Everything for Women GUIDE Commercial Development at Village at Magnolia Square a New Business Destination for Women

General Excellence Louisiana Press Association CENTRALCENTRAL CITYCITY National Newspaper Assn. EverythingEverything forfor WomenWomen GUIDEGUIDE ® ® See Pages 5-12 Inside • Great Central Businesses! NNEWSEWS& The Leader Thursday, February 9, 2012 • Vol. 15, No. 3 • 16 Pages • Circulation 11,000 • www.centralcitynews.us • Phone 225-261-5055 Village at Magnolia Square Rabalais Brings Quality Retail To Lovett Road Central’s Top Homebuilder Begins Retail Construction Woody Jenkins Editor, Central City News

CENTRAL — Central’s leading homebuilder, Steve Rabalais, has built more homes in Central in recent years than any other homebuilder, but now he’s entered the commercial construction field. He showed off his work last Photo by Woody Jenkins Woody by Photo week at the grand opening of the first retail stores and offices at the Village at Magnolia Square. Coach Doug Dotson Steve Rabalais’ retail and commercial development at Village at Magnolia Square See A NEW on Page 5 See COUNTRY LIVING on Page 2 P&Z Kills Triple B Townhouses Contractor Steve Rabalais CENTRAL — After hearing from a Hills subdivision. The project by nents. He cited density which he packed house last Thursday night, Brandon Dotson would have put said was too high density, inad- Festival of Two Rivers the Central Planning & Zoning 20 townhouses on 3.5 acres of land equate roads, sewerage problems, Giant Auction Commission unanimously killed on Triple B Drive. and drainage problems. 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11 a proposed townhouse develop- Resident R. J. Saucier summa- The project was also rejected St. Alphonsus Church ment at the entrance to Comite rized the feelings of many oppo- last year. Col. Lawrence McLeary: No. 2 in Sheriff’s Office Former Trooper Heads Criminal Division for Sid CENTRAL — With 36 years in law enforcement, Col. Lawrence McLeary has seen it all. Now, as the No. 2 man in the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office, he will have a much greater role in the fight against crime. McLeary has been appointed chief of the Criminal Division of the Sheriff’s Office and second in command to Sheriff Sid Gautreaux. McLeary said he hopes to break through the “wall of silence” that

keeps residents of crime-filled Jenkins Woody by Photo See SHERIFF on Page 3 COL. LAWRENCE McLEARY (right) has been appointed Chief of the Criminal Divison by Sheriff Sid Gautreaux (right). 2 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, February 9, 2012

CENTRAL CITY NEWS® and The Leader • Vol. 15, No. 3 No. 312 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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Country Living in the City U. S. Sen. David Vitter announced new Highway Bill at Press Club Monday. Vitter Legislation Could Aid Hooper Bridge showed the Hooper Road bridge in improvements to Central, will mother, the late Camille Kennard. Woody Jenkins as the most important remaining indeed change the way Central is Donald Ray and Miss Camille Editor, Central City News highway project in the Capital Re- viewed in the Baton Rouge area. passed away last year. gion. Together with our great school The Kennard family has been a CENTRAL — Sen. David Vitter The projections show the bridge system and low crime rate, out- role model of selfless dedication told the Baton Rouge Press Club would serve 26,000 cars a day and standing residential communities to the Central community, and we Monday he is introducing a new save motorists 1.7 million driving like the Village at hope this small tribute will encour- Federal Highway Bill that will hours a year. Magnolia Square age everyone here to remember have bipartisan support, and that For Central, the new bridge will put Central their service to Central. bill could have an important im- could relieve some of the conges- on the map. HHH pact on Central. tion which overwhelms Greenwell HHH Trevor Sansone, the Central The funds appropriated by the Springs Road, Sullivan Road, and New Christian Flash, was honored on the cover bill could make the difference and Wax Road every morning and ev- School. The new of the Central Community Di- provide funding for a new bridge ery afternoon. Christian school rectory. Trevor set the all-time over the Amite River, linking We should get behind Sen. Vitter in Central con- state 5A high school record in Hooper Road to Hwy. 16 in Watson. and his efforts to send more of our tinues to grow. the 55-yard dash. Even more “Earmarks” are a thing of the federal gasoline tax dollars back to Woody Jenkins Rev. Tony Spell, important, he is a role model for past, Vitter said. So there is no Louisiana. HHH the pastor at Life Tabernacle, 9323 every young person in Central. way to dedicate the funds to the Hooper Road, said new students By the way, Trevor is running Hooper Road bridge. But that’s Steve Rabalais’ new retail and are registering for the Fall semester for the LSU track team. Last a good thing, because the funds commercial development at the Vil- daily. The school, Apostolic Truth weekend, he competed for the Ti- will go to the State Department of lage at Magnolia Square is indeed Academy, has students from pre-K gers in the Armory Track & Field Transportation & Development for impressive. Rabalais is bringing to 12th grade. It uses the Abeka Meet at Columbia University in use in accordance with the High- quality residential and commercial curriculum. New York City. He ran the 60-yard way Priority Plan. development to Central and is to Tuition is only $1,500 a year. dash in 6.87, finishing 21st out of The Hooper Road bridge is al- be commended for the high stan- Rev. Spell said parents who are 140 collegiate competitors. He is ready in the Highway Priority dard he is setting. interested in learning more should rapidly developing into one of the Plan, although down the list. The The same should be said of Vil- drop by the school office and pick best sprinters in the country. Trev- key is to get DOTD to take a look lage at Magnolia Square develop- up an informational packet. The or will run at home next Friday, at the project and reevaluate its im- ers Jimmy Nunnally and Steele deadline for enrolling for the Fall Feb. 17 at the LSU Twilight Meet. portance. A recent traffic study by Pollard. The 185-acre project, is May 25. The phone number is the Baton Rouge Area Chamber www.centralcitynews.us® © 2012 Central Community Directory & Yellow Pages ® which should bring $170 million 262-4636 for the church or 485- City of Central 7833 for the school. 2012 Yellow Pages HHH Published by the Central City News Central City News’ 2012 Publication Schedule The 2012 Central Commu- nity Directory & Yellow Pages January 2012 - July 2012 - 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month is complete and being distributed Yellow Pages Yellow & Deadline: 5 p.m. Thursday seven days before publication throughout Central. To get your Pages Yellow & copy, go to virtually any retail lo- August 2012 - December 2012 - Every Thursday cation in Central and pick one up. from August 9, 2012 through December 20, 2012 The directory has four parts: 1) Deadline: 5 p.m. Friday the week before publication the Community Pages, 2) Business Profiles, 3) White Pages, an alpha- Thursday, Feb. 23 Central Business Awards Thursday, June 28 Central Home Edition betical listing of all residences and Thursday, March 8 Hard Hat Edition Thursday, July 12 Health and Fitness Guide businesses, and 3) Yellow Pages, Thursday, March 22 Cookin’ in Central Thursday, Aug. 9 Back-to-School Edition which include all businesses in Thursday, April 12 Health and Fitness Guide Thursday, Sept. 6 Central Football Preview Central. Trevor Sansone, Central High School Thursday, April 26 Festival of Two Rivers Thursday, Oct. 4 Health & Fitness Guide Sets All-Time Louisiana High School This year’s Central Community Record in Indoor 55-Meter Dash Thursday, May 10 Graduation Edition Thursday, Nov. 22 Christmas Gift Guide Directory is dedicated to the late Photo by Woody Jenkins • Central City News Central Community Directory

Central Community Directory Entire Contents © 2012 Thursday, May 23 Professional Services Thursday, Nov. 29 Central Christmas Parade State Rep. Donald Ray Kennard, Thursday, June 14 Outdoor Guide for Men his father, the late Justice of the Trevor Sansone on the cover of the Peace Sterling Kennard, and his Central Community Directory

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Sheriff’sContinued from Page 1 New Pride Substation neighborhoods from reporting what they know to law enforcement. “We need more community in- volvement,” McLeary said, “and we need to encourage people to come forward. Fear is the biggest factor. The majority of the people in neighborhoods where crime is a serious problem are good people, but they are afraid.” McLeary was a Chicago police- man for four years before moving south in 1978. He was a State Trooper from 1979 until he retired in 2008. He served at Troop A, Troop L, and the Governor’s Man- sion. He worked the highways of the state and later in Internal Affairs, Riverboat gambling regulation, and as a public information officer. His wife is an attorney for the State Police, and he has three sons, including one in the U. S. Army. NEW CHIEF DEPUTY Col. Lawrence McLeary (left). McLeary is chief of the Criminal Division of the Sheriff’s Office. At right, McLeary’s father served in World Sheriff Sid Gautreaux introduced Richard Harris, new commander of the Sheriff’s Chaneyville-Pride Substation. War II and the family had “a very orderly home,” he said. That’s one He recalled one day as a child play- things for granted. We have too reason he said he was drawn to law ing in a friend’s back yard. He said many single-parent households, and enforcement. “For me, it was either a curse word. The friend’s mother not many young people go to church serve in the military or law enforce- heard him and gave him a spanking. on Sunday morning. When I was a ment. It gave me a chance to be part “Then she called my dad, and he boy, everyone I knew was in church of something larger than myself and gave me a spanking too!” he said. on Sunday morning,” he said. to feel like I could contribute to so- “Today, young people are very McLeary said we must build ciety,” he said. technologically advanced. They strong families and strong neigh- Col. McLeary expressed concern have far more opportunities than borhoods, and law enforcement must do its job. about the direction of society today. we did. Yet, sometimes they take HHH RIBBON- Sheriff Sid Gautreaux has inau- Central. The commander is Capt. CUTTING gurated a new substation serving Richard Harris. The building was CEREMONY Chaneyville-Pride and northeast donated by Exxon. — Sheriff Sid Gautreaux cuts the ribbon for the new Sheriff’s Office substation for Chaneyville- Pride. Shown are Stephanie Cargile of Exxon, EBR Supt. John Dilworth, and Randy Lamana. 4 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, February 9, 2012 Festival of Two Rivers Auction Saturday and much more. St. Alphonsus Church There’s also the $10,000 Raffle. Tickets are $100 and give the pur- 4th Annual Festival’s chaser a chance to win $10,000. It admits two adults for a great night Taste of Central Event of entertainment. CENTRAL — St. Alphonsus Festi- Ticket prices are $20 in advance; val of Two Rivers has invited the $25 at the door, and the $100 raffle Central community to its 4th An- ticket, which admits two adults. nual Auction and A Taste of Cen- Something new has been added tral on Saturday, Feb. 11, 6 p.m. in — a babysitting service — for ages the Family Center, 14040 Green- 3 to 12. If interested in the ser- well Springs Road. vice, call the school at 261-5299 The auction helps fund the Fes- or the church office at 261-4650 to tival of Two Rivers in May. register a child. The charge is $5 This year’s auction promises per child. The children will enjoy to be an evening filled with food, pizza and movies. For information fun, and fellowship. There will be or to purchase tickets, contact the food vendors from around the area church office at 261-4650. preparing their favorite entrees and desserts to sample and a cash bar. Dr. Laura Cassidy The event will include a silent and live auction with a number of items to bid on, ranging from va- To Speak Before cations, jewelry, a church parking spot, first car in SAS car pool line, The Festival of Two Rivers will be held April 27-29 at St. Alphonsus Church. Republican Women CENTRAL — “For the Love of God, Country and Republican Women” is the theme of the Republican Cookin’ in Central Set March 23-24 at New Site Women of Central’s Feb. 15 Lun- CENTRAL — The City of Central’s • Friday, March 23 — Crawfish tests for jambalaya, fried turkey, cheon at Sammy’s Grill. RWC’s premier fundraising event, Cook- boil starting at 5 p.m.; performance couchon de lait, pork roast, bris- guest speaker will be Dr. Laura ing’ in Central, will be held Friday, by the Navy Brass Band from 5 to ket, and barbeque chicken with Cassidy, retired Breast Disease and March 23 and Saturday, March 24 7 p.m.; dance with music by Car- celebrity judges, silent auction, Cancer physician, former Chief of at their new location, 10305 Black- bon Copy Band from 7 to 9 p.m., live auction, progressive auction, Surgery for Earl K. Long Hospital, water Road. and two progressive auctions. $10,000 raffle (tickets available and wife of U.S. Rep. Bill Cassidy. The event has raised over $1 mil- • Saturday, March 24, 10 a.m. at any Central school, Chamber of Also speaking will be Roxanne Alonzo Atkinson, Central school lion in the last six years, much of to 3 p.m. — Opening ceremony to Commerce, or Ross Tire), games board member and local fitness which has benefitted local schools. include official All-Service Color for kids, and food and fun for the mentor, who will provide an update This year’s event will benefit the Guard of the U.S. Armed Forces, whole family. For information, on the progress of the new school Disabled Veterans Fund, the Cen- dedication of permanent flag pole visit www.CookingInCentral.com. construction projects. tral Community Assistance Foun- to all veterans, live entertainment Entries for the cook-off are due by Cost for the meeting will be $15 dation, and all Central schools. all day provided by local schools March 14, and entry forms can be for renewing members of RWC and Schedule of events includes: and private groups, cook-off con- found on the website. $20 for guests and non-members.

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Central’s Everything for Women GUIDE Commercial Development at Village at Magnolia Square A New Business Destination for Women

New retail and commercial development by Steve Rabalais Wall Decor & More in Rabalais’ development at Village at Magnolia Square

CENTRAL — Steve Rabalais un- • Wall Decor & More, home struction later in the spring on veiled his new retail and com- furnishings and drapes (Mia Phase II of retail and commercial mercial development at the Vil- Townsend). development. It will include a lage at Magnolia Square on Lovett All of the businesses participat- town market with specialty meats, Road last Thursday night. The ed in the Open House, and more cheese, and fresh produce; a full 6,300-square-foot development than 200 local business people and restaurant; salon and spa, and two will be the home for five businesses: Village residents passed through. offices. The offices could include a • Rabalais Homes, LLC (Steve At the event, there were lots of title company and a sales office for Rabalais) compliments for Rabalais and the the Village at Magnolia Square. • Bourg Insurance (Brennan new businesses which have located The Village is a 185-acre, $170 Bourg) in his development. Without ques- million development, which will • Edward Jones, money man- tion, the construction sets a high include residential and commer- agement and investments (Daniel standard for retail and commercial cial. The first 20 homes have al- Newman) developments in Central. ready been built. They range from Village at Magnolia Square developers Rabalais said he will start con- $295,000 to $650,000. Steele Pollard and Jimmy Nunnally • B&K Mortgage (Ritha Milton)

Five new businesses have opened at Steve Rabalais retail development. Bourg Insurance family includes Brad Bourg, Angel Phenald, Brennan Bourg, Bert Bourg, and Chuck LeBlanc. 6 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, February 9, 2012 Central Office Park Opens 1st Stage

BONE MARKETING includes Brockwell and Chris Bone and Morgan Hutchinson. WAYNE CLARK REALTY includes Wayne Clark, Robin Deshotels, and Cathy Craddock

DICK AND Bonnie SHAFFETT have developed Central Office Park. ATTORNEY Walton Barnes with wife Betsy and attorney Rahim Smith. Dick Shaffett Opens Central Office Park CENTRAL — Local developer Dick Welcome ... Shaffett held grand opening ceremonies last week for the Central Office Park at 12628 Hooper Road. Officially opening their businesses were: • Attorney Walton (Ti) Barnes • Brockwell Bone of Bone Mar- keting and ABC Print, and • Wayne Clark Realty Ceremonies were also held at Shaffett’s family home located next door to the Office Park for: • The Looking Glass Beauty Lounge, which is owned by Shaun- telle Fisher. Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union is Shaffett said this is just the first now located just minutes away in Watson! stage of the Central Office Park. Additional offices will be added in SHAUNTELL FISHER has opened Looking for a LOW rate credit card? the future, he said. The Looking Glass Beauty Lounge. Apply for Telco’s VISA GOLD CARD as low as 6.9% APR* Transfer your other balances for a lower rate (SAVE MONEY) — NO transfer fees! Anyone in the East Baton Rouge, Livingston, and St. Helena Parishes can join!

Visit www.brtelco.org • Call (225) 924-8900 Corner of Amite Church Road & Hwy. 16, Denham Springs *Quoted rate as of January 1, 2012. All rates are subject to change (not guaranteed) at any time without notice and are based on credit qualifications and lending guidelines. Membership eligibility requirements apply. CENTRAL CITY NEWS February 9, 2012 7 Does Gender Matter in Matters of the Heart? • Lower your cholesterol • Reduce your high blood pres- Heart Disease sure • Stop smoking now A Big Problem • Get moving • Lose weight • Control your diabetes For Women Too February is American Heart CENTRAL — While many peo- Month and a great time for you to ple may think of heart disease as begin reducing your risk factors a man’s illness, it is the leading and enjoying a healthier heart. See cause of death in women. Studies your physician if you have a con- have also shown that women who cern regarding your heart’s health. experience a heart attack are more Dr. Lei Gao is an Ochsner Car- likely to die than men – possibly diologist practicing at Ochsner because women delay medical care Health Center – Central. He can longer, generally experience heart be contacted at 261-9790. attacks later in life or may have other illnesses such as arthritis or osteoporosis. In addition, signs of a heart at- February is American Heart Month tack may also present themselves differently in women. Tradition- more likely to experience shortness While factors such as gender, ally both men and women will of breath, nausea/vomiting, and age, race, and family history can- experience chest discomfort, un- back or jaw pain. It is important to not be controlled, there are ways comfortable pressure, squeezing, know the signs of heart attack and both men and women can reduce fullness, or pain. Women are also pay attention to your body. their risk of heart disease. Blair Buras to Host Jazz Class at The Coda Feb. 11 CENTRAL — The Coda, 13517 dance team technique and prep- Arts. She is the choreographer Hooper Road, will host Saintsa- ping girls for upcoming tryouts. for the New Orleans Saintsations, tion’s chore- While at Louisiana State Uni- teaches at Tari’s School of Dance Coffee and Conversation at ographer Blair versity, Buras performed with the in Baton Rouge, and is an instruc- Ochsner Central Buras. Blair LSU Dance Ensemble and as a tor for the LSU Theater and Dance Thursday, February 16th will lead a Golden Girl for five years, serving Department. 7:30 a.m. high-energy, as captain and choreographer from Blair Buras’ workshop is open Ochsner Health intermediate to 2002-2004. to any 8th through 12th grade stu- Center – Central advanced level In 2007, she moved to Houston dent. The fee for registered Coda 11424-2 Sullivan Road jazz class on where she danced with the Hous- dancers is $14 and $18 for other Get to know local Cardiolo- Saturday, Feb. ton Metropolitan Dance Company guests. gist Dr. Lei Gao while enjoying 11, 2 to 3:30 and worked as a nutrition coach To reserve a spot and register, your morning cup of coffee at p.m. The class for Life Time Fitness. Buras was visit codadance.blogspot.com or this free, informal event.

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Mir Hassan of Cafe Delphi Hailey Ussery of Ditzy Daizy, 13414 Hooper Rd., Ste. B The Will family of Sweet Impressisons Wayne’s Detailing, LLC Central 261-2201 Dermatology Everything for 12470 Hooper Rd. www.primaballerinastore.com Women Guide Central 771-8163 Louisiana Dermatology Sage Hill Interiors & Gifts Johnson, Franklin M.D. To update information, 18564 Magnolia Bridge, Ste. 103 18901 Greenwell Springs notify centralcitynews@ Boutiques Central 261-2859 Central 927-5663 hotmail.com Claire Marie’s Tiger Central 14409 Wax Rd. Ste. E 12512 Greenwell Springs Rd. Department Store Acupuncture Central 262-5121 Central 272-9400 Wal-Mart Ashley Johnson Ditzy Daizy LLC Licensed Acupuncturist www.tigercentralonline.com Sullivan at Wax roads 13414 Hooper Rd., Ste. B Central 262-6599 Lane Regional Medical Ctr. Central 261-2144 Canvas Painting Bon Point Acupuncture Sadie’s Closet and Herbs Laura’s Jewelry Eye Wear/ Optometrists 4710 McHugh Rd., Zachary 11413 Sullivan Rd. 8857c Sullivan Rd. Eyemax Family Optical 658-6624 Central 261-6763 Central 279-1500 11424 Sullivan Rd. Central 262-8141 Automobile Detailing Pretty Woman Boutique Cosmetics 4347 High St., Ste. 110 Independent Beauty Consultant Rogers Regional Eye Center Rimes Mobile Detailing, LLC Zachary 658-5899 Mary Kay Cosmetics Rogers, Kevin A. OD Central 362-4724 Prima Ballerina Marcy Knippers Williamson, Baron J. MD [email protected] 13513 Hooper Rd. 17750 Magnolia Trace 18522 Magnolia Bridge Rd. Central 270-2245 Suite 101, Central 261-6282 www.marykay.com/mknippers Fitness Centers/Yoga Merle Norman Studio & Salon Aerobics by Roxanne 14409 Wax Rd., Ste. D Central 281-1623 Central 262-8776 Anytime Fitness Sandy Creek Soap Company 11231 Lovett Rd. 933-6469 Central 456-5156 Cosmetic Laser Curves of Central Central Physical Therapy 13579 Hooper Rd. 13111 Hooper Rd. Central 262-8040 Central 261-7094 Massage and Yoga, LLC Gill, Heidi LMT 261-1956 Dance massageandyogaincentral.com Carrie’s 5678 Dance 14409 Wax Rd. 261-5731 Snap Fitness 14395 Greenwell Springs Rd. Leg Works by Terri Central 261-5008 8857 Sullivan Rd. 261-1999, 261-5772 Snap Fitness of Central 18513 Magnolia Bridge Dr. Dentists Bossier, Gerard J. Dr. 14127 Greenwell Springs Rd. Central 261-0043 Browning, Scott R., DDS 9053 Sullivan Rd. 261-9000 Central City News Central Dental Care PUBLIC HEARING Hebert, James H. DDS ON BATON ROUGE Henderson, Jacob F. DDS LOOP AT CENTRAL 11424 Sullivan Rd. CITY COUNCIL MEET- ING TONIGHT. Central Central 261-6645 residents should be at Central Oaks Dental Care 1,650 Kristenwood by 5 p.m. Prudhome, David K. DDS Friends today, Tuesday, Jan. 10, 16606 Greenwell Springs Rd. to attend the Central City Central 262-4150 Council meeting. Raborn, Timothy R. DDS 10954 Joor Rd. 261-3360 Record, Ben Dr. 15110 Wax Rd. 261-1580 Vaughn, Walter J. DDS For the latest news and sports 13323 Hooper Rd. from Central, “Like” Central City Central 261-8050 News, the most popular Central Weilbacher, Stephen J. DDS site on Facebook. 2321 Drusilla Lane For national news, “Like” Liberty Baton Rouge 928-3384 Today on Facebook CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, February 9, 2012 9

Central Offers Many Services for Women Photos by Jolice Provost Jolice by Photos

Cali Lee of Salon Avery, 14643 Greenwell Springs, styling Matt Corkern’s hair. Judy LoBue of Judy’s Heavenly Hair, 13933 Greenwell Springs, works on Jackie Milazzo, and Brandi Sims styles Virginia Knutsen’s hair Central 261-6119 Framing Beaux Cheveux Salon Cuts Unlimited Spectrum Fitness Clubs 7755 Magnolia Beach, Ste. P 14455 Wax Rd. Mats ’n Frames Denham Springs 791-5177 Central 262-4448 11424 Sullivan Rd. 6647 Sullivan Rd. 261-4638 Central 261-8405 Beckie’s Hair Care Entourage 1326 Church St. Gifts 10390 Hooper Rd. 17651 Greenwell Springs Rd. Zachary 654-3800 Claire Marie’s Central 261-1512 Central 261-6790 145 Aspen Square 14409 Wax Rd. Ste. E Bellissimo Hair Salon LLC Fantastic Sams Denham Springs 667-6789 Central 262-5121 18564 Magnolia Bridge, Ste. 105 6649 Sullivan Rd. spectrumfitness.com Gayle’s Hallmark Central 261-8983 Central 261-3131 Yoglates II 14455 Wax Rd. Ste. V Capalli Salon Haircuts by Kate 3753 Perkins Rd., Ste. A Central 261-1120 11417 Sullivan Rd. 10285 Lovett Rd. Baton Rouge 381-0699 Central 261-1841 Central 261-7345 www.yoglates2.com Lancaster House 13539 Hooper Rd. 262-4031 Central Hair Saloon Hair Zone The Florist www.lancasterhouseonline.com Corner of Hooper and Sullivan 13925 Joor Rd. Brookie’s Floral Design Laura’s Jewelry Central 261-4247 Central 262-7654 Central 261-3233 11413 Sullivan Rd. Cer’ Care la Pace Judy’s Heavenly Hair & Skin Trey Marino’s Central Florist Central 261-6763 8863 Sullivan Rd. 13933 Greenwell Springs Rd. 13561 Hooper Rd. Old World Imports & Gifts Central 262-1311 See CENTRAL’S on Page 10 Central 261-6482 3925 Joor Rd. Baton Rouge 925-3373 Sage Hill Interiors & Gifts 18564 Magnolia Bridge, Ste. 103 Central 261-2859 SonLife Christian Store 7755 Magnolia Beach, Ste. Q Denham Springs 978-0232 Tiger Central 12512 Greenwell Springs Rd. Central 272-9400 www.tigercentralonline.com Trey Marino’s Central Florist 13561 Hooper Rd. Central 261-6482 Uniquely Yours Fine Gifts 13519 Hooper Rd. Central 261-2651 Hair Salons/Day Spas Beau Ideal Salon ... Unless You Want To Wait 14415 Greenwell Springs Rd. Helen Balzli, PT Central 261-4860 • Short wait times Central Physical Therapy • Fast treatment • Less expensive than an ER • Personalized service • Call ahead seating • Good working relationship • with many specialists in the area 225.261.4493

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Gabe and Telly McAdams of Old World Imports Sadie’s Closet offers canvas classes, 8857c Sullivan Road Trey Marino and family

Continued from Page 9 Stacy’s Hair Town & Country Furniture Klassic Jewelry 10512 Dyer Rd. 6545 Airline Hwy. 7861 Hooper Rd., Ste. F Central 261-0550 Central 261-6315, 938-7066 Baton Rouge 355-6666 Central 774-6111 North Point Spa The Looking Glass Laura’s Jewelry 18901 Greenwell Springs Rd. Beauty Lounge Hunting/Personal Safety 11413 Sullivan Rd. Central 261-2225 12756 Hooper Rd. 261-1900 A-1 Archery Inc. Central 261-6763 www.northpointspa.com 14216 Greenwell Springs Planet Beach Contempo Spa Hardware Central 261-7506 Massage Therapist 14455 Wax Rd, Ste. Q Pat’s Home Center Reynerson’s Gunsmith Service All About U Massage, LLC Central 262-4786 13533 Hooper Rd 262-8685 10044 Hooper Rd. 261-4860 Sanders, Stephanie LMT Salon Avery PriceCo Supply LLC Central 448-2783 14643 Greenwell Springs Rd. 15151 Greenwell Springs Jewelers Massage and Yoga, LLC Central 261-6685 Central 262-6245 Bayou Pawn & Jewelry 3 Gill, Heidi LMT Salon F-X Sullivan’s Hardware 9522 Main St. Central 261-1956 9024 Sullivan Rd. 261-4899 8889 Sullivan Rd Zachary 570-2935 massageandyogaincentral.com Salon Trio Central 261-3021 Claire Marie’s 11236 Sullivan Rd. 14409 Wax Rd. Ste. E Nails Central 261-7710 Health Foods Central 262-5121 Aline’s Nails Smoothie King #552 Gary Allyn Designs 18564 Magnolia Bridge Rd. Scissor Kutz Central 261-2335 11236 McCullough Rd. 14455 Wax Rd., Ste. AA 18564 Magnolia Bridge Rd. Central 261-5334 Central 262-4422 Central 975-1281 Ann’s Nails 14415 Greenwell Springs Sharon’s Home Decor/Furniture Gary Blanchard Jewelers 5317 Main St. Central 262-2555 14236 Greenwell Springs Rd. Lancaster House Central 262-1133 Zachary 654-0622 Central Nail & Spa 13539 Hooper Rd. 262-4031 10218 Sullivan Rd. SmartStyle, Inside Wal-Mart www.lancasterhouseonline.com Jack Hood Jewelers, Inc. 9265 Florida Blvd. Central 261-0666 10200 Sullivan Rd. Old World Imports & Gifts Central 261-3572 Baton Rouge 928-2529 Elegant Nails 3925 Joor Rd. 925-3373 6695 Sullivan Rd. 262-6099 Pick Up Your Central Community Directory and Central Yellow Pages at businesses throughout Central

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Trevor Sansone, Central High School Sets All-Time Louisiana High School Central City Record in Indoor 55-Meter Dash

Photo by Woody Jenkins • Central City News Central Community Directory Central Community Directory Entire Contents © 2012 News 13567 Hooper Rd. Honoring the Central Flash, Trevor Sansone, who set the 225-261-5055 all-time state 5A high school record in the 55-yard dash. centralcitynews.us CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, February 9, 2012 11 From Acupuncture to Weight Loss Clinic

Stacey and Charlie Lancaster (and Harley) with Mary Ann Blue, Michael Bingham, Lydia Reynerson (center) and family of Reynerson’s Gunsmiths Sheila Deer, Jeff Prisk, Kim Grace, and Adam Bingham Golden Nails Spa Central 261-6053 Tanning Salons Next Door to Menchie’s Ditzy Daizy LLC Indian Mound Grocery Central 218-6859 13414 Hooper Rd., Ste. B 16935 Liberty Rd. Catchin’ Rays Tanning Salon Nail Tek Central 261-2144 Central 261-9328 13923 Joor Rd. 448-5246 Geaux Glo 13414 Hooper Rd. Laura’s Jewelry Jerry Lee’s Central 262-0500 11413 Sullivan Rd. 12181 Greenwell Springs Rd. By Appointment Only Tiger Nail Central 261-6763 Baton Rouge 272-0739 Central 270-7172 14455 Wax Rd. Sage Hill Interiors & Gifts Oak Point Fresh Market Planet Beach Contempo Spa Central 261-0331 18564 Magnolia Bridge, Ste. 103 14455 Wax Rd, Ste. Q 14485 Greenwell Springs Rd. Central 262-4786 Outdoor Cooking Central 261-2859 Central 261-1095 Shoe Dept. #1006 Side of the Road Seafood Techni-Sun Cajun Craft Outdoor, LLC 14455 Wax Rd. 261-6816 14395 Greenwell Springs 7524 Hooper Rd. 12197 Greenwell Springs Rd. Central 262-2500 Central 357-9963 Restaurants Baton Rouge 275-7799 Tony’s Seafood, Ltd. To update information, Pat’s Home Center Cactus Cafe notify centralcitynews 13533 Hooper Rd 6657 Sullivan Rd. 5215 Plank Rd. Central 262-8685 Central 261-8821 Baton Rouge 357-9669 @hotmail.com PriceCo Supply LLC Cafe Delphi Mediterranean 15151 Greenwell Springs 18564 Magnolia Bridge, Ste. 109 Central 262-6245 Central 663-6649 Sullivan’s Hardware Caliente Mexican Craving 8889 Sullivan Rd 14455 Wax Rd., Ste. F Central 261-3021 Central 261-2681 Wholesale Pool Supplies Central Perk & Builders 6681 Sullivan 262-4100 13581 Hooper Rd. Don’s Seafood & Steakhouse Central 261-9665 6823 Airline Hwy. 4347 High St. Baton Rouge 357-0601 Zachary 654-0665 Extra Innings Sports Bar & Grill Pet Grooming/Supplies 14350 Wax Rd., Ste. 112 Crossroads Animal Hospital Central 261-9872 13933 Greenwell Springs LaFleur’s Seafood Restaurant Central 261-6000 and Banquet Room Greco’s Drug & Pet Supplies 6865 Magnolia Bridge Rd. 7777 Greenwell Springs Rd. Denham Springs 664-1054 Baton Rouge 926-0922 Louis DeAngelo’s Italian Pet Parlor 9952 Sullivan Rd. Corner of Sullivan and Hooper Central 262-4063 Central 261-4001 Our Place Restaurant Petworks 9783 Hooper Rd. 10500 Greenwell Springs Central 261-9154 Central 275-4737 Pit Crew Bar-B-Q Smooch My Pooch 9718 Shady Bluff Rd. 18564 Magnolia Bridge Central 663-2042 Central 262-6061 Sammy’s Grill 14800 Wax Rd. Orthodontics Central 262-6455 Harbour Orthodontics Sweet Impressions Bakery Café Dr. John Harbour 17661 Greenwell Springs Greenwell Springs Rd. Central 261-3201 at Sullivan Central 923-2060 Specialty Foods Sherman, Stephen L. DDS, MS Chris Specialty Meats Balhoff, David A. DDS 18564 Magnolia Bridge, Ste 101 14465 Wax Rd. Central 262-6890 Central 769-1276 DeRabs Grocery & www.shermanbalhoff.co Specialty Meats Shoes 14348 Frenchtown Rd. Central 262-2280 Claire Marie’s 14409 Wax Rd. Ste. E Edna’s Market Central 262-5121 14447 Denham Rd. 12 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, February 9, 2012 Central Officials Attend Central High Wildcats 2012 Tennis Schedule & Roster LMA Conference in BR ROSTER: Marlon Alcee, Aaliyah Augusts, Cherith Brumley, Madison Durr, Morgan Durr, Ashton Estave, Andrew Galbo, Jonathan Harris, Jessica Hooper, Stephen Hudson, Hunter Johns, Drew Lee, Darian Madere, Peyton Nelson, Brittany Olinde, Alyssa Rushing, Tamara Shows, Amber Shuttleworth, Landon Smith, Joseph Sommers, Victoria Vicks, and Drew Wallace Mayor Councilman Councilman Mayor Pro-Tem Carmen Evans (Coach) Mac Watts Dr. Tony LoBue Wayne Messina Ralph Washington BATON ROUGE — Four of Central’s officials online at www.lma.org. Feb. 13 Episcopal Episcopal 3 p.m. elected city officials were among • The Louisiana Code of Eth- Feb. 15 Dutchtown Forest Park 3 p.m. 350 mayors and city council- ics for government officials, which Feb. 27 Denham Springs North Park 3 p.m. men from across Louisiana at the mandates ethics and personal fi- Louisiana Municipal Association’s nancial disclosure for all elected Feb. 29 Catholic/St. Joseph Independence 3 p.m. Mid-Winter Conference in Baton municipal officials. March 5 Zachary Greenwood 3 p.m. Rouge last week. • The basics of economic and March 7 Redemptorist Forest Park 3 p.m. Attending were Mayor Mac community development for mu- March 12 St. Michael Forest Park 3 p.m. Watts, councilmen Dr. Tony LoBue nicipal governments. March 14 U-High Lamar/YMCA 3 p.m. and Wayne Messina, and Mayor • Understanding the steps to Pro-Tem Ralph Washington, as take regarding municipal reappor- March 19 East Ascension Gonzales 3 p.m. well as executive assistant to the tionment processes. March 21 Dunham Independence 3 p.m. mayor David Barrow. • State statutes governing open March 26 Lutcher Lutcher 3 p.m. Highlights included: meetings and public records. March 28 Catholic/St. Joseph Forest Park 3 p.m. • The unveiling of the LMA’s • Municipal budgeting. new “Community Leadership” vid- • Mayor’s Court April 16 Baton Rouge Highland 3 p.m. eo training program for municipal • The Lawrason Act • Relationships among munici- • When it doesn’t matter who pal officials to strengthen commu- gets the credit, a lot can be accom- Miss Zachary Pageant Lost nities. plished. & Found Councilman Wayne Messina • 80 percent of new jobs will Saturday, March 10 No charge for listing one week. Call 261-5055. said the conference was a reward- come from existing businesses. ZACHARY — The Miss Zachary FOUND — Yellow lab mix in Rambling ing experience. “I loved being • A community needs a strategic Pageant will be Saturday, March Oaks. Well trained. Call to identify 225- there. I was like a sponge with so plan for the next 10 years. 10 at Northwestern Middle School 205-9846. much to take in. I especially ap- • Elected officials are expected from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will FOUND — Nylon bag on Magnolia Bridge preciated the session on ethics,” to be leaders. be eight divisions, ages 0-23. Road. Call to identify 225-261-5055. he said. Councilman Tony LoBue • In economic development, one To register go to Zfest.us or con- FOUND — Terrier/Corgi mix in the Cen- listed some of his favorite quotes size doesn’t fit all. tact Rhonda Gerald, pageant direc- tral area. Call to describe 225-620-5428. from the conference: • Don’t destroy documents. tor, at [email protected].

10523 Lovett Road • Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70818 • 225.261.5309 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, February 9, 2012 13 Wildcats Accept College Scholarships CENTRAL — Four members of the 2011 Central High School football team have accepted scholarships to play college football. John Michael Davis has signed with Robert Morris University, Zach Hetrick with McNeese State Uni- versity, and Joey Jarreau and Logan Metcalfe with Louisiana College. John Michael Davis was the starting fullback for the Wildcats this season and was also a tight end. He has signed with Robert Morris University in Chicago. John has a 3.33 GPA. He served as the offensive team captain in 2011 and made second team All-District as a tight end. John is a member of the track and field team and powerlifting team. He placed first in a national power- CENTRAL HIGH’S new collegians — Logan Metcalfe, John Michael Davis, Joey Jarreau, and Zach Hetrick lifting meet in 2011. John plans to played in the U.S. Army Redstick major in physical therapy and sports Bowl. Zach is a member of the golf medicine. team and plans to major in pre-med. Zach Hetrick was the starting Joey Jarreau was the starting defensive end and linebacker for the defensive end and defensive tackle Wildcats this past season. He has for the Wildcats this past season. signed with McNeese State Univer- He will continue his career at Loui- sity. Zach has a 3.8 GPA. In 2010, siana College. Zach was first team All-District and Joey was second team All-Dis- All-Metro as a defensive end. trict as a junior and first team as a In 2011 he was first team All-Dis- senior. He played in the U.S. Army trict, District MVP, and All-Metro Redstick Bowl and was the game’s as a linebacker. Zach was also All- MVP. Joey plans to major in nursing. State 5A honorable mention. He Logan Metcalfe was the starting free safety for the Wildcats this CAYL Registration past season. He will continue his Central Middle School Cafeteria career at Louisiana College. Logan Boys & Girls T-Ball, was honorable mention All-District Softball, and Baseball as a sophomore, second team as a Saturday, Feb. 11 • 12 to 2 p.m. junior, and first team as a senior. $60 Registration Fee He was also All-Metro as a senior. Birth Certificate Required Logan is a member of the Olympic 261-9663 or www.caylbaseball.com Lifting team. He plans to major in pharmacy. Zoar Baptist Church State Supt. John White Visits Tanglewood February 12th – March 25th Sunday at 6:15 pm (Light meal served at 5:45-6:15) No Charge

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“Longing for Authentic “Looking for Lasting Significance” STATE SUPT. JOHN WHITE visited Tanglewood Elementary School Wednesday, Satisfaction” Feb. 8. Pictured are (1st row, left to right) 3rd graders Morgan Rabalais, Connor Cas- sels, and Richard Bethley and (2nd row) Supt. Mike Faulk, State Supt. John White, principal Sandy Davis, and assistant principal Jason Fountain. “Living in Light of Ultimate Realities” CENTRAL — The new State Super- “Learning Wisdom in the intendent of Education, John White, Midst of Life’s Mysteries” stopped by Tanglewood Elementary School Wednesday, Feb. 8 for a tour Preschool available and of the campus. Preschool available and He was escorted around the school Special Studies forSpecial Studies for by 3rd graders Connor Cassels, Mor- PreschoolChildren available and Students and gan Rabalais, and Richard Bethley. Children and Students Tanglewood Elementary School Special Studies for is the home of Louisiana’s top per- forming 3rd graders for two consec- Children and Students utive years on the iLEAP test. 261-3434 11848 Hooper Road Join Central City News on www.zoarbaptist.org

Supt. John White and Zachry Carline 14 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, February 9, 2012

ERICKSON, MELANCON McKEY, MARTIN Milestones Angela Erickson and Kevin Melan- Lindsey McKey and Blake Martin Births • Engagements • Weddings • Deaths con will exchange vows March 31 at will marry March 3 at the Oakleigh Anniversaries • Reunions The Gatehouse in Baton Rouge. House of Reception.

ated. The bride is the daughter of Jim Angela Erickson and Kevin Melancon and Kathy Tate of Central. She is the granddaughter of James and To Marry March 31 at The Gatehouse Pauline Tate of Baker and the late day, March 31, 2012, at The Gate- Howard and Rose Broussard of house in Baton Rouge. Pride. The bride-elect is the daughter The bridegroom is the son of of Rev. and Mrs. Ron Erickson of Todd and Karen McKey of Zach- Central. She is the granddaugh- ary. He is the grandson of Joyce ter of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Erick- and Larry Bellard of Zachary and son of Minnesota and Mr. Marcus Faye and Jack McKey of Gloster, Scarbrough of Iowa Park, Texas Miss. and the late Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Escorted by her father, the bride Trontvet of Minnesota. wore a Casa Blanca strapless gown Angela is a graduate of Central with crystal taffeta pleats, a ruched High School and is employed with bodice and a layered skirt accented Sherman & Balhoff Specialists in with crystal and rhinestone trim. Orthodontics. She was attended by her maid of Her fiancé is the son of Ms. honor, Lauren Speeg. Bridesmaids Robin Melancon of Central and were Beth Boyd, Molly DeJean, Mr. and Mrs. Keith Melancon of Sunni Riggleman, Amanda Speeg, Walker. He is the grandson of Mr. and Kristin Tate. Flower girl was the bride’s niece, Reagan Tate. Kevin Melancon and Angela Erickson and Mrs. Joseph Samson of Baton Rouge and of the late Mr. and Mrs. The bridegroom was attended BATON ROUGE — Angela Faye Doyle Melancon of Baton Rouge. by his best man, Todd McKey, Jr. Erickson and Kevin Jacob Melan- Kevin is a graduate of Central Groomsmen were Michael Jarreau, con, both of Central, will exchange High School and is employed with Wil McKowen, Ryan Moore, Mat- vows in a 2 p.m. ceremony Satur- Signature Rides in sales. Mr. and Mrs. Derek McKey thew Tate, and Lucien Weiss. Ush- ers were Robert Morris and Nathan Kristen Tate, Derek McKey Boone. Ring bearer was Paxton Lindsey McKey, Blake Martin to Wed Quebedeaux. Exchanged Wedding Vows Readers were Claire Speeg and Monika Weiss. Vocalist was David At Oakleigh House in Denham Springs At St. Alphonsus Catholic Aguillard and organist was Sarah DENHAM SPRINGS — Lindsey CENTRAL — Kristen Rose Tate Love. McKey of Zachary and Blake Mar- and Derek Scot McKey were mar- A reception took place at Stage tin of Central will marry in a 5:30 ried in an evening ceremony Aug. One. Following a honeymoon trip p.m. ceremony Saturday, March 3, 26, 2011, at St. Alphonsus Catholic to St. Lucia, the couple will reside 2012, at the Oakleigh House of Re- Church. Fr. Mike Moroney offici- in Watson. ceptions in Denham Springs. The bride-elect is the daughter of Todd and Stephanie McKey of Elizabeth Dispenza and Chad Stevens Zachary. She is the granddaughter of Deloris Rushing of Zachary, Pa- Married Nov. 4 at Elegant Memories tricia Barthe of Zachary, and Her- CENTRAL man McKey of Denham Springs. — Elizabeth Christine Lindsey is a graduate of Zach- Dispenza of Baton Rouge and ary High School and Southeastern Chad Lee Stevens of Central were Louisiana University. She is em- married in a 7 p.m. ceremony on ployed as a graphic designer with Nov. 4 at Elegant Memories on Mockler Beverage Company, signs Frenchtown Road. division. The bride is the daughter of Pat- Her fiancé is the son of Greg sy and Johnny Dispenza of Baton and Tina Martin of Central. He is Blake Martin and Lindsey McKey Rouge and Toni Tashiro of Balti- the grandson of Bill and Francine Blake is a graduate of Central more, Md. She is the granddaugh- Lewis and Joan Bardwell and the Private School and is employed ter of James and Edna Dyess of late Charles Bardwell, all of Cen- as a firefighter for the Central Fire Baker and Sam and Edna Dispenza tral. Department. of Baton Rouge. The bridegroom is the son of Babs Stevens and the late Arthur . Obituary , Lee “Butch” Stevens of Central. He is the grandson of the late Her- man and Shirley Lively of Central Kristopher Almanza and the late James C. and Ethel Kristopher Almanza, 14 and a student at Central Middle Stevens of Baton Rouge. Mr. and Mrs. Chad Stevens School, passed away on Jan. 7, 2012, at 1:45 p.m. due to a The bride’s attendants were her drowning accident. Kristopher was laid to rest at Eagle Lake sisters, Katharyn Pearson Dispen- Darren Babin. Ring bearer was Cemetery, next to his maternal grandmother in Eagle Lake, za, and Alexandra Tashiro Pearson. the groom’s son, Colton Tyler Ste- Texas. Kris is survived by his mother Kandy, stepfather Mi- Her niece, Isabella Grace Haselden, vens. chael Owens, and stepbrother Cody Owens. A memorial was the miniature bride. A reception followed. A special fund to help with medical and funeral expenses has been set The bridesmaids were attended thanks to Christy Santangelo of up at Chase Bank.. Almanza by groomsmen, Robin Alonzo and Santangelo Photography.

Brody Dale Skelton Charleigh Ann Rhodes Brian and Jayme Skelton, along with big sister Alexis, proudly an- Kyle Rhodes and Kristi Viola nounces the birth of their son and are proud to announce the birth brother, Brody Dale. of their daughter, Charleigh Brody was born at Woman’s Ann. Hospital on Oct. 19, 2011, at 12:42 Charleigh was born Nov. 30, p.m. He weighed seven pounds, 10 2011. She weighed four pounds, ounces, and was 20 inches long. 13 ounces, and was 17.5 inches Proud grandparents are Clay and long. Brenda Jenkins of Patterson, Pam Proud grandparents are Matt Skelton of French Settlement, and and Barbara Rhodes and Charles the late Dale Felps. and Tracy Viola. CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, February 9, 2012 15 Kristen Sutton, Blaine Todd Exchange Vows Jan. 14 at St. Louis Cathedral NEW ORLEANS — Kristen Sutton was surprised by the proposal of marriage by Blaine Todd aboard the Carnival cruise ship, “Conquest,” on April 2, 2010, off Cozumel, Mexi- co. Wedding vows were exchanged Jan. 14 at St. Sophia Lynn Coston Louis Cathedral in New Orleans. Cody and Brittany (Couvil- Kristen is the daughter lon) Coston are proud to announce of Cynthia Sutton and the the birth of their daughter, Sophia Lynn. Sophie was born Dec. 31, late Stephen A. Sutton of APRIL MORRIS, was the named one of Mandeville. She is a stu- the winners of the Mosby’s “Superheroes 2011, at 9:36 p.m. She weighed dent at Southeastern. of Nursing” awards at the 13th Annual six pounds, five ounces, and was 20 ANCC Magnet Conference in Baltimore, inches long. Blaine is the son of Md. She won for the “Protector” category. Proud grandparents are Steve Dawn and Matt Todd of April is a graduate of Central High School and Tina Coston, Dana and the late Central. He is a 2010 and Southeastern Louisiana University. graduate of Southeastern She is a registered nurse employed at Tony Couvillon, all of Central. So- Woman’s Hospital as a charge nurse in the phie’s godparents are Madalynn with a bachelor’s degree Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. in accounting. Couvillon and Chad Coston. Kristen Sutton and Blaine Todd Classifieds $6 for first 10 words. $10 for 11 to 20 words, $15 for 21 to 30 words. $20 for 31 to 40 words. $25 for one column inch classified display ad. Call 261-5055. Must be paid in advance. To pay by credit card, go to www.centralcitynews. us and click “Pay Now” on the left. Then email ad copy to [email protected]. Or mail or hand deliver check and ad copy to Cen- tral City News, 13567 Hooper, Central, LA 70818. There is an after-hours drop box. DOG SITTING — Small dogs only. Must like other dogs. Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central only. Cash only. 225-262-6237. 02/23/12 EXPERIENCED COMPASSIONATE care- giver/sitter will work in your home. Will work in Central, Pride, Zachary area. References provided call 225-333-2555. 02/09/12 FOR SALE — Master tow car dolly, straps, and spare tire. Like new $600. 225-261-4798 or 225-485-0202. 02/09/12 DR. JASON PREUETT, son of Sue ANNA L. CAMPBELL, daughter of Jer- RACHELLE KUSCH, daughter of Dea- FOR SALE IN CENTRAL — Four bed- Preuett Cary and the late Donald Preuett of rell and Susan Campbell of Central, gradu- con Robert and Carla Kusch of Central, room/1.5 bath. 11711 N. Milstead Pl. Central, graduated with his Ph.D. in urban ated magna cum laude from Mississippi received a bachelor’s degree in chemical $263,000. 225-938-5670. www.fsbobr.com. forestry from Southern University on Dec. State University’s Bagley College of En- engineering from LSU in December. She 02/23/12 16. He is a 1997 graduate of Central High gineering with her bachelor of science de- graduated summa cum laude and received School. Jason is a 2003 graduate of Loui- numerous honors including being a mem- GOT TOO MUCH LAWN — Not enough gree in industrial and systems engineering time? Dad does lawns. Call Gary 225-284- siana Tech University with two degrees, ber of Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor So- 8759. 02/09/12 bachelor of science in forestry and bachelor on Dec. 9. She is now working at South- ciety and Gamma Beta Phi Academic Hon- of science in wildlife and conservation. He wire, a cable and wire manufacturer in or Society. Rachelle was a student at St. WILL TUTOR IN YOUR HOME — Much is a 2006 graduate of Southern University Starkville. Anna was a 2007 graduate of Alphonsus Catholic School and graduated experience. Local references. Call Gary 225- with a masters in urban forestry. Central Private School. high school from St. Joseph’s Academy. 284-8759. 02/09/12

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ried couples will be held at Greenwell Photography Frank Eric by Photo Springs Baptist Church, 19421 Green- ROYAL COURT OF ORION — The Krewe of Orion introduced their Royal Court at its annual Coronation Ball held at the Renais- well Springs Road. The conference is sance Hotel on Saturday, Jan. 7. Members of the Royal Court are (left to right) Royal Maid Miss Jo’Lea Danielle Bergeron, Queen XIV 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10 and Robin William Williams, King XIV Mr. Tommy Means, and Royal Maid Miss Becky Rees. Jo’Lea is a 2010 graduate of Central High 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11. School and attends LSU. She is the daughter of Joe Bergeron and Dawn Bergeron. The Krewe of Orion will hold its parade downtown Speaker will be Dr. Charles Lowery. on Saturday, Feb. 11 at 6:30 p.m. For information, call 261-2246 or visit $10,000 drawing. For information or Board at Central Intermediate School www.gsbcla.com. Saturday, February 11 to purchase tickets, contact the church gym, 10510 Joor Road. Students of February 10 and 11 Festival of Two Rivers Auction & office at 261-4650. the Year are Vivian Ryder, 12th grade; A Taste of Central • 6 p.m. Irene Lewis, 8th grade; Destiny Man- Marriage on the Rock St. Alphonsus Festival of Two Riv- Sunday, February 12 “Marriage on the Rock,” a confer- Rediscover Life zella, 5th grade; Morgan Rabalais, 3rd ence designed to enrich your marriage ers cordially invites you to its 4th An- grade; and Hannah Hinderman, 1st nual Auction and A Taste of Central on Please join us at Life Church Cen- grade. will be held at Cornerstone Fellow- Saturday, Feb. 11, 6 p.m. in the Fam- tral, 10523 Lovett Rd., for Rediscover ship, 9611 Blackwater Rd. The con- ily Center at St. Alphonsus, 14040 Life with special guest Bishop Jerry February 17 through 21 ference is 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Greenwell Springs Road. There will Collins at 10:30 a.m. Then join us for Camp Zoar Feb. 10 and 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon be a silent and live auction and the Ignite with Bishop Collins and the Ig- Zoar Baptist Church is now taking Saturday, Feb. 11. Speaker will be raffle for the $10,000. Tickets are $20 nite Band at 6 p.m. Children’s Church registration for Camp Zoar. The group Jimmy and Karen Evans. For infor- in advance, admits one adult; $25 at and nursery provided for both servic- will be going to Pineywoods Baptist mation, call 261-8795 or visit www. the door, admits one adult; and $100 es. For information, call 261-5309 Encampment in Woodlake, Texas. cornerstonecentral.com. admits two adults and a chance for the Sunday, February 12 This is for 7th to 12th graders. Cost Grief Recovery Support Group is $165. For information, call Cindy 5:30 p.m. Jarvis at 261-3434. Zoar Baptist Church, 11848 Hoop- Monday, February 20 er Rd., Bldg. D, will hold a Grief Re- Art League of Central Meeting Central High Wildcats covery Support Group. Topics will be 6 p.m. “The Effects of Grief,” “When your The Art League of Central will 2012 Bowling Schedule & Roster Spouse Dies,” and “Your Family and meet at the Central Branch Library. Grief.” Nursery Available. For infor- The meeting is open to all Central res- mation, call the church office at 261- idents interested in the visual arts. ROSTER: 3434. Tuesday, February 21 Blake Johnson February 12 through March 25 Central Community Alliance The Pursuit, Studies in Ecclesiastes 7 p.m. Lindsey Giacone 6:15 p.m. The Central Community Alliance The Pursuit, Studies in Ecclesiastes will hold a Louisiana Legislative Up- Kevin Kennedy will be held at Zoar Baptist Church, date at the DEMCO meeting room, Sean Murphy 11848 Hooper Rd. A light meal will 16262 Wax Road. Presenting infor- be served at 5:45 p.m. No Charge. mation and updates about current and Alex David Pre-school available and special stud- proposed legislation will be Sens. Bryan Waits ies for children and students. For in- Dale Erdey and Bodi White and Rep. formation, call 261-3434. Valarie Hodges and Clif Richardson. Jacob Garretson Monday, February 13 The public is invited. Mike Gardner (Coach) Heart Education Program February 28 and 29 10 a.m. to 12 noon LSU Mobile Classroom Phil Godley (Coach) Lane Regional Medical Center will The LSU Mobile Classroom is hold a free education and support pro- coming to Central to help you and Feb. 9 Baton Rouge High All Star Lanes 3:20 p.m. gram for congestive heart failure pa- your business. First-class business Feb. 16 Denham Springs All Star Lanes 3:20 p.m. tients and their caregivers. The topic trainers and consultants will be avail- will be “Love Your Heart” and food able to help you make your business Feb. 25 Coca Cola Invitational BR River Center TBA focus will be “Sweet Treats.” The more successful with free, intensive, Feb. 29 Scotlandville Metro Bowl 3:20 p.m. meeting will be held in the staff de- business education seminars. Pre- velopment classroom. Registration is registration is required for sessions, March 1 Zachary All Star Lanes 3:20 p.m. required and seating is limited. Free due to limited seating. The mobile March 5 Catholic All Star Lanes 3:20 p.m. lunch will be provided. call 654-5263 classroom will be at Central City March 8 Woodlawn All Star Lanes 3:20 p.m. to register. Hall, 13421 Hooper Rd., Ste. 9. For information or to register, contact the March 12 Baton Rouge High Circle Bowl 3:20 p.m. Monday, February 13 Students of the Year • 6 p.m. Chamber office at 261-5818. March 26 Regional Playoffs All Star Lanes TBA Central’s Students of the Year will March 2 and 3 be presented to the Central School Garage Sale • 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Zoar Baptist Church, corner of Hooper and Joor Road, will have a garage sale in the gym. Saturday, March 10 Tea with the Darlings 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Come have “Tea with the Darlings” and the rest of the cast from Peter Pan! The event will be held at the Central High cafeteria. Cost is $10 per person and includes iced and hot teams, scones, sugar cookies, and other good- ies. Bring your cameras. Cast members will be available for pictures. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Proceeds to benefit the Central High Musical Theatre. March 22 through 25 Peter Pan The Central High School Musical Department will present “Peter Pan.” For information, contact 261-3438.