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2nd Annual Gumbo Run Returns to Scotlandville, Saturday Feb. 1

The Scotlandville Professional Academy Consortium and Presenting Sponsor Geaux Get Healthy, A Project of Healthy BR are proud to present the 2nd Annual Gumbo Run. Saturday, February 1, 2020, from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon. The race will begin at Scotlandville Magnet High School located at 9870 Scotland Avenue.

This event will also serve as the Geaux Get Health Zone Initiative for the Scotlandville/ North Baton Rouge community as a part of Healthy BR’s continuing mission to improve the health and wellness for the city. It is the vision of the Mayor “…to build a healthier Baton Rouge for all.”

Last year’s Gumbo Run was the first 5K in the North Baton Rouge and Scotlandville communities. Proceeds from this event will go toward supporting the school’s academies of finance, health science, and information technology. Support includes professional development for teachers, materials, and supplies for students and work-based learning initiatives inclusive of internships.

For more than 60 years Scotlandville Magnet High School has been and continues to be, a pillar of education in North Baton Rouge. The mission of the Scotlandville PAC is to support Scotlandville’s NAF Academies through the development of relationships between business, education and local government.

To register for the run, sign up via smhsgumborun.eventbrite. com or in person at the school. If you would like more information contact Paul M. Jackson at Scotlandville Magnet High School at (225) 775-3715 or via email at pjackson@ebrschools.org.

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All Signs Point to Amazon Distribution Center Being Built in South Baton Rouge BATON ROUGE, La. - According to The Business Repot, Plans to bring an Amazon distribution and fulfillment center to the old Cortana Mall are moving along. Very little information has been released about the deal, but sources close to the situation say the deal is moving forward, says The Business Report. Rumblings of the potential deal first came to light in August.

The Business Report says Lance Ginn of Beau Box Commercial Real Estate, which represents the seller, confirms Cortana Mall has a purchase agreement on the property, though he did not say who the buyer is. It’s also unclear when the purchase may go through.

Amazon has to close deals on six separate sales at the mall site in order to finalize plans, according to The Business Report.

Those are for the mall’s interior, and one for each of the anchor tenant spaces, which are owned individually.

Once the deal goes through, it’s expected that Amazon will tear down the mall and build a new distribution and fulfillment center, The Business Report says.

Signs point to Amazon warehouse, distribution center coming to Baton Rouge old Cortana Mall

Texas High School Student Told to Cut Funeral arrangements for Dreadlocks in Order to Walk at Graduation Longtime Councilwoman Lorri Burgess Announced Texas high school student told to cut dreadlocks in order to walk at graduation MONT BELVIEU, Texas (KPRC/CNN) - A Texas high school student is set to graduate in a few months, but after receiving in-school suspension due to the length of his dreadlocks, he was told to cut his hair, or he won’t be able to walk at the ceremony.

Mother Sandy Arnold says her son Deandre Arnold has always been a good student, but lately, the Barbers Hill High School senior’s hair has been a problem, one that sent him to in-school suspension.

“An A-B student, he has duel credit classes that he’s taking. He’s not a problem,” Sandy Arnold said. “This is a part of who he is, our beliefs.”

Deandre Arnold’s family is See GRADUATION, on page 1

COCO GAUFF, FACING OSAKA AGAIN

Texas teen receives in-school suspension, can't walk at graduation over dreadlocks' length

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one most. Though Lorri B A T O N ROUGE, La. - Fuis known by the comneral arrangements munity for her tireless have now been ancommitment to public nounced for Lorri service, we know her Burgess, a longtime for her even greater member of the East commitment to her Baton Rouge Parish family as a daughter, Metro Council, who sister, aunt, niece, passed away peaceLorri cousin, and friend. fully after a brief Burgess After a brief battle battle with cancer with cancer, she passed on Jan. 15. peacefully on January 15, 2020.

Burgess’ family released We extend our sincere a statement about her death on thanks for the compassion and Tuesday, Jan. 21: support flooding in from the "Lorri was the picture of passion and integrity in service. Baton Rouge community. It fills Her titanic contributions not only our hearts to hear the impact of reshaped the history of Baton Lorri’s work in the community Rouge, but also gave a voice to the communities that needed See BURGESS, on page 7

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At 15, Gauff must still play a restricted schedule, although the WTA Tour is considering making some adjustments to its rules without abolishing the restrictions. ...See Page 8

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Excitement is building in North Baton Rouge as the area’s first Mardi Gras parade and festival approaches. On Saturday, Feb. 8, at noon..See Page 3

Having friends who accept and value us is something we all want.

Being around godly people who reaffirm our sense of self-worth makes life more enjoyable...See Page 4

Forty Bed Bath & Beyond stores across the country are closing, including one in Baton Rouge. USA Today says the company shared with them the list of stores closing on Tuesday, Jan. 21...See Page 6

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Saturday, January 25 Bayou Mardi Gras Parade – New Iberia, 6:00 p.m.

Family style Mardi Gras Celebration, on the banks of the Bayou Teche on Historic Main Street New Iberia.

Route (MAP): The parade route runs on Main Street New Iberia.

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BATON ROUGE, La. The LSU Real Estate and Facilities Foundation announced it has selected a joint venture of Brailsford & Dunlavey and CSRS as the project advisor for the University Lakes Project on Tuesday, Jan. 21.

The selection was made through the University Lakes Project Management Committee following in-person presentations delivered Tuesday morning by the two finalists: a joint venture of Brailsford & Dunlavey and CSRS and a joint venture of Stantec and KPMG LLP. The Project Management

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walk in his upcoming graduation ceremony.

“This is his belief. This is a part of who he is. This is his culture... so absolutely not. I’m not going to cut his hair,” Sandy Arnold said.

At Monday night’s Barbers Hill Independent School District board meeting, Deandre Arnold’s family and several activists expressed their discontent with the revised dress code policy.

“Let’s stop with the dress code. This is not about dress code.

This is about policing black boys,” one activist said.

BH has received scrutiny regarding our high level of expectations on all things & dress code.

Yet our African American students beat the state average on passing STAR by 22% & our overall passing scores are the highest in the state.

Sounds like high expectations work!

Deandre Arnold’s father, David Arnold, told the board the continuous punishment of his son is a form of bullying.

“I won’t stand for anybody bullying my child. He has rights.

All he wants to do is graduate,” David Arnold said.

The board ultimately chose not to place the topic on the upcoming agenda for further discussion.

Earlier, the district tweeted a statement, saying it allows dreadlocks, but the length is an issue.

“Barbers Hill does allow dreadlocks. However, we do have a community-supported hair length policy and have had for decades.

Barbers Hill is a state leader with high expectations in all areas,” the statement read.

Never cut your locks Deandre Arnold.

Houston Texans’ star DeAndre Hopkins, who also has dreadlocks, tweeted support Wednesday for the high school student.

“Never cut your locks Deandre Arnold,” he said.

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Of course, New Orleans goes big for Mardi Gras season.

But, you can’t forget about the rest of southern Louisiana! Baton Rouge and Acadiana Parishes celebrate the Carnival season with their own Mardi Gras 2020 parade schedule.

So, pack up your king cakes and to-go cups. Mardi Gras 2020 is Tuesday, Feb. 25 and these are all of the parades you need to catch leading up to the big day.

Here is the Mardi Gras 2020 parade schedule for Baton Rouge and Acadiana areas.

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from Trinidad, and he says a lot of men in his culture grow their dreadlocks. He has embraced that part of the culture.

His mother says the teenager has had dreadlocks for years and always followed the school’s dress code, keeping his hair off his shoulders, above his earlobes and out of his eyes.

But after Christmas break and just three months before graduation, the Arnolds say the district changed its policy.

"They say that even though my hair is up and off of all the regulations that if it was down, it would be out of dress code, not that I’m out of dress code, but if I was to take it down, I would be out of dress code. That doesn’t make any sense,” Deandre Arnold said.

The teenager says he never takes his hair down at school, but he isn’t allowed back until his dreadlocks are cut. If he doesn’t comply, he also won’t be able to

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Krewe of Oshun – North Baton Rouge, 12:00 p.m.

This brand new brand debuts in North Baton Rouge. It is the first parade to roll in the area and one of the newest parades to join the city’s lineup in a decade. A festival follows the parade. The Krewe of Oshun enters the parade scene with the theme: “Wakanda Now: Celebration, Prosperity and Expansion.

Route (MAP): The parade rolls on Howell Boulevard.

Friday, February 14 Krewe de Canailles Walking Parade – Downtown Lafayette, 7:00 p.m.

This year, the Krewe de Canailles celebrates its third run through Downtown Lafayette. This walking parade is comprised of individual subkrewes, so any group of people can join. Their only rules: floats must be man-powered and throws should be eco-friendly.

Route (MAP): The Krewe de Canailles begins on Cypress Street, rides down Jefferson Street and ends off of Garfield Street.

Krewe of Artemis – Downtown Baton Rouge, 7:00 p.m.

This krewe was founded in 2001 with the vision of bringing the Mardi Gras spirit and tradition to the Baton Rouge community with a female twist. Named after the Greek daughter of Leto and Zeus, Krewe of Artemis rolls in downtown Baton Rouge for its 19th year.

Route (MAP): The Krewe of Artemis roll across a large chunk of downtown on streets such as, River Road, Government Street, Main Street and Laurel Street.

Saturday, February 15 Carencro Mardi Gras Parade – Upper Lafayette, 11:00 a.m.

This is Canencro Mardi Gras Parade’s 37th year of riding. The Carencro parade is a family friendly event and a highlight of the Mardi Gras season in the upper Lafayette area.

Route (MAP): The parade starts at Carencro High School and ends at the Carencro Community Center.

Krewe des Chien – Downtown Lafayette, 2:00 p.m.

Treat your pups as royalty! The Krewe des Chien celebrates the area’s finest four-legged friends .

Route (MAP): The Krewe des Chien starts pawing through the route in front of the court house on Lafayette Street and ends on the corner of Taylor and Vermilion Streets.

Krewe of Carnivale en Rio – Lafayette, 6:30 p.m.

This isn’t just a parade, krewe members call it a “Parada!” The Krewe of Carnivale en Rio is a popular and colorful Mardi Gras parade rolling in Acadiana. See the dazzling lights, dancers, Bayou Cirque performers and more.

Route: The parade begins at Pontiac Point in downtown Lafayette.

Rio then traveled through Lafayette and ends near the Cajundome.

Krewe of Mystique – Downtown Baton Rouge, 2:00 p.m.

This is the older krewe in the Capital City. Bring your friends and family of all ages to enjoy this parade in Downtown. Don’t miss the Veterans Float.

Route: The Krewe of Mystique rolls out on River Road and Government Street.

Krewe of Orion – Downtown Baton Rouge, 6:30 p.m.

The Krewe of Orion’s 21st annual Mardi Gras parade in downtown Baton Rouge will take place on February 15, 2020, at 6:30 PM. Parade goers will be treated to a line of exciting, colorfully-lighted, and tractor-pulled floats.

Route: The Krewe of Orion rolls on St. Philip Street Baton Rouge and ends at the Raising Canes River center Exhibition Hall.

Sunday, February 16 Mid City Gras – Baton Rouge, 1:00 p.m.

The Mid City Gras parade rolls for its third year after debuting in 2018. Mid City created its own parade to celebrate the uniqueness of the neighborhood. The theme for Mardi Gras 2020 may go over swimmingly: 2020 Leagues Under the Sea. Route (MAP): It rolls down North Boulevard, starting at 19th Street and ending at Foster Drive.

Scott Mardi Gras Parade – Scott, 1:00 p.m.

This is the 24th Annual Scott Mardi Gras Parade. All families and friends are invited to enjoy the floats, riders, bands and beads.

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SU Ag Center to Host Nutrition, Fitness Program for Women BATON ROUGE, La. – The Southern University Ag Center is set to host its Sisters Together: Move More, Eat Better program in East Baton Rouge Parish.

The six-month, nutrition and physical fitness program is designed to help women maintain a healthy weight, by becoming more physically active and eating healthier foods.

Participants will meet once a month and participate in a lesson and an activity that includes behavior changes, Zumba, information on fad diets, water aerobics, and yoga.

The sessions will be held from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at the following dates and locations:

Krewe of Oshun Parade Brings ‘Wakanda Now’ Theme to North Baton Rouge Excitement is building in North Baton Rouge as the area’s first Mardi Gras parade and festival approaches. On Saturday, Feb. 8, at noon, the Inaugural Krewe of Oshun Parade and Festival will roll in historic Scotlandville, championing the culture and heritage of North Baton Rouge. “It brings back the idea of African-American parades in the Capital City as it once was in 1947,” organizers said.

All businesses are welcome to participate and can register until Friday, Jan. 24.

The parade will showcase the world-renowned Southern University Human Jukebox Marching Band, five high school bands, and the Mardi Gras Indians. The historic Black cowboys of Baton Rouge will parade on their horses for the first time publicly. The families of historian Sadie Roberts-Joseph and attorney Jonnie Jones will be honored.

According to historical records, Oshun is the benevolent and venerated Yoruba goddess. She is Mother of the African sweet or fresh waters and love. With an inaugural theme “Wakanda Now: Celebration,

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Prosperity, and Expansion,” the Krewe of Oshun parade ends with the start of the festival at the Champion Medical Building on Howell Place. Participants can expect games, food, contests, live performances, and a battle of the bands between local high schools. The festival will end at 6pm.

The Mayor’s Office, Baton Rouge Airport, Visit Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Library, LAMAR, COX, BR Proud, BR Weekly Press, SpringHill Suites by Marriott, BREC, and The Printing Source are sponsors.

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FAITH HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS

Evangelism: Every Believer's Calling

by Creflo Dollar

Having friends who accept and value us is something we all want.

Being around godly people who reaffirm our sense of self-worth Creflo makes life Dollor more enjoyable, yet forming and maintaining healthy friendships is something some people struggle with. A healthy relationship begins with two people who both have positive self-images, without insecurity or self-centeredness. The strongest friendships are based on Jesus Christ.

A relationship can only thrive if both people are secure in who they are in Christ; if so, then they pursue a friendship for unselfish reasons.

The mindset that we need someone else to complete or fulfill us puts too much pressure on the other person to be perfect; this is an unrealistic

expectation. A relationship with Jesus, first, constantly reminds us of His unconditional acceptance of us. He’s the only one who can truly fulfill us. “So you also are complete through your union with Christ…”

(Colossians 2:10, NLT).

To fulfill is to carry out or complete, to develop the full potential in someone. God can complete us

better than any human being, and fill our needs better than we ever dreamed. This is because of His great love for us. God’s plans for us are good, and they definitely don’t include being alone and friendless.

“For I know the plans I have for you,’ says the LORD. ‘They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope” (Jeremiah 29:11, NLT).

It’s easy to have a positive selfimage and like ourselves if we see ourselves the way God sees us. The world bases its conditional acceptance of us on how well we succeed in following its ever-changing rules and standards. God, however, loves and accepts us no matter what. “…

For he who touches you touches the apple of His eye”(Zechariah 2:8,

NKJV). The apple of someone’s eye is someone seen as highly valuable.

We matter a great deal to God. When we realize How highly He values us, we’re more likely to value ourselves more. This leads to better and wiser choices in who we choose as friends. A true friend exerts a good influence on us by words of wisdom given in love.

“Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart, and the pleasantness of a friend springs from their heartfelt advice” (Proverbs 27:9, NIV).

Not enough can be said about how our friends influence us. Surrounding ourselves with people who care about us and our well-being keeps us on the right path in life.

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As one of the ultimate comfort foods, chili is an ideal watchparty snack: easy to prepare, stays warm in a slow cooker and can be personalized by guests with a wide variety of toppings. Consider adorning your bowl with a combination of these add-ons: n Shredded cheese n Sour cream

n Ketchup n Hot sauce n Jalapenos n Green onions n Chives n Olives n Diced avocado n Diced tomato n Bacon bits n Corn chips n Crackers

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hen game day arrives and your crowd is ready to crank up the heat, turning to appetizers and dishes that feed the whole group can help save the season. You can defend against overly complicated recipes with long cook times by instead opting for finger foods and handheld snacks that allow for more pregame prep and less cleanup after the final whistle.

For example, setting up a chili bar allows for convenient eating throughout the game as it’s easy to keep warm for hours. To give your guests a variety of flavors to choose from, these recipes for bacon-wrapped potatoes and ribs glazed with a sweet-hot sauce involve short ingredients lists and simple preparation to keep you out of the kitchen and into the game.

To find more recipe inspiration for game day, visit Culinary.net.

Finger foods and watch parties go hand-in-hand, which is why these baby back ribs are ideal for grabbing a couple (or more) and heading to your favorite spot on the couch. Glazed with a mixture of honey, chipotle peppers and mangoes for some sweet heat, they’re cooked low and slow for fall-off-the-bone flavor.

Just wrap the ribs and sauce in aluminum foil, place over low indirect heat and let your grill do the work. To help simplify game day, try cooking a day in advance and warm in the oven a couple hours prior to kickoff.

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Baby Back Ribs with Honey, Chipotle and Mango Glaze

Recipe courtesy of the National Honey Board Servings: 8

2 racks baby back ribs

1 tablespoon salt

1 teaspoon pepper

1 can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce

4 ripe mangoes, cubed

1 cup honey Remove ribs from package; rinse and pat dry. Remove membrane. Place in

shallow pan, sprinkle with salt and pepper and set aside.

In small saucepan over medium heat, cook chipotle peppers, mangoes and honey, stirring constantly, until cooked down and thick enough to coat back of spoon.

Heat grill to 225-240 F. Wrap ribs and 2/3 of sauce mixture tightly in aluminum foil and place over indirect heat. Close lid. After 2 hours, flip ribs and cook 2 hours.

Open aluminum and remove ribs, place directly on grill and brush with remaining sauce. Cook 30 minutes.

Remove from grill and serve hot.

Pigskin Potatoes from The Little Potato Company

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Part of the fun of the Big Game is the food, and you can score big points by serving up crowd-pleasing sides and snacks. For a familiar spin on a football-watching favorite, try these Pigskin Potatoes: a classic combination of little potatoes and melted cheese wrapped with bacon.

There’s no fumbling around with this game day snack made with Creamer potatoes from The Little Potato Company.

With no washing or peeling required, little potatoes cook in next to no time whether they are boiled, roasted or smashed. You can be the MVP of your kitchen without missing a second of the action.

Visit littlepotatoes.com/gameday for more game day recipe inspiration and to find a store near you.

Pigskin Potatoes

Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 44 minutes Servings: 8

1 bag (1 1/2 pounds) Dynamic Duo

or Terrific Trio Little Potatoes

6 ounces plain cream cheese at room temperature 1/3 cup finely shredded orange cheddar cheese

3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper

1 jalapeno, finely diced (optional)

1 pound thinly sliced bacon, rashers cut in half Heat oven to 400 F.

Boil potatoes until fork tender, approxi­ mately 15-20 minutes. Cut in half and allow to cool.

In bowl, use spatula to combine cream cheese, cheddar, chives, salt, pepper and jalapeno, if desired.

Once chilled, spread cream cheese on half of cut potatoes and sandwich each with other halves. Wrap each potato using half rasher of bacon around cut middle to ensure cheese doesn’t escape.

Bake on middle rack 10 minutes. Flip and bake 10 minutes.

Turn oven to broil. Broil 2 minutes, turn once and broil 2 minutes until bacon reaches desired crispiness.

Tip: Boil potatoes 2 days ahead. Fill and wrap potatoes 1 day ahead then bake and serve on game day.

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hile family history and age cannot be changed, there are everyday steps men can follow to take charge of their health, including prostate health, and maybe even prevent problems down the road.

Consider these tips to help lead a healthier lifestyle.

Get checked out regularly. Just because you’re healthy doesn’t mean you should eschew routine checkups, and that includes selfexaminations. While regular visits to your health care provider can keep you up-to-date on preventative screenings and immunizations, getting to know your own body can have similar benefits.

Care for your prostate. If you’re experiencing frequent urination, a weak or slow urine stream, incomplete bladder emptying, difficulty or delay in starting urination or a urine stream that stops and starts, these may be signs you may be suffering from Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), otherwise known as enlarged prostate.1 Enlarged prostate, which is non-cancerous and affects more than 40 million American men, can also cause loss of productivity and sleep, according to research published in the “Journal of Urology.”2,3 Medication is often the first line of treatment, but some patients may suffer uncomfortable side effects including dizziness, headaches and sexual dysfunction, which can prompt them to quit using their medications.4 “Many men living with BPH symptoms take prescription medications after they have been diagnosed, but relief can be inadequate and temporary,” said Dr. Peter Walter, M.D., urologist and paid consultant for Teleflex Incorporated, the manufacturer of the UroLift® System.

As one alternative to medication, an option like the UroLift System treatment is a minimally invasive procedure that doesn’t require any cutting, heating or removal of prostate tissue.5 A urologist places small implants to lift and move enlarged prostate tissue so it no longer blocks the urethra and can allow for normal urine flow. Most common side effects are mild to moderate, and patients generally can return to their normal routines with minimal downtime. For more information about

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treatment options, or to find a urologist near you who treats BPH, visit UroLift.com.

Focus on a more nutritious diet. Aim for a pattern of healthier eating that includes more fruits, vegetables and leafy greens such as lettuce, spinach, kale and broccoli, which can help keep you – and your prostate – healthy.6 Also try to cut back on consumption of red meat – specifically processed meat – as well as salt and sweets.

Know your numbers. Be sure to discuss your family history and lifestyle with your doctor as he or she may recommend screenings for diseases and common ailments. Be sure to keep

up with these screenings and check in with your doctor to make sure you’re accounting for milestone ages and common ailments associated with aging.

Make exercise a priority. Exercise is a key to maintaining quality of life. The American Heart Association recommends at least 150 minutes per week of moderate-intensity aerobic activity for adults.7 Even shorter increments of physical activity multiple times a day such as a walking meeting, opting for the stairs instead of the elevator or parking farther from your destination can provide health and stress-relieving benefits.

1 Speakman et al. 2014 BJUI International 2 Berry, J Urol 1984 and 2017 U.S. Census population estimates.

3 NeoTract US Market Model estimates for 2018 based on IMS Health Drug and Procedure data 4 AUA BPH Guidelines 2003, 2010, 2018 5 Roehrborn J Urol 2013 LIFT Study 6 Tips for Keeping a Healthy Prostate. (n.d.) Retrieved from https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellnessand-prevention/tips-for-keeping-a-healthy-prostate 7 www.heart.org. (2019). American Heart Association Recommendations for Physical Activity in Adults and Kids. [online] Available at: https://www.heart.org/ en/healthy-living/fitness/fitness-basics/aha-recs-forphysical-activity-in-adults

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Funeral arrangements are as follows: • Saturday, Jan. 25 • Oasis Christian Church, 4524 E Brookstown Rd., Baton Rouge • Viewing - 9 to 11 a.m., services to follow (Hall Davis Funeral Home officiating)

Jump from page 4 Surrounding ourselves with the wrong people gets us in trouble and causes us to make bad choices. “Do not be deceived: ‘Evil company corrupts good habits’” (1 Corinthians 15:33, NKJV).

When we’re secure in our relationship with God and we know He loves us, we can love others the way He teaches us to. Godly friendships benefit and build up everyone involved. “Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance” (1 Corinthians 13:47, NLT). There’s no downside to following God’s lead in our social lives. Going by His standards instead of the world’s standards allows His love to flow through us and all of our friends.

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KEEP IT SIMPLE: 4 Small Lifestyle Changes That Will Improve Your Health Taking a few minutes out of your week to plan meals and snacks can be an easy way to start the year off on a healthy note without starting a new diet.

Try to plan ahead by picking one day every week where you plan out meals and snacks for the upcoming week. I like to do this on a Sunday or Monday before I go grocery shopping. This way I have a complete list of all the food and ingredients I need to make it through the week.

Planning ahead not only helps me eat healthier, it also helps me save money because I am not wasting food. When you are planning ahead, try to select fruits and vegetables you enjoy eating as a healthy snack.

SALT LAKE CITY — With the new year, many often want to start eating healthier — which usually means a new diet. But diets can be restrictive, complicated and difficult to stick with, often leaving people feeling discouraged and hopeless.

This is why, instead of recommending a new diet to help individuals become healthier, I like to give people tips on how to make eating healthy easier. Being healthy shouldn’t be stressful or hinder your mental health. Truly living a healthy life is a balance between physical (diet and exercise) and mental health. With that in mind, here are four easy tips to start your year on a healthy note.

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IOWA • Council Bluffs: 3706 Metro Drive • West Des Moines: 6805 Mills Civic Parkway ILLINOIS • Chicago: 530 N. State St.

• McHenry: 3340 Shoppers Drive • Prospect: 1057 N. Elmhurst Road LOUISIANA • Baton Rouge: 9001 Florida Blvd.

MARYLAND • Owings Mills: 10300 Reisterstown Road NEW JERSEY • Parsippany: 790 Route 46 • Newton: 17 Hampton House Road • Sewell: 141 Tuckahoe Road, Suite 190 NEW MEXICO • Rio Rancho: 3575 NM Highway 528 NE NEW YORK • Bronx: 610 Exterior Street • C heektowaga: 3781 Union Road • West Nyack: 1406 Palisades Center Drive See full list of closing stores online

SELF-CARE An important part of having a healthy body is taking care of your physical and mental health. Take time to create a self-care plan. A self-care plan can help you recharge and care for your mental health. I loved the explanation of self-care given by three therapists on the "Thoughts on Thoughts" podcast.

It may surprise you to know that sometimes true self-care requires doing hard things that are beneficial.

This can mean waking up early to have time to yourself, even when you aren’t a morning person.

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Coco Gauff, Facing Osaka Again, Plans to be “More Aggressive”

Tennis - Australian Open - Second Round - Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia - January 22, 2020 - Cori Gauff of the U.S. in action during the match against Romania’s Sorana Cirstea. REUTERS/Kim Hong-Ji

At 15, Gauff must still play a restricted schedule, although the WTA Tour is considering making some adjustments to its rules without abolishing the restrictions. The focus in the offseason, according to Corey Gauff, was to polish Coco’s technique and footwork. He said she had grown an inch, to 5 feet 10.

“His arms are a little longer, so we had to make some adjustments to his contact points,” Corey Gauff said. “She is still growing, still developing. Everything will get better. From the right, the other way around, everything gets better with a little more maturity, and she gets that strength as an adult woman.

She still doesn’t have that.”

A year ago, Gauff was ranked number 684, but after reaching the fourth round at Wimbledon, reaching the third round at the

US Open and winning his first touring title (as a lucky loser) in Linz, Austria, is about the height.

67 and should enter the top 60 after winning matches in Melbourne against Venus Williams and Sorana Cirstea.

Both were genuine struggles, and on a day of ups and downs, Gauff had to scrap and improvise on the fly to defend himself and defeat Cirstea 4-6, 6-3, 7-5.

It will have to be much more consistent to represent a genuine threat to Osaka, but there can be no doubt at this early stage about Gauff’s competitive spirit.

“She is impressive overall, from her personality to the way she plays,” said Serena Williams, who practiced (and danced) with her at a pre-season training camp in Florida. “He was not close to

Baton Rouge High School Basketball Star Nominated To Play In 2020 Mcdonald’s All American Games Local Student-Athlete in the Running to Take Skills to the Court in Prestigious High School Basketball Showcase at Toyota Center in Houston BATON ROUGE, LA (January 14, 2020) – Today, McDonald’s unveiled that local Baton Rouge student is among the top basketball talent nominated to take part in the 2020 McDonald’s All American Games. The list of more than 900 top girls and boys high school seniors from across the country recognized Reece Beekman from Scotlandville Magnet High in Baton Rouge for his athletic achievements.

Alumni of the nation’s premier high school basketball all-star event include Michael Jordan, LeBron James, James Harden, Maya Moore and Candace Parker. This year’s list of talent includes players from 48 states and the District of Columbia who have been selected by high school coaches, athletic

directors, principals and members of the McDonald’s All American Games Selection Committee.

A complete list of 2020 McDonald’s All American Games Nominees is available at mcdaag. com. The final rosters of the top 24 girls and 24 boys for the 2020 McDonald’s All American Games will be revealed on Thursday, Jan. 23 at 3 p.m. ET on ESPN’s The Jump and also covered at 6 p.m.

ET on ESPN’s SportsCenter. Follow @McDAAG on Twitter and Instagram for more information in the lead-up to the reveal of the country’s top emerging players.

The 19th annual McDonald’s All American Girls Game will tip off on ESPN2 at 5 p.m. ET Wednesday, April 1. The 43rd annual Boys Game immediately follows at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN. McDonald’s All American Games continues to invest in local communities across the country through support of Ronald McDonald House Charities and its network of local Chapters. At RMHC, programs like the Ronald McDonald House®, Ronald McDonald Family Room® and Ronald McDonald Care Mobile® provide comfort and compassion to families with ill or injured children so they are fully supported and able to be a part of their child’s care.

his level at 15 on the court or off the court, not even close. I know that children are growing differently today, so I’m not sure. But he wasn’t as close as, intelligent and eloquent like her. It’s nice to see. “ In the unlikely event that both she and Gauff win on Friday and continue moving forward, they would play in the quarterfinals of the Australian Open.

That, unlike many other things in Melbourne so far, would be a completely new experience for Gauff.

“I really haven’t thought about that, to be honest,” Gauff said. “I didn’t even know that Serena was on my side of the draw. I don’t watch the draws. I just know I play Naomi. I’m looking forward to that.”

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