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Living Well July 2012

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NORTH LOUISIANA

Hydrating the heat away Learn about how important water is this season

Working for a better life Local woman sheds weight, gains freedom

CYBER SECURITY Local experts provide tips for keeping individuals, families safe online

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As the Internet spreads to more places, the importance of online security increases, so take the time to learn more about keeping the family safe. See pages 30-33.

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Living Well Editor Elizabeth DeGrie

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Contributing Writers Taylor Aswell Alexia Hinton Lacey Mayo Kacey Richard Laura Sloan Lacey Sharp

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&ĝłIJĹ€ 4Ĺ‚ĎĴIJ -IJijĹ‚ The local theater and arts scene is ready to take off this fall with theatrical and musical selections throughout the season.

-IJĝĹĜĝĴ Ď )IJĚĽĜĝĴ )ĎĝĹ Lincoln Parish residents give back as part of the local chapter of Kiwanis International. Learn more about all they do to help Lincoln.

'ĎŠľĜğĝĎįĚĹˆ -ğİĎĚ Ruston is filled with boutiques and shops that work to keep their customers up-to-date on the latest fashion trends.

0ijijIJĹ€ĜĝĴ ÄŽ ĝIJĹ… 1IJĹ€ŠĽIJİłĜńIJ A local man has devoted his life to helping others see clearly. Learn more about his battle for the right’s of those who want to see.

-ĜĝİğĚĝ &Ĺ„IJĝĹ‚Ĺ Learn what’s on tap in Lincoln Parish for arts, theater, music and more.

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A Word From the Editor

Tconcept of living well o some people the

is all health food and exercise regimes. While those things are vitally important to a good life, it is also crucial to have a wellbalanced life. Careers, hobbies, charity, spirituality, personal safety and a whole host of other activities make for a well-rounded life. So, as usual, this edition of Living Well magazine — with everything from the upcoming theater season to a focus on fashion — seeks to help you strike a balance between healthful living and full living. Stress is one of the biggest enemies we all face each day. It makes us grumpy when we go home from a hard day at work, DQG VFLHQWLÀF VWXGLHV HYHQ suggest it can take a toll on our health — both mental and physical. One of the best ways to avoid stress is to ensure that you handle all of your business

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in a way that is conducive to not piling more stress on. Making sure you relax is very important to relieving stress. These days, much of our work and our play is done on a computer hooked into the Internet, which offers a whole host of potential security threats. That’s why this edition’s cover story focuses on making sure you and your children are safe on the Internet. Local banking, computer and law enforcement experts offer tips to help you keep yourself and your children VDIH ZKLOH VXUÀQJ WKH :HE LQ “Cyber Battleground” on pages 30-33.

For some people, hitting the stores for the latest fashions is as much a part of life as breathing. In Ruston, there are a plethora of boutiques and shops throughout the town. On pages 16-17, readers can delve a little deeper into Ruston’s world of fashion in “Fashion Frenzy.” Others enjoy spending their extra time catching the latest play or musical production, and in Lincoln Parish there is no shortage of either. For a sneak peek at what’s on tap at the two local universities and within the local arts community this year, readers should turn to “Setting the stage” on pages 6-8. The temperature is

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constantly rising, yet we all still KDYH WR NHHS ÀW GXULQJ WKHVH hottest months. So, for tips on how to avoid dehydration as the mercury rises, see “Surviving the heat wave” on pages 34-36. Striving to be healthy is, in fact, one of the best things anyone can do for themselves or for their families. Local woman Jessica Harrison has done just that. Turn to “Pushing Forward” on pages 2021 WR ÀQG WKH LQVSLULQJ WDOH RI how she decided to lose weight — for herself and her child — and found success with a little KHOS IURP KHU ÀWQHVV IULHQGV Other stories tucked in the pages of this edition display how individuals and groups are working to make the lives of local residents, children and even pets better. All of the stories are about living an active, full life. So, dig in and feast your mind on new ways to live well.

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Tfuujoh!uif!tubhf Vibrant productions scheduled throughout season

ALincoln Parish’s culture and arts rguably a small community,

scene would rival that of any metropolitan area. With two universities, along with two community arts organizations, this upcoming theater season will likely impress even the pickiest of critics. Grambling State University’s playbill includes productions in September, November, February and March. Beginning with “Miss Evers’ Boys,â€? this story follows a nurse who is aware that many of her patients are involved in the infamous Tuskegee experiment. Next “Oscar and Felix,â€? written by Neil Simon, is an updated version of the playwright’s “The Odd Couple.â€? “Crumbs from the Table of Joy,â€? scheduled in February, follows a young girl, who after the death of her mother, moves from Florida to Brooklyn with her father and aunt. Lastly, GSU plans to produce a period piece — that has yet to be chosen — as their last production in March. King David Godwin, head of GSU’s theatre department, said this year’s season PRVWO\ UHĂ HFWV WKH KXPDQ FRQGLWLRQ “The 2012-13 play season at GSU is one that depicts the passion of love for one’s fellow man and his survival in a world of chaos,â€? Godwin said. In keeping with GSU’s impressive lineup, Louisiana Tech University will showcase Ă€YH PXVLFDO DQG WKHDWULFDO SURGXFWLRQV The line-up starts in October with “KAB Man,â€? the one-act play written by Professor Mark D. Guinn, in collaboration with the advance acting class of 2010-11, is an action piece based upon characters of the Keep America Beautiful Campaign. Showing during the holiday season, “Fights before Christmasâ€? is a charitable event, in which patrons pay the admittance of canned goods in order to help Louisiana Tech in the Food Fights project. The Opera Workshop, scheduled in January, features talent from

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the music and theater departments. of Directors, said this year’s line-up was KHDYLO\ LQĂ XHQFHG E\ 7KH 'L[LH¡V OR\DO Scheduled to start in January is “Proof,â€? patrons. a play about a genius who worries about “We’ve put together a season that truly her own mental health after her father dies has something for from a lengthy mental everyone,â€? Emory illness. Karkowsa Sisters said. “Our goal is To wrap up the to be diverse in our season, “The Suicideâ€? programming and is a dark comedy plan events that our about a young Russian audiences have asked man who believes for in the past. We’re he can solve all his a community theater problems by learning that takes seriously the to play the tuba. input of our patrons.â€? Along with these Another theatrical pieces, Tech community driven will hold four musical organization, Ruston Community Theatre, performances: The Capitol Steps, Janus will showcase four productions during Trio, The Saint Louis Brass Quintet and this upcoming season. “Nana’s Naughty Danu (a traditional Irish music and culture Knickers,â€? a comedy about a lingerie club). Along with the universities, the Dixie Center for the Arts has planned a spectacular season. Grammy-nominated Marcia Ball will open the season on Sept. 13, followed by the Karkowska Sisters Duo in October, Salvadore Liberto in January, Krewe of Swing in ‡ 3RLVRQ ,Y\ ,QMHFWLRQV $YDLODEOH 1RZ February and the (Must be 18 years or older) Claire Lynch Band ‡ ,QMHFWLRQ 6HULHV PD\ EH VWDUWHG DW DQ\WLPH in March. Additional shows at The Dixie ‡ 0XVW WDNH VHULHV RI ZHHNO\ LQMHFWLRQV include a Veterans Day Tribute in ‡ &RYHUHG E\ PRVW LQVXUDQFH FDUULHUV November, the Russ ‡ &DOO IRU PRUH GHWDLOV Town Christmas production in -ON 4UE 4HU &RI AM PM No December, the Dixie 7EDNESDAY AM AM Appointment Horizon Entertainer Needed Search in February New Patient forms available online and the always popular Joe Woods Wildwood Express Show in April. 3OUTH "ONNER 3T s 2USTON ,! John Emory Browse our website for a list of our services Jr.., president of the Dixie Board

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Louisiana Tech University will again present their award-winning stage production of “KAB Man,” based on characters from the Keep America Beautiful campaign.

entrepreneur who runs a small business out of her apartment, is set to begin in September. “A Christmas Story,” the classic tale of Ralphie’s quest for a Red Ryder BB gun will play in December, followed by “Anybody Out There” in March. Concluding the season will be the Rogers and Hammerstein’s musical, “The King and I.” MaryBelle Tuten, president of the board of directors

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of the Ruston Community Theatre, said this year’s season was mainly decided based on the entertainment value of the productions. “I am excited about the season,” Tuten said. “It offers a variety of plays that were selected for their entertainment value. We are fortunate to have the Dixie Center for the Arts where we can showcase our productions.”

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community

Making Lincoln better

iwanis Club: Korganization of volunteers geared iwanis International is a global

toward changing the world by serving their community. Since 1922, the Kiwanis Club of Ruston has continued to support various organizations and activities in Lincoln Parish and surrounding areas. With the motto, “Serving the Children of the World,” Kiwanis members strive to promote health and education to all children and youth.

Initially, the Kiwanis Club of Ruston was chartered with only 50 members. The organization now has a membership of 85. It is a part of the Louisiana-MississippiWest Tennessee District of Kiwanis and is also run by 11 board members that have successfully led past service projects. Within the city, the club is known for its annual Pancake Day. Each year in November, the major fundraiser is held at

the Ruston Civic Center. “This event is more than a fundraiser but also a social gathering for the entire community,” said Dwight Anderson, a Kiwanis member. The fundraiser started in 1951 and has continued successfully throughout the years. In 2011, tickets sales for breakfast and dinner meals earned $24,000. The money earned was used to sponsor various service projects. Leadership and guidance are just a few qualities provided to the youth through the Service Leadership Programs. The Key Club, Circle K, Builders Club and K-Kids are organizations sponsored by local Kiwanis Clubs. Each club receives funding and assistance from Kiwanis. The Key Club is the oldest and largest service program for high-school students in the world. Similarly, Circle K is the largest collegiate service organization in the world. The organization has advised several of these groups in the community. They helped charter the Ruston High Key Club in 1943, the Louisiana Tech Circle K in Various prominent members of the Ruston community are members of the organization that has served the area for 90 years.

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Serving to lead 1947, the Sunrise Kiwanis Club in 1975 and the Grambling State University Circle K in 2009. Other groups supported by the Kiwanis Club include the Ruston Boys and Girls Club, Northeast Louisiana Food Bank, Special Olympics and several others. Kiwanis members help Louisiana Tech Circle K with the Special Olympics every year. During the holidays Kiwanis members host an annual Christmas Party at the Methodist Children’s Home each year and ring bells for the Salvation Army. The Kiwanis Club is also responsible for DVVLVWLQJ ZLWK WKH ÀUVW EORRG EDQN VWDUWHG in Ruston.

The Kiwanis Club works to better the lives and education of local children through various projects.

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community Each year, the Kiwanis Club raises money to use for various projects by hosting the annual Pancake Day fundraiser.

In 2001, members contributed $76,000 toward the Iodine 'HĂ€FLHQF\ 'LVRUGHU ,'' &DPSDLJQ 7KLV :RUOGZLGH 6HUYLFH Project allowed the Ruston Kiwanis Club to be the 28th largest contributor out of 7,000 clubs worldwide. “ Our contribution was enough to save the lives of 1,600,000 children,â€? said Anderson. Currently, the club is supporting the Eliminate Project. Kiwanis International’s goal is to raise $110 million and eliminate Maternal Neonatal Tetanus, a painful disease that kills one child every nine minutes. The shots to prevent the disease cost a total of $1.60 and protect the mother and all her future children. Working with Unicef, Kiwanis members plan to stop the spread of Maternal Neonatal Tetanus by 2015. ,Q WKH SDVW .LZDQLV KDYH KDG GLIĂ€FXOW\ Ă€QGLQJ D ORFDWLRQ WR accommodate all local members for various meetings. Locations have changed all over town from the old Culture Club to the basement of the old Trinity Methodist Church. Since September 2011, meetings have been held at the Ruston Country Club. Members have dues of $40 per month, which cover their weekly Thursday lunch and annual district and international dues. “We are excited to welcome young fresh faces to our organization,â€? said Anderson. Kiwanis International is open to all adults who wish to serve the community and children of the world. — By Alexia Hinton

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A trim from the TROPICS Roasted Mango Chipotle Pork Chops from the table of Lacey Sharp

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According to livingstrong.com, a baked pork chop contains about 7 grams of fat and 33 grams of protein and just under 200 calories. Pork chops are also low in saturated fats and have an array of vitamins and minerals which include B-vitamins, selenium, phosphorous and zinc. B-vitamins convert carbohydrates into energ y and also make red blood cells, protect cells from damage and promote a healthy immune system. Selenium helps form antioxidants and phosphorus helps build bones and teeth. Zinc promotes cellular growth, helps the immune system function properly and helps heal wounds.

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Lambright Sports and Wellness Center 2IIHULQJ ÀWQHVV IRU HYHU\RQH

I recently, you may have noticed a stunning f you’ve driven down Tech Drive

new addition to the scenery. Recently, the Lambright Sports and Wellness Center, located at 921 Tech Drive, completed renovations on a new facility, adding to the already extensive center. The facility now has more amenities, including aquatic facilities, state-ofWKH DUW ÀWQHVV wellness facilities and a fully stocked weight room, as well as on-site massage therapy. Lambright Sports and Wellness Center offers physical assessments, which include weight, circumference measurements, body fat percentages and cardio and resistance training programs, designed to help residents meet WKHLU ÀWQHVV DQG ZHOOQHVV JRDOV 7KH VWDII LQFOXGHV QDWLRQDOO\ FHUWLÀHG ÀWQHVV WUDLQHUV DQG DHURELFV LQVWUXFWRUV including popular yoga and Zumba Fitness

Lambright Staff Director — Bobby Dowling Assistant Director — Tony Tryon

instruction. These amenities comes with a free towel service offered to all customers. Lambright Sports and Wellness Center even has several entertainment outlets for those seeking active entertainment. The center features a six-lane bowling center, six basketball courts, ÀYH UDFTXHWEDOO FRXUWV Ping Pong, billiards, rock wall climbing and paintball facilities. And, when the workout is done, customers can even stop in at the onsite Counter Culture for a healthy pick-me-up treat. Birthday parties are available using the bowling, paintball or swimming facilities. Those interested should call the center at 257-4634 for both prices and available times. So, when you’re looking for a place to PHHW \RXU ÀWQHVV DQG ZHOOQHVV QHHGV ORRN QR further than Lambright Sports and Wellness Center, where there is something to meet everyone’s health needs.

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lines, searching through racks of clothing and conversing with salespeople. Ruston is a city with an array of available downtown shopping venues including boutiques. Shops such as Lewis Boutique, The Fashion and Embellishments make the downtown area an enjoyable place for visitors and residents. Lewis Boutique is a familyowned company, which is one of the oldest stores in the state of Louisiana. Established in 1863 Lewis %RXWLTXH ZDV Ă€UVW D PHQ¡V clothing store, forced to close in March 2005 because of poor sales. Owner Richard Lewis said he was devastated, but he relocated and decided to pursue his longterm idea of selling cosmetics. %HVLGHV FRVPHWLFV WKH VWRUH VHOOV ZRPHQ¡V clothing, jewelry and gifts. Although the boutique primarily has clothing for older women currently, they are working toward selling clothing that appeals to younger customers. Repeat customer Emily Richardson had all positive things to say about the boutique. “I love this store,â€? Richardson said. “Adding it to the Ruston area is awesome. It gives me one more wonderful option to shop through.â€?

Lewis Boutique is located on 110 N. Vienna St., and is open from 10 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Saturdays. “I like owning a business in the downtown area of 5XVWRQ ,W¡V ZKHUH , JUHZ XS Âľ /HZLV VDLG With businesses being busy primarily around the fall and summer, customers can get a sense of ZKDW¡V LQ VW\OH EHLQJ that these boutiques stay updated with ZKDW¡V QHZ A lot of the fall fashion trends are PDLQO\ LQĂ XHQFHG by the autumn trends from 2011. Although this is a new millennium, the one thing that store owners say stays in fashion is the ¡V Âł IURP WKH Ă DUH DQG ZLGH OHJ SDQWV DOO WKH ZD\ to the biker and punk look. As leather seeps through WKLV \HDU¡V IDVKLRQ ZLWK SLHFHV VXFK DV YHVWV KDWV WURXVHUV and asymmetrical tops, it is clear leather is making a comeback from the 90s. With The Fashion of Ruston selling all items IDVKLRQLVWDV ORYH DQG OLYH IRU LW¡V WKH SHUIHFW SODFH IRU people to shop for evening wear, as well as day wear.

Interested in the fashion timeline of Lewis Boutique? Learn more about the longtime downtown staple in the next edition of Living Well magazine.

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approaching families for consent for donor eye tissue upon the death of their loved ones or family members,� Arnold said. “If the family gave consent, we took them into a surgical environment and removed the part of the cornea for transplantation.� From there, Arnold said the donor tissue is sent to be tested for any type of disease or infection that could be passed along to the recipient, and if it is clean, Arnold it is sent to the ophthalmologist, who then begins the transplantation surgery. Arnold said he was the person responsible for removing the tissue from the donor’s cornea, something he did not think he would be doing with a background in nursing.

and emphatic “yes.â€? “If you can imagine closing your eyes and thinking that that was going to be all you would see for the rest of your life, and then opening them up and seeing light, I can’t even tell you how good that feeling was,â€? he said. “I would be blind today, but my vision is still near perfect, and I am so thankful for that.â€? It was around 1992 when Reas said he came in contact with Arnold, who recently retired from his position after 20 years at the Louisiana Lions Eye Bank, and started the road to changing his life. “I came in contact with Mel through a corneal transplantation,â€? Reas said. “I was almost blind. I had a corneal defect in my left eye, and I was already having problems with my right eye. I was really dependent on having something done.â€? Reas was looking to correct his vision problem through “I can’t tell you enough the feeling of gratitude that I have a cornea transplant, a procedure which takes donor cornea for being a part of the whole process, and to know that tissue and transplants it into the patient’s eye. someone can see because of some small thing that I did.â€? “These transplants may sound rare, but they are actually very common,â€? Reas said. “Every day (in Louisiana) there are around 250 people on the waiting list for a cornea and — Mel Arnold, retired Tissue Recovery most of them are just waiting on a donor.â€? Coordinator, Lions Eye Bank Reas said the procedure can be done in almost any RSKWKDOPRORJLVW¡V RIĂ€FH DQG LW KDV D SHUFHQW VXFFHVV rate. “Cornea transplants aren’t like other organ transplants,â€? “I worked in nursing for quite a while and then received a call he said. “Anybody can receive a cornea from anyone else. The one day from a group wanting to interview me for the position person doesn’t have to have the same blood type or be cross of tissue recovery coordinator for Northeast Louisiana,â€? he said. matched with the donor.â€? “The job required me to hold that position at all the hospitals and The man responsible for helping Reas receive that transplant medical centers in Northeast Louisiana. There are around 30 total, was Arnold, who had just started with the eye bank himself. so I knew I was in for a busy time.â€? “My job began at the Lions Eye Bank in 1992, and it entailed Arnold said he began training at the eye bank to remove donor tissue, and over the years he watched his skills get better and better. “They trained us very thoroughly,â€? he said. “But we still were having issues, and we weren’t able to do as many transplants as we would have liked.â€? Reas said when he was waiting for his donor cornea tissue for his surgery in the early ’90s, getting donors was a much more challenging endeavor for those looking for a cornea transplant than it is now, and that Arnold was one of the main forces behind changing that trend in North Louisiana. “Mel pioneered the way in this part of the state,â€? Reas said. “Before he came along, there weren’t many hospitals going in to take the time to request and recover the eye tissue.â€? $UQROG VDLG DW Ă€UVW YHU\ IHZ KRVSLWDOV ZRXOG DOORZ WKH eye bank to request donor tissue from families, meaning the supply of tissue to help those in need of a cornea transplant was slim to none. “It took a lot to get into the door, a lot of talking and

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HT persuasion,” he said. “But I was ÀQDOO\ DEOH to get in that door, and the hospitals worked well with me over the years.” Arnold said that persistence working to get donations from those at hospitals even led to the formation of the Louisiana Request Law, which mandates that all hospitals are required by law to approach families upon death of a family member or loved one for the purpose of donating organs upon meeting certain requirements. While obtaining consent from family members was important to Arnold, he said he was more concerned with making sure the families were comfortable with the organ donation they promised.

“It just makes me feel so good to know there is a law on the books that makes people at least have to talk about organ donation,” he said. “Not being offered the option of donation is something no one should have to miss out on.” Arnold said helping give sight back to Reas and the hundreds of others he helped over his FDUHHU JDYH KLP JUHDW MR\ DQG IXOÀOOPHQW “I think that being part of this whole process of going in and talking to the family to get tissue, and then helping someone who may go blind waiting on the darkness is an amazing thing,” he said. “I can’t tell you enough the feeling of gratitude that I have for being a part of the whole process, and to know that someone can see because of some small thing that I did. I am overjoyed to know I am a part of that.”

Arnold and Reas both said people should consider being organ donors because someone never knows how much they can change someone’s life even after death. “Organ donations are up to the family of the deceased after they pass,” Reas said. “So it is important to talk to your family about donation.”

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MINDEN MEDICAL CENTER & THE WOMEN’S CLINIC ARE PLEASED TO WELCOME THEIR NEWEST PHYSICIAN Dr. LaTashia Upton chose to become part of Minden Medical Center and The Women’s Clinic because of the strong spirit of service and dedication to the community. “There is an undeniable close-knit, positive work environment which I look forward to being a part of.â€? %W ER EHZSGEXI JSV [SQIR´W LIEPXL (V 9TXSR [ERXW XS TVSZMHI LIV TEXMIRXW [MXL E WIRWI SJ GSR½HIRGI ERH empowerment through education as well as personalized, quality care.The Women’s Clinic provides a full range of obstetrical and gynecologic services including: Annual Well-Women Exams, Bone Density Screenings, Contraceptive Counseling, Laparoscopic & Minimally Invasive Techniques including Hysteroscopic Guided Sterilization with EssureÂŽ devices, Urinary Incontinence Treatment, Menopause Management and Prenatal Care throughout Pregnancy & Delivery. Dr. Upton is accepting new patients at The Women’s Clinic located at 307 North Monroe in Ruston. Appointments may be made by calling (318) 255-9295. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology American Medical Association Louisiana Medical Society and American Chemical Society

EDUCATION MEDICAL DOCTORATE DEGREE LSU Health Shreveport School of Medicine INTERNSHIP & OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOY RESIDENCY LSU Health Shreveport, Chief Resident

PERSONAL Dr. Upton grew up in Shreveport, Louisiana and enjoys reading cooking, volunteering, church activities and Pilates in her spare time. She is genuinely committed to encouraging her patients to live a healthy lifestyle at all stages of their lives and emphasizing the importance of preventative care.

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become all the trickier. Now, people willingly place a great deal of personal information on the Internet where — even with privacy controls — any number of unsavory characters can learn all about an individual’s personal business and life. Local computer experts and law enforcement personnel agree that the best way to stay safe is to be aware of the dangers. PERSONAL SAFETY Jean Gourd, assistant professor of Computer Science at Louisiana Tech University, specializes in cyber security. While cyber security is a little different than Internet safety, many of the same principles apply. “Cyberspace is the domain in which digital information moves,� Gourd said. “The Internet is a part of cyberspace. But so are cell phones, buoys in the ocean, sensors that detect movement in your house and report it to a central location, and so on. The Internet is just a bunch of connected computers and devices.� Because of this simple format, Gourd said that keeping oneself and one’s children safe on the Internet isn’t something that requires an advanced degree. “Staying safe online turns out to be pretty simple if you implement simple, straightforward ideas,� Gourd said. “Ultimately, the most important is to simply be aware.� Knowing something about computers and the Internet is something Gourd said will help immensely to keep individuals and their families safe online.

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LINCOLN EVENTS CALENDAR MUSIC MARCIA BALL — This 2012 Grammy-nominee Louisiana native offers up a performance that features a mixture of East Text blues meets Southwest Louisiana rock. 7 p.m. Sept. 13; The Dixie Center for the Arts; Season Tickets $100, Single Tickets $20; 255-1450 THE CAPITOL STEPS — A group primarily made up of ex-Senate staffers, this comedy troupe has made more than 30 comedic albums. Their performances are made up primarily of political song satires and skits, which they’ll serve up just in time for the 2012 presidential election.

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THEATER 7:30 p.m. Oct. 9; Howard Center for the Arts on Louisiana Tech University’s campus; $10 10.5.12 KARKOWSadult, $6 KA DUO students, $5 Tech students/ senior citizens; 257-3942 KARKOWSKA DUO — This sisterly duo has captivated the nation and will entertain locally with their acclaimed classical piano and violin music. 7 p.m. Oct. 15; The Dixie Center for the Arts; Season Tickets $100, Single Tickets $20; 255-1450

‘MISS EVERS’ BOYS’ — This play highlights the story of a nurse who knows several of her patients are involved in the infamous Tuskegee experiment, which studied the effects of syphilis by pretending to treat patients for the disease. Sept. 18-21; Grambling State University; TBA; 274-2201 ‘NANA’S NAUGHTY KNICKERS’ — This comedy takes a look at the life of a lingerie entrepreneur who runs her small business out of her apartment. Sept. 27-30; Dixie Center for the Arts; TBA;

255-1450 ‘KAB MAN’ — This nationally recognized one-act play, written by Louisiana Tech University professor Mark Guinn and a class, chronicles the adventures of Keep America Beautiful Man and his trashy villains. 7:30 p.m. Oct. 16-20, Oct. 23-27; Louisiana Tech’s Stone Theatre; $10 adults, $5 students; 2573942

10.16.12 ‘KAB MAN’

FESTIVALS LOUISIANA CHICKEN FESTIVAL — This annual event VMMLYZ H ^LLRLUK ÄSSLK with art, food, music and chicken. This year promises more cackling fun that any year before. For a full list of events, contact the Dubach Restoration and )LH\[PÄJH[PVU :VJPL[` Sept. 22-23; www.drabo.org; 7771964

9.22.12 CHICKEN FESTIVAL

FINE ARTS LOUISIANA TECH ART DEPARTMENT SHOW — Art professor Nicholas Bustamante will step out of the classroom and into the limelight to display his works during [OPZ ÄYZ[ ZOV^ VM [OL ZJOVVS `LHY 6 p.m. Sept. 14, 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday-Friday Sept. 14-Oct. 26; Louisiana Tech Enterprise Center, located at 509 W. Alabama Ave.; Free; 257-5281

LOUISIANA TECH ART DEPARTMENT SHOW — This show will feature artists Jungeun Lee and Brad Wreyford. An opening reception will be held the day the show opens at 6 p.m. 6 p.m. Sept. 18, 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday-Friday Sept. 18-Oct. 16; Louisiana Tech School of Art Building, located at 5V 4H`ÄLSK :[ " -YLL"

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