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Share your holiday celebrations with us The holidays are family time for many in our area. Bountiful family dinners, festive gatherings and gala parties take up much of our time until the end of the year. The Advocate family extends holiday greetings to our readers. As you get together in the next few weeks, don’t forget to share a few photos with The Advocate. It’s easy to send photos and information to us. Simply email photos — cellphone photos are fine — to livingston@theadvocate. com. Include the names of the people in the photo and a brief explanation of what’s going on in the photo. Whether it’s a reunion of five generations or a visit from an out-of-state relative, please share your holiday memories.

Library space be put out for bid BY HEIDI R. KINCHEN

hkinchen@theadvocate.com A planned expansion of the Denham Springs-Walker branch of the Livingston Parish Library is scheduled to go out for bid in the spring. The project, estimated to cost $3.4 million, will be funded out of the library system’s reserve funds, Director Giovanni Tairov said. “The reason why we want to do this is simple,” Tairov said. “Out of 405,000 people that come through our doors annually, about half go to Denham Springs-Walker branch. Out of 80,000 people that use our computers throughout the library system, about 40,000 go to Denham Springs-Walker branch. Of all the things that we do, about half falls on that branch’s shoulders.”

Rendering by Cockfield Jackson

A planned expansion of the Denham Springs-Walker branch of the Livingston Parish Library is scheduled to go out for bid in the spring. The existing 18,400-squarefoot building, on the corner of U.S. 190 and Eden Church Road, opened in December 2006 and offers a public meeting room,

computer access, free Wi-Fi and numerous programs and services for people of all ages. The 10,000-square-foot expansion would allow the

branch to offer two meeting rooms — one for library programming and the other for public use — and a computer lab housing at least 50 computers, Tairov said. The branch’s existing meeting room would be converted into a staff workroom. The plans, which are still being finalized, would include a large makerspace where the library may offer computers for video editing, a 3D printer and other things that will allow people to do their own computer-related or handcraft projects, he said. More than 100 parking spaces also would be added. “This has been one of our critical issues, especially with summer reading programs,” Tairov said. “This past summer, we had to turn people away because, with the roundabout con-

struction (at U.S. 190 and Eden Church Road), we were no longer able to offer parking in the church lot across the street.” The library system has been working on the design plans with Steve Jackson, of the Cockfield Jackson architecture and design firm in Baton Rouge, Tairov said. Cockfield Jackson, in collaboration with Labarre Associates of Denham Springs, designed and built all of the parish’s library branches, including the new Main Branch in the town of Livingston. Tairov estimates construction of the new addition could take up to a year, though he hopes it would be complete in about 9 months. Follow Heidi R. Kinchen on Twitter, @HeidiRKinchen, and call her at (225) 336-6981.

Christmas trees

Patsy Giannobile said she sees every tree, including this one seen as her main tree, as a blank canvas and adds elements the same way an artist would paint. ‘Every ornament has a place it belongs. I just have to keep working until I find it,’ she says.

Woman creates a forest of holiday memories

Advocate photos by C.J. FUTCH

Holiday closures

BY C.J. FUTCH

All branches of Livingston Parish Library are closed Thursday, Friday and Saturday for Christmas, as well as Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 for New Year’s.

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Pasty Giannobile must begin decorating for Christmas every year in early November because it takes quite a while to unpack, assemble, fluff, dust and decorate more than 20 Christmas trees. “I want to make sure it’s all done by the time we start having Christmas parties,” Giannobile said.

Adult coloring

The Denham SpringsWalker Branch of Livingston Parish Library invites adults to come in for a relaxing evening of coloring snacks, music and socializing at 6 p.m. Monday. Coloring sheets and colored pencils will be provided. Call (225) 665-8118 for details.

It’s difficult to tell which started first, the Christmas decorations to enrich the Christmas parties — Giannobile and her family love to entertain — or the Christmas parties to make good use of the Christmas decorations. It is clear, however, that the Christmas spirit is alive and well in the Giannobile’s Hammond home.

Jedi training

Padawans ages 6 to 11 can begin their Jedi training at the Denham Springs-Walker Branch of Livingston Parish Library at 2 p.m. Tuesday. Registration is required; call (225) 665-8118 or visit http:// bit.ly/1NBSCRR.

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Minion movie madness

This snow globe was one of the few possessions Patsy Giannobile recovered after Hurricane Betsy destroyed her family’s home in 1965. That experience, in part, drives her desire to collect things that remind her of important moments in her life.

Minion madness for ages 5 to 11 erupts at the South Branch of Livingston Parish Library at 4 p.m. Tuesday. Join the Minions on a new adventure, play a game and make your own ornament. Registration is required; call (225) 698-3015 or visit http:// bit.ly/1mcUmd8. äSee AROUND, page 2G

Sheriff’s Office wraps up crusade with toy delivery Advocate staff report Early Friday morning more than 100 volunteers, many wearing their Sheriff’s Office uniforms, spread out across Livingston Parish to distribute toys and gifts to 1,233 children. The toy delivery was the final phase of Sheriff Jason Ard’s Christmas Crusade. The program, which started in 1987, collects money and toys throughout the year to give to those in need at Christmas, Ard said. “Oftentimes, these families interact with us when something bad happens,” Advocate staff photos by APRIL BUFFINGTON the sheriff said. “That’s their percepAlice Chandler, right, hugs Cade Ashford for the toys for her grandkids while tion of us. With this project, we get Sgt. Ricky Pomercy makes sure the paper is filled out during the Livingston to change that perception. My depuParish Sheriff Jason Ard’s Christmas Crusade toy delivery day Friday. ties volunteer their time — away from

their families — to give back to those in their community. To me, that’s the most amazing Christmas.” Businesses, residents and children, many who give coins from their piggy banks, provide the money used to buy the gifts needed to fill toy lists, Ard said. This year, 572 families were helped. A big push is made the Saturday after Thanksgiving when deputies and volunteers collect cash and gifts at Wal-Mart and Bass Pro Shops locations. After toys are bought and sorted, deputies are joined by family and friends on the delivery mission. Donations for the program can be mailed to: Sheriff Jason Ard’s Christmas Crusade, P.O. Box 1515, Livingston, LA 70754.

Vera Edwards receives her toys from Sgt. Ricky Pomercy during Livingston Parish Sheriff Jason Ard’s Christmas Crusade toy delivery day Friday.

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A Christmas village sits in the fireplace.

Patsy Giannobile keeps two tables set during the season.

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Continued from page 1G She has nutcracker and angel collections, a number of Christmas villages and ornament sets — specialty and themed — she’s put together over the past 14 years the Giannobiles have lived in this home. She has new ornaments, old ornaments, vintage and sentimental ornaments, Hallmark, Disney, Barbie, Louisiana state commemorative and White House ornaments. That ornament you had when you were a kid, or the ones your grandma threw out when she cleaned out the attic? She probably has that one, too. In fact, she probably bought them. “I call it treasure hunting,” Giannobile said, and before you call her a pack rat, it should be noted that these trees are by no means thrown together. They are each carefully packed, along with trees and lights for each, boxed and stored in a sizable shed she calls the Emporium. “I know where everything is,” Giannobile said, adding that she knows the story behind how and where she found the ornaments. Each tree is carefully, artfully crafted for the visual she wants to evoke, she said, and each tells a story of her life, each ornament choice adding a detail of either sentiment or wit. Her daughter, Jennifer, said it’s perfectly normal for visitors to get lost in thought looking at the individual ornaments on any given tree, and they are often thinking of their own very personal Christmas stories, which they share. All too often, in fact, her visitors remember boxes of ornaments they put by the curb decades before, and remark how much they wish they’d kept them. Giannobile knows the feeling

Patsy Giannobile’s peacock tree. all too well. When she was a child, she and her family lost their home and everything they owned in Hurricane Betsy in 1965, including all the family’s ornaments and Christmas decorations. Holidays have always been special to her family, she said, but she takes a special pleasure in going through each of her Christmas storage boxes every year because of the memories each object triggers. It’s a bit like reading the story of her family, piece by piece, woven in with the stories of how she came by each tree, and of the friends and

family that found or gave her ornaments, and the stories of the people who once owned them and gave them up, and how they celebrated the holidays. She pointed to the tree she calls her International tree, with ornaments she’s collected from her own travels and those given to her from friends’ travels. “A friend brought me this one from Japan, and here’s a can-can girl from Paris. Think about all the memories each of these trips represents. Just imagine it,” she said, smiling. But it’s not just about things. Far from it, Giannobile said.

It’s about building memories, rituals and traditions she and her family can look forward to. She doesn’t just collect nutcrackers with her youngest grandson; she also takes him to see a live performance of “The Nutcracker” ballet every year. With her eldest grandson, she decorates the Hallmark tree, after which they build gingerbread houses. “He’s really got a knack for it,” she said. “He makes sure all the ornaments are placed so that you can see them.” All family members are official “fluffers and duffers,” she said, the term she uses for

Books adorn this Christmas tree in Patsy Giannobile’s library. case, by a Dumpster. “I found that one and brought it home,” said her daughter, Jennifer, who calls the light pink tree, fittingly enough, the Pink Tree. She has tabletop trees, small, medium and tall trees, themes that range from the traditional to kitschy to garish. She finds her ornaments much the same way. Some start off as tabletop decorations that she loves so much she begins a collection around that piece. Depending on how her treasure hunting goes, the collection may graduate to a 3-foot table tree, to a larger floor tree, and eventually maybe to a full-size tree. “That’s how the Hallmark tree started,” she laughed. She meticulously moves around each tree with stringed lights, she said, starting at the bottom, and lining each branch individually with lights, starting at the base of the limb by the trunk, moving out to the end of the branch and back down the other side to the trunk again, then on to the next branch. “It takes a long time, but the effect is so much better than just winding around the tree,” she said. At that point, the unpacking and dusting of the ornaments Advocate photos by C.J. FUTCH begins. Every ornament either has a place, or will be stored until it finds a place. She shaking out the limbs of the ar- rarely tosses anything. Even tificial trees to make sure they old droopy tree limbs may be repurposed into a garland will stand up properly. for the walls, and ornaments The first year, she said, she that have lost their shine may had one real tree — a 12-foot rotate outside to the growing live evergreen in their living forest of outdoor displays. room. The holiday, to Giannobile, “After that experience, tryis about the memories she ing to keep those needles off creates with her family evthe floor, that was it for me. ery year around the trees, or We bought two 12-foot artifisitting at the table “which is cial trees, one for the living really the heart of our home,” room and one for the dining room,” she said. And those two she said. “It’s not about the things. were just about the only ones It’s not about the presents,” she bought outright. she said. Christmas, to her, The rest she either adopted is about her faith, in God, the from families getting rid of power of family and the people their artificial trees, at estate sales, thrift stores, and, in one she loves.

SLU to collect used Christmas trees

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Advocate staff report Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond will again collect used Christmas trees in partnership with area businesses and government agencies as part of its annual Christmas tree collection effort designed to enhance wetland restoration efforts in the Pass Manchac area, a news release said. Scientists at the university’s Turtle Cove Environmental Research Station use the trees to help build up marshland in areas that have been affected by erosion and other factors, Turtle Cove Manager Rob Moreau said. Drop-off dates and sites include: n Dec. 26 through Mardi Gras from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Hammond Maintenance facility, 18104 U.S. 190, next to Piggly Wiggly Super Market n Jan. 5 through the end of the month from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays and 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Fridays, The Southeastern Sustainability Center, 2101 N. Oak St. n Turtle Cove trailer drop-off site at Middendorf’s Restaurant Hammond will provide transport of collected trees to the Turtle Cove Galva Canal parking lot area in Manchac where they will be stored until they are deployed in the marshes, the release said. No flocked trees will be accepted. All trees should be stripped of any ornaments, lights, tinsel and stands. Lowes in Hammond also will donate unsold trees. Email rmoreau@southeastern.edu or visit southeastern.edu/turtlecove for information.

Big hair, parachute pants, Pop Rocks and all things ’80s are back for one awesome night at the Albany-Springfield Branch of Livingston Parish Library. Ages 12 to 18 will enjoy music, arcade games, trivia, a cereal bar and more beginning at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday. Registration is required; call (225) 567-1441 or visit http://bit.ly/1YmDsdv. Contact Community Sections Editor Darlene Denstorff by phone, (225) 388-0215 or (225) 603-1998; or emil, livingston@ theadvocate.com.

First Baptist holds Christmas party

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The Children’s Ministry at First Baptist Church of Denham Springs held its annual Christmas party on Dec. 16 with approximately 85 children of all ages in attendance. Diapers were collected for the Junior League of Baton Rouge. Presenting the diapers to the Junior League are, standing from left, Cade Holleman, Madalyn Harris, Jack Huffstetler, Emma Vallarutto, Michael Dunlap, David Dunlap and Eunice McCarney, with the Junior League of Baton Rouge. Seated in the front is Gabrielle Harris.

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COUNCIL ON AGING MENUS Livingston Parish and Tangipahoa Voluntary Council on Aging meal site menus. For meal site locations, call (225) 664-9343 in Livingston Parish or (985) 748-7486 in Tangipahoa Parish.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY Closed.

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PETS AVAILABLE The Denham Springs Animal Shelter, 600 Bowman St., Denham Springs is open for adoptions seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The adoption fee is $60 and covers spay/neuter, dewormer and age-appropriate vaccinations, including ra-

bies and bordetella. Call (225) 664-4472 and visit the group on Facebook. Petco in Denham Springs is an off-site adoption partner for cats throughout the week and dogs on the weekends. Available for adoption this week are:

Oscar, a senior male medium-hair black Lab mix

MONDAY

Chicken and sausage jambalaya, broccoli and cauliflower, candied sweet potatoes, bread, chocolate chip crĂ¨me pie snack cake.

TUESDAY

Vegetable beef stew, brown rice, corn, whole-wheat bread, citrus mold.

WEDNESDAY

Turkey salad sandwich on wholewheat bread, orange, romaine salad with dressing, banana cake.

Tasha, a senior female pit Disco, a senior male retriev- Jane, a senior female hound bull mix er mix

Advocate staff report Newbery Award-winning author Kwame Alexander will speak and sign books at the Hammond Branch of Ta n g i p a h o a Parish LiAlexander brary, 314 E. Thomas St., at 7 p.m. Dec. 29. The program is free and open to the public, with a reception to follow. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Kwameâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s contribution to childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s literature has been monumental. Because he uniquely uses poetry verse instead of prose to convey the story in his popular

childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s novel, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Crossover,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; young readers may find it more relatable, like a modern-day rap or poem,â&#x20AC;? Library Director Barry Bradford said. Alexander is a poet, educator, New York Times bestselling author of 21 books and recipient of the 2015 Newbery Medal for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most Distinguished Contribution to American literatureâ&#x20AC;? and a Coretta Scott King Honor for his novel â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Crossover,â&#x20AC;? a news release said. Call Community Relations Coordinator Katie Moore at (985) 748-7559, ext. 203, email kmoore@tangilibrary. com or visit tangilibrary.com for information.

DEC. 31 Closed.

TANGIPAHOA PARISH CALENDAR SATURDAY HAMMOND FARMERS MARKET: 7 a.m., West Thomas Street, Hammond. View and purchase many items from local farmers, growers and artisans. WII SATURDAY FOR ALL AGES: Noon, Ponchatoula Branch Library. Visit and play Wii games on the big screen television.

MONDAY THE LOOPY LOOPERS: 9 a.m., Amite Branch Library. Exchange of ideas and knitting skills. STROKE SUPPORT GROUP OF HAMMOND: 12:30 p.m., North Oaks Rehabilitation Hospital, 1900 S. Morrison Blvd., Hammond. This free stroke support group offers support, socialization and education for stroke survivors and their caregivers. KNITTING 101: 5 p.m., Ponchatoula Branch Library.

TUESDAY TALL BOY TUESDAY COMEDY SHOW: 8 p.m., Cate Street Pub, 116 N. Cate St., Hammond. Comedy show hosted by Josh & Chase. DJ Shut Ya Mouth will provide the music.

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THURSDAY CHRISTMAS DAY (CLOSURE): All Livingston Parish Library branches will be closed in observance of Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Saturday. CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE: 4 p.m., Victory Baptist Church, 31449 N. Corbin Road, Walker. All are invited.

SATURDAY DENHAM SPRINGS FARMERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MARKET: 7 a.m. to noon, New Covenant Church, 215 Florida Ave. S.E., Denham Springs.

MONDAY ADULT COLORING: 6 p.m., Denham Springs-Walker Branch Library.

TUESDAY STORY TIME: 10:30 a.m., Denham Springs-Walker Branch Library. JEDI TRAINING: 2 p.m., DenhamSprings Walker Branch Library. Learn all the skills to become a Jedi and use the force to fight evil. MINION MOVIE MADNESS: 4 p.m., South Branch Library. â&#x20AC;&#x2122;80S NIGHT: 5:30 p.m., AlbanySpringfield Branch Library. A radical â&#x20AC;&#x2122;80s Night filled with music, arcade games, trivia, a cereal bar and more. FLY TYING CLASS: 6 p.m., Bass Pro Shops, 175 Bass Pro Blvd., Denham Springs. Come join experts and learn all the ins and outs of fly tying. GADGET HELP: 6 p.m., Denham Springs-Walker Branch Library. Get help with figuring out your new smartphone, tablet or any other device.

DEC. 31 NEW YEARâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EVE (CLOSURE): All Livingston Parish Library branches will be closed for New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve. Regular operating hours will resume Jan. 2.

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December’s top titles at Livingston Parish Library by Bill O’Reilly and Martin Dugard and “Food Gift Love: Move Than 100 Recipes to Make, Wrap, and Share” by Maggie Battista. YOUNG ADULT FICTION TITLES: “The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott Fitzgerald, “Paper Towns” by John Green, “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” by J.K. Rowling, “Happily Ever After: Companion to the Selection Series” by Kiera Cass and “The Heir” by Kiera Cass. JUVENILE FICTION TITLES: “Dog Days” by Jeff Kinney, “The Last Straw” by Jeff Kinney, “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” by Jeff Kinney, “The Ugly Truth” by Jeff Kinney and “The Isle of the Lost” by Melissa de la Cruz. DVD TITLES: “Madea’s Big Happy Family,” “Faith Like Potatoes,” “Cheaper by the Dozen,” “The Age of Adaline” and “Unbroken.”

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Trash Bash in Roseland

The town of Roseland held its third annual Trash Bash on Dec. 5, sponsored by Old School 2015, an organization dedicated to community pride and service. More than 20 volunteers participated in collecting and picking up trash throughout the town. Taking part are, front from left, Chris Harold, Richard James, Gene ‘Chicken’ Burton, Mayor Wanda ‘Yodie’ McCoy, Carolyn Williams and Allen Briggs; and back, John Allen McCoy, Joseph Perry, Robert Jackson, Old School 2015 President Willie McCoy, Jerry London, Old School 2015 Vice President Minus Ramsey and Ruben Johnson.

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The most popular book and DVD titles at the Livingston Parish Library in December were: ADULT FICTION TITLES: “Rogue Lawyer” by John Grisham, “Depraved Heart: A Scarpetta Novel” by Patricia Cornwell, “Gray Mountain” by John Grisham, “Devoted in Death” by J.D. Robb and “See Me” by Nicholas Sparks. ADULT NONFICTION TITLES: “FixIt and Forget-It Diabetic Cookbook, Revised and Updated: 550 Slow Cooker Favorites to Include Everyone!” by Phyllis Pellman Good, “Guinness Book Of World Records,” “American Sniper: The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military History” by Chris Kyle, “Killing Reagan: The Violent Assault That Changed a Presidency”

Teachers group sees new buildings at Denham High

Camp Moore Camp No. 1223 of the Sons of Confederate Veterans held its annual Compatriot Appreciation Dinner in Amite on Dec. 10 with author Ron Kennedy as guest speaker. Nearly 40 members and their family were present. Email campmoorescv@gmail.com for membership information.

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The Beta Lambda Chapter of professional teachers’ organization Kappa Kappa Iota held its November meeting at the Denham Springs High School library. Gail Arceneaux showed attendees the new buildings recently added to the high school, including the cooking center and science labs. President Michelle Mincey led a short meeting, and members collected donations for a needy family. The chapter’s December meeting was held at the home of Jeanette Bencaz on Dec. 10. Bencaz, Jennifer Miller, Kitty Wells and Michelle Wheeler prepared a selection of Christmas treats, and a gift exchange was held.

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Carrine Wilson, Gail Arceneaux and Louise Rawls, from left, attend the Beta Lambda Chapter of Kappa Kappa Iota’s November meeting at the Denham Springs High School library.

LEFT: From left, North Oaks Marketing Director Shantel Johnson, left, visits with NICU graduate Kellie Husser, center, and her mother, Shannon Husser, on Dec. 5 at the North Oaks NICU Reunion. The Hussers were the first guests to arrive at the reunion, following Kellie’s ‘Sweet 16’ birthday party the night before. The mother and daughter have attended every year since Kellie’s birth. RIGHT: Warren Carey Sr., left, and Brittany Carey, holding Deuce, bring lead Nurse Practitioner Scott Landry, center, up to speed on their son’s health at the North Oaks NICU Reunion on Dec. 5.

North Oaks NICU graduates, staff reunite Advocate staff report North Oaks Medical Center’s annual NICU Reunion on Dec. 5 brought about 300 former patients, or graduates and their families together with NICU staff at the E. Brent Dufreche Conference Center, located within North Oaks Diagnostic Center in Hammond. Graduates visited and took photos with Santa Claus and enjoyed holiday music and videos, face painting, storytelling, games, craft-making and refreshments, a news release said. Each child received coloring books and crayons. Twenty-five North Oaks Health System staff members volunteered at the event. With the extended lengths of stay some babies require as a result of premature birth or health conditions, strong bonds often form between medical personnel and families. “We see these children at their worst and see the families going through difficult times. As these children heal, we enjoy the comfort of knowing they go home healthy with their parents,” lead Nurse Practitioner Scott Landry said. “It gives us inspiration to continue fighting for them.” Since the NICU was opened in 1991 at North Oaks Medical

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Center, thousands of children have spent time there. Brittany Carey and her husband, Warren Sr., brought their 2-year-old son, Warren “Deuce” Jr., who spent 98 days in the NICU after he was born weighing 1 pound, 7 ounces. “I wanted Deuce to see all the nurses, and I wanted them to see him,” Brittany Carey said. “We’ll come every year. They got to know him for three months and almost didn’t want to send him home.” Also returning as a graduate was Kellie Husser, who spent two weeks in the NICU suffer-

ing from an infection and requiring a blood transfusion. Husser and her mother, Shannon, were the first to arrive at the reunion, following her Sweet 16 birthday party the night before. Mother and daughter have attended the reunion every year since Husser’s birth. “We plan our calendars around this reunion. Even when she’s married with children of her own, we’re coming back to it,” Shannon Husser said. “They (the NICU) saved her life. It was touch and go. We are so thankful.”

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Walker FFA members, back from left, Matt Seguin, dressed as Michael Recycle, Luke Seguin, Gavin Morales and Skylar Mason gather for a photo with second-graders at North Corbin Elementary School.

Second-graders learn about recycling, how to make compost bins

Toys for Christmas Crusade

The 4-H students at Seventh Ward Elementary School in Denham Springs recently collected toys for Livingston Parish Sheriff Jason Ard’s Christmas Crusade. Accepting the toys for Ard are School Resource Officer Burley McCarter, left, and Lt. Barney McLin, second from left. 4-H members and leaders include, front from left, Kylie Blouin, Bella Martinez, Newton Ballard and Jocelyn Mahone; middle, Rebecca David, Luke Pirie, Michael Dunlap, Matthew Davis, Avery Hearnsberger and Stacey Wascom; and back, Ella Price, Allie Vicknair, Malaysia Scott and Rosie Barnett.

Walker High FFA gathers to make fleece blankets

Advocate staff report The Walker High School FFA chapter recently visited North Corbin, Levi Milton and South Walker elementary schools to advocate for a greener community by teaching secondgraders about recycling and how to create compost bins. The FFA members read “Michael Recycle,” about a greencaped crusader who goes from town to town teaching the townsfolk about recycling and the positive effects it has on the environment and the people living within it, a news release said. After reading the book, the FFA members asked the second-graders what they know about recycling and other ways they can save energy, then talked about compost bins and why they are used. The FFA members then helped the second-graders make their own edible compost bins. Each ingredient used in

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Walker High School FFA member Kaycee Sibley reads ‘Michael Recycle’ to secondgraders at North Corbin Elementary School. the bin represented a real step in the process of making a compost bin, and the students had to answer why that part was useful. The kids then had the opportunity to eat the bins they created.

The Walker High School FFA chapter recently took on a community service project to make no-sew fleece blankets for needy children. A “Fundraiser Friday” at Walker High, in which students had the option to pay $2 for free dress, raised just over $1,000. The money was used to buy enough fleece to make 99 blankets for distribution at South Walker Elementary, North Corbin Elementary, Levi Milton Elementary and Walker High. FFA members signed up to stay after school Dec. 7-8 to make the blankets, listen to Christmas music and drink hot chocolate. Each member was responsible for making six blankets.

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Walker FFA members Westin Cobb, left, and Layni LeBlanc work on a fleece blanket.

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Santa visits Eastside Elementary

Santa Claus recently made a special appearance in the computer labs at Eastside Elementary School in Denham Springs. He passed out candy canes and listened to the children. Visiting with Santa are kindergartners Noah Manzanares, Joy Prestridge, Heyli Quamme and Kadyn Clark, from left, who told him their wants and wishes for this Christmas.

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Students honored for manners

For the month of December, each homeroom teacher at Seventh Ward Elementary School in Denham Springs selected one student from their class who exhibited exemplary character in the area of manners. Students honored include, seated from left, David Dunlap, Elijah Ozuna, Briss Moss, Easton Hill, Aiden Davis, Brady Hester and Tanner Koerner; and standing, Elizabeth Harrell, Bryson Williams, Allie Vicknair, Cade Baker and Ella Price. Not pictured are Macy Peak and Catie McCarroll.

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A float decorated by students at Louisiana School for Math, Science and the Arts was chosen as best float during the annual Natchitoches Christmas parade Dec. 5. Ivy Harris, of St. Francisville, is second row, sixth from left.

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A float decorated by students at Louisiana School for Math, Science and the Arts was chosen as best float during the annual Natchitoches Christmas parade held Dec. 5. Local students involved in decorating the float include Hannah Hagganmacher and Hayden Scott, seniors from Denham Springs; and Kamryn Dick, a sophomore from Walker.

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Denham Springs head coach Dru Nettles calls a play against Zachary in a 2014 playoff game at Yellow Jacket Stadium in Denham Springs. Advocate file photo by HILARY SCHEINUK

The old cliches are true about apart. every game mattering and taking it Springfield coach Ryan Serpas one week at a time. But it’s hard to has won five of the seven meetsneak a peek at the ings against his football schedules alma mater, and for this season and the Bulldogs have not get extra exwon three straight cited about a few in the series since dates in particular. back-to-back Here are a handlosses in 2010 and ful of games in2011. volving Livingston SPORTS Springfield won ROUND UP Parish teams that, 28-6 last year en coachspeak be route to its fourth darned, warrant looking ahead. straight playoff appearance. NORTHEAST AT WALKER, Albany has won only five games SEPT. 4: Trying to bounce back the past two years, but coach Blane from a winless 2014, Westmoreland hopes the opening of Walker opens the a brand-new field house this year Brandon Lawley era will help get the program on track. with the first of its The visit by Springfield in Week 3 four nondistrict home is one of eight straight home games games against opfor the Hornets to start the season. ponents from smaller WALKER AT LIVE OAK, OCT. classifications. 16: Live Oak’s most impressive win Lawley Northeast plays in last season came in a 44-10 thrashClass 2A but is coming ing of Walker, the third straight vicoff an appearance in the state semi- tory for the Eagles in the series. finals last year. But this year marks the start of a Lawley made his impact at Walknew chapter for both programs. er as the offensive coordinator last New Live Oak coach Brett Beard, season, but has turned his focus fresh off leading Woodlawn to backAdvocate file photo by HILARY SCHEINUK this year to rectifying a defense Walker quarterback Terry Bozeman tries to to-back playoff appearances in his elude Dutchtown defenders during a 2014 that allowed 40 or more points in game. two seasons as the coach there, faceight of its 10 losses. es off with Lawley for the first time all the way to the state semifinals, There’s nowhere for the Wildcats as both coaches look to improve New and Denham Springs has all kinds to go but up. programs that have enjoyed little Live Oa ak of veterans who can take the lesDENHAM SPRINGS AT ST. success in the 5A ranks. coach sons they learned against the PAUL’S, SEPT. 18: The momentum Live Oak will be coming off a Brett Broncos last year and apply them swung for the Yellow Jackets last game at Denham Springs, and the in their third matchup with them in Beard year when they traveled to Slidell Eagles welcome Zachary to Watson two seasons. during in Week 2 and scored a surprising a week later. So the timing could The winner of this game will no a 2014 bounce-back win over traditional work in Walker’s favor. doubt be the favorite in the race for game power Salmen. Yet another key trip DENHAM SPRINGS AT ZACHthe District 4-5A championship. to St. Tammany Parish awaits, this while a ARY, OCT. 16: Get your tickets now. Of course, the teams could always time to Covington. coach at a Denham Springs heads to Zachary see each other again in November Senior quarterback Kenny Sears, for a rematch Wooda Northwestern State commitment, last season, of two defining games or December. lawn the first a heartbreakleads the St. Paul’s offense. High ing, last-minute loss in district play Scott Hotard covers sports for The SPRINGFIELD AT ALBANY, School and the second a lopsided setback in Livingston-Tangipahoa SEPT. 18: One of Livingston ParAdvocate. the second round of the playoffs. He can be contacted at shotard44@ ish’s most intense rivalries annually Zachary returns many of the key gmail.com or livingston@ pits schools located just six miles pieces from a team that advanced theadvocate.com.

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Cross country team attends camp

Live Oak High School cross country team members attending Brevard Distance Runners Camp in Brevard, North Carolina, are, front row from left, Jordan Bizette, Trevor Landry, Justin Peters, head coach Bobbi Jo Guerin, Kelsey Case, Paige Noble, Angelle Baker, Kacie Stringer, Cayden Stephens, Maryssa Corkern, Hunter Dimaio and Drew Rabalais; and back row, Josh Danna, assistant coach Travis Johnson, Ashton Lewis, Jack Dalberg and Daniel Loper. Teams participate in challenge courses to improve team dynamics and motivation. On an individual basis, runners learn to plan weekly mileage and set their training pace and goals. Runners also participated in extra running, circuit training, yoga, pilates and weight training.

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The Dutchtown Lacrosse Club is looking for members in Ascension, East Baton Rouge and Livingston parishes. For in nformation, call (225) 328-5688.

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Registration is underway for the Dutchtown Lacrosse Club’s seventh season. The club is looking for eighth- through 11th-grade students living in Ascension, East Baton Rouge and Livingston parishes. The club finished ninth in the state in 2015 and continues to build the program, a news release said. Coaches said they will teach young athletes skills needed for the game, even those with

no prior experience. Ninety percent of the team members had no previous experien nce when they joined, coaches sa aid. The club includes 10 senio ors who received All-District and a All-State honors in 2015, and a nine former players ha ave moved on to play college lacrosse. Registration is open throu ugh Nov. 1. Games will begin in January. To find out more, viisi t w w w. f a c e b o o k . c o m / dutchtownlacrosse?fref=ts or call (225) 328-5688.

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Soccer squad becomes force on the field Denham Springs coaches building a program to last Denham Springs High boys soccer co-coach Erick England has been associated with the program for several years. He remembers the early days when the Yellow Jackets were struggling to be competitive. “If you owned your own shin guards, you were on the team,” England, who shares the coaching duties with Chris Thorne, said with a chuckle. Interest in the sport has picked up to the point that the Yellow Jackets now conduct tryouts before the season, and most of the players who earn a roster Thorne spot have select playing experience and consider soccer their primary sport. As a result, Denham Springs is an emerging power on the local and state levels. The ninth-year program reached the quarterfinals of the Division I playoffs last season, becoming the first Livingston Parish team to reach that stage of the postseason. A year earlier, the Yellow Jackets made the playoffs for the first time in school history. Ten seniors, including top scorers Cam Hilliard and Cade Murry and defensive stalwart Craig Hodges, lead a team that entered 2015-16 knowing their days of surprising traditional heavyweights were a thing of the past. “I definitely think we have a target on our back for the teams we play this year,” Hodges said. “I don’t think we’ll have an easy game from any of them.” So far, the Yellow Jackets appear up to the challenge. They entered the holidays with a 10-4-3 mark and were ranked fourth in the Division I state coaches’ poll. Hodges said the strengths of the Yellow Jackets are their speed on offense and, because they have so much experience playing together, team chemistry. Hilliard and Murry have combined for 133 goals over the past three seasons. Hilliard

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has 11 goals this year to go along with eight assists. Murry has 14 goals and two assists. Hodges anchors a defense that has pitched seven shutouts. “There is definitely a sense of urgency,” Hodges said of the big senior class. “This is our last year, so we have to finish with a bang.” Denham has won back-toback district championships but this year must deal with the likes of Catholic High and Baton Rouge High in a newly configured district. Five of the six teams in the district were part of the Division I playoff field last season. But as interest around the program grows, England said the best of Denham soccer could still be yet to come. “We’re thinking — and hoping — it’s going to be a continual process going forward, and it was just the start of it a couple of years ago,” England said. “That’s our goal. We work every day to get to it. You can’t compete statewide consistently with freshmen and sophomores on the field. Our plan to build our program is to put juniors and seniors on the field every year and continue with that.”

All-District 4-5A football

Denham Springs defensive lineman Caleb Roddy was named the District 4-5A Defensive co-MVP, leading a contingent of 10 players from Livingston Parish on the All-District 4-5A first team. Roddy, an LSU commitment, was joined on the first team by three Denham Springs teammates: running back Tyre Golmond, offensive tackle Kyle Hyde and defensive back Nick Berthelot. From Live Oak, running back Will Higginbotham and offensive guard Travis Simmons made the first team, as well

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Denham Springs’ Craig Hodges, left, during a game last season against Zachary, is one of the players expected to make a difference this season.

Denham Springs defensive lineman Caleb Roddy recently was named the District 4-5A Defensive co-MVP. as defensive lineman Michael Crowson, linebacker Brock Williamson and defensive back Cade Guillory. Walker was represented on the first team by Kyle Nevels as both a linebacker and a punter. Roddy shared the district’s top defensive honor with Scotlandville’s Reggie Cleveland. Zachary quarterback Lindsey Scott repeated as the district’s Offensive MVP.

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Walker High went 4-0 in the girls basketball tournament it hosted last week, picking up wins over Lafayette Christian,

Live Oak’s Will Higginbotham is stopped during a recent game in Denham Springs. His play earned post-season honors. South Plaquemines, St. Amant and Port Allen during the threeday event. All four wins were by double digits. In a 43-28 victory over Lafayette Christian on the tournament’s opening day, senior Keeona Brown finished with 20 points, including eight points in the fourth quarter to help the Wildcats break open a close game.

The tournament was played under a round-robin format. Walker (10-6) had lost three games in a row, and five of its last seven, entering the tournament. Scott Hotard covers sports for The Livingston-Tangipahoa Advocate. He can be contacted at shotard44@gmail.com or livingston@theadvocate.com.

Live Oak High softball, volleyball teams host auction Advocate staff report

Live Oak High School’s girls softball and volleyball teams, coached by Michelle Morris and Katie Roux, recently hosted a “Night at the Auction” fundraiser with the help of the athletes’ parents. More than 300 people were in attendance, with 62 silent auction items and Photos provided by J. MICHELLE MORRIS 25 live auction items from Softball players Cameron Seals, left, and Savannah Hall hold Livingston Parish’s local Auctioneer Tony Achord, from up auction items during the recent ‘Night at the Auction’ at businesses and Live Oak Volleyball player Sophie Nolan hold an auction item during the Southern Heirs, calls items Live Oak High School. community supporters. recent ‘Night at the Auction.’ during ‘Night at the Auction.’

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LIVINGSTON PARISH PRISON BOOKINGS The following people were booked into the Livingston Parish prison from Dec. 9 through Dec. 15.

DEC. 9

ANGELLOZ, BETHANY MARIE: 34, 31115 Green Leaf Drive, Walker, speeding, no driver license, theft of goods, expired motor vehicle insurance, operating vehicle with suspended license/other offenses. ASHLEY, SCOTT F.: 37, 452 Carrie Drive Lot No. 6, Denham Springs, two counts operating vehicle with suspended license/other offenses, vehicles improperly licensed/weighing/inspections, driving on roadway lane for traffic, driving while intoxicated, evidence of compulsory motor vehicle liability security contained in vehicle, possession of marijuana, illuminating devices required. AUCOIN, MARK: 51, 23040 Walker S. Road, Denham Springs, domestic abuse battery. BAYE, JULES: 21, 17419 Poly Ridge, Livingston, two counts domestic abuse battery. CHAMBLISS, QUINTIN C.: 24, 324463 Lake Pointe Blvd., Denham Springs, fugitive. CLEVELAND, MYLES D.: 25, 30575 Arthur Cleveland Road, Tickfaw, two counts operating vehicle with suspended license/other offenses, traffic bench warrant, tail lamps, stop signs/yield signs, possession Schedule I other than marijuana or synthetic, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia. CUCCIA, PETER: 40, 29020 La. 43, Albany, violation of protective orders. DYESS, DARRYL: 59, 29910 Marsh Drive, Livingston, illegal use of weapons/dangerous instrumentalities. HEBERT, COREY LEON: 23, 13860 Alvin Sibley Road, Walker, theft, careless operation, speeding. LEMOINE, CHARLES J.: 43, 67424 Chris Kennedy Road, Pearl River, felony theft. MCCLESKEY, JARRETT: 17, 21116 Judge Smiley Road, Livingston, disturbing the peace. MCDONALD, LOGAN: 20, 30226 Travis St., Walker, theft. PALMER, LACY: 24, 163 Coquille Lane, Madisonville, theft. PHINNEY, BILLY RAYMOND: 33, 30103 Tiffany Drive, Walker, reckless operation of a vehicle, traffic bench warrant, stop signs/yield signs. ROBINSON, RYAN A.: 27, 32125 Avants Road, Walker, fugitive. SEALS, MICHAEL D.: 30, 600 Eugene St., Denham Springs, probation. SIMPSON, DANA: 45, 8935 Orleans Drive, Baton Rouge, two counts possession of Schedule IV controlled dangerous substance, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, theft. SPAIN, NICHOLAS: 24, 610 Florida Ave., Denham Springs, illegal possession of stolen things, possession of marijuana, operating vehicle with suspended license/other offenses, headlamps for motor vehicles/motorcycles, theft. STEWART, JACOB A.: 22, 21306 Albert Ziegler Road, Livingston, probation. TOLBERT, HEATHER: 32, 52195 Thigpen Road, Franklin, theft. WHITE, JONATHON: 34, 675 Wooddale Blvd. Apt 159, Baton Rouge, violation of protective orders, operating vehicle with suspended license/other offenses, criminal sanctions for operating motor vehicle not covered by security.

DEC. 10

ACUFF, JAMES T.: 32, 10588 Sherie Lane, Denham Springs, four counts manufacture, four counts cultivation, distribution or possession with intent to distribute Schedule I controlled dangerous substance, three counts distribution, three counts possession with intent to distribute Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, careless operation, operating vehicle with suspended license/other offenses, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, fugitive. ADOLPH, LEROY: 27, 1052 Avenue B, Port Allen, forgery. ALLEN, JESSICA H.: 35, 34100 Bluff Line Road, Independence, domestic abuse battery, misdemeanor child endangerment, resisting an officer. ARNOLD, WARREN: 26, 7315 President Drive, Baton Rouge, two counts possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, proper equipment required on vehicles.

BABB, BRIAN CODY: 38, 28684 Ross Trail, Albany, domestic abuse battery. BETTS, BRYAN: 38, 22597 C Holden Road, Holden, domestic abuse battery. BLANCHARD, ABSOLOM: 25, 21345 Dewitt May Road, Livingston, parish jail time. BREARD, CELINE: 21, 12195 Roddy Road Lot 23, Gonzales, fugitive. BROWN, CALEB: 21, 413 Pine St., Denham Springs, drug court sanction. CARDENAS, STEPHANIE JEAN: 42, 13740 Henry Road, Denham Springs, create/operate clandestine laboratory for the unlawful manufacture of controlled dangerous substance, manufacture, cultivation, distribution, possession with intent to distribute Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, two counts cruelty to juveniles, theft. COATES, LESLIE M.: 35, 7450 Vincent Road, Denham Springs, theft. DALE, RICHARD JOSEPH: 38, 7450 Vincent Road, Denham Springs, all drivers must secure license/ emergency vehicle exception, obstruction to driver’s view or driving mechanism, vehicles without required equipment or in unsafe condition. FREDERICKSEN, JEREMY D.: 27, 26615 Walker S. Road, Walker, domestic abuse battery. HENNERICKS, CODY L.: 26, 7450 Vincent Road Lot 23, Denham Springs, speeding, traffic bench warrant. HESTER, KAYLA: 26, 22310 La. 1032, Denham Springs, obstruction of justice. HILL, ERICA: 26, 33821 Cane Market Road, Denham Springs, sale/ distribution/possession of legend drug without prescription, simple criminal damage to property. HUGHES, BRETT TYLER: 25, 26840 Jill Road, Holden, manufacture, cultivation, distribution, possession with intent to distribute Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, speeding. JOHNSON, ALVIN JOHN: 31, 7603 Oakmount Drive, Baton Rouge, 12 counts theft, eight counts criminal trespass. KNIGHT, RAYMOND ANTHONY: 26, 31994 Burgess Road Lot 6, Denham, four counts manufacture, four counts cultivation, distribution or possession with intent to distribute Schedule I controlled dangerous substance, three counts distribution, three counts possession with intent to distribute Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, two counts prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, resisting an officer. MAY, ZHAKA: 33, 48022 Brazil Road, Natalbany, probation. MCCLASKEY, JAMES A.: 50, 129075 Arnold Road, Walker, parish jail time. MCDONALD, ADAM: 27, 19729 Zara Sage Road, Walker, speeding, evidence of compulsory motor vehicle liability security contained in vehicle, two counts traffic bench warrant, safety belt use/tags indicating exemption. MCKAY, D’MARCO: 23, 25739 McCarrol Road, Springfield, theft. NELSON, RICKY PEDRO: 36, 8784 Sharee Place, Denham Springs, traffic control signals, vehicle license required, two counts safety belt use/tags indicating exemption, two counts traffic bench warrant. PAILLE, SCOTT: 17, 18996 Bill Wise Road, Livingston, illegal possession of stolen things. PARKER, BRANDON: 33, 13420 Henry Drive, Denham Springs, create/ operate clandestine laboratory for the unlawful manufacture of controlled dangerous substance, manufacture, cultivation, distribution, possession with intent to distribute Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, two counts cruelty to juveniles, felony theft. ROBINSON, BRENDAN: 25, 1502 Harlem St., Winnsboro, Department of Corrections incarceration. TEAL, THOR N.: 25, 33650 Mack Road, Walker, driving while intoxicated, careless operation, fugitive. WALLACE, JEREMIAH R.: 38, 29213 Juban Road, Denham Springs, four counts manufacture, four counts cultivation, three counts distribution, possession with intent to distribute Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, distribution or possession with intent to distribute Schedule I controlled dangerous substance, two counts possession with intent to distribute Schedule II controlled dangerous substance,

prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, fugitive. WILKINSON, JAMARIA: 25, 13080 Quick Blvd., Hammond, possession of marijuana, fugitive. WOOSLEY, CORBIN: 39, 4170 Vincennes Place, New Orleans, residential contractor fraud. YOUNG, LANCE HOUSTON: 46, 29464 La. 22, Springfield, failure to pay child support.

DEC. 11

BAGGET, MORGAN: 26, 311 S. Wilson St., Hammond, probation administrative sanction. BARDWELL, MARANDA NICOLE: 31, 147 Iowia Lake Road, Vicksburg, Mississippi, possession of marijuana, licensee must give notice of change of address. BENTON, TYLER: 28, Acadian Way, Greenwell Springs, driving while intoxicated, violation of protective orders, expired motor vehicle insurance. BLADES, CHAZ M.: 26, 31202 T. A. Lane, Albany, operating vehicle with suspended license/other offenses, tail lamps, traffic bench warrant. BRIDGES, RANDALL BLAKE: 28, 48274 Amite River Road, St. Amant, drug court sanction. COUVILLION, BECKY SUE: 31, 28566 Kemp Road, Springfield, fugitive. DAUZAT, JASON: 38, 32053 Oneal Drive, Springfield, possession of Schedule III controlled dangerous substance, operating vehicle with suspended license/other offenses, tail lamps, safety belt use/ tags indicating exemption, two counts traffic bench warrant. FOUNTAIN, KENDRICK: 31, 407 22nd St., Winnfield, Department of Corrections incarceration. GILL, AMANDA EVELYN: 33, 27300 La. 1037, Springfield, drug court sanction. HARVEY, EBONY: 18, 23598 Weilington Ave., Denham Springs, six counts theft. HENRY, KEIRA: 29, 11445 Bard Ave. Apt. 217, Baton Rouge, principal/ simple burglary. LILLY, ANITA: 28, 30235 Apple St., Denham Springs, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, taking contraband to/from penal institutions prohibited, theft. LIRETTE, KERRY: 56, 1546 4H Club Road, Denham Springs, domestic abuse battery, aggravated assault. MARTIN, CORNELIUS: 36, 11445 Bars Ave., Baton Rouge, simple burglary. NELSON, KADEMM: 25, 726 Lebarre Road, Jefferson, Department of Corrections incarceration. PETERS, JEREMY: 29, 35266 Curtis Drive, Denham Springs, illegal use of weapons/dangerous instrumentalities, obstruction of justice, theft of utilities property, theft of utility service, 10 counts possession of firearm/carry concealed weapon by convicted felon, 10 counts illegal carrying of weapon penal use weapon/ violent crime or controlled dangerous substance, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana. PETERS, LISA: 36, 35266 Curtis Drive, Denham Springs, accessory after the fact aiding felon, illegal use of weapons/dangerous instrumentalities, obstruction of justice, 10 counts illegal carrying of weapon penal use weapon/ violent crime or controlled dangerous substance, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, possession of marijuana, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, theft of utilities property, theft of utility service. RITTER, CHRISTOPHER: 33, 136 Thornton Lane, Denham Springs, careless operation, operating vehicle with suspended license/ other offenses, possession of marijuana, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, obstruction of justice. SUMNER, TARODGANEY: 23, 634 Bringhurst Drive, Shreveport, taking contraband to/from penal institutions prohibited. THURMOND, PHILLIP: 41, 12473 Pendarvis Lane, Walker, fugitive. TRAVIS, CORY S.: 33, 8120 Florida Blvd., Denham Springs, three counts operating vehicle with suspended license/other offens-

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ANDING, DANIELLE MARIE: 35, 27370 Lake Brandy Drive, Holden, simple battery, resisting an officer. BAYHAM, MICHAEL: 43, Hammock Road, Denham Springs, failure to pay child support. BOUGEOIS, JUSTIN: 31, 34403 Cane Market Road, Denham Springs, two counts aggravated assault, theft, resisting an officer, public intimidation, operating vehicle with suspended license/other offenses. BRIGNAC, MICHAEL JOHN: 41, 20339 Walker S. Road, Denham Springs, theft, simple burglary of inhabited dwelling. CONNOR, BRYAN STEVEN: 31, 30889 Verbena St., Denham Springs, simple kidnapping, unauthorized use of a movable. FAULK, RICHARD: 35, 3623 S. La. 70, Pierre Part, driving while intoxicated. FLINT, CODY: 21, 32007 Stewart Road, Denham Springs, driving on roadway lane for traffic, careless operation, operating vehicle with suspended license/other offenses, flight from an officer/ aggravated flight from an officer, criminal sanctions for operating motor vehicle not covered by security, switched plate, safety belt use/tags indicating exemption, two counts expired motor vehicle insurance, owner to secure registration, vehicle license required, examination of applicants required/classes of licenses. GISINER, CALEB: 25, 12400 Fawnwood Drive, Walker, domestic abuse battery, speeding. JUNIUS, TYLER D.: 20, 32546 Madeline Drive, Denham Springs, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, possession of marijuana, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, no driver license, speeding. LEE, DONALD R.: 49, 1221 Pikum Road, Greensburg, Department of Corrections incarceration. LUCIA, FRANK L.: 31, 44096 Vicki Lane, Hammond, evidence of compulsory motor vehicle liability security contained in vehicle. NICHOLAS, WILLIAM: 35, 22822 Joe May Road, Denham Springs, theft. PITTMAN, ERIN: 22, 9956 Dipple Drive, St. Francisville, theft. SHELDON, KRISTEN: 33, 13151 Alysha Drive, Denham Springs, possession Schedule I other than marijuana or synthetic, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, theft of goods, illegal use of controlled drug in presence of persons under 17 years old. TALBERT, BRADLEY: 45, 916 Martin Luther King, Denham Springs, simple burglary, resisting an officer. VARNADO, CHELSIE: 25, 29219 La. 43, Albany, theft, speeding, operating vehicle with suspended license/other offenses, fugitive. WAINWRIGHT, TOMMY: 27, 38707 John Lanier Road, Walker, three counts possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, illegal carrying of weapons, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, two counts possession of Schedule IV controlled dangerous substance, two counts sale/distribution/possession of legend drug without prescription, manufacture, cultivation, distribution, possession with intent to distribute Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, possession Schedule I other than marijuana or synthetic, stop signs/ yield signs, obstructing public passages.

DEC. 13

BERTELSEN, STACY NICOLE: 29, 651 Laurel St. Apt. No. 8, Baton Rouge, evidence of compulsory motor vehicle liability security contained in vehicle, careless operation, traffic bench warrant. BRANIFF, SCOTT: 39, 672 Hooters Road, Bridge City, two counts violation of protective orders, domestic abuse battery. CUTI, VINCENT: 67, 43443 R. Daigle Road, Gonzales, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance. DAVIS, ANTHONY W.: 37, 17455

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DEC. 14 BALLARD, JUSTIN D.: 23, 30756 Aberdeen Acres, Denham Springs, theft. BUDENICH, RAYMOND ELLIS: 39, 10399 Sherrie Lane, Denham Springs, illegal possession of stolen things. CHANDLER, CHARLES M.: 47, 15365 Springfield Road, Walker, simple arson. CUMMINGS, JOSHUA: 29, 9141 Devereaux Road, Denham Springs, felony theft. FREEMAN, DUSTIN D: 34, 33683 Perkins Road, Denham Springs, simple burglary, expired motor vehicle insurance, vehicle registration expired. GIOVINGO, RACHELLE: 41, 24669 Blood River Road, Springfield, issuing worthless checks. GODWIN, KEVIN: 34, 150 Du Rhu Drive Apt. 401, Mobile, Alabama, theft of a firearm, two counts simple battery domestic violence. GORDON, TAMARA: 26, Homeless, possession of Schedule III controlled dangerous substance, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia. GROS, DARYL G.: 19, 15220 El Ranchitos Ave., Pride, principal/ armed robbery. GROSSE, CHRISTINA M.: 34, 42245 Dixon Road, Prairieville, fugitive. HAYES, CIARRA C.: 27, 2670 Balis St., Baton Rouge, three counts simple arson, security required and obedience to police officers, weights and standards police. HISAW, LANDON: 26, 725 Poplar St., Denham Springs, simple burglary of inhabited dwelling, unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling, two counts simple robbery, simple battery. HOLLOWAY, CHRISTOPHER: 27, 24466 La. 42, Holden, enter/remain in places/on land after being forbidden, disturbing the peace. JACKSON, CYLINDSEY ANN: 29, 46038 Rufus Bankston Road, Hammond, disturbing the peace, simple battery. KNIGHT, DANIEL R.: 37, Lot 21 Stafford Road, Tickfaw, possession of marijuana. LOPEZ, JOHN C.: 38, 12247 Dove Hollow Drive, Denham Springs, fugitive. MORRIS, JASPER: 54, 5858 Victoria Drive, Baton Rouge, two counts prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, criminal sanctions for operating motor vehicle not covered by security, violations of registration provisions. PEDEAUX, PETER: 17, 32477 Rainy Lane, Springfield, public possession of alcoholic beverages, person under 21, disturbing the peace. ROBERTS, TYLER: 23, 9701 Lower Zachary Road, Zachary, attempt/ armed robbery, public intimidation. ROGERS, AMANDA: 36, 10436 Magnolia Blossom Ave., Greenwell Springs, fugitive, simple burglary, theft. TAYLOR, ANGELINE T.: 39, 28681 Samantha Lane, Holden, possession of marijuana. WEEDMAN, DAVID: 38, 31625 Horseshoe Road, Independence, failure to register.

DEC. 15

ALBERTSON, ROBERT: 24, 2627 Galahad Drive, Baton Rouge, felony theft. BENNETT, DAVID: 38, 15550 Varnado Road, Walker, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, possession of marijuana, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, resisting an officer, probation. BLANCHARD, GAGE: 19, 13870 Vincent Place, Denham Springs, improper display of temporary plate, special restrictions on lamps. CORBIN, DONAVAN: 29, 2303 S. Darla Ave., Gonzales, probation. DENNIS, TROY: 28, 28485 Cowart Road, Holden, probation. FRAZEE, HOUSTON KENNETH: 28, 22137 Walker S. Road Lot No. 4, Denham Springs, domestic abuse battery. HOOKFIN, AVION: 20, 315 Dennis Lee Lane, Denham Springs, two counts manufacture, two counts cultivation, distribution, possession with intent to distribute Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, distribution or possession with intent to distribute Schedule I controlled dangerous substance, possession of marijuana, no driver license, deposit of license in lieu of security upon arrest/receipt, evidence of compulsory motor vehicle liability security contained in vehicle, probation. HORTON, JOSEPH: 33, 28026 S. Satsuma Road, Livingston, possession of marijuana, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, theft of assets of aged/disabled person. LANDRY, SCOTT: 42, 12322 Dutchtown Lane, Geismar, possession of Schedule IV controlled dangerous substance. MARSHALL, STEPHAN PAUL: 21, 5330 Rolling Acres Drive, Baker, aggravated battery, enter/remain in places/on land after being forbidden, resting an officer with force or violence. MCLIN, TROY: 40, 16948 Dodie McLin Road, Livingston, manufacture, cultivation, distribution, possession with intent to distribute Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, prohibited acts/ drug paraphernalia. MCMANUS, JAMES: 51, 9125 Springridge Drive, Denham Springs, unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, theft. MORRIS, CHRISTOPHER: 38, 10463 Greenwell Springs Road, Baton Rouge, safety belt use/tags indicating exemption, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance. PETERSEN, AARON J.: 26, 25385 Lorin Wall Road, Holden, simple burglary, special restrictions on use of Louisiana interstate highways. POSEY, ERIC STONE: 38, 31855 Salem Cemetery Road, Walker, unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. ROBILLARD, LOUIS: 45, 30897 Dogwood St., Denham Springs, parish jail time. SAMROW, DUSTIN: 29, 32269 La. 16, Denham Springs, speeding, driver must be licensed, evidence of compulsory motor vehicle liability security contained in vehicle, traffic bench warrant. SIMS, KYLE A.: 24, 01235 S. 17th St., Baton Rouge, speeding, operating vehicle with suspended license/ other offenses. WHITEHEAD, DAVID: 46, 28861 Magnolia Road, Walker, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, prohibited acts/drug paraphernalia, driving on roadway lane for traffic, operating vehicle with suspended license/other offenses, owner to secure registration, evidence of compulsory motor vehicle liability security contained in vehicle, traffic control signals, failure to pay child support. WILLIAMS, DEVONTAY R.: 21, 96 JC Williams Road, Denham Springs, manufacture, cultivation, distribution, possession with intent to distribute Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, resisting an officer, simple criminal damage to property, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, probation.

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1320 Senior Data Warehouse Integration Specialist. Baton Rouge, LA. Under the direction of Manager, Enterprise Data Services and Data Integration Architect develops data integration solutions using Informatica PowerCenter, Informatica DVO and Informatica Data Quality (IDQ), Web Services or other means. Develops, executes and evaluates data and data quality test plans using Control M and Quality Center. Analyzes and operationalizes ETL/ Data Integration requirements, and creates data integration plans using Team Foundation Server and Microsoft Project Plan. Refines information architectures and complex data models and modifies and implements database integration solutions to support business requirements. Populates metadata repository and connects the metadata from ETL and web service jobs. Makes presentations and provides technical advice to senior management and participates as technical advisor and consultant in management decisions. Reviews the work of external developers for accuracy and compliance. Liaises with management of multiple departments and executives to resolve product and project problems and issues and to identify and negotiate trade-offs to gain management agreement with proposed recommendations. Some domestic travel to attend technical meetings and conferences on behalf of company. Requirements: Bachelor of Science or foreign equivalent degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or closely related field. Additional skills: ETL and reporting tools for Data mart / data warehouse development. Data integration solutions tools: Informatica PowerCenter, Informatica DVO, Informatica Data Quality (IDQ), and Control M. Team Foundation Server and Microsoft Project Plan. Informatica Metadata Manager for metadata creation, population and connection from ETL and web service jobs. Mail resume to: Sherry Strain, Employment Compliance Specialist, Louisiana Health Service & Indemnity Company d/b/a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, 5525 Reitz Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809. Reference Senior Data Warehouse Integration Specialist. Louisiana Health Service & Indemnity Company d/b/a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana is an EOE/M/F/V/D employer.

Drivers

1350 15 DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED NOW! Become a driver for Empire Express! NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED! New Drivers can earn $800+ per week! Call for details! 1-888-926-7889 Asphalt Plant Groundsman EOE/M/F/Disabled/Veteran gilchristconstruction.com. ASSOCIATED GROCERS $19/hr - Home Every Night $1,000 Sign-On Bonus Guaranteed 40 hours/wk Class A CDL w/6 mo. exp. Call 225-444-1261 Apply online at www.agbr.com

SJB GROUP, LLC Seeking Survey Field Personnel No exp req’d Survey Instrument Tech 2-3 yrs exp req’d Competitive salary & excellent benefits Apply online sjbgroup.com TEQPRO Prof. Serv, Inc. Eng/Designer teqpro.net 225-292-9500

Financial/ Accounting

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Campus Federal

Campus Federa

l is hiring experienced Tellers for Baton Rouge. Part time and full time positions available. Please visit www.campusfederal.org to apply. EOE Growing CPA firm seeks a Senior Tax Accountant to join our team as we prepare for the upcoming tax season. CPA and 3-5 years of prior experience required. Candidate must exhibit good communication and supervisory skills. Compensation DOE. Send resumes to: careers@fw-cpa.com . JM TEST SYSTEMS Accounts Receivable Specialist Exper. required. Fax 225927-0036. hr@jmtest.com Law firm is accepting resumes for Accounting Manager.

curryandfriend.com/careers

Seeking an accountant or full charge bookkeeper with background in general ledger entries, balancing month and year end books and bank reconcillations. Minimum experience, degree in accounting, 5 years work experience or CPA certificate. Salary will depend on experience. This is a full time position. CALL 573-7003 or send resume to bette@premier.net TELLER NEEDED United Community Bank is looking for an experienced teller to work at our Coursey location. Full Time position with excellent benefits. Email resume with cover letter to: hr@ucbanking.com

Industrial Tech. Skills

1400 A/C INSTALLATION MECHANICS Experience Preferred Clean Driving Record Benefits & Insurance 225-753-8481

AC INSTALLER , Asc area. Pay DOE. Clean DMV A&M Heating Air 225-644-3575 ** A/C SERVICE TECH ** $$$ TOP PAY $$$ Work year round! Call 225-226-5236. ALL CALLS CONFIDENTIAL!

CLASS A DRIVERS & OO. Must be 25 yrs or older with 3 yrs tractor trailer exp. Local NO/BR. Call 504-944-8500

AUTOMATION PERSONNEL 11445 Coursey Blvd 225-296-0605

JB James Construction has immediate opening for Truck driver w/ Haz Mat & Tanker Endorsement. 2 years experience is req. Willing to work all over Louisiana. Competitive Pay. Email resume to LyndaK@jbjamesllc.com JB James Construction LLC has immediate opening for Dump Truck Drivers. Must have at least 2 yrs experience. CDL and good driving record required. Email resume to: personnel@jbjamesllc.com

Equal Oppty Employer

Engineers/ Chemists

1360 CDI Corporation 4041 Essen Lane, Ste 100 Baton Rouge 225-663-4600 COURTYARD by Marriott & Residence Inn by Marriott Apply: North Mall Drive FORD, BACON & DAVIS, LLC All Disciplines of Engr/Designers/3D Design. humanresources@fbd.com

GHD Engineering Group (225) 927-4249

HRBTR@CRAWORLD.com

CARPENTER NEEDED - Only Skilled With Tools Need Apply. MUST Email To info@michelleruston.com

CARPENTERS

$2000 Sign On Bonus If you’re not earning the kind of income you deserve, call us. We are looking for Carpenters, with a min. of 10 yrs. exp., who would like to specialize in large, midsize and small Residential Remodeling and Repair work. You must take true pride in your craft and have excel-lent communication skills with the ability to meet high work quality stan-dards. Must have a posi-tive customer service atti-tude. This is a permanent, exceptionally high income opportunity. Only call if you are interested in far more than a job. Home360, Inc. (225) 767-4000

FT/PT Machinist. Baton Rouge area. Info at: central machineworks.com. or Call 225-270-1049.

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If you’re not earning the kind of income you deserve, call us. We are looking for Licensed Plumbers who perform Drain Cleaning and would like to specialize in residential and light commercial service work, drain cleaning, sewer repair and replacement. Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to meet high work quality standards along with a positive customer service attitude. This is a permanent, extremely high income opportunity. Only call if you are interested in far more than a job. Home360, Inc. (225) 767-4000 Lic. Plumber F/T. Benefits avail. Reliable Plumbing, Inc. Call 225-929-9510. LINK www.linkstaffing.com 225-275-7272 MAINT. MAN - Make ready ability. Light carpentry & plumbing. Paid sick, vac & holidays. Must pass background check & drug test. Fax resume 225-343-2402 Needed!!! Licensed Plumbers & Experienced Apprentices. 225-275-1800.

NOW HIRING!!

1099 Technician Contractors. White truck/van, Tools, Ladders, Background/Drug screen, FREE One on One Workshops for certifications. $1,000 Sign on Bonus Call for Immediate Interview! 888-959-9675 * 337-780-4065 Now Hiring Captains & Exp. Deckhands with a TWIC Card. Pushing dry cargo and chemical barges on the ICWW and LMR. Steady work and benefit package. Fleet & Live On Positions. Call 225-343-1951 or Apply Online @ www. carlinecompanies.com

Westgate LLC

Now Seeking μNCCER+ Electrician μInstrument Technicians www.westgatellc.com

James Construction Group Call 225-677-9023 or 1-800-995-5102

Managers/ Trainees

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PRESS BREAK OPERATOR WANTED Day & Night Shifts Min 3 Yr Exp & Must Be Able To Read Drawings. Top Pay With Benefits. Fam-ily Owned & Oper-ated Co. 225-356-2088 Lv Message PT Handyman needed for Mental Health Facility in Zachary. Email to: jferraro@seasidehc.com or Fax: 225-654-9574.

Service department under new management. Looking for an experienced, motivated technician with good attitude. Needed for suspension, trim, and electrical. (FORD certified a plus, if not, there will be opportunity to become Ford certified.) Great benefits. Come be a part of our SUPERIOR team. Please call Michelle @ 225-654-2611 or email resume to mquinn@ superiorfordvehicles.com

Superior Plumbing is looking for Exp’d Plumbers Helpers w/at least 2yrs exp in new construction. Must have own hand tools and valid DL. Pay determined by productivity. Call 225-622-3360

Tractor/Trailer Mechanic

in Port Allen Minor repairs and wiring, no major engine work required. Good Pay and Great Benefits. Join our family of 50 years. Call Olaf at 866-602-1676 to find out more We Are Growing Again! If you are an exp. A/C Service Tech looking for a great opportunity with a great company, call 225-753-3301. River City A/C

Instructors

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LOUISIANA ART & SCIENCE MUSEUM is seeking a PART-TIME EDUCATOR to teach Preschool-Grade 7. Bachelor’s with an Aptitude for Science and appreciation for Art. Outgoing and entergetic. Superior organizational skills. Flexible schedule. Work up to 25 hours per week. Interested applicants may submit a resume to: jobs@lasm.org Subject line: Part Time Science Educator

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Campus Federal

Credit Union has immediate opening for a Branch Manager in our Baton Rouge region. Responsible for providing exceptional member service to current and prospective members by overseeing the Financial Service Center activities. Benefits include paid health, dental and LTD. Visit www.campusfederal.org to apply. Only those most qualified will be contacted. EOE Fred’s Restaurant located on Hwy 30 in St. Gabriel is looking for an Assistant Manager for its 24 hr. high volume location. Must have reliable transportation and be able to work weekends and holidays. Must have working knowledge of rest. Operations, control systems, inventory and financials. Pay will be salary (based on experience). For more info, call Scott (225) 717-1977

Medical

1460 Allied Health, Clerical, IT, Nursing, Nursing Support, Professionals and other career opportunities available at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge are posted online. Site is updated daily. For more information and/or to apply online visit OLOLRMC.com/Great PlaceToWork Busy Clinic in West Baton Rouge Parish has immediate opening for the following: Certified Medical AssistantMust have at least one year experience in the clinical or hospital setting, Must be a team player, very organized and willing to work well with others. Candidate must have reliable transportation and must be able to work in a fast pace environment.

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Certified Histo Tech (Full Time)

LOUISIANA WAR VETERANS’ HOME Jackson, Louisiana ****LPN’S**** PREMIUM PAY Shift Differentials ****CNA’S**** NEW RATE OF PAY! FULL TIME & PART TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE ****RN*** Full Time & PRN Positions Available with long-term care SNF experience preferred but not necessary Salary based on experience. State benefits. Contact Human Resources 225-634-5265 Ext 215 or 252 225-342-8993 Ext 215 or 252 Equal Oppty Employer

Large clinic in Baton Rouge is currently seeking a Histologist for our new Histology Laboratory. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years experience embedding, cutting, staining with small biopsies and other pertinent histology experience. Associates Degree or higher in a life science preferred but not required and must hold HT/HLT (ASCP) certification or eligible to sit for exam. Please send your resume along with salary requirements to Attn: Employment Coordinator, Fax 225-246-9105, or employment@ brclinic.com

The Baton Rouge Clinic

7373 Perkins Road Baton Rouge, LA 70808

DENTAL ASSISTANT (EDDA) NEEDED IMMEDIATELY RKM Primary Care Livningston. If you are a reliable and posititve individual looking for career satisfaction, then look no further! We are seeking a FRIENDLY and UPBEAT full time Dental Assistant (EDDA) to support our clinical treatments staff, Must have transportation. Front Desk Experience a+. Email resume to bbrooks@rkmcare.org Subjec t: DENTAL ASSISTANT Diagnostic imaging company seeking experienced biller. Currently needed part time, with the potential to transfer to full time. The candidate must be very professional, possess good computer skills, and pay exceptional attention to detail. Duties include: Billing, data entry, and various duties. Apply online at theadvocate.com. DIRECT CARE STAFF to work w/disabled pts. FT/ PT & PRN. Pd training & mileage. Clear criminal rec reqd. Apply at 5850 Florida Blvd. M-F, 8:30-3:30 EOE

To apply please submit resume to bbrooks@rkmcare.org Subject Line: Certified Medical Assistant

Exp. Dental Assistant for clerical position. Must have advanced computer skills. Email resumes to: seethemanager@gmail.com

Capitol House

or fax resume 225.768.7111

Nursing Home is actively seeking: CNA’s 6a-6p Weekends 6p-6a Weekends and 2p-10p Monday-Friday LPN’s Full time 2p-10p Monday-Friday Treatment Nurse every other weekend and 6p-6a every other weekend Apply in person @ 11546 Florida Blvd.

EXP. Expanded Duty DENTAL ASSISTANT NEEDED. Communication & people skills pref. Email resume to employment@ apremiersmile.com or fax resume 225.768.7111

Find A Career At! The NeuroMedical Center TheNeuroMedicalCenter.com JEFFERSON MANOR 9919 Jefferson Hwy 225-293-1434

Caregivers Wanted!! www.thecareblog.com 225-771-8605 Surgical Specialty Center Of Baton Rouge, If you are passionate about making a difference in health care please visit SSCBR.com

Lane Regional Medical Ctr EQUAL OPPTY EMPLOYER www.lanermc.org Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, Now Hiring! www.marybird.org

LOUISIANA WAR VETERANS’ HOME Jackson, Louisiana Seeking Part Time RN, with potential to become permanent. With SNF long term care exper. preferred. Contact Human Resources 225-342-8998 Ext 215 or 252 225-634-5265 Ext 215 or 252 Equal Oppty Employer LPN Floater to cover the Livingston and Springfield Clinics 12 month LPN needed to float with Family Nurse Practitioner. Areas will include Livingston and Springfield. Must possess current Lic. to practice in Louisiana. Must have 2 years or more exp. working in a hospital or clinical setting. Must be a team player, dependable, and organized. Must be able to multi task and work closely with LPN Floater to cover ALL CLINICS 12 month LPN needed to float with Family Nurse Practitioner. Areas will included are East Feliciana, West Baton Rouge and Livingston Parishes. Must possess current Lic. to practice in Louisiana. Must have 2 years or more exp. working in a hospital or clinical setting. Must be a team player, dependable, and organized. Must be able to multi task and work closely with Please submit resume to bbrooks@rkmcare.org

NURSE PRACTITIONERUrgent Care (PRN) The Baton Rouge Clinic Urgent Care clinic is seeking a PRN Nurse Practitioner to provide general medical care and treatment to patients in an urgent care setting. Individual must be available for both weekday and weekend shifts. Must have previous Nurse Practitioner experience. Current RN and NP license required. Please send your resume along with salary requirements to Attn: Employment Coordinator, Fax 225-246-9105, or employment@ brclinic.com

The Baton Rouge Clinic 7373 Perkins Road Baton Rouge, LA 70808

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*LPN Full Time * LPN PRN * RN Full Time * RN Part Time * CNA/Nurse Tech Full Time * CNA/Nurse Tech PRN * Occupational Therapist Full Time * Occupational Therapist PRN * Physical Therapist PRN * Social Worker PRN Interested candidates should apply online at www.brgeneral.org or for more information call 225-231-3113

MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (Full-Time)

Large multi-specialty clinic in Baton Rouge seeks a highly qualified Medical Technologist to work as a generalist. Candidate must have necessary licensure. Hours are 9a-6pm. Please send your resume along with salary requirements to Attn: Employment Coordinator, Fax 225-246-9105, or employment@ brclinic.com

The Baton Rouge Clinic

NOW HIRING RN Charge Nurse All positions require previous experience and proper certification Please Apply In Person ST. FRANCISVILLE COUNTRY MANOR 15243 LA-10 St. Francisville LA 70775

NURSE PRACTITIONER

Large multi-specialty clinic is currently seeking a fulltime Nurse Practi-tioner to provide general medical care and treat-ment to patients in a clinic setting. Individual will perform physical exams and preventive care within the guidelines and instructions prescribed by the Physician. Must have previous Nurse Practitioner experience. Current RN and NP license required. We offer a strong benefits package & salary is commensurate with experience. Please send your resume along with salary requirements to Attn: Employment Coordinator Fax 225-246-9105, or employment@ brclinic.com .

The Baton Rouge Clinic

7373 Perkins Road Baton Rouge, LA 70808

OB-GYN CLINIC NURSE NEEDED IMMEDIATELY for very busy practice. Full -time position with competitve salary and excellent benefits pakcage. Great work environment. Applicants must have valid nursing license & CPR certification. OB-GYN experience preferred. Must be a team player. Email resume to info@thewomensclinic.com

7373 Perkins Road Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Needed Exp’d Caregivers 225-930-4790 www.HISCapplication.com

NMC CLINIC Certified MA (PM&R) Patient Registration Clerk Apply online at www.TheNeuro MedicalCenter.com North Oaks Health System Hammond, LA (985) 230-5715 NOW HIRING Nurses-CNAs Transportation/ Van Driver needed & Weekend Ward Clerk position available12 hour shift LPN full time night shift All positions require previous experience and proper certification Please Apply In Person ST. FRANCISVILLE COUNTRY MANOR 15243 LA-10 St. Francisville LA 70775 Peds/surgery. medical assist. 3yrs exp. required. Fax CV to 225-757-7805.

OR Radiologic Technologist

Full and Part Time. Monday to Friday shifts, no weekends, no holidays, minimal call. Experienced operating room Rad Tech needed for fast paced surgical hospital offering excellent benefits and work/ life balance. Ideal candidates will have previous surgical experience and must have current LSRT and ARRT credentials as well as BLS certification. Please visit www.sscbr.com to apply online or submit resumes to hr@sscbr.com Pediatric Gastroenterologist for placement in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Travel to multiple worksites is required. Must have MD or Foreign Equivalent; Completion of Pediatrics Residency Program; B/C in Pediatrics; Completion of Pediatric Gastroenterology Fellowship Program; B/E or B/C in Pediatric Gastroenterology; and possess or be eligible for a Louisiana Medical License. Must have legal authority to work in the U.S. Send resumes to: Kathy Prejean, Our Lady of the Lake Physician Group, LLC 5000 Hennessy Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70808.

Business Services Directory

Air Cond. - Heating

CALL CALVIN’S Sales, Service, Installation 752-5014 PALS AC & ELECTRICAL No overtime ratres Call Johnny, 225-439-5173

Appliance Repair LAMB’S REPAIR. AC’s, Refrig., stoves, washer/ dryers. Call 387-8080, 627-9358

Basketball Goals Goals & Poles- Basketball Goal Sales & Installation Since 1982. 225-923-0622 www.goalsandpoles.com

Brick E J’ s MASONRY Brick & Block No Job Too Small, Quality Work. We work wkends. 225-229-0963.

INLAND Masonry , quality work, all phases, over 30 yrs exp, free est. 261-4914. Masonry By George Brick & tile, free est. 225-665-6187

Cabinets/Woodwork Custom Cabinets Refacing Remodel & Light Carpentry 35yrs exp 225-936-3163

Carpentry BEAT ALL ESTIMATES Small to BIG JOBS. Comm & Res 30yr exp. ALSO Floors, Paint. Free Est 225-272-7697

Paul Short Home Improv. Repairs, Siding, Overhang, Lic/Ins 225-335-2148

HGA, an engineering services company, is continuing its rapid growth. (www.hga-llc.com) Hiring in Baton Rouge for: Mechanical Engineer w/PE. Civil Structural Engineer w/PE. Senior E&I Designer/ CheckerPrior engineering consulting company, and oil & gas, petro-chemical, or refinery experience required. Email: Careers@hga-llc.com

SJB GROUP, LLC Surveying CAD Tech HR@SJBGroup.com

LICENSED PLUMBERS

Crane Operator Training Lift Tech and River Parish Community College Enroll-ing Now for Crane Operator Training Program. See ad under Schools

Exp’d Vet Tech needed Send resume to: nola8475@gmail.com

JACOBS ENGINEERING www.JACOBS.com Local & Global Opport.

Carpentry Services- New & old. Lrg& sm. Renovations & Repairs. DON, 939-8877

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors www.Hargrove-epc.com

H&K Engineering 225-448-5500 recruiting@hkengr.com

LICENSED PLUMBERS

Class "A" Pipefitters Must pass drug screen & have TWIC/ OSHA. CDL lic a plus. Must have reliable transportation. Exp a plus. ***Call 225-665-7803***

EXCEL: Skilled Crafts positions. www.excelusa.com

Industrial Tech. Skills

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CLASS A DRIVERS & OO. Must be 25 yrs or older with 3 yrs tractor trailer exp. Local NO/BR. Call 225-383-3100

DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED IN BATON ROUGE! Become a driver for Stevens Transport! NEW DRIVERS CAN EARN $850/WEEK! NO CDL? No problem! We can help get you trained! 1-800-395-3693

Industrial Tech. Skills

Engineers/ Chemists

Medical

Home360 - 225-926-HOME Craftsmen In Every Field. www.home360.us

Carpet Installers CARPET, Wood, Vinyl Tile Install, repair & restretch. Call 806-9044 or 926-2442

Ceramic/Marble/ Granite Tile Ceramic Tile, Hardwd Lam. Floor., & Renovation. Free Est. Call 225-287-8259.

Companions/Sitters PERSONAL HOMECARE SERVICES Specializing in Live-In Care 877-336-8045

CNA for hire. $10/hr. or live-in flat rate. Exc. ref’s. avail. 337-658-7794

Computer Service

PIPE FABRICATOR WANTED - DAY & NIGHT SHIFTS. MIN 5 YRS EXP IN PIPE FAB SHOP REQ’D. MUST HAVE GOOD LAYOUT AND CUTTING SKILLS. TOP PAY WITH BENE-FITS. FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED CO. 225-356-2088 LV MSG

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COMPUTER DOCTORx House calls. NoFixNoPay $35-$75-$95 225-803-8241 Help w/Windows 25 years

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Concrete Work

MAGGIO CONCRETE Form, dig, pour & finish. Driveways, patios, sidewalks, parking areas. Res/ Comm’l foundations. Also breakout & haul away concrete. INSURED…After you call the rest, call the best.225-266-7764/448-0803 Stevens Construction INC. Concrete, asphalt, dirt wrk Res./ Comm’l., 40 yrs. exp. Culverts, parking lot, drives. Found’s, limestone. " WE DO QUALITY WORK " 225-647-7088 * 225-744-3925 Licensed & Insured Demo/Drainage/Trucking Drew Concrete, LLC Parking lots, Driveways, Breakouts, Patios, Sidewalks. Licensed & Insured Free Estimate 225-636-0269 All types of Cement Work Break out, dig out, form up and pour. Large & small jobs. Free est. 225-405-3231.

DRIVEWAYS, SIDEWALKS, Patios, 40 years exp. Call Frank at 225-229-0851.

Demolishing LICENSED DEMOLITION contractor. Demolition and removal, lot cleaning, debris hauling & dirt hauling. 225-718-9312 ***AAA*** Clean-up & Trash Hauling 7 days/wk. Call 225-590-1017

Dirt-Sand-Shell RICHFIELD RIVERSILT Bulk Mulch Products, Limestone gravel, mason sand, fill sand, top soil & riversilt. Residential contractors. 766-6091 DIRT, SAND, GRAVEL, Pine Mulch & Limestone. Evenly spread. Flwr. Bed Mix. Lot grading, mowing. 355-4051 anytime. H.C. Kinchen. DIRT, SAND & GRAVEL. Tractor avail. Lot grading, driveways form & finish, house pads. Swimming pool fill-in. Dave, 939 2192 MATERIAL RESOURCES Crushed Asphalt rock $22.50/ton picked up. Can deliver. 225-267-6464 DIRT, BASIN SAND, Gravel, Tractor work available. 225 931-4468/225 262 0961

Doors *Doors &Door Hardware* Install & Repair. Insured Commercial/Residential Call Daniel, 225-436-2759.

JIM JEANSONNE. 766-1268. Replace, adjust & fine tune doors. Lic/Bonded.

Drywall Finishing

Electrical Work

SIMPLE ELECTRIC. Prof. work. Lic/Ins/bond. 30+ yrs exp No job too sml/lrg. Call 225-921 2633

CALL CALVIN’S Lic. & Insured 225-752-5014

Lic/Insured Gen. Contractor. Carpentry, tile work, etc. 40yrs. exp 225-278-0405

House Leveling

COLONIAL ELECTRIC Prefer Small Jobs Lic & Ins 225 715 3064 ELECTRICAL SERVICE Small or large jobs. Lic. Insured. 225-508-2109

Home Improvement/ Remodeling

TRIPLE J- Elect, Appliance Repair, Generator sales/ ser. & more 225-573-1994.

AFFORDABLE FOUNDATION Repair. House leveling & lifting. Pier homes or slabs. Level mobile homes Fully insured. Call 225-343-0222

House Cleaning

IRON FENCES, Gates & Rails. Licensed & Insured. Call 225 753 1217.

Firewood FIREWOOD - All season Red Oak, Delivered or you pick up. 225-247-2719/774-3668 Firewood! Half a cord, $125. Full cord, $250. Will deliver. 225-270-1897 / 225-664-3241 SEANSONED OAK FIRE WOOD, $150 1/2 CORD SPLIT & DEL. 225-329-9642 SEASONED FIREWOOD Pickup or delivery. W hole cord,half cord. 225-610-0879

Flooring BEAT ALL ESTIMATES we install laminate, ceramic, wood @ $1.50 sf *Carpet Carpentry/Paint. 272-7697

*THIBODEAUX FLOORING * Sand&Finish*Buff &Recoat Call 225-572-6622.

Gutters/Gutter Cleaning Magnolia Gutters & Sheet Metal. Free Est/35 Yrs exp. Lic/Ins. 6" continuous gutters. Awnings & chimney tops. 225-439-4410 S & S GUTTERS. No job too small! Clean/repairs. Free Ests. 225-445-2752.

Handyman Glen’s Handyman Services Carp., Elec., Plumb., Paint., Floors, Kit., Bath, Doors Mbl. Home repair. Rental propertyMaint.225-385-3853 Carpentry, Painting, Drywall Repair, Roof Repair & Washing, Tile, Plumbing. 23 years exp. 225-305-0585

Hauling A’s Trash Hauling, Debris Removal. Handy Man, Odd Jobs, Alfred, 225-235-1455

225-755-8383

MRS. CLEAN MAID Serving the B.R. area since 1984. Lic., bonded & insured. Screened, trained, exp. maids. 225-664-9053 We do it all! (I mean everything) One call thats all. House Cleaning, Ironing, Yard work, etc 225-505-9356

GUARANTEE GIRLS Locally owned & op 30 yrs. Ins./Bonded. 225-756-3900. KIM’S CLEANING At Your Request Res. & Comm. 225-963-6066 You Tried the Rest, Now Try the Best! Great Rates! Serving all areas. 590-6906

House Washing Ballard’s House Washing Since 1973, 15K + houses washed. Call 225-921-4101.

Land Clearing S & K CONTRACTORS : Land Clearing, Lot Leveling, Pond digging & house pads. No job too big! 225-936-8830

Land Clear/Dirt Construction-Land Clearing * Good Prices! 225-634-5818*225-939-3968 "WE DO IT ALL!" Complete Site Prep. Clearing & Clean Up. 413-8385

Landscaping Flowerbed Clean-up weeding, trimming, mulching. Lawn & Bed Maint. Sodding LIC#4188 INS. 225-755-9016 SAMSON SERVICES, LLC Landscape, Irrigation, Drainage. Lic. horticulturist #3739. Ph: 225-938-6786

AMERICAN II LAWN SRVC Fall Clean-up land-scapng. 50% off. Call 225-305-0571. DASC. LAWN & MORE D Landscaping, remodels fencing. Lic./Ins. 276-9513

25 Yr. Exp. Drywall Finisher. Free est.! All types! No job too big! Lic. & Ins. 936-8410

BIG CASH FOR JUNK CARS. FREE TOWING 225-302-6455

LET’S MAKE YOUR YARD BEAUTIFUL! The Other Side Landscapes. 229-6767

Sheetrock Repair 30 yrs. Exp- No Job Too Small. John Langlois 225-223-0790

Home Improvement/ Remodeling

MARANATHA LANDSCAPE & HORTICULTURAL SERV. 30+yrs exp. 225-400-8697

Electrical Work Ray’s Electric Repairs Circuit breaker box install, repairs, etc. Reasonable rates. L&I. 225-284-5951

Property Management RE/MAX First Prop. Mgt-Sales-Leasing 291-1234

Cangelosi Lawn LLC Lawns starting @ $35 Prompt & Dependable SBR/Prairieville area CALL 225-274-7239 $$ Ever-So-Green LLC $$ We Do It All Winter Cleanup, Mow, Edge, Weedeat, Trim, Blow, Leaves Vacuumed, Cleanup Flower beds, Same day svc. 7 days/wks

225-590-2660

Fencing C&C FENCE SERVICES - 30 yrs. Wood fence specialist. Repairs. Free est. 235-8006

Lawn-Yard Service

Bayou Lawn Service Free est. Fully insured. Call Mark or Peter 318-201-4714; 318-587-0306

I cut yards, do flower beds, rake & mulch leaves. Affordable! 225-266-1069

Painting/Papering BEAT ALL ESTIMATES Quality wrk ù 25yr. Int/Ext Paint carpentry, all flooring pressurewash 225-272-7697

Brousseau Painting, Interior/ Exterior. 25 yrs exp. Refs. Free est. 225-241-8488 Flawless Painting & Con. Great price guaranteed! Call Jonathan: 225-772-4405 Husband & wife. Christians w/ 40yrs exp. Free Est. 225-315-1996 *225-226-0636 JT’s PAINTING. Int/Exterior, Pressure wash & Sheetrock Repair. Lic. 225-236-2976. RETIRED Teacher, Father Daughter, Int & Ext. Free Est. 225-936-9256/301-3356

Plumbing J’s PLUMBING. LMP#4979 24/7 Svc. Mention this ad& receive $25 off. 10+ yr exp www.jsplumbing.co*BBB accredited. 225-910-7715 CALL A RETIRED PLUMBER Free Est. Kit. & Bath Repairs, leaky faucets. Military Discount 225-753-3538/938-2487 NATHAN TODORA PLUMBFive Fold Maint., Sewer Repairs, Remodeling, Free Est. LMP #1310. 752-2819

CALL CALVIN’S Licensed/ Bonded/Insured LMP 1773. 752-5014 Tim’s Proficient Plumbing LM P 2233, all plmbg, gas, repairs. WH’s. 571-7853

Ponds FISH STOCKING Discount Prices * Free Del 1-800-362-3390 www.parkersfishfarm.com

Pond Maintenance. Fountains, Aerators, & Vegetation Control. 225-247-3574

Pressure Washing

ALL OUTDOOR Construction & Home Improvement, Call 225-292-4171.

Samson Serv., LLC Irrigation Repair & Install Irr. Lic. #0513. 225-938-6786

*Action Power Cleaning* Res./Comm. Lic./Ins. Homes, buildings, patios, driveways,sidewalks, windows,decks,mobile homes & more. Free Est. 223-3206

Brother’s Construction. All Remodeling Needs. Lic. Insured. BBB. 225-335-3131

Special for Christmas! Let’s us clean your flowerbed! Call 225-993-9204

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Sales, Prop. & Assoc. Mgt. Adam Campo Real Estate 225-295 3035

Resumes PROFESSIONAL RESUMES Call 225-474-4923

Roofing Repair 34 YEARS LOCAL EXP. in built up & all types of shingle roofing. Same crew 20 yrs., hand nail. 5 yr. leak Free Warranty 225-383-3072 BEST PRICE ON ROOFING! GET A FREE ESTIMATE ! U will B glad you did. 27 yrs, loc. Any questions, Call Jimmy 225-975-1764.

Tree Service

NOTICE TO READERS To the best of our knowledge, all ads under Tree Service in the Business Service Directory represent legitimate offerings by responsible contractors. However, The Advocate does recommend that readers exercise normal business caution in responding to ads, in particular where up-front money is requested. For license details visit www.ldaf.state.la.us SOUTHERN TREE Tree Removal, Stump Grinding, Trimming & Emergency Storm Work. Lic. Arborist 39yrs. exp. Free Est. Call 225-235-1743

LEAKS STOPPED Any type Roof, Painting & Carpentry Wrk Over 40 yrs exp. FreeEsts. Jim 338-6809

AFFORDABLE TREE CARE LLC & Stump Grinding. Lic. & Insured. LDAF #159402. 225-964-0606*225-683-3481

A1 Professional Roofing Free Est. Lic. & Ins. 343-4251 a1proroofing@gmail.com

Samson Serv., LLC * Cert. Arborist #6769A. Stump grinding. Affordable rates! Call 225-938-6786.

A-TEAM ROOFING Lic . Leaks, Repairs/Reroofing. 225- 907-3489 Expert roofer METAL SHINGLE FLAT. Lic. Insured. Brother’s Const. New & Repair. 335-3131. Stevenson Roofing * Specializing in Flats/ Shingles & Patch work. 225-620-1890 STOP THAT LEAK! We do roofing, carpentry, drywall. Free est. 937-0018 SUNRISE Roofing & Const. Lic. * Fully Insured * BBB Free est. 225-272-2181 BROTHER’S CONST. Lic. & Insured. BBB. Vinyl, Hardie Stucco. Free Est. 335-3131.

Tree Service NOTICE TO READERS Sec. 6:386.1. Large material to be removed by contractor. (City) (a) Any person, business or other entity engaged in business of tree service who in the course of business fells or trims any tree, shall be responsible for the removal of the tree and its components from the premises where the tree was felled, and shall not place the tree or its components or other large lumber refuse on any part of the premises or adjoining servitudes or rights-of-way for removal. (b) If the contractor fails or refuses to remove a felled tree and/or its components, the owner of the premise shall be responsible for removing the material in accordance with subsection (a), (c) Anyone violating the provisions of this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine of not more than five hundred dollars ($500.00) or six (6) months imprisonment or both. (Ord. No. 9838, & 1. 2-23-94)

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Steve Robins Tree Serv. 50 Yr Exp * Lic. & Ins. Free Est- EBR. 225-925-0610

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Physician Assistant (Full-Time) Physician Assistant needed in surgery de-partment to provide health care services to patients under direction and re-sponsibility of physician. Duties include examining patient and compiling medical data, ordering diagnostic tests, as well as injections, suturing, and wound care as delegated by physician. Must have current NCCPA certifica-tion and at least 1 year of experience working as a Physician Assistant. Please send your resume along with salary requirements to Attn: Employment Coordinator Fax 225-246-9105, or employment@ brclinic.com .

The Baton Rouge Clinic

7373 Perkins Road Baton Rouge, LA 70808

LPN’s

Mon-Fri 3-11 shift

LPN’s PRN

all shifts Please apply in person or email resume to: 11188 Florida Blvd. or submit resume to: Cleblanc@ plantationmgt.com

The world’s most trusted non-medical homecare company is seeking a Staffing Coordinator to join our Administrative Team. Candidate must be organized, dependable, possess strong communication skills and able to multi-task in a fast pace environment. Experience in healthcare and scheduling preferred. Email resume & salary requirements to WOMAN’S HOSPITAL Visit us online www.womans.org

Pointe Coupee Heathcare Position Available Weekend RN’S Please send resume to: JTircuit@plantationmgt.com

Or Apply in person at: 1820 False River Drive, New Roads, La.70760

PRIVATE DUTY NURSE AIDES needed for daytime hours & weekend work. Experience required. Call between 8a-3p, M-F. 225-767-0095

Office Clerical

1480 ARTICULATE Professional needed to handle incoming calls. Spanish A+. Call 225-766-1111

FULL TIME LEASING CONSULTANT Needed for B.R. Apt. Community. Must have Tax Credit Experience and Excellent Customer Service Skills Fax resume to: 225-275-3550

Masters level social workers and counselors needed to provide intensive inhome counseling services (MST). Send resume Cfurusa01@yahoo.com Spectrum Rehab Services has immediate openings for Mental Health Counselors in Ascension, Baton Rouge, & Central areas. Bachelor’s & Master’s Level and Exp. working with children preferred. Email resume to: spectrum7856@gmail.com or fax 225-665-7856

Restaurants/ Hotels/Clubs

1540 Exp’d FT BARISTA for local Coffee shop. Resume to: mfolse1@gmail.com GINO’S seeking SERVERS & BUSSERS. Fine Dining Exp Nec. Apply Between 2pm5pm. Mon-Fri at 4542 Bennington Ave. L’Auberge Baton Rouge Now Hiring - To Apply www.pnkinc.com/career Looking for an exciting position, apply online at, www.hollywoodbr.com RUTH CHRIS Now Hiring FT Server Apply in person, 4836 Constitution Ave. Mon.-Fri.

www.crownebaton.com 4728 Constitution Ave. Baton Rouge, LA

Sales/ Marketing

1560 ACCEPTING Applicants For Call Center. $10 - $12 Per Hr, Benefits, $13 - $15 Per Hour After 60 Days With Bonuses. Call 225-224-6625 Automotive Sales Cecil Graves Chevrolet GMC Truck, Inc.

Growing CPA firm

seeks motivated individual for tax department. CPA and prior experience preferred by not required. Candidate must exhibit good communication and supervisory skills. Excellent opportunity for advancement. Compensation DOE. Send resumes to: careers@fw-cpa.com Jeffrey’s Collision Center is seeking an Exp. Collision Estimator. Contact Ray at: 225-243-5566.

JOB FINDERS

jobfinders@bellsouth.net LA Relay: Communication, Bilingual-Span/Eng- Communication & Captioning Assts all shifts. 225-2914500 workforhamilton.com

Registered Medical Technologist

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The Care Center is NOW HIRING FOR:

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Pinnacle Home Health /Hospice, is seeking Full Time qualified candidates for the position of Answering Service Agent. Located in Baton Rouge, LA, our answering service agents receive incoming calls from patients and referral sources in a fast paced call center environment. Agents will use warm and professional greetings and accurately gather relevant information for the our messaging and on call process. Morning, evening and weekend shifts available. *Call center and healthcare experience is a plus *Excellent customer service and communication skills Fax Resume to 225-214-1232 Attn HR or find our post on Indeed.com .

Professional/ Administrative

LITIGATION PARALEGAL needed. 3 yrs. exp. req’d. Email: careers@bswllp.com

Looking for Sales People ∂Highly Motivated ∂Technology Savy ∂Opportunity for Growth

New and Used Car Sales options at one location. Will provide Training. Email Resume to: CecilGravesiii@ CecilGraves.com Carmouche Insurance, Inc: “A Louisiana Company Providing World Class Service." We are aggressively expanding each of our 4 loc’s in both personal & commercial dept’s. Do you have P&C exp. in SALES/ SERVICE or BOTH & want to be rewarded for your hard work? Send resumes TODAY to: insurancejob1000@ gmail.com

LOUISIANA STAFFING 225-621-3212 225-621-3210 - FAX

Sign on bonus offered The Baton Rouge General Medical Center is seeking experienced and new graduate Registered Medical Technologist. This candidate will be responsible for the routine and special clinical laboratory tests on patient specimens. Correlates and interprets data based on knowledge of techniques, principles and instruments. Must possess a current Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Generalist license issued by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners. Qualified candidates should apply online at www.brgeneral.org or apply in person at the Baton Rouge General Mid City.

RN’sMidcity and Bluebonnet Campus Opportunities The Baton Rouge General Medical Center is currently seeking Registered Nurses. These positions are full-time, day or night & twelve hour shifts. A current LA RN license is required; experience is preferred. Interested candidates should apply online at www.brgeneral.org, or apply in person at the Baton Rouge General Medical Center. St James Place View available jobs at stjamesplace.hyrell.com St. Joseph Hospice, LLC Visit Our Website At www.StJosephHospice.com THE BATON ROUGE CLINIC JOB LINE 225-246-5627 EQUAL OPPTY EMPLOYER

The Care Center is now hiring for a full time

Cook

Great Pay & benefits. Please apply in person or email resume to: 11188 Florida Blvd. BR. Email: bjones@ plantationmgt.com

The Care Center is now hiring for:

CNAs 2/10 Shift CNAs 10/6 Shift Please apply in person or submit resume by email: 11188 Florida Blvd. email address: bjones@ plantationmgt.com

The Care Center is Now Hiring for Data Entry/Staff DeveloperMust be a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Great benefits and self starter. Please apply in person or submit resume: 11188 Florida Blvd. Baton Rouge. Email resume to: bjones@ plantationmgt.com

Office Manager for a counseling agency needed to work full time between two offices, Gonzales and Amite. Send resume to: Cfurusa01@yahoo. com Snelling Personnel Serv Please see our job listing www.snelling.com/batonrouge

Wampold Companies, a Local Top 100 Company is seeking an energetic, out-going, multi-tasker for an Accounts Payable / Receptionist position . In this position you will assist to provide full cycle accounts payable while professionally handling a variety of receptionist responsibilities. AP experience is a MUST but candidates should also have good phone, communication and computer skills with experience handling critical deadlines. If you want to join our dynamic team you will enjoy competitive salary, benefits, paid time off and a 401 (k) plan e-mail your résumé to: jobs@wampold.com

Professional/ Administrative

1520 ASSOC ATHLETICS DIRECTOR FOR BUSINESS AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA UNIVERSITY Southeastern Louisiana University invites applicants for the position of Associate Athletics Director for Business Affairs for the Department of Athletics. For information on application deadlines, qualifications, and responsibilities, and to apply on-line visit https://jobs.selu.edu/ applicants/Central?quick Find=57713 Be sure to complete the entire application on-line and include all education and work experience and the names and contact information for at least three references. In addition, be prepared to attach an electronic copy of your letter of application addressing qualifications and experience, resume, and copies of transcripts from all colleges /universities attended (official transcripts required upon employment). Applicants must be committed to working with diversity. Southeastern is an AA/ADA/EEO employer. BATON ROUGE AREA CHAMBER Seeks full-time Graphic Designer. Details at brac.org/ careers . Apply via email at: info@brac.org using subject line Graphic Designer.

BRCC www.mybrcc.edu 201 Community College Dr Baton Rouge, LA 70806

EATEL

www.eatel.com/jobs Employment opportunities w/City-Parish Government visit www.brgov.com LSDVI is recruiting a Asst. Business Manager. For info and to apply go to www.civilservice.la.gov For assistance call (225) 757-3213

C.J. BROWN, Realtors LATTER & BLUM Inc., Realtors Van Eaton & Romero ABILITY TO SUCCEED IN REAL ESTATE SALES? We always have room at the TOP! Best People, Support, Brand, Commission Plans, Service & Tools! Join the TEAM that helps you accelerate your business. We know you have what it takes! Take a test drive to show us you do. www.LBRSALES.com or call 1-800-428-8294 and arrange an interview today! FT INSIDE SALES PERSON needed. Knowledge of guns, law enforcement or military exp. helpful. $12/hr. Fax resume to: 225-924-4947 or Email to: brps9530@gmail.com

Marchand’s Interior & Hardware is looking for an Exp’d Flooring Salesperson and/or kitchen & bath consultant. Full or part time positions available. Please e-mail resumes to brentley@marchands.net Now Hiring Agents , Adam Campo Real Estate. High Comm. splits 225-295-3035 "Pawn Star Employment" Apply at City Pawn 225-926-7296 Retail Salesperson Needed! Inside sales position for local tire company. Full time w/ Sat mornings. Competitive salary, 401k, insurance, paid vacation and holidays. Apply in person, contact Kirk Spring. 225356-2548

Sales Managers and Sales Agents Needed for our on-site/ instore product promotions division. We need full timeers and a few part timers to help with our currnt expansion! Some schedule flexibility. Immediate start date available. μ Promote our LARGE local brand! μ Great training and sales support. μ Earn $300-$1000 weekly μ Weekly pay checks μ Fun fast paced work atmosphere Candidates must have: μ Good running vehicle and valid license. μ Clean-cut professsional appearance. μ A track record of success Call our JOB HOTLINE @ 614-783-7191 OR EMAIL bci.salespositions @gmail.com

General Help

1600 MAKE READY PERSON needed for Prop Mgt Co. Exp. helpful but not nec. Reliable transp. a must. Health ins. & 401K. Fax resume to 225-292-2351 or apply at 5618 Superior Dr. Ste. A, Baton Rouge.

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02 Temp Farmworker Start Date 02/15/2016 end 12/15/2016 Harvest crawfish Prepare ponds Minor maintenance on farm Use hand tools Cut up bait check re-bait repair traps grade clean ice sack crawfish Apply fertilizer pesticide Plant harvest rice row crops Irrigation load unload farm field sanitation duties Minor operation of farm equip Lift up to 50lb walk bend kneel handle materials for long periods. Once hired may require a random drug test at no cost to worker. $10.18 P/H 35 hrs P/W M-F some S/S Time may vary due to mechanical weather or avail of crop. Wrk done in inclement weather. Housing avail at no cost to wrker who cannot reasonably return to residence at end of each work day. Tools supplies & equip provided at no cost to wrker. Trans & subsistence expenses to wrk site provided/paid upon completion of 50% of wrk contract or earlier if appropriate 3/4 GUARANTEE specified in USDOL Reg. 20 CFR 655.122(i) JOB contract. Employer may give bonus/ raise at his sole discretion based on performance or wrk history in addition to hrly wage. Contact Rapides Business and Career Solutions Center Chad Bynog 318-4875536 REF: Job order # 587171 Job offered by Steven Halbert Farms, Cheneyville, LA 71325

16Temp F/TLandscape Groundskeeper worker 3/1/16 12/1/16 6:30am3pm M-Sun 35hrs P/W Hrs/Day vary $11.22P/H OT $16.83(bonus/ raise Not guarantee) paid Fri Wkly Deductions Reg by federal Local state law Reg. travel Multi worksites Trans. offered from main office 1348 Seabord Ave BR LA 70810 to&from worksite E.Baton Rouge Parish. No Educ/ Exp. Req. on job training offered. All tools supplies equip req perform job provided at no cost Employer guarantees offer worker for hours equal to at least 3/4 workday in each12 wk period of total job U.S. workers offered no less than same benefits wages working conditions offered/ intends/will provide H2B Worker Trans.(including meals extent necessary lodging) to place of emply. provide/ its cost to worker reimbursed,if completes 50% employment period. Return trans.be provided completes employment period/ dismissed early by employer duties Pulling weeds by hand mowing cleaning up debris Once hired worker may be subject to a random drug test at no cost to worker. Testing positive/failure to comply with testing may result in immediate termination. Offered Pennington Lawn and Landscape LLC. Call Mike 2257610008 leave message mail 12614 Heversham Ave Baton Rouge LA 70810/ Email resume mike@penningtonla wnbr.com Apply directly Baton Rouge Business & Career Solution Center 1991 Wooddale Baton Rouge, LA 70806 225-9254327Deborah Ref: JO#587740

4Temp F/T Landscape Labor 3/1/16 -12/1/16 6:30am3pm M-Sun 35hrs P/W Hrs/Day vary $11.22P/H OT $16.83(bonus/raise Not guarantee) paid Friday (Bi weekly)Deductions Reg by federal, Local state law Reg. travel Multi worksites Trans. offered from main office 6133 Benefit Dr Baton Rouge LA 70809 to&from worksite E.Baton Rouge Livingston Ascension Parish. NoEduc/Exp. Req. on job training offered. All tools supplies equip. Req. perform job provided at no cost Employer guarantees offer worker for hours equal to at least 3/4 workday in each12 wk period of total job U.S. workers offered no less than same benefits wages working conditions offered/ intends /will provide H2B Workers.Trans.(including meals extent necessary lodging) to place of emply. provide/its cost to workers reimbursed,worker completes 50% employment period. Return trans.be provided completes employment period/ dismissed early by employer. duties Asst General lawn maintenance & install landscaping material. Cleaning up debris dig/ backfill trenches mow, trimming, edging, spread mulch by hand, watering. work in all kind of weather, perform physical activities Once hired worker may be subject to a random drug test at no cost to worker. Testing positive/failure to comply with testing may result in immediate termination. Job offered Roche Lawn Service, LLC. Call Richard 2259377220 leave message 6133 Benefit Drive Baton Rouge LA 70809 Email resume rroche1982@gmail.co m Apply directly to East Baton Rouge Business & Career Solution Center Deborah Chatman 1991 Wooddale Baton Rouge, LA 70806 2253254327 refer to Job order# 587247

04 Temp Farmworkers Start date 02/01/2016 end 11/15/2016 Plant harvest corn soybean corn row crops peas Harvest grade pecans Minor maint on farm & equip Use hand tools Apply fertilizer pesticides mulch cover transplant irrigation cultivation load unload farm field sanitation duties Minor operation of farm equip Lift up to 50lb walk bend kneel handle materials for long periods. Once hired may require a random drug test at no cost to worker. $10.18 P/H 35 hrs P/W M-F some S/S Time may vary due to mechanical weather or avail of crop. Wrk done in inclement weather. Housing avail at no cost to wrker who cannot reasonably return to residence at end of each work day. Tools supplies & equip provided at no cost to wrker. Trans & subsistence expenses to wrk site provided/paid upon completion of 50% of wrk contract or earlier if appropriate ¾ GUARANTEE specified in USDOL Reg. 20 CFR 655.122(i) JOB contract. Employer may give bonus/ raise at his sole discretion based on performance or wrk history in addition to hrly wage. Contact Concordia Career Solutions Center Becky Daye 318-757-9213 REF: Job order # 586395 Job offered by Evergreen Properties LLC, Ferriday, LA 71334 05 Temp Farmworker Start Date 02/15/2016 end 12/15/2016 Plant harvest corn soybean rice Minor maint on farm & equip Use hand tools apply fertilizer pesticide mulch cover form rows Drain flood puddle rice ponds Irrigation load unload farm field sanitation duties Minor operation of farm equip Lift up to 50lb walk bend kneel handle materials for long periods. Once hired may require a random drug test at no cost to worker. $10.18 P/H 35 hrs P/W M-F some S/S Time may vary due to mechanical weather or avail of crop. Wrk done in inclement weather. Housing avail at no cost to wrker who cannot reasonably return to residence at end of each work day. Tools supplies & equip provided at no cost to wrker. Trans & subsistence expenses to wrk site provided/paid upon completion of 50% of wrk contract or earlier if appropriate ¾ GUARANTEE specified in USDOL Reg. 20 CFR 655.122(i) JOB contract. Employer may give bonus/raise at his sole discretion based on performance or wrk history in addition to hrly wage. Contact Opelousas Career Solutions Center Paula Deualcourt 337-948-1330 REF: Job order # 587020 Job offered by Charles A Fontenot Farms, Palmetto, LA 71358 08 Temp Farmworker Start date 02/15/2016 end 12/15/2016 Plant harvest sugarcane cotton milo wheat pecans soybean corn hay Apply fertilizer pesticide mulch covering repair fences dig ditches form rows Remove debris brush Use hand tools Walk behind bailer tractor throw bails Irrigation cultivation load unload farm field sanitation duties Minor maint operation of farm equip Lift up to 50lb walk bend kneel handle materials for long periods. Once hired may require a random drug test at no cost to worker. $10.18 P/H 35 hrs P/W M-F some S/S Time may vary due to mechanical weather or avail of crop. Wrk done in inclement weather. Housing avail at no cost to wrker who cannot reasonably return to residence at end of each work day. Tools supplies & equip provided at no cost to wrker. Trans & subsistence expenses to wrk site provided/paid upon completion of 50% of wrk contract or earlier if appropriate 3/4 GUARANTEE specified in USDOL Reg. 20 CFR 655.122(i) JOB contract. Employer may give bonus /raise at his sole discretion based on performance or wrk history in addition to hrly wage. Contact Pointe Coupee Career and Solutions Center Vickie Ambrose 225-667-1874 REF: Job order # 587163 Job offered by Hess Ranch, Morganza, LA 70759/Glaser Farm Partnership, Oscar, LA 70762 Covenant Security Services, a national provider of quality guards is hiring dependable Personnel to join Our Security Staff in the Baton Rouge, LA area. We are hiring for part-time &temporary positons. Ideal candidate must be at least 18 yrs of age, highschool diploma/GED, valid driver’s license and have a TWIC card or able to obtain one. Must be able to work shift work. Retirees welcome! Above average pay. EOE www.covenantsecurity.com

* 40 HOURS PER WEEK *

$9.00 PER HOUR Plus up to $15/HR For Call Center Reps + No Experience Nec. + Paid Training + Weekly Bonuses + Paid Time Off + No Weekends Call 225-272-1833

4 Temp F/TLandscape Groundskeeper 3/1/16-12/1 /16 6:30a3pm M-Sun 35 hrs P/W Hrs/Day vary $11.22 P/H OT $16.83 (bonus/raise Not guarantee) paid Wed Wkly Deductions Reg by federal Local state law Reg. travel Multi worksites Trans.offered from main office 37128 Miller St. Prairieville, LA 70769 to & from worksite E.Baton Rouge Livingston Ascension Parish. No Educ/Exp. Req. on job training offered. All tools supplies equip req perform job provided at no cost Employer guarantees offer worker for hours equal to at least 3/4 workday in each12 wk period of total job U.S. workers offered no less than same benefits wages working conditions offered/ intends/will provide H2B Worker Trans. (including meals extent necessary lodging) to place of emply. provide/its cost to worker reimbursed,if completes 50% employment period. Return trans.be provided completes employment period/ dismissed early by employer duties Pulling weeds by hand mowing cleaning up debris applying fertilizer minor Maintenance Once hired worker may be subject to a random drug test at no cost to worker. Testing positive /failure to comply with testing may result in immediate termination. Offered Turf Pro LLC. Call Dirck 2253350880 leave message mail 37128 Miller St Prairieville, LA 70769/ Email resume dirck20@eat el.net Apply directly Ascension Career Solutions Center 1721-D South Burnside Ave Gonzales LA 70707 2256475557 Gayle refer to JO# 587234 4 Temp F/TLandscape Groundskeeper 3/1/16-12/1 / 9Temp F/T Landscaping Groundskeeping 3/1/16 12/1/16 7am 2pm M-Sun 35hrs P/W Hrs/Day vary $11.22P/H OT $16.83 (bonus/ raise Not guarantee) pd Friday wkly Deductions Reg by federal Local state law Reg. travel Multi worksites Trans. offered from 12526 Greenwell Spring Rd BR LA 70814 to&from worksite E.Baton Rouge Parish. No Educ/Exp Req. on job training offered. Shared housing offered living outside reasonable commuting area $70 pd doesnt include Utilities cost, No family housing, Uniforms cost $30pants khahi $20 shirts cost Deducted wkly All tools supplies equipment required perform job provided at no cost Employer guarantees offer worker for hours equal to at least 3/4 workday in each12 wk period of total job U.S. workers offered no less than same benefits wages working conditions offered/ intends/will provide H2B workers. Trans. (including meals extent necessary lodging) to the place of emply. provide/its cost reimbursed,worker completes 50% employment period. Return trans. be provided completes employment period/ dismissed early by employer. duties pulling weeds mowing etc. hanging Christmas décor. Cleaning up debris work in all kind of weather kneeling standing lift up 50lbs ext. Once hired worker may be subject to a random drug test at no cost to worker. Testing positive/ failure to comply with testing may result in immediate termination. Ground Pro LLC Call Ben@22528192 96 leave message/mail P.O. Box 394 Greenwell Spring LA 70739/Email ben@groun dsprolandscape.com/Appl y directly to East Baton Rouge Business&Career Solution Center Deborah Chatman 1991 Wooddale Baton Rouge, LA 70806 2253254327 refer JO# 587160

The Brighton School, seeks a full-time Custodial Maid for the elementary campus. Call 225-923-2068 Ext: 200 with message or Send Email to: rschoen@thebrighton school.org

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ACCEPTING Applicants For Call Center. $10 - $12 Per Hr, Benefits, $13 - $15 Per Hour After 60 Days With Bonuses. Call 225-224-6625 ATTENTION Maids, House Cleaners, & Housekeepers!!! -Come grow with us! -Up to $14 per hr w/ tips! -Vacation/Holiday pay! -No Nights/Weekends! Call 225-435-4260 Ext 3 Benny’s Car Wash and Oil Change. Apply Online www.bennyscarwash.com

BREC JOBS

www.brec.org/jobs Capitol Buick GMC Quick Lube Tech needed. Experience is preferred. Please apply in person at 11055 Airline Hwy.

Capitol Buick GMC Service Advisor needed. Experience is preferred. Must have computer & mechanical skills with a clean appearance. Please apply in person at 11055 Airline Hwy. DONATE PLASMA - Save a Life. You can earn up to $100 this week. Must have a valid Id and social security card. Call 225-354-0965 for an appointment .

D F/T LINE COOK D Only experienced apply. Split shifts: 6a-2p & 11a-7p. Apply in person Oakwood Village Assisted Living, 4400 McHugh Rd., Zachary.

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Nursing Home Is Now Accepting Applications For: ∂ Dietary Aide ∂ Cook Please Apply In Person At : 26739 Hwy 1032 Denham Springs, LA Green Escapes Nursery Prairieville, LA, Fax: 225-622-3792, ofc@greenescapesnursery.net.

Daily transportation will be provided to and from worksite to the following counties: Ascension, East Baton Rouge, Livingston, Orleans, West Baton Rouge, St. James, St. John the Baptist, Assumption Parishes. 8 Landscape Laborer positions available. Temporary, full time position from 03/02/2016 through 12/01/2016, 7:00-4:00, 40 Hrs/week, overtime varies, Monday - Friday, Some Saturdays required. Workers will be paid weekly at $11.22 - $12.00/hr, $16.83$18.00/hr OT, Raises and bonuses at employer’s discretion. Dig holes for plants, trees; install landscape materials, sprinkler systems, sod and/or seed; fertilize, water, weed, spread mulch, trim & cleanup using hand tools and landscaping equipment. Able to lift 50lbs, no experience required will train. Employer may make payroll deductions at employees request, Employer facilitates corresponding deductions for available health benefits. Employer facilitates housing arrangement and corresponding payroll deduction. The employer will provide workers at no charge all tools, supplies and equipment required to perform the job. The employer guarantees to offer work for hours equal to at least three-fourths of the workdays in each 12 week period of the total employment period. Initial transportation (including meals &, to the extent necessary, lodging) to the place of employment will be provided, or its cost to workers reimbursed, if the worker completes half the employment period. Return transportation will be provided if the worker completes the employment period or is dismissed early by the employer. Please inquire about the job opportunity or send applications, indications of availability, and/or resumes directly to LA SWA, Ascension Career Solutions Center, 1721 South Burnside Avenue, Gonzales, LA 70737, (225) 647-5557. Refer to JO#587134 Handicapped Man Seeking H elp Approx. 4 hrs/day. Live-in pos. in private suite +small salary. Non-smoker. BG chk & drug screening req’d. Call 225-654-6003 Handy Man needed. Reliable transportation mandatory! Call 225-284-5047

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1600 Industrial safety comp. seeking employee for deliveries/shop/fieldwo rk. TWIC & clean driving record required. $14-$16 DOE. Fax 225-744-4794 or lane.laborde@ airgas.com Landscape Laborer 30 openings. TemporaryFull time. 2/29/16-11/29/16 Groundworks Inc. Baton Rouge LA. Landscape or maintain properties. Tasks may include to cut, mow, water, plant, edge lawns, rake and blow leaves, pull, chop weeds, prune, install and repair sprinklers, haul topsoil and mulch. $11.22/hr. OT varies at $16.83/hr. 35 hours Mon-Fri possibly Sat. 7-4pm. Hours may fluctuate due to weather. No exp. or educ. neccessary - will train. must be able to lift 50lbs, work in adverse weather conditions, and pass post employment drug test paid by employer. Shared housing may be available. If used, a reasonable deduction will be made. Transportation (including meals and to the extent necessary, lodging) to the place of the employment will be provided or its cost to workers imbursed if the worker completes half the employment peroid. Return Transportation will be provided if the worker completes the employment period or is dismissed early by the employer. All work tools, supplies, and equipment provided at no cost. Transportation provided daily to main office and various work locations within East Baton Rouge, Laffayette, Livingston, Orleans, and Tangipahoa parish. Employer guarantees to offer work for hours equal to at least 3/4’s of the work days in each 12 week period of the total employment period. Fax resume to employer @ 225-357-4474. Apply at the nearest LA Worforce Agency. www.louisianaworks.net Refer to job # 587038 Landscape Laborer 50 Openings. TemporaryFull time. 2/29/2016 11/29/2016. Massengale Grounds Management, Inc., Baton Rouge, LA. Landscape or maintain properties using tools or equipment. Tasks may include to cut, mow, water, edge lawns, rake & blow leaves, plant, pull, chop weeds, prune, install sprinklers, haul topsoil & mulch. $11.22/hr, O/T varies at $16.83/hr. 35 hrs, Mon-Fri, possibly Sat, 7am-4pm, hrs may fluctuate due to weather. No exp. or educ. nec. Will train. Must be able to lift 50 lbs, work in adverse weather conditions & pass pre & postemployment drug test paid by employer. Shared housing available - if used, worker pays reasonable cost. Transportation (including meals &, to the extent necessary, lodging) to the place of employment will be provided, or its cost to workers reimbursed, if the worker completes half the employment period. Return transportation will be provided if the worker completes the employment period or is dismissed early by the employer. All work tools, supplies & equipment provided at no cost. Transportation provided daily from main office to the various work locations within East Baton Rouge, Orleans, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, & West Feliciana Parish. Employer guarantees to offer work for hours equal to at least ¾’s of the workdays in each 12-week period of the total employment period. Apply directly with the employer. Fax resume to Sonya @ (225) 343-3689 & also apply at the nearest LA Workforce Agency www.lo uisianaworks.net Refer to Job Order No. 587169. Lic. Female Massage Therapist needed! 1yr exp. teffani@medicalspa ofbatonrouge.com LIC. NAIL TECHS NEEDED Email resumes to: teffani@medicalspa ofbatonrouge.com Looking for dependable Direct Care Worker for Port Allen area. Call 225-275-3924 Maid Service Needs Maids. Must have own transportation. Competitive Pay. Call DS office. 664-9053

PERSON NEEDED for electrical, plumbing, & repairs on mobile homes. Must live in park. Roofers P/T. Loc. in Port Allen. 225-336-1219 Progressive Landscaping LLC needs 6 temporary/ full-time landscape laborers. $11.22 hr and $16.83 hr OT. M-F 6:30 AM to 4:30 PM from 3/1/16 to 12/1/16. No experience required and minimum OTJ training provided. Weed eat, edge, trimming, cutting, tilling, sodding, vegetation control. May be required to drive motorized vehicles. Must be able to lift 40 lbs often, work in hot/cold weather. job location in Baton Rouge LA No drop ins please. Possibility of performance based raise. Transportation provided to jobsite from central location. Pay is weekly. Please inquire about the job opportunity or send applications, indications of availability, and/or resumes directly to: Louisiana Workforce Commission 4523 Plank Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70805 (225) 3584579 or 8644 Carriage Court Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70817-Refer to job order #LA587418. Transportation (including meals and to the extent necessary - lodging) to the place of employment will be provided, at its cost to workers reimbursed, if the worker completes half the employment period. Return transportation will be provided if the worker completes the employment period or is dismissed early by employer. Employer provided tools, supplies and equipment required to perform the job at no charge. Employer guarantees to offer work for hours equal to at least 3/4 of the workdays in each 12- week period of the total employment period. PT Marketer Needed! Exp. a Must! Email resumes to: teffani@medicalspa ofbatonrouge.com PT Waitress, Cook & Stocker needed! Waitress & Cook must have 6 months exp. Call 225-355-5010.

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1710 COASTAL TRUCK DRIVING SCHOOL - Baton Rouge 1-800-286-8066 CRANE OPERATOR TRAINING SCHOOL Lift Tech and River Parish Community College ENROLLING NOW Crane Operator Training Program Please contact Brittany for more information (225) 450-7605 or email

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1810 100’s of Louisiana Businesses For Sale Sunbeltnetwork.com/BR Sunbelt 201-0202

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Daycares: 16 for Sale Small to very large. All S La. Sunbelt 201-0202 "LOOKING for PRIME locations to open new Subway Restaurants in your area. Both traditional and nontraditional needed. Call 800-666-4848 for info!!" ** NOTICE ** Big profits usually mean big risk. For more information about avoiding investment scams, write the Federal Trade Comm at Washington, D.C. 20580, or call the National Fraud Information Center 1-800-876-7060. " " NOTICE " " When it comes to earnings or locations, there are no guaran-tees. For free information about buying a biz op or franchise without getting scammed, write the Federal Trade Commission, Washing-ton, D.C. 20580 or call National Fraud Information Center, 1-800-876-7060. **Restaurants** 62 For Sale. All Sizes sunbeltnetwork.com Sunbelt 225-201-0202

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1860 Concert Promotion Comp. looking for Investors/ Sponsors for various major Concert/Music Festival Events. Call 225-975-4398.

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Antiques

2080 ***MERRY CHRISTMAS*** Lagniappe Antiques 2175 Dallas Dr 225-927-0531

Auctions

2120 2-Day Construction, Truck & Farming Auction Thurs. Jan. 28th & Friday Jan. 29th TAKING CONSIGNMENTS NOW Hvy Construction, Trucks, Trailers, Autos, Farming Equip., RV’s, etc… Call 800-850-2252 to discuss our flexible auction terms. Brochure deadline Friday 1/8 www.HendersonAuctions.com

Auctioneer: M. Henderson La Lic# 136-15

A HUGE ESTATE SALE! Sun. Oct. 18th at 1:30pm outhern Heirs Auction (225) 791-2440 #1060 www.southernheirs.com Gilmore Auction & Realty Co (504) 468-6800; Lic. #447 www.gilmoreauction.com V. WATTS AUCTIONEERS, INC AUCTIONEERS, APPRAISERS & LIQUIDATION CONSULTANTS. Lic. #210-12 P.O. Box 41, Livingston, LA. 70754. Call 686-7238

Collectibles

2240 PAYING CASH for U.S. & Foreign Stamp Collection, Old Letters; Documents, etc. 333-2416 - mention ad

Farm Equipment

2280 Freepoint 55gal spray rig, $700. 3pt. post hole digger $900, 3pt. hay spear $200, 3pt. dirt scoop, $375. All brand new. 225-654-4220

Jewelry/ Watches

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Lawnmowers/ Lawn Tractors

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Machinery & Tools

2480 20 ft & 40 ft. STORAGE/ SHIPPING Containers. New & Used. " Buy Direct" CONGLOBAL INDUSTRIES 504-246-7853

Pianos, Organs

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Portable Buildings

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Restaurant Equipment

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2680 Colt, Python, Winchester Collector. Wants to buy old guns. 225-937-7133 Concealed Carry Course Sr StateInstructor 335-1571 www.gordonhutchinson.com ghhutchinson@gmail.com FAMILY WANTS TO LEASE: 100-200 acres of prime deer hunting land. Will Pay Top Dollar! Call 504-214-5674.

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GONZALES ∂ Lamar Dixon Jan 2, 9-5 & Jan 3, 10-4 www.capgunshows.com RECREATIONAL WINCHES TRUCK MOUNTED. DEALERS TRUCK, 926-1070.

Utility Trailers

2770 Circle R Trlrs-All New Alum. CHEROKEE. 6x12, $2,295. No boards/paint. 225-647-0969.

Lost & Found Pets

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BERTRANDS - BUY OLD U.S. Coins Gold & Silver. Can come to you! 225-933-9711.

LOST - Cat, Snowshoe Siamese, last seen Monday, 12/14, 10390 Jefferson Hwy betw. Bluebonnet & Airline Hwy. No collar Spayed female. ANY INFO. please call 225-772-8813

I Buy Colt Pistols, Coins, Antiques & Art by Rucker & Wright. 225-202-0465.

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