayed from its conservative principles, It would be my pleasure to work for you!” and the work of this local committee can Billy Thompson help assure a return to solid conservate As Central’s current representative to efforts by the Republican Party. At the the Republican Parish Executive Com- grassroots level, we can help lay the mittee, retired maintenance manager foundation for conservative change at Billy Thompson brought the Republican the state and national levels. This com- Roundtable to Central and has kept the mittee endorses candidates who seek community aware of the party’s func- election, but I want it to be proactive tions. He has attended almost every Re- and help seek candidates who will take publican Party function since becoming the conservative message to the voters the Parish Executive representative and and thus help public policy return to the has been involved in the Republican en- fundemental conservative direction this dorsement process. Mr. Thompson also country so desperately needs. While this seeks election to the State Central Com- is a local committee, your vote is very mittee, giving the community consistent important to the overall work of the Re- representation at the local and state level. publican Party.” Mr. Thompson’s goal is to endorse Re- “I have a strong business background publican candidates of high character and have been a lifelong Republican. As who will stand up for the conservative a local realtor, I fear the effects of non- principles of this community.” In his conservative policies are undermining race for State Central Committee, Mr. not only our basic pursuit of the American Thompson faces Brennan Easley. 4 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012

A First Look Inside Classroom Buildings Photos by Woody Jenkins Woody by Photos

HALLWAYS IN CENTRAL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL — Hallways in the intermediate school are in various stages of completion. Photos (left to right) show progress.

CLASSROOMS IN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL — Classrooms are also in different stages of completion, ranging from an unfinished shell to nearly complete (left to right). Continued from Page 1 is part of a tract formerly owned It also includes enough space to Hills Elementary schools, and a ready for the opening of the school by the Jackson family, which Jack- build a third school at some time in 14.4-mill property tax to build a year in early August. Barring a son Place and Jackson Park were the future. new elementary school, which will long stretch of bad weather or named after. The project by the Central Com- be Central Intermediate. some calamity, they should be able The new School Complex will munity School System was au- Property and Trees. The prop- to meet that goal. include two schools — Central In- thorized by Central voters in May erty being used for the School The $46 million project is locat- termediate School (3rd, 4th, and 2009. They approved a $55 mil- Complex was mostly open land ed on 87.5 acres adjacent to Sul- 5th grades) and Central Middle lion bond issue, funded by three but did include a large grove of livan Road near Gurney Road. It School (6th, 7th, and 8th grades). separate taxes — a 1/2-cent sales historic live oak trees. Supt. Mike tax to build the new Central Middle Faulk, who has led efforts to build School; a 9.25-mill property tax the School Complex, made a pub- to meet Life Safety Code require- lic commitment to preserve the live ments at Central High, Tangle- oaks. So far, 31 of 32 trees have wood Elementary, and Bellingrath been carefully preserved throughout the construction. However, one had to be removed because of CAMBRIDGE APARTMENTS storm damage. The oak grove will 18609 Greenwell Springs Rd. present an attractive setting for the Greenwell Springs, LA 70739 complex along Sullivan Road. (225) 261-2650 Roads. Anyone traveling to TTY: 1-800-846-5277 the School Complex will be able 2 BR Townhomes to enter on three different roads. Family Complex The southernmost road will enter Rent Range $460-$709 the property from a roundabout Handicap Units directly across from Gurney Road. Office Hours 9-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri. That road will head due east and Applications Available connect to Devall Road. in Laundry Facility The second road will go from For Qualifed Applicants Sullivan to the parking lot in front of Central Intermediate School, which faces east toward Sullivan. This institution is an Equal The third road will begin on Opportunity Provider and Employer Sullivan and head due east to the See OTHER on Page 5 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012 5

Offices, Libraries, Stairways, Bathrooms Photos by Woody Jenkins Woody by Photos

AN ART CLASSROOM AND LIBRARY — An art classroom (left) has a scenic view. The library (right) for the intermediate school will house 8,000 volumes.

STAIRWAY AND ELEVATOR — Most students will use the stairways (left), but each school will also have an elevator (right). Plans (center) will soon be part of history.

RESTROOMS COULD RAISE PRIVACY ISSUE — Restrooms in the intermediate school have an open front to the hallway. Boys go to right and girls to left with both sexes using the two wash basins. Privacy issues could be raised by the fact that a glance around the corner would expose a lot. Also, bathroom sounds could be evident in the common area and in hallways. Continued from Page 4 a classroom building on each side. front of Central Middle School, So each school consists of three and then head south, connecting to buildings, and the two schools to- the first road and forming a circle gether have six buildings. around the School Complex. Cen- Each of the schools has its own tral Middle faces north. library. Each library is located in Two Identical Schools. Each the administrative building. A vis- of the schools is virtually identi- itor will enter through the admin- cal to the other and consists of an istrative building and, if he contin- administrative building, flanked by See CAFETERIA on Page 6 6 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012 Cafeteria Will Serve 2,400 in Three Shifts

CAFETERIA BUILDING — The cafeteria building at the School Complex will have 32,316 square feet and offer a large dining hall. Outside stages are shown at left and right. Cafeteria Will Also Host Assemblies, Banquets, Forums Up to 1,200 People Continued from Page 5 ues straight ahead, will walk right into the library. Other Buildings. Besides the two schools, the complex includes THE DINING HALL will have three parts, including a Multi-Purpose Room (left) and Intermediate School dining hall (right). three additional buildings — a Ca- reer/Technology Center, a Gymna- sium Building, and a Cafeteria — for a total of nine buildings. Eight of the nine buildings are connected by a central hallway that goes from building to building. However, the hallway that connects the intermediate school with the middle school can only be accessed with a security card. The way the school buildings, yards, and cafeteria are arranged, there will be very little or no contact between children in Central Intermediate School and children in Central Middle School. SERVING LINE AND KITCHEN — The middle school serving line (left) will serve 1,200 in three shifts and part of the kitchen (right). Career/Technology. The Career/ Technology Center is located just east of Central Middle School. It includes classrooms for band, choir, and home economics. Another large classroom has been set aside for future use as a shop. Cafeteria. The Cafeteria is a separate building, which will be accessed from Central Middle, Central Intermediate, the Career-Technol- ogy Building, and the Gymnasium Building by a series of outdoor cov- ered walkways. The Cafeteria is a large facility that will serve three shifts of 400 meals per shift for each of the two schools. So, altogether, it will be able to serve 2,400 meals at lunch. Cafeteria Divisible. The Cafete- ria Building has 32,316 square feet. It consists of a kitchen and storage area, two serving areas, and the din- DINING HALL STAGE — The indoor stage (left) is the dividing line between intermediate and middle school sections of the dining hall. ing hall. The dining hall can be divided by automated sliding doors, pose room. banquets, forums, or community- which can separate the space into Stages. The Cafeteria includes wide meetings. The Cafeteria also Photos and Story by three distinct areas — the middle an indoor stage for programs and has two outdoor stages — one for Woody Jenkins school cafeteria, the intermediate entertainment. It will be able to seat the middle school and one for the school cafeteria, and a multi-pur- 1,200 people indoors for assemblies, intermediate school. Related story on Page 8 New Band, Choir Rooms at Central Middle School

CAREER/TECHNOLOGY BUILDING will include a band classroom (left), choir room (right), home economics room, and a room for future use as a shop. CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012 7 Facility Offers Competitive, Practice Gyms

GYMNASIUM BUILDING — The Gymnasium Building will include a competition gym and a practice gym plus boys and girls locker rooms.

COMPETITION GYM — The competition gym will include a basketball court and can be configured for two volleyball courts. A small set of bleachers will be installed.

PRACTICE GYM — The practice gym will also include a basketball court, or twoComing volleyball March courts. 2012 At left, the hallway to the boys’ and girls’ locker rooms. Central City News Cookin in Central Special Edition March 22 Advertise Your Business and Show Your Support for Central! Deadline March 16 Central City News Ask about 13567 Hooper Road Special Ad Rate City of Central, LA 70818 225-261-5055 • Fax 261-5022 For This Edition [email protected] 8 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012 $46 Million Central School Complex Rises on 88 Acres on Sullivan Road at Gurney Road

CENTRAL SCHOOL COMPLEX AS SEEN FROM SULLIVAN ROAD — This view of the School Complex, looking roughly from west to east, shows the front entrance to Central Intermediate School. Central Middle School is shown in the distance on the left.

CENTRAL SCHOOL COMPLEX AS SEEN FROM THE SOUTH — This view of the School Complex, looking from south to north, shows the front entrance to Central Intermediate School at left, the Cafeteria Building in center, and the Gymnasium Building at right. The road goes from Sullivan Road on the left to Devall Road on the right. Continued from Page 1 Sullivan Road on the west to De- Walkway to subdivision vall Road on the east. CMS Cost: $46 million Drop-off Schools on site: Central Inter- mediate School (grades 3rd, 4th, Third road and 5th) and Central Middle School (6th, 7th, and 8th). In addition, space has been left for pos- Central Middle School sible future construction of another elementary school. Central Buildings: Nine major build- Second road ings. Each of the two schools has Intermediate School an administration building and Sullivan Road two classroom buildings. In addi- CIS tion, there is a Career/Technology Cafeteria Building, a Gymnasium Building, Drop-off and a Cafeteria Building. First road Size of Buildings: The Middle School will have 103,892 square feet; the intermediate school will CIS Buses ... Unless You Want To Wait have 89,380 square feet; the cafe- Gurney Road • Short wait times teria 32,316 square feet, and the Roundabout • Fast treatment gymnasium/technology buildings • Less expensive than an ER • Personalized service Let us help you create and maintain • Call ahead seating • Good working relationship a beautiful smile for a lifetime ... • with many specialists in the area Dr. Stephen J. Weilbacher 225.261.4493 Family Dentistry

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All of the candidates seeking zen discounts for water and sewer. Scouts of America. He is the recipi- “Until our infrastructure has been election are Democrats. Davis has ent of the Silver Beaver Award - Boy updated, our city The Central City News asked the served as Mayor, Scouts of America. He served on the is at risk of dam- candidates to provide a photograph Interim Mayor, Baker High and Bakerfield Elementary age from hurri- and a statement of candidacy. Here are and has served Schools Advisory Committees. He is a canes and other their responses, edited for length: on the Baker City member of the Greater Mount Carmel natural disasters. Leroy Davis Council. He has Baptist Church. He is an U.S. Army Over the last eight Candidate for Mayor 3½ years experi- veteran, a member of American Legion years I have been ence as Mayor and Post 502; and a life member of Alpha in office, we have Former Baker Mayor Leroy Davis 9 years’ experience Phi Alpha Fraternity. Davis has been weathered four announces his candidacy for Mayor of as a Councilman. an active member of the Baker com- major hurricanes, the City of Baker. The election will be He was the first munity for 37 years. without lasting held March 24, 2012. Davis will put African-American He is married to Elaine Griffin Da- damage, flooding, Baker first by focusing on Economic elected both as Davis vis, a retired assistant state director of or loss of life.” Rideau Mayor and as a City Councilman. Da- Special School District in the State Mayor Rideau is running on his vis is the only candidate with Mayoral Department of Education. They are record in office and has been making MUNICIPAL ELECTION and Councilman experience. the parents of twin sons: Griffin Leroy a difference in the city by promoting City of Baker As Mayor, Davis was a proven job Davis, M.D., M.P.H. and Garvin Hen- progress through honesty, integrity, Saturday, March 24, 2012 creator bringing hundreds of new jobs derson Davis, M.D., M.P.H., and have and service. Mayor, City of Baker to Baker. He improved public safety four grandchildren. Rideau was a communication and by equipping the Police and Fire De- Donald Ray “Duck” Kyer engineering officer in the U.S. Army Leroy Davis (D) partments with the necessary resourc- Candidate for Mayor and was commended for his service in Donald “Duck” Kyer (D) es; and Davis improved the City’s the Vietnam conflict. He worked for Harold Rideau (D) infrastructure by paving and fixing “I want to bring Baker into the ExxonMobil Plastics for over 36 years Monteic Sizer (D) roads and streets. Under his leader- 21st century while and was an engineering instructor at ship as Mayor, Super Wal-Mart, Exxon focusing on edu- Southern University. Harold Rideau Chief of Police On The Run, Murphy’s Discount Gas, cation, new busi- was a pioneer in the area of preventa- Frederick Chappell (D) Subway, and Wendy’s came to Baker, nesses, infrastruc- tive machine failure analysis. Silas Geralds (D) along with other new businesses. ture, employees Mayor Rideau is currently serving “Snapper” Knaps (D) Davis considers his experience and economic de- our community through the Baker Ro- as Mayor and as a Councilman, his velopment. tary Club, Team City, the Immaculate Councilman District 1 knowledge of Baker City government, “Baker is a Conception Catholic Church, and as a Charles Vincent (D) its ordinances, rules, and procedures, city that can start hunters education instructor. Unopposed as well as his accomplishments in com- to move forward, Harold Rideau, 65, is celebrating 41 munity service to be some of his most with the right years of marriage to Juanita Richard Councilman District 2 important qualifications. He knows the leadership and in- Rideau. They are the proud parents of Norman “Pete” Heine (D) importance of this position in Baker volvement of the Kyer four successful children — a medical Yolanda Vessell (D) City government, and he understands citizens of Baker.” doctor, an Army captain who served A. J. Walls (D) the needs of the community and the two tours in Iraq, an operator at Exx- need to put the citizens of Baker first Mayor Harold M. Rideau onMobil, and a budding attorney. Councilman District 3 Candidate for Mayor when making decisions. Monteic Sizer Joyce Burges (D) Davis earned his Ph.D. in Agricul- Mayor Harold M. Rideau is looking Candidate for Mayor Carlon Simpson (D) tural Economics from the University of forward to a third term in office. Asked Illinois. Dr. Davis had a distinguished why he is running again, Rideau stated, “I believe in Baker. I believe in the Councilman District 4 career as a college professor and ad- “We’re in the middle of many projects people of Baker. I believe in the po- David Georgetown (D) ministrator; and was a nationally rec- that were started during my adminis- tential that Baker has. Unfortunately, Darnell Waites (D) ognized economist. He retired from tration, and I would like to see them for years now, Baker has suffered from Robert Young (D) Southern University with 22 and one- through completion. These projects administrations that have kept it from half years of service, where he served will have a lasting impact on the lives reaching its true potential. Now is the Councilman District 5 as a professor and dean. He is also of our residents and our community. time for Baker to become one of the John Givens (D) retired from Alcorn State University “We have good relationships with best cities in Louisiana to buy a home, Darryl L. Robertson (D) after eight years as a professor, dean, several granting authorities and have raise a family, get a good education, Fred O. Russell (D) research director, and extension ad- been able to save hundreds of thou- and start a business. ministrator. Davis has served as chair- sands of dollars on mandatory expen- “The ways of the past haven’t Pick Up Your Central Community Directory and Central Yellow Pages at businesses throughout Central

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Central Community Directory Entire Contents © 2012 13567 Hooper Rd. 225-261-5055 Honoring the Central Flash, Trevor Sansone, who set the centralcitynews.us all-time state 5A high school record in the 55-yard dash. CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012 11 for Mayor, Chief of Police, Baker Council worked. Conflict between the Mayor’s service, prayer, and philanthropy. dom comes with age. As a young man “I hope that you will vote for me Office and Baker City Council, cou- “While living in Baker, I have been I did not think that seniors knew much again this year on March 24, so that I pled with under performing schools active in the community. I served as about life, but as I grew older I came to can continue to work for you and our and limited economic development vice chair of the City of Baker Plan- realize how wise they really were. As great American hometown — Baker, have caused many Baker residents ning and Zoning Commission, joined you grow older you may lose muscle Louisiana — a safe, progressive, and to move to Central, Zachary, or other the Baker Rotary Club, and have been tone, but you gain knowledge and wis- friendly town with big city convenience points North. The average incomes active with Neighbors United for a dom. I will be a strong voice for all and small town feeling! Baker has of Baker families lag behind the state Better Baker (NUBB). With members senior citizens. been fortunate, not having felt much of average. Nearly 40 percent of Baker of NUBB, I helped to facilitate conver- “My experience is unquestionable. the downturn that many small cities in residents live on less than $25,000 per sations around economic development, I served proudly for 23 years as Mayor our country have seen. It is my belief year. Our homes are worth less than education, and crime reduction. of the City of Baker, eight years on the that the opportunity exists for contin- our neighbors. The average family is “I earned an associate in applied sci- Baker City Council, and nearly eight ued growth and prosperity in our city, being hurt by Baker’s soaring utility ence degree in industrial safety, securi- years as the first parish manager for situated as it is near the Capital City, costs and lack of governmental trans- ty, and health management technology West Feliciana Parish. I am a military the airport, and interstate highway ac- parency. from Central Piedmont Community veteran of the United States Air Force, cess. “There was a College before receiving a bachelors of serving as crew chief on a F-86 Saber “Thank you for your consider- time, not that long science (summa cum laude) in psychol- jet during the Korean War, between ation!” ago, when Baker ogy and criminal justice from Pfeiffer 1948 and 1952, and also participated in Achievements during time in of- Pride meant some- College. I earned a Ph.D. in clinical- the Berlin Air Life. fice: thing. The Buffa- community psychology from the Uni- “I am ready, willing, and able to • Completion of road and sidewalk lo that represents versity of South Carolina at Columbia. serve this great city, and would ap- improvements on Groom Road west of us is a symbol I completed my clinical residency at preciate your consideration and vote. Hwy. 19 of strength and William S. Hall Psychiatric Institute. If you would like to talk with “Pete”, • Construction of award-winning determination. I “It is time for Baker to rise again. please call 775-3577. Veterans Plaza and Gazebo in City want to restore Baker will rise, with hard work, your A.J. Walls Park that pride to our support, and the faith I have in God and Candidate for Council District 2 • Improvements to the Walking people and city. I our city. Join me in creating a new Bak- Track want to take Bak- Sizer er, one that protects the legacy of our “Thank you for allowing me to be • Construction of award winning er into the 21st century by keeping our past while building a road map to our your District 2 Councilman for the Fire Department, Office of Emergency best and brightest in our community future. Together, we can have New Vi- past 12 years! I Preparedness, and Homeland Security and help to facilitate Baker’s growth sion, New Leadership, A New Baker.” consider it a privi- • Improvements and upgrades to lege to serve the public infrastructure including street and prosperity. Charles Vincent community where “If I am elected mayor, I will bring Candidate for Council District 1 overlays, drainage water towers and transparency and trust back to City I have lived for lines, and gas lines Hall. This is your government, and it Charles Vincent, a Democrat, was 43 years; where • Upgrades to equipment in all de- should work for you and with you. I unopposed in Council District 1. Sharon and I have partments, including Public Works field will bring a real plan to you, one with Pete Heine raised three sons equipment and significant upgrades to Candidate for Council District 2 who graduated computer systems for all departments real goals that can restore the luster from Baker High, lost through the years. I will work with “After much prayer, soul-searching, of the city and where I have • City of Baker has received several the city council, the school district, and and encouragement from many citizens coached many of our business leaders. I will reach out I have made the decision to seek the of- million dollars in grants for major city- your children in wide improvements to our legislature and congressional fice of City Councilman, District 2 for Walls Little League and leadership to assure that Baker gets its the City of Baker. I am not running • Instrumental in reducing the num- fair share of dollars. I will build rela- BREC sports. Our sons, Allen, Mar- ber of accidents throughout our city be- against any one particular candidate, cus, and Kelly are grown now with tionships, not burn them. I will be our but rather am offering my many years cause of improved traffic enforcement community’s greatest ambassador. We families of their own, and in our retire- utilizing photo enforcement equip- of experience to fill this seat. The main ment, Sharon and I are enjoying our are one Baker. thrust of my campaign will be to work ment “Being mayor is not a popularity six grandchildren, five boys and one • Voted for budgeting funds that with the Mayor, whomever you elect to granddaughter! contest. Being mayor is about having the City Council, our Police and Fire See BAKER on Page 12 vision, professional experience, gover- Chief, court offi- nance ability, and compassion for peo- cials, school offi- ple. God has uniquely prepared me to cials, business and serve in such a capacity, and I look for- community lead- ward to working with you as the next ers, and all min- mayor of Baker. isters to improve “I am a man who is seeking to live the image of our out God’s purpose. It is God’s gifts and city. This can be talents that I seek to use to help uplift accomplished by people, communities, and government. working together I am doing so for God’s glory. with one agenda. “I believe public service is a calling. “I am a Chris- And because its a calling, I have served tian, a member of people, communities, and multiple lev- Heine Baker First Bap- els of government for years while func- tioning as either a clinical-community tist Church, serve as church coordina- psychologist, CEO, consultant, or vol- tor for Christ Fellowship Church of unteer. I have operated with integrity Leland, and a Man of Manresa. I am and have helped all who sought it. I a widower, having been married to the seek opportunities for all. late Georgia Lea Pilcher for 53 years. “My wife, attorney Veronica How- Together we had five children, nine ard Sizer, and I live in Baker and have grandchildren, and four great-grand- four children. We believe in family and children. the responsibilities that go along with “My opposition has said that I am it. We are active members of Star Hill too old to run for public office, but Church and are committed to improv- those who know me best know that this ing the lives of others through public is not true. I learned long ago that wis- 12 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012 Baker Mayor Harold Rideau Has Three Continued from Page 11 munity events • Owned business in the Baker/Ba- Gospel where he is Deacon pastor by allowed our city’s fire rating to be up- • Overall: To be a servant of the ton Rouge area for over 20 years Robert H. Joseph, Sr. graded to a Class 2, resulting in de- people • Member of civic organization He is a graduate of Southern Univer- creased insurance costs for homeowners About Joyce Burges: Neighbors United for a Better Baker sity with a bachelor’s of science degree • Married to Sharon Hammack • Resident of Baker for nearly 25 • Married to Amelia for 25 years in economics. He is a member of the Walls years • Three daughters, Miranda, Ma- Baker High Booster Club, Who’s Who • Father of Allen, Marcus, and Kel- • Attended Capitol High and South- riah, and Morgan Professional Association, and National ly Walls ern University John Givens Build Trade Associate. • Resident of Baker for 43 years • An educator for 23 years Candidate for Council District 5 Fred O. Russell • Councilman of District 2 for 12 • Community activist Candidate for Council District 5 • Active in the local church John Givens is a candidate for Bak- years “When I ran • Member of City of Baker Utility • Board member for several local er City Council in organizations District 5. for office 12 years Commission ago, I won by a • Member City of Baker Cemetery • Married to Eric Burges for nearly Givens is a 35 years Democrat and is a majority vote of Commission 60 percent. This • Board Member of East Baton • Raised five children living in resident of Baker. Baker He is retired from large win was at- Rouge Parish Council on Aging tributed to the ex- • Member of Veterans Plaza Board • Grandmother of four beautiful Pitney Bowes, granddaughters Inc., a Fortune emplary services of Commissioners 500 company as a I provided to the • Little League baseball coach David Georgetown consultant. citizens while • BREC football coach Candidate for Council District 4 His campaign working as the • Baker Booster Club President “I believe you need strong leader- commitment is to city administrator • Attends Zoar Baptist Church ship qualities to help run a city, I am support new and Givens and emergency Russell Remember your vote is important. one of those people. I will help bring existing businesses. Support the Baker manager for 10 years for the city of Yes, one person’s vote can make a dif- Baker into the 21st century and be- School System and be available to all Baker. ference. Call me at 778-1293 or 317- yond. residents of District 5. Let the people “The 12 years I have spent as a Bak- 1042. “I will create community listen- have input. er City Councilman have been among Joyce Burges ing tools every six months. Will work Givens said, “Baker needs a change. the most rewarding, challenging, hum- Candidate for Council District 3 side by side with New leadership to go to another level. bling, and fulfilling years of my life. Joyce Burges will work to: the school system United we can improve and grow the I feel that I am the most experienced, • Increase in- to improve our City of Baker. People in the City of qualified, proven, dedicated candidate tegrity and trans- schools. Baker and District 5 should ask them- running in District 5. From that experi- parency in city “I believe that selves are we better today than we were ence, I chose to run for re-election be- leadership for without a strong four years, eight years, or 12 years ago? cause serving God and serving the peo- overall city man- school system And their answer is no. ple are a fulfillment of my daily life. agement there can be no “The people in Baker are experienc- My love for people will never change, • Attract and economic devel- ing drainage, utilities, and street prob- nor will my efforts to serve my fellow encourage desir- opment. I will lems. They are presently going through man! able businesses and solicit new busi- high water and sewer bills since the “I have actively served the Baker improve economic nesses to bring to installment of new water meters in the community by my involvement and development our city. Georgetown amount of $200, $300, $400. • Renew the “I’ve raised my family in Baker. “Only new business we have com- CLASS REUNION love of learning Let’s make Baker a family friendly ing in are small businesses. All Star Chevorlet is planning to move in the Glen Oaks Class of 1962 Burges into the hearts and city again. Join me in building a better minds of children, Baker.” near future.” Looking for Classmates parents, and teachers • Majored in business administra- Givens and his wife Katina have Call Bobby Miscar at • Create community involvement tion at University of Louisiana at Mon- five children and two grandchildren. 225-261-3030 or email for constituents and participate in com- roe He is a member of King Children Full [email protected]

MEDICAID AND LaCHIP RECIPIENTS attendNext “CHOOSE HEALTH” Meeting: don’t miss this important meeting. Tuesday, March 13 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. If you or a family member is enrolled in Medicaid or LaCHIP, please DR. LEO BUTLER COMMUNITY CENTER 950 EAST WASHINGTON STREET attend “Choose Health,” a special meeting about changes being BATON ROUGE, LA 70802 made to Medicaid and LaCHIP and how they affect you. Wednesday, March 14 from 2:30-4:30 p.m. LSU HEALTH-EARL K. LONG Learn what Health Plans are and why you will need to choose one. BAYOUMEDICAL CENTERHEALTH Find out what doctors will be in each Health Plan. 5825 AIRLINE HWY. YourBATON Health ROUGE, LAYour 70805 Choice Be sure to bring a list of your doctors with you. Know the recipients’ social security number and Medicaid number. Register to win in our prize drawing! BAYOUHEALTH You can get help with choosing a Health Plan for each family Your Health Your Choice member in your house, and our staff will be available to answer A program of the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals questions. If you need special assistance, please call 1-888-342-6207. Teal:bayouhealth.com PMS 320 Dark Blue: PMS282 1-855-BAYOU-4U (TOLL FREE) (1-855-229-6848) CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012 13 Opponents, Chief Snapper Knaps Has Two support of various groups, clubs, and streets, roads, drainage, utilities, rail- Baker was listed as the 2nd safest city in extensive knowledge in police service activities. These include our churches, road crossings, recreation, and fire and Louisiana and 4th safest in the U.S.A. and its application to police adminis- Baker Independent School, Baker Lit- police services. I have also helped to with a 3.8 rating. The latest Universal tration. tle League, Baker High Century Club, bring new businesses to Baker and re- Crime Report for Louisiana issued was Silas believes that crime prevention Baker Band Boosters, Baker Cham- furbish old shopping centers. last year and Baker improved to a 3.2 efforts and citizen participation are es- ber of Commerce, Mayor’s Prayer “I personally funded and was re- rating with Baton Rouge at a 12.6 rating sential to any successful crime reduc- Breakfast, Buffalo Festival, Pilot Club, sponsible for erecting a sign in front of (lower scores mean less major crime.) tion plan. To prevent crime, the police American Cancer Society Relay for City Hall to honor Baker veterans serv- We are still one of the safest cities in department has to implement many Life, Disabled Veterans, and other fund ing in the armed forces. I served on the the country! As long as you allow me community police partnerships. raisers to benefit our people. I will Veterans’s Plaza Committee and physi- to be your Chief, I will continue to be Silas’ goals are to educate citizens continue to support our senior citizens cally assisted in the construction of this a firm but fair leader Keeping Baker and in turn the police department, and children. memorial honoring all veterans. Safer. about how to be “As councilman, I have played a “I am retired and a full time coun- “I have equip- on the lookout for major part in improvements to city cilman to be available and responsive ped all of our pa- criminal activity, to the citizens needs at all time. We trolmen and their to report it before moved to the City of Baker in 1958 af- patrol units with it happens, and to ter serving in the U.S. Air Force. I am the most up-to- help deter young Classifieds a Korean war veteran. people from crim- $6 for first 10 words. $10 for 11 to 20 words, $15 date state of the for 21 to 30 words. $20 for 31 to 40 words. $25 “My wife Connie, now deceased, art technology inal activity by for one column inch classified display ad. Call and I were married 54 years. We have and specialized channeling their 261-5055. Must be paid in advance. To pay by five children, nine grandchildren, and energy into edu- credit card, go to www.centralcitynews.us and equipment avail- click “Pay Now” on the left. Then email ad copy 12 great-grandchildren. We are mem- able. No other cation, recreation, to [email protected]. Or mail or bers of St. Isidore Catholic Church. department in Knaps and positive com- hand deliver check and ad copy to Central City Geralds News, 13567 Hooper, Central, LA 70818. There “My home is at 5425 Lavey Lane in the country has their entire patrol fleet munity activities. is an after-hours drop box. Baker. I can be reached at 775-3389. equipped any better than ours! We Silas will use his 38 years of law “With your help and God willing, I enforcement experience to provide LIGHT HOUSE CLEANING, sitting with have support equipment for all phases the elderly, and babysitting. Available Mon- am looking forward to serving my dis- of enforcement and rescue. This was all citizens of this great city of Baker day through Friday. Call 225-456-3727 or trict and the citizens of Baker for an- made possible by securing over $1 equality and protection under the law 225-261-7339. 03/08/12 other four years.” million in state and federal grants at no while encouraging input in making this MASSIVE INDOOR SALE — 10236 Cloud- Chief Mike “Snapper” Knaps cost to you. city a safer place to live and work for land Dr., March 9 and 10, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. La- Candidate for Chief of Police “The Police Chief of Baker is not a all of our families. dies clothes L-XL, shoes 7-8, home decor, etc. Editor’s Note: Other candidates did 03/08/12 “I am humbly honored to be your position I take lightly; being a police officer is not just a job. This is a life not submit photos or statements. How- OBEDIENCE CLASSES IN CENTRAL — Chief of Police. For 32 years, I have ever, their statements will be published Class size limited. Group and private. For in- been a commissioned Baker police of- of dedication, and I have given mine to you, the citizens of Baker. I am asking in the March 22 edition of the Central formation, call 939-8964. 03/08/12 ficer serving all the citizens of Baker. City News, if submitted by March 16. OWNER IN MORGAN PLACE ready to I have lived in Baker 51 years. I have for your continued prayers and support downsize, may consider smaller home near been involved with the youth in Baker by voting for me on March 24.” Area 2 w/offer. Inside: 3BR/2.5BA Sep DR for over 35 years teaching, umpiring, Endorsed by AFL-CIO Central could be 4th BR, move in ready, lg rooms, and refereeing, and coaching. I have held Body and East Baton Rouge Sheriff 2,184 LA. Outside: 1.26 ac. dbl. gar+dbl car- Sid Gautreaux III Lost port, screened patio and courtyard plus bonus every rank and every position in the & Found rm. 20x30 shop with A/C and wtr. Large RV Baker Police Department. I was recog- Silas Geralds No charge for listing one week. Call 261-5055. shed, nice pond plus gazebo. Paint 2010, new nized as Baker Officer of the Year five Candidate for Chief of Police roof 11/11, no flood. Over $300K invested, times. FOUND — Diabetic testing kit in the park- asking $278K. 9832 Sagefield Dr. By appoint- Silas Geralds’ philosophy is that ing lot of Sullivan Hardware on Feb. 22. ment only. 225-262-1217. 03/08/12 “In 2008 Central City News did a any crime...is too much crime. He has state and national crime survey and Please call to identify 225-261-5055.

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POCHE, WALDEN RAYBURN, CRISLER Milestones Amanda Poche and Landon Walden Megan Rayburn and James Crisler Births • Engagements • Weddings • Deaths will wed March 24 at Ashley Manor will exchange vows in a May ceremo- Anniversaries • Reunions in Baton Rouge. ny in Baton Rouge.

Pete J. Lopez, Sr. She was escorted by her brothers, Craig and Casey Lopez. She was Amanda Poche, Landon Walden given in marriage by her mother, Mary Lopez. She was attended by To Wed March 24 in Baton Rouge matron of honor, Amber Olivier; maid of honor, Megan Mooney, and BATON ROUGE — Amanda Poche of bridesmaids were Brea Browning Baton Rouge and Landon Walden Lopez, Lori Hebert, Brett Brown, of Denham Springs will marry in a Jessica Holman, Amanda Mercil, 7 p.m. ceremony Saturday, March Sarah Simpson, Lacey Franz, and 24, 2012, at Ashley Manor in Ba- Misty Borne. Miniature bride was ton Rouge. Stokely Sparks and flower girls The bride-elect is the daughter were Addison and Avery Olivier. of Valerie Poche and Deda Rich- The bridegroom is the son of ardson of Baton Rouge and Cathy Mr. and Mrs. R. Greg Simpson of Poche of Central. She is the grand- Port Allen and Ms. Bobby Doucet daughter of Leonard and Mary Simpson of Baton Rouge. He is Poche of Denham Springs and the the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. El- late Earl and Anna Verrett of Baton lis Gosserand of Port Allen and the Rouge. late Jeff Simpson, Mr. and Mrs. Amanda is a graduate of Central John Doucet of Port Allen, and Mr. High School and EMS Paramedic and Mrs. Louis Spragio, Jr. of Ad- Academy. She is employed as a dis. He is the great-grandson of paramedic with East Baton Rouge Mr. and Mrs. Louis Spragio, Sr. of Emergency Medical Services. Addis. Her fiancé is the son of Shaun and Joyce Wales of Clinton and the Mr. and Mrs. Trenton Simpson He was attended by his best man, James Wesley Major and late Timothy Walden of St. Fran- groomsmen were Cory Coye, Jar- cisville. He is a grandson of Dolly Lopez, Simpson rod Seguin, Chad Doucet, Matthew Jones of Lottie and the late Jerelene Coye, Nicholas Pommier, Beau Walden of St. Francisville. Cucullu, Jase Jackson, Johnny Landon is a graduate of Denham Exchange Vows Franz, and Nicholas Humble. Min- Springs High School and Louisiana BATON ROUGE — Candace Claire iature groom was Landon Simpson State University. He is employed Lopez of Central and Trenton Neil and Chance Simpson was the ring as a physical therapy technician Simpson of Port Allen were united bearer. Ushers were Michel Last- at Kleinpeter Physical Therapy in in marriage on July 8, 2011, at St. rapes and Johnny Doucet. Landon Walden and Amanda Poche Zachary. Agnes Catholic Church in Baton Gwen Horton, Jill Spragio, and Rouge. The Very Rev. Monsignor Gayle Simpson participated in the Robert Berggreen presided at the ceremony as readers. 7:30 p.m. ceremony. The reception took place at the Megan Rayburn, James Crisler The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Addis Community Center in Ad- Mary Richard Lopez of Central dis. and the late Pete Joseph Lopez, Jr. Following a wedding trip to Walt To Marry in a May Ceremony She is the granddaughter of How- Disney World, the couple resides BATON ROUGE — Megan M. Ray- ard and Irene Broussard Richard of in Port Allen with their daughter, burn of Central and James M. Loreauville and Mrs. Rosa Bayard Adaline Bonnette Simpson. Crisler of Denham Springs will Lopez of New Iberia and the late marry in a May ceremony in Baton Rouge. The bride-elect is the daughter Kaden Tyler Unbehagen of Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm Rayburn of Baton Rouge and Mr. and Mrs. Garrett and Miranda Unbeha- Melvin Cason of Central. She is gen are proud to announce the the granddaughter of Paul and Di- birth of their first child, Kaden anne Fourroux and Ruby Rayburn Tyler. of Zachary and the late Burtis Ray- Kaden was born Jan. 11, 2012, burn. at 7:18 p.m. in Baton Rouge. Megan is a graduate of Central He weighed eight pounds, eight High School and Our Lady of the ounces, and was 21 inches long. Lake College. She is a PTA at Proud grandparents are Den- Moreau Physical Therapy. nis and Nealy Morain of Baton Her fiancé is the son of James H. Rouge, Mike Unbehagen of Bay- Crisler and Paula Simon Harper of ou Pigeon, and Debora Unbeha- Denham Springs. He is the grand- gen of Woodbridge, Va. son of Alice C. Simon and the late Gerard J. Simon and the late Har- Megan Rayburn and James Crisler old E. and Barbara Vay Crisler. James is a graduate of Denham Rouge Community College. He is Springs High School and Baton a police officer. Micah Shane Allen Jason and Heather Allen of Cen- tral are proud to announce the birth of their son Micah Shane. He was Ella-Kate Delanie Allison welcomed home by his big brother, Caleb and sister, Gabby. Brandon Allison and Tori Micah was born Nov. 24, 2011. Brown are proud to announe the He weighed six pounds, nine ounc- arrival of their daughter Ella- es, and was 22 inches long. Kate Delanie. Proud grandparents are Martin Ella-Kate was born Dec. 13, and Tammie Woolfork of Cen- 2011. She weighed six pounds, tral and Ernest and Linda Allen of 15 ounces, and was 20-1/4 inch- Zachary. es. Proud grandparents are Faye Silvio and the late John Silvio Jr., Emmit and Helen Robertson, MILESTONES and Billy and Barbara Allison. Send stories and photos to [email protected] or drop them off at 13567 Hooper (next door to Central Drugs) CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012 15 Gen. Boykin at Sportsman’s Banquet CENTRAL — Events coming up in and around Central: Republican and Democratic Parish Executive Committees. Saturday, March 10 Sportsman’s Banquet • 5:30 p.m. Sunday, March 25 Men, young and old, are invited Easter Egg Hunt • 1 p.m. to the 8th Annual Greenwell Springs The Baker Civic Club is host- Baptist Church Sportsman’s Banquet. ing it’s 4th Annual Easter Egg Hunt Dinner will be provided including at 2640 N. Magnolia Dr., across the both wild and domestic dishes. The tracks near the ball park. The hunt guest speaker will be retired Lt. Gen- will be broken up into age groups for eral William G. “Jerry” Boykin. He all children 12 and under. There will had a distinguished military career be games, crafts, face painting, and that began in 1971. In his 36 years snacks. in the Army, he served more than 24 Tuesday, March 27 in Joint Special Operations. Gen. Free Blood Glucose Screening Boykin was recently barred from 8 to 10 a.m. speaking at West Point because of Lane Regional Medical Center this Christian beliefs. will take part in the American Dia- Thursday, March 8 betes Association Alert Day by offer- Central/Greenwell Springs Society ing a free blood glucose screening at of History Meeting • 6:30 p.m. the Lane Medical Plaza located next The Central/Greenwell Springs to the hospital at 6550 Main Street. Society of History will meet at the Fasting is recommended, but not re- Central Library on Joor Road. The quired. Registration is not required. guest speaker will be Melissa Eas- LT. GEN. JERRY BOYKIN AT SPORTSMAN BANQUET — Retired Lt. Gen. For information, call 658-4583. tin, archivist/librarian for East Baton Jerry Boykin will be the keynote speaker at this Saturday’s 8th Annual Greenwell Tuesday, March 27 Ruge Parish Library. For information Springs Baptist Church Sportsman’s Banquet. The event will begin at 5:30 p.m. Newborn Care Class • 6:30 p.m. on this project got to www.ebrpl.com Lane Regional Medical Center will and click on Baton Rouge Digital Ar- gional Medical Center Diabetes Sup- March 22 through 25 offer a free newborn care class in the chive. port Group meeting. The Diabetes Peter Pan staff development classroom. “Baby Support Group welcomes all who The Central High School Musical Friday, March 9 have Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes in- Care Basics” covers all you need to Louisiana Hurricane Fundraiser Department will present “Peter Pan” know to care for your infant in the cluding family, friends, and anyone in the Central High Theatre. Ticket first weeks of life. Partners are en- Dance • 7 to 11 p.m. in a supporting role. For information, prices are reserve seating $12 in ad- Come join the Louisiana Hurri- contact Sherri Brady at 658-4583. couraged to attend. Child care is not canes baseball team for good music, vance, general admission $10 in ad- provided. Registration is required. food, and dancing! The menu will Saturday, March 17 vance and $15 at the door. For infor- For information or to register, call include crawfish fetticinni, jamba- Gator Baseball Fundraiser mation, contact 261-3438. 654-5263. laya, meatballs, desserts, and more. Gator Baseball will be holding a Saturday, March 24 The dance will be held at Kristen- bass tournament at Doiron’s Landing Louisiana Presidential Primary LENTEN FISH DINNERS wood, 14025 Greenwell Springs in Morgan City. For informatioin, Louisiana Republicans and Demo- Road. Cost is $20 per person/dona- contact Eric Weaver at 939-6486, crats will go to the polls in separate Every Friday During Lent [email protected], or www.loui- tion. Non-alcoholic drinks and beer Presidential Primaries to help express Now through March 30 will be served. For information, call sianasportsman.com under forums- Louisiana’s preferences in the Presi- Anita at 413-9171. tournaments. dential nominating process. Voters 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. • $7 per dinner Saturday, March 10 Sunday, March 18 will also choose members of the Re- Magnolia United Methodist Dr. Shelia Isom • 10:30 a.m. publican and Democratic State Cen- Men’s Prayer Breakfast • 8 a.m. 16024 Greenwell Springs There will be a Men’s Prayer Dr. Shelia Isom from Danville, Va. tral Committees and members of the Breakfast at Life Church Central, will be speaking at Life Church Cen- 10523 Lovett Road. tral, 10523 Lovett Road. Saturday, March 10 Tuesday, March 20 Tea with the Darlings Grief Support Group • 6:30 p.m. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. A new grief support group under Come have “Tea with the Dar- the guidance of The Grief Recovery lings” and the rest of the cast from Center will be meeting weekly in the Peter Pan! The event will be held Daily Chapel inside St. Alphonsus at the Central High cafeteria. Cost Church. The meetings are open to is $10 per person and includes iced everyone in the community who have and hot teams, scones, sugar cookies, suffered a loss and their family and and other goodies. Bring your cam- friends that provide support for these eras. Cast members will be available individuals. for pictures. Children must be ac- Tuesday, March 20 companied by a parent or guardian. Central Community Alliance Proceeds to benefit the Central High Meeting • 7 p.m. Musical Theatre. This month’s public forum of the Tuesday, March 13 Central Community Alliance will Diabetes Support Group Meeting feature Coach Sid Edwards, athletic 6 to 7 p.m. director of the CCSS and new head Dr. Jason Allemond of the Wil- football coach. The meeting will be liamson Allemond Regional eye held at DEMCO on Wax Road. Center will speak on “How Diabetes March 22 and 29 Affects Your Eyes” at the Lane Re- Scale Down Information Sessions 11:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Get started today with Scale LENTEN FISH FRY Down, an HMR program for weight Every Friday During Lent management at Lane Regional Medi- Now through March 30 cal Center. Want to find out how this 4 to 6 p.m. • Drive Thru Only life-style and weight loss program can benefit you? Call 658-4463 to St. Alphonsus Catholic Church schedule your free, no obligation in- 14040 Greenwell Springs formation session. Registration is required and space is limited. 16 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012 Nicole Joraanstad Aiming to Return to Olympics Business Awards Nominations Due March 16 CENTRAL — Central City News readers have until next Friday, March 16 to nominate local businesses for the Annual Central Business Awards competition. More than 60 businesses were nominated in nine catego- ries last year. In order to nominate one or more businesses, clip the form below and mail it to 13567 Hooper Road, City of Central, LA 70818 or email your nominations to [email protected]. A business owner or employee may nominate their own business, but they should reveal the fact that they are associated with the business. Winners will be honored in the Central City News and at a reception. Must be received by 5 p.m. Friday, March 16, 2012 Business of the Year Nomination Form Please accept my nominations for the following awards: Small Business of the Year ______Mid-Sized Business of the Year ______Large Business of the Year ______U.S. WOMEN’S CURLING TEAM holding the championship trophy at the U.S. Women’s Curling Nationals. Shown are (left to right) Tabitha Peterson, Allison Pot- Professional Practice of the Year ______tinger, Natalie Nicholson, and Nicole Joraanstad. Nicole’s parents are from Central. New Business of the Year ______ASTON, PA. — Nicole Joraanstad, Joraanstad’s contributions were crit- daughter of Central residents Gary ical as she executed a double-take- Central’s Business of the Year ______and Debra Joraanstad, and her team- out in the seventh end that allowed Servant Leadership Award ______mates, won the U.S. Women’s Curl- Pottinger to draw for a second point. ing Nationals held in Aston, PA., Joraanstad cleared the house in the Entrepreneur of the Year ______Feb. 11 to 18. 9th end, limiting Potter to two points Central’s Most Valuable Business ______Nicole plays third on the team. and preserving the lead. Her well- According to skip Allison Pottinger, placed freeze in the final end provided It is not necessary to make a nomination in every category. For full disclosure, enough protection to ensure the win. please put an asterisk (*) next to any business you are associated with. This is Joraanstad’s ninth nation- You MAY attach a letter or documentation (such as brochures, clippings, website, als including two junior nationals or photos) in support of any nomination. However, this is NOT REQUIRED. Joraanstad also played in the 2010 Winter Olympics and World Cham- YOUR NAME ______pionships in 2000-2002, 2004, and ADDRESS ______2006-2009. As U.S. champions, the team CITY, STATE & ZIP ______will compete in Lethbridge, Alber- BEST PHONE NUMBERS ______ta for the World Women’s Curling Championship March 17 through E-MAIL ADDRESS ______25. They have qualified for the Return to Central City News, Box 1, Greenwell Springs, LA 70739, deliver to 2014 Olympic Trials that will be NICOLE Joraanstad with her parents, 13567 Hooper Road, or send via email to [email protected]. Gary and Debra Joraanstad of Central. held in Fargo, ND, November 2013. 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Brian Poché, Linda Medine, Bruce Medine, Walter Wolf, and Kevin Corkern. Integrity did the glass work on the new CVS in Central. BATON ROUGE — Integrity Glass ing kind, considerate, prompt, and ly, three years ago, to their newest Works offers a vast range of ser- fair. Their motto is — Custom location at 8931 Greenwell Springs vices from custom heavy shower Quality Service for the Greater Ba- Road. doors to automobile windshields ton Rouge Area! Today, Integrity Glass is a full to all glass needs in the highest Owners Bruce and Linda Medi- service glass company catering quality residential and commercial ne have crafted their family-owned to the community with a range of construction projects. They have business from humble beginnings. services including commercial and many experienced technicians who Bruce began in the glass indus- residential. can bring any dream to reality! try in 1983 where he dedicated 18 Over the years, Integrity Glass Integrity Glass Works has been years to the iconic Capitol City has experienced tremendous growth serving the great city of Baton Glass, including six years as com- and become one of the most highly Rouge and the surrounding areas mercial manager. With faith and recommended facilities in the Ba- since 2001. As a Christian-based knowledge on their side, the Medi- ton Rouge. This growth has not be workplace, they strive to maintain nes decided to make a change in founded by luck but by providing a reputation with customers of be- 2001 that would be the stepping high quality products and service. stones towards their dream. They At Integrity Glass Works, the Integrity Glass Works opened Integrity Glass. staff strives to maintain a “small Bruce and Linda give God the town” relationship with our cus- 8931 Greenwell Springs Road credit for growing that company tomers while providing them fair, Baton Rouge, Louisiana from a garage start-up to a large competitive prices found in a big 225-261-8800 shop next to their home, and final- city. City Market in Central Complete Glass Service Emergency Service

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Bruce Medine • Linda Medine Owners 8931 Greenwell Springs Road CENTRAL CITY NEWS March 8, 2012 19 Two Companies for All Your Pool Needs Wholesale Pool Wholesale Pool B u i l d e r s S u p p l i e s Owners Claude and Owners Steven Fiore Dustin Cassels and Jared David Wholesale Pool Builders Wholesale Pool Supplies was established in 1985. is your one-stop shop for all For the past 27 years, they your swimming pool needs. Visit either of their two con- have constructed in-ground venient locations in Central pools from Louisiana to or Zachary. Mississippi. They strive to Wholesale Pool Supplies provide quality products in is a member of The Back- pool construction and ser- yard Place and an authorized vice to their customers. dealer of quality equipment All in-ground pools are and supplies. constructed with top qual- Whether you’re looking ity polymer walls and con- to purchase a new pool or crete base flooring under you’ve owned your pool for the vinyl liner. years, their courteous and Customers are amazed knowledgeable staff members are here to assist you at their quick turnaround with anything that you may time and completion of need. their pool. They start a job Providing excellent cus- on Monday, and you will tomer service and quality be enjoying your pool by products has been the driv- the weekend! ing force behind Wholesale From your initial meet- Pool Supplies’ operation ing to discuss your pool since 1985. needs to the finished proj- Pools of extraordinary quality are produced by Wholesale Pool Builders Steven Fiore said, “As a ect, honesty and depend- locally owned and operated ability are what their com- business, we truly value our pany was founded on. loyal customers in this community, and we look forward Referral jobs from previ- to seeing our customers re- ous clients are a true testa- turn year after year. You will ment to satisfied customers always find reliable brand and Wholesale Pool Build- name products, supplies, ers’ commitment. and helpful tips and solu- One of their biggest re- tions to care for your pool wards is seeing the smiles throughout the year. We are of happy customers. They also an authorized dealer of are proud to call Central Primo Grills and Smokers. home. Don’t wait, pool We have everything you season is here, give them need to make your backyard a true paradise; we’re more a call at 261-2001 to start Quality pool supplies are provided by Wholesale Pool Supply (left). A pool in the making (right). your summer fun in the sun. than just a pool store.” 20 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012 Pierre Home Builders and Properties ZACHARY — Back in 2005, local native Dustin St. Pierre wasn’t looking to get into the construction industry. But it just blew in from the south! Before Hurricane Katrina, St. Pierre was doing a little work in construction and remodeling, but was not interested in that direction in life. When Katrina came, that all changed. He got a job in sales at Parish Home Center in Zachary. Within six months after the storm, he was one of the top three sales- men in all of Baton Rouge — with sales exceeding $5 million a year. During that time, he got his builders license and started building homes. In the past six years, he has built more than 25 homes from Central NEW OR RENOVATIONS — Pierre Home Builders builds new homes and renovates existing homes. to Walker, especially in the North- over the last few years, his com- woods neighborhood. pany became active in property de- With the decline in home sales velopment and land sales. The company has bought land and plans to do commercial projects and rental property on the north side of Central in the future. St. Pierre has also bought an 80- acre tract off of Highway 64. He hopes to have five six-acre tracts for sale that will be restricted. Dustin just finished a 38-acre tract off of Liberty and Alphonse Forbes roads with eight lots, ranging from 1.25 acres up to 8.37 acres. NEW CONSTRUCTION — One of the new homes built by Pierre Home Builders. He finished a 58-acre tract off Greenwell Springs Road north of in Zachary and attended Central Pierre Home Builders Alphonse Forbes Road, where he Private School. He is getting mar- had four six-acre tracts and one 35- ried this year to Christina Richard- 21890 Chaney Road Zachary, Louisiana Christina Richardson, Dustin acre tract. son, and they are expecting their St. Pierre, and Mackenzie Dustin St. Pierre, 30, was born first child, a son, on July 24. 225-279-7578

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Pi e r r e Ho m e Bu i l d e r s & Pr o p e r t i e s CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012 21 PriceCo Offers Amazing Variety of Products CENTRAL — Matt Price of PriceCo Supply, LLC, said people are often surprised at the amazing variety of products offered at PriceCo. He said, “We are well known for our tool repair department for pneu- matic tools, compressors, genera- tors, and electric hand tools. And of course the many items needed for wood shops, mechanical shops, and associated items. We are also known for state of the art safety equipment gear as well as mounted first aid kits for all working shops, businesses, and industrial plants.” Due to the many people request- ing other supplies, PriceCo is adding the following: Teaching supplies for teachers, including home school teachers, Sunday school teachers, parents, and many items for individual stu- dent development enhancement. Crafting items are being added for many various hobbies such as Matt Pryor, tool repair knitting, crocheting, embroidery, Matt and Kathleen Price, owners rug hook latch, and various sewing grow, we will be adding many more stitching items. items such as party supplies, wood Painting supplies are being add- crafting, beading, and other items ed with a full line of artist paints that people ask for. We are truly including Winsor & Newton oils, excited about our new future here acrylics, and watercolors; artist at PriceCo Supply, LLC. This new brushes and various drawing sup- addition will provide our commu- plies; charcoals; pastels; chalks; nity with many popular items we and Winsor & Newton canvases, all love, thus saving people time sketch pads, and painting tools. and gas money. This will help Price said, “We are redeveloping keep our tax dollars in Central!” our supply store to meet the needs Price said, “Please come to our of our Central community. As we Open House on March 17 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. We will have free jambalaya and door prizes to intro- PriceCo Supply, LLC duce our new products.” 15151 Greenwell Springs Rd. Editor’s Note: Some big chang- Central, Louisiana es are coming to the front of the 225-262-6245 property of PriceCo Supply! PriceCo has added teaching aides and art and craft supplies 22 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012 Rebel Electric, LLC Has New Location

REBEL ELECTRIC — Office manager Deanna Vickry and owner Craig Simoneaux will be moving the company soon to their new location at 6464 Joor Road. CENTRAL — Rebel Electric, LLC in 2009. Mission Statement. To es- proach has resulted in a business owner Craig Simoneaux has an- Rebel Electric, LLC now has tablish long-term relationships built on client referrals and repeat nounced the purchase of a new eight employees, including, owner with each of our valued custom- business. We specialize in both building at 6464 Joor Road and has Craig Simoneaux, office manager ers, residential and commercial, residential and commercial electri- said the company will be moving Deanna Vickry, and six electri- by consistently exceeding their cal contracting. We stress safety, to its new home soon. cians, Davis Gill, Jimmy Lee, expectations, providing them innovation, and convenience to in- Rebel Electric, LLC has been in Shane Wyche, John Makedon, Ev- with the best quality of work, sure employees are in a safe work operation for over 44 years. It was erett Whiddon, and Josh Marchand. and conducting ourselves in the environment with the resources founded in 1968 by Clif Richard- Currently located off Sullivan utmost professional manner. they need. All employees also at- son and Ned Martello. Road in a building it shares with Using the highest ethical stan- tend continuing education classes Craig Simoneaux of Central was Confederate Heat and Air, Rebel dards, we guarantee to provide to stay on top of the latest technol- employed with the company for Electrical will be moving soon to a the best electrical solutions for ogy.” over 20 years before purchasing it new location at 6464 Joor Road. our customers through service, “We strive to be a socially-re- Craig Simoneaux said, “This is a value, and quality. sponsible company supporting var- Rebel Electric, LLC new chapter in my vision for Rebel ious community events which help Electric. We will have a large ware- our community prosper. If you 6464 Joor Road house to house supplies, along with Simoneaux said, “At Rebel should have any electrical needs Baton Rouge, Louisiana ample office space, and a confer- Electric LLC, we approach each now or in the future, we would 225-261-6400 ence area to meet with new clients and every project from our clients’ appreciate the opportunity to earn and complete bids on new jobs.” point of view. Our flexible ap- your business.” CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012 23 Pat’s Home Center: Dedicated to Central

Kevin Dupuy, Michelle Estave, and Jason Drury. Pat’s Home Center is located at 13533 Hooper Road. CENTRAL — The history of Pat’s goal originally,” Pat said, “was to the search for a new piece of prop- my wife and the love of my life, Home Center began in 1983 with make it possible for any of our cus- erty in St. Francisville where they I lost my business partner. I had a Pat and Ginger Vince. Together, tomers to purchase anything they could build a bigger store with a choice to make: Do I continue to they saw a need for a hardware needed for their home or commer- larger lumber yard. The search for run the businesses or not? I chose store that would serve the town of cial building projects. We began land led them to begin an entirely to continue what my wife and I St. Francisville and the surround- by comparing the pros and cons of new store in a different town. worked so hard to build and make ing community. local businesses in the same mar- In 1993, they started Partner’s successful. I decided to dedicate With the goal of being more ket. We knew that the success of Hardware in Clinton. any further success to her life and than just a hardware store, Pat and our business largely depended on Now Pat’s Home Center of Clin- her involvement in the business.” Ginger set out to become a custom- our ability to succeed and excel in ton, the business currently includes In 2003, St. Francisville saw er-oriented business. So, in 1984, the same areas as other local busi- a brand-new, 12,000-square-foot the construction of a brand-new, Pat and Ginger opened Pat’s Hard- nesses, while at the same time, out- store with an additional 10,000 in 18,000-square-foot facility with a ware and Garden Center on High- performing our competitors where warehouse space and a two-acre warehouse and lumber yard total- way 61 in St. Francisville. “Our they were failing to meet customer lumber yard with room to expand. ing an additional three acres. With needs.” In 2002, Mr. Vince suffered a the construction of a new building And succeed they did! By 1989, terrible tragedy — Ginger Vince came a new name. Pat’s Hard- Pat’s Home Center Pat’s Hardware added a lumber passed away, leaving him with a ware became Pat’s Home Center. 13533 Hooper Road yard to their original store to help tremendous loss but an incred- “We expanded our inventory Central, Louisiana meet the needs of its growing cus- ible personal legacy. “That was to include many new items for tomer base. In 1993, the business the defining moment in my life,” our customers including applianc- 225-262-8685 was doing so well that they began Pat said. “In addition to losing See PAT’S on Page 27 The Right Materials Make Everything Easier!

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3 Locations to Serve You St. Francisville • Hwy. 61 Central • Corner of Hooper & Sullivan Clinton • Partner’s Plank Rd. 225-625-4523 225-262-8685 or 225-261-2755 225-683-8384 fax 635-5868 fax 261-2908 fax 683-4384 24 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012 Plant Machine Works Is Celebrating 35 Years BATON ROUGE — In 1977, Claude Barber purchased Plant Machine Works Inc. from Central resident Harry Carmena. Claude set a stan- dard for Plant Machine Works Inc. that his son and grandson are now following to guide the business for the future. Upon Claude’s passing in 2006, his son Tommy Barber took over the family business. Tommy is married to Renee Jeansonne Barber, who is a lifelong resident of Central. Tommy and Renee’s children are graduates of Central schools. Travis is a graduate of South- eastern Louisiana University and is currently the company’s vice president of finance. Morgan plans to attend Louisiana State Univer- sity in the fall and major in business. Travis is married to Lynd- sey Browning McGraw, who also graduated from Central Private and Southeastern. Lyndsey is a registered nurse at Lane Memorial Hospital in Zachary. Tommy has made a concerted effort to hire people from Central in the family business. Plant Ma- Plant Machine Works, Inc. located at 4633 Blount Road, Baton Rouge chine Works currently employs 63 agement team that consists of sev- cently purchased and installed are 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday people, including the following res- eral employees who helped Claude three new CNC machines, includ- through Friday. In addition, a 24/7 idents of Central: Tommy Carlton, shape Plant Machine Works into ing TOS Varnsdorf Horizontal answering service with a Plant Ma- purchasing agent; Matt Wagner, the industry leader it is today.” Boring Mill, Viper VTL (Vertical chine Works’ employee on call is logistics supervisor and data entry; “My father put the best people Turret Lathe), and a Viper Hori- available to handle clients’ emer- Shane Ash, quotes and IT mainte- around him and allowed them zontal Lathe. gency needs. nance; Joe Amorello Sr., salesman; to work,” he said. “As much as The new equipment will allow Plant Machine Works is a proud Butch Bateman, shop coordinator; my father meant to the company, Plant Machine Works to work on supporter of the City of Central Tyler Jones, draftsman, and Todd he would be the first to tell you it larger parts and increase productiv- and Central City News. Browning, salesman. is the employees who make Plant ity, which will open new doors of Plant Machine Works is proud to Machine Works successful.” opportunity and take the company have family and friends involved Management Team to another level in the production in the business. This combination Bobby Williams, vice presi- and repair world. has helped continue the success es- dent of operations; Kirk Jones, The Future of tablished by Claude Barber. vice president of project bidding; Plant Machine Works Now Plant Machine Works is and Eddie Hood, vice president of Although Claude Barber led the celebrating 35 years as a leader in customer service, have each been company for most of its 35 years, the repair industry. The Plant Ma- with the company for more than 25 his son is now leading the com- chine Works’ mission continues to years. pany into a new era. According be “Service, Quality, Honesty, and Along with Tommy Barber, to Tommy, the future of Plant Ma- Integrity.” these employees form the execu- chine Works is very bright and full Located near the Baton Rouge tive management team. With their of new challenges with increased Airport, Plant Machine Works’ many years of experience, Tommy capabilities, new machines, and a 50,000-square-foot facility has turns to them to help make deci- team of people that includes a mix state-of-the-art machinery along sions relating to the company. of experience and youth through- with rotating equipment special- Tommy is thankful for these men out the company. ists. staying with Plant Machine Works “I am proud to be leading Plant Tommy Barber said, “It is my after the passing of Claude Barber Machine Works into the future as goal to keep the same tradition that and being a major part of the com- a family business. With my son, made Plant Machine Works a lead- pany’s continued success. Travis McGraw, working and er in the repair industry.” Tommy Expertise and Service learning the family business, our has put in place an executive man- With a machine shop that covers future looks bright,” Tommy said. 50,000 square feet, Plant Machine “Now that our company has Works offers a wide array of ser- become a generational one, our Plant Machine vices, from a full-service machine future is one of growth and devel- Works, Inc. shop to intricate rotating equip- opment with traditional values that 4633 Blount Road ment repairs. make Plant Machine Works what it Baton Rouge, Louisiana Expanding was in the past, what it is now, and To better meet its customers’ what it will be.” 225-775-7163 needs, Plant Machine Works re- The company’s business hours

Viper VTL TOS Varnsdorf CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012 25 26 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012 GM Cable: A Leader in Telecommunications

Noel Rivera displays a company bucket truck. Larry Curtis, Dean Harrington, and Scott Miller. CENTRAL — Last year Gil Math- We are dedicated to providing ef- Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi, Ala- erne of GM Cable was named Cen- ficient, cost-effective facilities that bama, and Florida, and sometimes tral’s Entrepeneur of the Year with generate superior performance and states as far as Pennsylvania and special recognition to Michelle reliability, and we have established Missouri. At times, the company Matherne of Myco-Com. a reputation for meeting and often accepts international business.” Company Profile. “Our compa- exceeding our customers’ expecta- Company Founder. “Gil Math- ny’s mission is to continually strive tions.” erne, a Central resident for 35 years, to improve the standards of quality Company Services. “GM Cable incorporated the business in 1984. in an ever-changing world of com- provides our customers with LAN/ Through the years, he guided the munications and broad-band tech- WAN design and engineering; business from a one-man shop to a nology through cabling, outside CCTV/Video surveillance; voice, company with over 70 employees. construction, and network design. data, and video networks; direc- His hard work and determination; We do this by providing consum- tional boring; outside plant design as well as the commitment of his er-driven services and support that and construction; fiber optic design wife Michelle, the controller of the deliver value to our customers. and installation; aerial construc- company; their son, the outside tion, and on-site employees for construction project manager; their manpower contracts. Our exten- daughter, a CPA and assistant con- GM Cable Contractors sive customer base includes univer- troller; their son-in-law, an RCDD 9232 Joor Road sities, community colleges, public and project manager; a very talent- Central, Louisiana and private schools, state govern- ed, knowledgeable general manag- 225-261-9800 ment, municipalities, and plants er who is also an RCDD; and an es- and hospitals. Our vehicles serve See COMPANY on Page 27 Scott Martel and Brad McFearin CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012 27 Company Brings Jobs, Commerce to Central

Gil Matherne and Shawn Piper. Myco-Com general manager Gerald Harding. Founders Michelle and Gil Matherne.

Continued from Page 26 of the largest telecommunications of a business. It is noteworthy that many community-wide events, timator with years of service under companies in the region. Longev- GM Cable has 10 employees with Central’s public and private his belt have teamed with all the ity of employment is usually a key more than 10 years of service and schools, and area churches. GM GM Cable family to become one factor in determining the strength another 12 employees with more Cable has donated equipment and than five years of service.” man-power to remove debris from Overview. “Not only does GM Central homes after hurricanes and Cable have an outstanding repu- storms and donates to many causes Pat’s Hardware Has 38,000 sf tation in the telecommunications on a regular basis.” industry, but affiliated companies “Over the years, GM Cable Con- Myco-Com, Inc. and GMAC, LLC tractors, Inc. has worked hard to Facility to Serve City of Central can hold their own in their respec- establish itself as one of the most tive fields. The company has more trusted contractors in the state of than 50 vehicles on the road, and Louisiana. They take pride in the the majority of the fuel purchased company and the Central commu- comes from here in Central, help- nity.” ing Central remain strong and “GM Cable has an outstanding prosperous. GM Cable is known reputation in its field of work, in around the community for its vari- large part because of its highly- ous charitable contributions. The trained employees who stand by company has been a supporter of the company and its values.”

Jeannie Blackmon, Beverly Johnston, and Carl Martin Continued from Page 23 make sure all of our customers, no matter who they are, are always new line of contractor grade paint taken care of. We pride ourselves products, and many new hardware on providing excellent customer items,” Mr. Vince said. “At the service,” Mr. Vince said. “Put original store, we were a hardware yourself in the customer’s shoes,” Complete store. With the building of the new he says, “and do what you know is store, we became a home center.” right.” Telecommunications With the growth, success, and Currently, Pat’s Home Cen- development of the St. Francisville ter employs 50 plus employees in location, Pat was able to expand three different locations including Services his business into Central seven outside salesman at each location. years ago. In Central, Kevin Dupuy, store • Telephone System Installation & Service Today Pat’s Home Center has a manager; Michelle Estave, assis- 20,000-square-foot showroom and tant manager; Jason Drury, inslde • Paging Systems a 18,000-square-foot warehouse in sales, and the helpful and knowl- • Hospital Nurse Call Systems Central. The store has hunting sup- edge staff are always willing to plies, household items, barbeque help you with anything you need • School Intercom and Bell Systems pits, gift iems, specialty millworks, or looking for. • Data and Voice Cabling and so much more. Whether it’s a new construction Throughout the years, Pat Vince or remodeling job, or just maintain- • CCTV Installation and Service has prided himself on being able to ing a beautiful home, Pat’s Home • Fiber Optic Cabling System meet the needs of an ever-expand- Center has been serving their cus- ing customer base in this area. tomers for 28 years, including sev- • New Installation Consulting “I’ve always made it a point to en years here in Central! • Directional Boring

9232 Joor Road • Baton Rouge, LA 70818 225.261.2666 www.myco-com.biz 28 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012 Will Easley’s Secrets to Success In a Down Economy, yourself takes a lot of hard work and commitment. It was nothing Opportunities Exist for Will and Dot for me to work 60 hours a week. Easley start- You have to put your business first, Hard Hat Businesses ed a business and that can be very tough on your in their own family. Your family has to totally In Baton Rouge Area backyard in support you.” Central 39 “I don’t believe in debt. If you CENTRAL — Today, Trade Con- can save your money and start in struction Company is one of Cen- years ago. It business without going into debt, tral’s largest and most successful stayed in their that will be a tremendous advan- businesses, but it hasn’t always backyard until tage. Small business almost al- been that way. Will and Dot Easley 2005. Today ways fails because of debt. It you and their partners founded Trade it is a multi- can possibly avoid it, don’t go into Construction in Will’s shop behind million dollar debt.” his house on Denham Road in 1973. enterprise “Start slow and don’t expand Today, Will has retired from the too fast. Take each step logically business, and it is in the able hands with more without extending yourself finan- of his son Brennen and daughter than 110 cially. Treat your customers right Andi. The business itself has sales employees. and build trust. After awhile, some in the eight figures and counts as its of our customers got to where they clients some of the world’s largest would pay us for a full year in ad- companies, such as ExxonMobil, Hospital in New Orleans clinging self, especially here in the Baton vance. When you develop that Williams Pipeline, BASF, Turner to life. Rouge area with our industrial base kind of trust from your clients, you Industries, and James Construc- Will was able to leave the farm and our connections to the oil and have the cash to expand without tion. Trade Construction has a and studied to be a civil engineer. gas business. going into debt.” 30,000 square foot facility on Joor He was working for a big company And Will says you don’t have to “Find a niche that no one else Road, and the business continues but it went bankrupt. So, in 1973, have a college degree to succeed. is filling and fill it yourself. Do to grow. he and some friends decided to go “I believe in education, but I something you enjoy.” It’s a far cry from where Will Ea- into business for themselves. also know that I’ve had a whole “Find good people to work with sley started out — living in a two- Will was able to buy his partners lot of great people working with you. Get to know your people. room house in St. Helena Parish out in 1996. By 1998, his sales me that never went to college. I Watch them and see who excels. with his parents and four siblings reached the $4 million mark. wouldn’t trade them for anyone Treat them with respect. They will and without electricity. When Will Will says that even with a down else,” he said. look out for you. Finding good was a boy, his dad was near death economy, there are still opportuni- “My advice is you have to un- people will be the key to your suc- and spent months in the Charity ties to get into business for your- derstand that being in business for cess. People are your business.” Brennen Easley Seeks Seat on GOP Body CENTRAL — Trade Construction state Republican Party, from House Company president/CEO Brennen District 65, Subdistrict B. The dis- Hard Hat Easley is sick and tired of the con- trict includes the northern part of stant attacks on business coming the House District from Washington, and he’s deter- represented by Clif Edition mined to do something about it. Richardson. Easley, the son of Will and Dot Easley, a conser- Next Edition June 14, 2012 GUIDEGUIDE Easley, is a candidate for the Re- vative, is opposed publican State Central Committee by Billy Thomp- ToSee advertise, Pages 5-12call 225-261-5055Inside • Great Central Businesses! in the election March 24, 2012. son. Absentee vot- Coming Soon: www.thehardhat.us Central will elect a member of ing will begin this “Like” Hard Hat on Facebook.com the committee, which governs the Brennen Easley Saturday.

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Cajun Cypress, located at 14251 Brown Road, has built a nationwide reputation for quality and service over the past 30 years. BAKER — For 30 years, the Mc- “old cypress” look. One of the outdoor wood projects need some They custom plane and mill Adams family has been supplying areas they have become experts attention, before doing anything lumber to individual specs. contractors and individuals with in is exterior finishes. They have check with Cajun Cypress to get Next time you need lumber beautiful cypress lumber, beams, gained this knowledge from years it done right the first time. or advice for any wood working heart pine flooring, and more. of personally trying products and They also offer all types of lum- project, be sure and check with They treat everyone as family perfecting the applications. ber for people who enjoy building this local family and get the at- from the walk-in customer pur- If your doors, fences, or other their own furniture and crafts. tention you deserve. chasing one board to the contractor building a 24,000-square-foot home in Houston or from the family building a summer home in the Bahamas to the individual Providing the highest building right here in Central. quality Cypress and Their goal with every customer service to South is to help him get the best possible product for the best value. Louisiana for 28 years! General manager Wes McAd- ams said, “I try to give people as many options as possible to help create the best looking living space and to do it the most cost effective way. It’s very satisfying when a customer comes in with an idea, and we can show them a way to do it better and less expensive than they ever anticipated.” Cajun Cypress has several Specializing In Cy p r e ss Lu m b e r , products they have innovated to Be a m s An d En g i n e e r e d cost less than sheetrock! They custom cut new cypress He a r t Pi n e Fl o o r i n g . beams up to 34’ long and even offer to distress them to create the

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14251 Brown Road • Baker, Louisiana 70714 225.261.4166 • www.cajuncypress.com A pergola is an Italian arbor. 30 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012 The Hard Hat • Central Guide to Trade

DEMCO LINEMEN (left to right) are Dentory Lee, Beau Caston, crew leader Shane Pendarvis, and Mark Phillips. DEMCO’s crew risks their lives to keep Central “pow- ered up” in good times and in bad. Big H Temperature Control Martin Mechanical Air Service Inc Conditioning Contractors, Inc. 2850 Needham Dr, 928-3644 930-7676 Bordelon’s Heating & Air Mathes Mechanical Heating & Air 9570 Dyer Rd, 241-7332 16701 Pernicia, 262-4090 Boudreaux Heating & Air Inc Mike Robinson Enterprises 261-3900 261-4800 Cain’s Heating & Air Conditioning Moak’s Heating & Air Conditioning 16421 Alford, 261-7575 11116 Sullivan, 261-0145 Cavalier AC & Heating Service Paternostro’s Air Conditioning 5983 Landmor Dr 10349 Mammoth Dr, 261-1000 A contract crew from CA-PAR Electric, 262-5584 Ram Heating & Air Conditioning Kevin Corkern cutting mirror Inc. installing a pole on Wax Road. Central Heating & Air 10145 Mammoth Av for Integrity Glass 923-2677 THE HARD HAT GUIDE 8565 N Rome Dr, 262-1186 www.acadiana-group.com Central City A/C & Electric Summit Heating & Air Inc. B & B Manufacturing Co Inc To update information, email 22822 Greenwell Springs [email protected] 13623 Hooper Rd Ste H 15053 Greenwell Springs 261-6912 262-4505 261-8950 Tempco Air & Heat Air Conditioning & Heating Confederate Heating & Air Big Jim Construction 12025 Sullivan Rd, 261-5000 10945 Glenn Watts, 261-5054 262-7949 Aabco Heating & Air Conditioning Industrial Cooling Tower Service BLD Builders Inc 15123 Hooper, 261-2160 15868 Hooper Rd, 261-3180 Appliances 6858 Micah’s Way, 261-5222 Air Control Heating & Air LLC Kaiser Heating & Air Inc Stanton’s Appliances Carl’s Cabinets LLC 14065 Denham Rd, 261-9744 7638 Frontier Ave, 261-8474 2450 N. Sherwood Forest 14327 Devall Road, 261-6050 [email protected] Lasseign’s Heating & A/C 275-6220 Central Metal & Aluminum Alan Watts Service Inc 261-4893 www.stantonsappliance.com 261-6105 7360 Tom Dr, 928-2087 Magee Inc Central Roofing & Painting [email protected] 15021 Crystal, 261-8020 Appliance Repair 12226 Partridgewood Alpha Air Martin L Johnson Service Co, Inc 278-5619 Greenwell Springs, 261-5843 355-5149 Mark’s Appliance Repair Charles Viola Construction LLC - 261-2270 General Contractor [email protected] 21424 Greenwell Springs www.marksappliancerepair.com 261-6649 Gafford Builders Asphalt 13310 Wood Creek, 261-6185 Louisiana Asphalt Producers [email protected] 14200 Sparkle, 456-5065 DeFreitas Joey Construction 278-7746 Firmin Construction Building Supplies 9811 Mammoth Ave, 928-8433 Acoustical Specialties & Supply J Watts Builders Welcomes 12434 South Choctaw, 272-9545 27053 Greenwell Springs Cajun Cypress & Hardwoods 261-4174 14251 Brown Rd, 261-4166 Jenkins Gene Restoration www.cajuncypress.com 6611 Donnybrook Ave, 261-6765 Contemporary Cabinets Magnolia Construction Co LLC 12228 Hooper Rd, 262-1184 2654 Mission Dr, 355-7787 Cornerstone Commercial Flooring Mid-South Church Construction 10125 Mammoth Ave, 270-0749 17123 Hooper Rd, 261-5622 Pat’s Home Center Montgomery Builders 13533 Hooper Rd, 262-8685 9437-C Sullivan Rd past photos we could us Pat’s Home Center Shutter Shop The 262-2532 7248 Sullivan Rd, 261-7111 Nunnally Pollard Development LLC 7666 Highway 61 460 Florida Blvd Ste 16 Cabinets & Millwork 757-1970 St. Francisville, LA 70775 Plant Machine Works Inc. All Star Cabinets & Millworks 4633 Blount Rd (225) 635‐4523 15406 Frenchtown Rd, 261-6296 775-7163 B&B Cabinets Quality Design Inc Carrying a complete line of Nutrena® 15053 Greenwell Springs 683-9091 or 324-7830 261-8950 R Crenshaw Construction Inc products including Poultry, Pet and Equine! Cajun Cypress & Hardwoods 261-2437or 324-3866 14251 Brown Rd, 261-4166 [email protected] www.cajuncypress.com RCS Construction & Remodeling Carl’s Cabinets LLC 15111 Hubbs Rd, 772-3835 14327 Devall Rd, 261-6050 SouthEast Construction Come see us for In‐store Central Flooring & Cabinets 223-2953 8849 Sullivan, 590-5225 Spicer Construction Inc. Contemporary Cabinets 7550 N Eisworth Ave, 647-3636 coupons and SAVE! 12228 Hooper Rd, 262-1184 In The Village at Daigle Cabinets Magnolia Square 18082 Planchet Rd, 261-5344 Trade Construction Gary’s Woodworks 17043 Joor Rd, 654-7741 262-6035 www.tradeconstruction.com Precision Cabinets Summers Rd, 261-4193 Contractors Quality Design Inc. 638-9091 or 324-7830 BLD Builders Ron’s Custom Cabinets 6858 Micah’s Way, 261-5222 23838 Greenwell Springs, 261-0116 Central Erectors Inc $8.79/ $12.69 $15.75 $7.99/ Signature Custom Cabinets 261-5991 bag /bag Fetzer Properties bag 4123 Evan Brooks, 275-5345 /bag Teed & Son Cabinets 343-3844 15058 Frenchtown Rd, 261-8258 www.fetzerproperties.com Gourrier Construction Co These sale prices are good at Pat’s Home Construction & 18176 Greenwell Springs Construction Services 261-1681 Center only. Oﬀer expires March 31, 2012. Grady Crawford Construction Co Acadiana Constructors 12290 Greenwell Springs Magnolia Bridge Rd 275-7334 261-9365 © 2012, Cargill Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2011 31 & Industry: Your Local Business Source

CUSTOM METAL WORKS — Clifford George (in blue shirt in photo at right) founded Custom Metal Works on Christian principles and has seen his business grow from a backyard business to a thriving enterprise with major clients across the country. Shown working are (left photo) welder Thomas Adams and (right photo) Jonathan Glaviano. Hartley Construction Paragon Fire Home Improvements 262-2327 13394 Devall Rd,262-6488 12333 Hampton Village, 261-6035 Falcon Randy [email protected] Landmark Enterprises 454-2961 261-6600 Glass Windows Lloyd’s Home Maintenance Metal Buildings Pierre Home Builders & Properties Integrity Glass 17158 Pincherry Patten’s Metal Express 21890 Chaney Rd., Zachary 936-7652 11000 Burgess Ave, 791-7791 279-7578 8931 Greenwell Springs Road 261-7440 Professional Builders & Professional Builders & Home Improvements LLC Home Improvements LLC See THE HARD on Page 32 262-2327 [email protected] Rabalais Homes LLC 931-0478 www.rabalaishomes.com Starkey Builders LLC 9656 Joor Rd, 262-2278 Ted Hebert LLC 14430 Brown, 261-1015 WCK Foundation Repair 262-1588

Dirt Work Adam’s Dirt Work 937-4682 Central Lawn & Tractor 573-5187 General Sand & Gravel Co Inc 19280 Greenwell Springs 261-3953 Red Line Services, LLC 324-1530 Drywall Amedee-Rivet Drywall 13829 Red River Ave, 262-0211 Electric Contractors A & B Electrical Contractors Inc 14919 Hooper Rd, 261-9087 Armco Electric Inc 14635 Summers Rd, 262-1116 Central Electric Co LLC 10015 Sullivan Rd, 261-0370 City Electric 261-8228 D & L Electric 9109 GS-Port Hudson Rd 658-0212 Home Care 261-9335 L & T Contractors 262-8169 Linx Electric 13016 Joor Rd, 261-4583 Metro Electric 261-5535 P&M Electric 14623 Greenwell Springs 261-2477 Parish Electric Inc 7314 Conestoga Dr, 261-7852 Rebel Electric 12025 Sullivan, 261-6400 Triple T Electric Inc 27963 Greenwell Springs, 261-6129 Ty Electric 13974 Tech Dr., 261-4591

Equipment Rental & Sales Central Hitch & Equipment 18540 Greenwell Springs, 261-9030 Central Outdoor Power Sales 9156 Joor Rd, 261-8021 Dennis Stewart Equipment Rental Inc 6810 Joor Rd, 928-7263 Fire Protection Expert Fire Protection 16538 Teneiya, 261-0229 32 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 8, 2012 The Hard Hat • Central Guide to Trade & Industry Continued from Page 31 Telecommunications Oil & Gas Companies GM Cable Contractors Inc Evergreen Energy Co 9232 Joor Rd, 261-9800 8455 N Rome, 261-4580 www.gmcable.com Grady Crawford Construction Co. Painters 12290 Greenwell Springs, 275-7334 Myco-Com Inc. Falcon Randy 9232 Joor Rd., 261-2666 454-2961 Keith Reynerson, LLC Topsoil 11670 Blackwater Rd Central Lawn & Tractor LLC 261-8887 15550 Joor Rd, 573-5187 Double S Trucking Plumbing Contractors/Services 15895 Frenchtown Rd AAA Septic Tank Service 937-0053 12275 Core Ln, 261-2135 General Sand & Gravel Co Inc Baton Rouge Plumbing 19280 Greenwell Springs 262-0406 261-3953 Bennett Plumbing LLC Jeff Martin Trucking 10247 Mammoth Ave, 935-2288 13599 Blackwater Rd, 921-1010 Boitnott Plumbing Co, LLC. Mark Watson Trucking 22517 Greenwell Springs Rd 17728 Heartland, 262-0961 261-9752 McBride Trucking Co Cajun Plumbing Inc 261-1323 272-4390 Trucking Central Plumbing Co Inc 7000 Greenwell Springs Rd Buddy’s Trucking 925-8552 16919 Pernecia GS, 335-3138 Central Sewer Service Jeff Martin Trucking 261-5970 13599 Blackwater Rd, 921-1010 Dave-Co Plumbing McBride Trucking Co 262-1234 12021 Sullivan Rd, 261-1323 Lefleur’s Plumbing 25351 Greenwell Springs Truck Driving School 261-2751 Coastal Truck Driving School Leblanc Plumbing Service Inc 2064 N Flannery Rd 261-8916 800-286-8066 Louis Mechanical 9634 Mammoth Dr, 927-6520 Utilities Maggio’s Plumbing Co 5912 Elm Grove Rd, 261-4326 DEMCO Mayeaux Plumbing Co Inc Men working on the new School Complex 16262 Wax Rd, 261-1177 8324 Athens Ave, 927-8886 www.demco.org Mr. Rooter Plumbing Sun Rise Roofing Schools — Business & Technical Central District, 261-1596 262-5506 11353 Greenwell Springs Credit Dept, 261-1177 Plumbco Mechanical 272-2181 Delta College of Arts & After Hours Outages/ 261-6025 Technology Emergency Service, 261-1160 Sunshine Plumbling & Backflow Safety Equipment 7380 Exchange Pl Headquarters, 261-1221 262-2322 928-7770 Entergy Tiger Plumbing PriceCo Supply LLC Louisiana Technical College www.entergy.com 11247 Sullivan, 262-2510 15151 Greenwell Springs 3250 N Acadian E, 359-9201 Customer Service, 800-368-3749 262-6245 Electric Outages, 800-968-8243 Remodeling [email protected] Septic Services Call Before You Dig RV Cams 800-272-3020 Integrity Services 8889 Sullivan Rd Ste C AAA Septic Tank Service Gas District #1 9661 Trails End, 262-5694 261-7815, www.rvcams.com 12275 Core Ln, 261-2135 10633 Zachary-Deerford Rd Professional Builders & Central Sewer Service 654-4020 Home Improvements LLC Sand & Gravel 261-5970 Emergencies, 654-5202 262-2327 High Ten Services Parish Water Co [email protected] Buddy’s Trucking 15123 Hooper Rd, 261-2160 8755 Goodwood Blvd, 952-7688 RCS Construction & Remodeling 335-3138 Sunshine Plumbling & Backflow After Hours, 926-3055 15111 Hubbs Rd., 772-3835 Cowan J K Sr Contractor 262-2322 20654 Greenwell Springs Ted Hebert LLC Welding Roofing 261-4222 14430 Brown Rd, 262-7594 Dennis Stewart Equipment Rental I D Welding Alvin Ballard Roofing 6810 Joor Rd, 928-7263 Steel Erectors 18750 Greenwell Springs 261-7555 921-8102 Double S Trucking Central Erectors Blanco’s Roofing & Sheet Metal, LLC 15895 Frenchtown Rd 261-5991 Welding Equipment Repair 13653 Devall Rd. 937-0053 262-1980 General Sand & Gravel Co Inc Swimming Pools Torch Repair Central Roofing 19280 Greenwell Springs 261-7715 262-0164 or 964-0394 261-3953 Central Pools Inc. Professional Builders & Jeff Martin Trucking 12522 Greenwell Springs, 272-1800 Home Improvements LLC 13599 Blackwater Rd, 921-1010 Wholesale Pools 262-2327 McBride Trucking 17037 Magnolia Bridge, 261-2001 [email protected] 261-1323 Wholesale Pools & Supplies 13581 Hooper Rd., 261-9665

The Best Price In Roofing & Sheet Metal Services Blanco’s Roofing & Sheet Metal LLC Serving Central and the Surrounding Area Since 1990 Our Top Priority Is Your Complete Satisfaction COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL 262-1980 Fax 262-1981 • www.blancosroofing.com [email protected] 13653 Devall Road • Central, LA 70818