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Key Judgeships On Dec. 8 Ballot Early Voting Nov. 24 to Dec. 1
Candidates Lining Up to Seek Richardson Seat in La. House State Rep. Clif Richardson (left) with Congressman Bill Cassidy in 2011
Clif Richardson to Several Well-Known Eye Race Step Down Jan. 3 Officials CENTRAL — The expected res CENTRAL — State Rep. Clif Richardson, a Republican who represents most of the City of Central and part of Baton Rouge, will resign from the Louisiana House of Representatives Jan. 3, according to sources close to the legislator. Richardson is reportedly at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas, where he is undergoing treatment. Friends of Richardson report that the
ignation of State Rep. Clif Richardson has some elected officials considering whether to throw their hats into the ring. Metro Councilman Scott Wilson, who was just reelected to a four-year term on the Council, said Wednesday, “I haven’t spoken to Clif in the past few days and am unaware of his plans. Our main concern is for his health right now. But if he did decide to resign, I would strongly consider the race.”
GOP Could Get 4-3 Majority on Supreme Court
BATON ROUGE — With the results of the Nov. 6 election still settling into people’s minds, candidates who face runoff elections on Dec. 8 are realizing that the December election, held in the middle of Christmas holidays, will be a very low turnout election where every vote will count. If the Nov. 6 election was primarily about the election for President and Mayor-President of East Baton Rouge Parish, the Dec. 8 runoff will be about judgeships. Voters will choose between Democrats and Republicans in three critical races — Louisiana Supreme Court, Court of Appeal, and Baton Rouge City Court. See EARLY on Page 16
Early Voting
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John M. Guidry (D)
Jeff Hughes (R)
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— Baton Rouge City Court —
Marching into Tiger Stadium See REPORT on Page 2
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Nov. 24 to Dec. 1
T. Foxworth (D)
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The Best Way to Make an Entrance To Tiger Stadium BATON ROUGE — While waiting along the guard rails to take photos of the LSU Band marching into Tiger Stadium, a security official who happened to be an old friend grabbed me and said, “Hey, you’re marching with the band! Stand here!” Made to stand in the circle in front of the J-School, I took photos furiously. The friend said, “Get in behind the band and watch out for the horses!” I must say marching with the band through a gauntlet of 10,000 cheering LSU fans is quite an experience. By far the best way to enter Tiger Stadium! — Woody Jenkins, Editor Band Photos on Page 10
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2012: A Year of Decision
PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION — State Rep. Erich Ponti of Baton Rouge surprised many experts by receiving more than 43,000 votes for Public Service Commission in last Tuesday’s election. The PSC district includes 1/5th of the entire state.
Early Voting Is Key to Dec. 8 Elections ‘Who Votes’ Dec. 8 Will Decide Result Of Judicial Races
Woody Jenkins
Editor, Capital City News
BATON ROUGE — Voters in the Baton Rouge area face three crucial judicial races on Dec. 8, and there is plenty of reason for concern about the outcome of those three races. The Nov. 6 election will probably be the highest turnout in a four-year period. But the Dec. 8 election will probably be one of the lowest.
For all practical purposes, the Dec. 8 runoff is a special election — with the expectation of extremely low participation by the voters.This could easily put the election in the 15 to 20 percent turnout range. Unfortunately, we will have on the ballot one of the most impor- Woody Jenkins tant races in recent memory — the election of a new Justice of the Louisiana Supreme Court. This is our opportunity to elect the first-ever Republican member of the Supreme Court from the
Baton Rouge area and create a 4-3 Republican majority on the court. But whether the ordinary, taxpaying citizens who should be fired up about this election will even show up to vote is highly questionable. We see a lot of moaning and groaning about the results of the Presidential election. But while we’re moaning, we need to realize that something very important is happening — we are electing judges to the highest courts in our state. In Judge Jeff Hughes, we have a fine conservative Republican candidate who will stand for Constitutional values in the state Supreme Court. In all likelihood, he will provide the deciding vote in many key cases. We need him there,
working for the cause of justice. Likewise, Judge Mike McDonald has been a pillar of strength and integrity on the Court of Appeal and should be returned to that important post. Finally, City Judge Suzan Ponder has done a wonderful job and is deserving of reelection. Probably the most important thing we can do to elect these fine candidates — and also Smokie Bourgeois, who has been an outstanding voice on the Metro Council — is vote early! Dec. 8 will be a busy day, filled with Christmas shopping and social events. So vote early — between Nov. 24 and Dec. 1 — and get the job done!
Several Candidates Consider Possible Race for State House Continued from Page 1
Central City Councilman Wayne Messina said, “Our No. 1 concern is for Mr. Clif and his family. So it’s a little premature to speculate, but it is something I will strongly consider if this happens.” Messina, a long-time Central resident, is former principal of Baker High School, coach, and
teacher. He is an administrator with the East Baton Rouge Parish school system Another possible candidate is Central school board member Dr. David Walker. Dr. Walker, a lifelong Central resident, is particularly well known in the Central school system and at Zoar Baptist, where his father Graydon Walker is ad-
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ministrator. Former Rep. John Labruzzo, who recently moved to Central, is reportedly considering the race. He formerly represented Jefferson Parish in the Louisiana House. Businessman Barry Ivey is a likely candidate. Ivey is president of Pinnacle Precision Services, LLC, which builds piping for the nuclear power industry. In March, he was elected to represent House District 65 as a member of the Republican State Central Committee.
Wilson, who is president of a trucking company, is the brother of parish assessor Brian Wilson. Central Republican chairman Jr. Shelton, who said he will not be a candidate, said, “This could be a very important race for Central. We would need someone to get involved and be very aggressive for our district.” Shelton serves as chairman of the Central Republican Municipal Executive Committee, which is authorized to represent the GOP in Central.
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May, citing health reasons. His possible resignation has been rumored for months. He represents House District 65, which includes the southern twothirds of the City of Central and a few precincts of East Baton Rouge Parish south of Florida Boulevard.
Report: Richardson to Resign Jan. 3
cancer is life-threatening. Richardson began his second term in the Louisiana House after serving as Justice of the Peace for more than a decade. Richardson resigned from all of his committees in the House in
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Republicans Push Early Voting Nov. 24-Dec. 1
GOP Endorsements in Dec. 8 Runoff Election Results Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012 Election Results President State of Louisiana Barack Obama 808,455 Mitt Romney 1,152,145 — and 9 others — East Baton Rouge Barack Obama 102,656 Mitt Romney 92,292 Congress, 6th District Bill Cassidy 243,553 Rufus Holt Craig, Jr. 32,185 Richard Torregano 30,975 Supreme Court, 5th Dist. John M. Guidry 93,119 Toni M. Higginbotham 36,663 Jeff Hughes 71,911 Timothy “Tim” Kelley 10,395 William “Bill” Morvant 36,118 Mary Olive Pierson 49,993 Jeffry L. Sanford 3,257 Jewel E. “Duke” Welch 37,521 Supreme Court, 5th Dist. East Baton Rouge John M. Guidry 64,084 Toni M. Higginbotham 20,031 Jeff Hughes 20,302 Timothy “Tim” Kelley 6,934 William “Bill” Morvant 23,568 Mary Olive Pierson 30,176 Jeffry L. Sanford 1,661 Jewel E. “Duke” Welch 20,461 Court of Appeal, 1st Circuit Gideon T. Carter III 47,513 “Mike” McDonald 74,505 Trudy M. White 30,798 Public Service Commission Scott A. Angelle 213,485 Greg Gaubert 11,758 Sarah Holliday 28,214 Erich Ponti 43,287 Forest Wright 76,336 Mayor-President Melvin “Kip” Holden 115,305 Gordon Mese 6,585 “Steve” Myers 4,256 Mike Walker 65,972 Councilman, District 9 Joel Boé 12,664 Ted Rush 4,395 Councilman, District 12 Smokie Bourgeois 6,532 Rose Carey 4,692 “John” Delgado 4,898 City Judge, District 2C Joel G. Porter 20,709 Alex “Brick” Wall 31,789 City Judge, District 2E Tiffany Foxworth 24,065 “Cliff” Ivey 6,697 Suzan S. Ponder 25,002 City Constable Reginald R. Brown Sr. 60,027 Alester Jones 21,304 Constable, Justice of Peace Ward 3 District 2 Carey Jenkins 17,285 Ron Reynolds 11,194
JUDGES JEFF HUGHES AND MIKE McDONALD — The Republican Party has endorsed Judge Jeff Hughes (left) for the Supreme Court and Mike McDonald for Court of Appeal.
BATON ROUGE — The Republican Party of East Baton Rouge Parish has endorsed four candidates in the Dec. 8 runoff election. The endorsements were announced at Tuesday’s Ronald Reagan Newsmaker Luncheon at Café Américain on Jefferson Highway. The party issued the following comments on its endorsed candidates: • Judge Jeff Hughes for Louisiana Supreme Court. “A solid conservative who will give the Louisiana Supreme Court a 4-3 Republican majority for the first time in history. Hughes is conservative not only on business issues but also on critical issues such as the right to life, right to keep and bear arms, and traditional marriage. His opponent has no experience as a trial judge, which means no experience presiding over criminal trials, which constitute much of the work of the Supreme Court. Judge Hughes has 14 years as a District Judge and eight years on the Court of Appeal and is the best qualified candidate and a true conservative. The election of Judge Hughes is the most important race in Louisiana Dec. 8” • Judge Mike McDonald for reelection to the Louisiana Court See WHO VOTES on Page 15
Endorsements METRO COUNCILMAN AND CITY JUDGE — The GOP has endorsed Smokie Bourgeois (left) for reelection to Metro Council and Suzan Ponder for reelection as City Judge.
RONALD REAGAN NEWSMAKER LUNCHEON — Local Republican leaders applauded the party’s endorsements at Tuesday’s Republican luncheon at Café Américain.
Saturday, Dec. 8, 2012 General Election Endorsements by Republican Party Louisiana Supreme Court Jeff Hughes R Louisiana Court of Appeal “Mike” McDonald R City Judge Suzan S. Ponder R Councilman, District 12 “Smokie” Bourgeois R
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LSU Honors America’s Military Veterans
Veterans Day 2012: What Makes Hero? Veterans
Brig. Gen. Joanne Sheridan
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BATON ROUGE — Good morning, Lt. Col. McKeon, other distinguished guests, cadets, and most especially, the Hall of Honors honorees. Since its inception in 1860, LSU has produced a long line of military heroes, 12 of whom are being honored today. Given that, I would like to reflect on what it means to be a hero. As children, we often look up to celebrities and athletes as our heroes but as we grow older, our definition of a hero changes and we come to realize that the ability to jump from the foul line and dunk a basketball is not heroic—it is merely an example of extreme talent and athleticism. Being elected to public office is not in and of itself heroic. Being the fastest swimmer on the planet, or returning an intercepted pass 99 yards for a touchdown— these things are exciting, glamorous, sometimes awe-inspiring, but they are not heroic. True heroism requires service to others, which is the missing element in all of these endeavors. Service to others is central to the concept of heroism. In our history classes we learned of men like Theodore Roosevelt, Dwight D. Eisenhower, and George Patton who motivated us as we read of their decisive leadership during World War II. Now as a member of the military, I need not look to the glamorous lives of celebrities and athletes or even to the pages of history to find heroes. I need not travel back with Teddy Roosevelt to San Juan
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done, and has ensured a house is a home is a hero. I know that whatever success I have enjoyed in my career has been upon the shoulders of my husband and my children who are my heroes. Every parent who has prayed for the safe return of their child from a combat zone, every family member that has sent a care package, every friend that has penned a note of encouragement to a deployed comrade is a hero because they have given of themselves for the sake of another. I’d like to quote Ben Stein, who wrote the following in an article about his idea of a hero. “A real star, the kind who haunts my memory night and day, is the U.S. solBrig. Gen. Joanne Sheridan spoke on Veterans Day at LSU. dier in Baghdad who saw a little girl playing with a piece of unexploded on a street near where he As a member of the military, I’m constantly ordnance was guarding a station. He pushed surrounded by heroes. Heroes of past wars, her aside and threw himself on it just as it exploded. He left a family heroes of this epic struggle we currently face devastated in California and a little as a nation, heroes like those being honored girl alive in Baghdad.” “There are plenty of other hetoday, and even heroes of wars to come. roes in our country ... the policemen and women who go off on patrol ... — Brigadier Gen. Joanne Sheridan and have no idea if they will return alive; the orderlies and paramedics Hill. I need not walk the beaches of nation, heroes like those being hon- who bring in people who have been Normandy, nor travel to the deserts ored today, and even heroes of wars in terrible accidents and prepare of North Africa. Because today I’m to come. them for surgery; the teachers and constantly surrounded by heroes. And it’s not just the person serv- nurses who throw their whole spirHeroes of past wars, heroes of this ing that is a hero. I will add to its into caring for autistic children; epic struggle we currently face as a this list of heroes the families and the kind men and women who work friends of those who wear the uni- in hospices and in cancer wards.” form. Every spouse who keeps the “Now you have my idea of a real children fed, the books read, and hero.” Stein goes on to say, “I came the prayers said; every spouse who to realize that a life lived to help keeps the bills paid, the homework others is the only one that matters.
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Military Life Based on Service to Others
Sarah Holliday presented the Fred Dent award to Harvey and Betty Schwartzberg, with Elizabeth Dent.
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This is my highest and best use as a human.” Let me repeat “... a life lived to help others is the only one that matters.” We are lucky enough to be a part of a profession that by its very nature allows us to lead “a life lived to help others.” It is a great responsibility—at times demanding personal sacrifice, danger to ourselves, and heartache for our loved ones, and also a tremendous blessing— because we reap the satisfaction of working for the greater good. Some people go their entire lives having never known a single person that has sacrificed his or her own comfort or safety for the sake of our nation. That’s certainly not true in this room, filled with the very personification of sacrifice. It is a generally unspoken, but nonetheless a legitimate benefit of military life that we are immersed in a culture of selflessness. Being thus immersed, I find myself inspired. Being thus inspired, I then expect more of myself, and more of those I work with and around. It is a circle of selflessness that builds upon itself and makes us better peo-
ple. It has been said that “sacrifice begets sacrifice,” and “honor begets honor,” and nowhere is that more true than in the company of military veterans. And now, if you would indulge me for just a moment, I would like to talk about my favorite heroes, the men and women of the Louisiana National Guard. During the past decade over 23,000 Louisiana National Guard Soldiers and Airmen have left the comfort of their homes, families, and jobs and deployed in support of Operations Noble Eagle, Enduring Freedom, Iraqi Freedom, and New Dawn. Today, 256 Louisiana Guardsmen are mobilized to Afghanistan and other locations around the world and more than 1,000 are alerted for deployment within the next 12 months. Every day, nearly 11,000 Guardsmen across Louisiana stand ready to protect our state and our nation. Most recently, 6,700 Soldiers and Airmen were mobilized to support operations during Hurricane Isaac where they provided comfort and support to the citizens of Louisiana.
Friday, Nov. 9, 2012 • Photos by Woody Jenkins
More than 5,200 people were rescued from flooded areas, over three
million meals and six million bottles of water were distributed, and 50 miles of roadways were cleared. Our Guardsmen partner with federal, state, and local agencies to respond to the needs of our state and country. They perform admirably and with the utmost commitment. I don’t think it too presumptuous to say that we who still wear the uniform, and all who came before us, serve our country out of a profound sense of duty and honor. And with the understanding that the freedoms we have today were secured by those who came before us; it is our hope—our expectation— that those who will selflessly volunteer to serve in our nation’s military in the future will continue to protect our great nation. General George Washington said in 1789, “The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war, no matter how justified, shall be directly proportional to how they perceive veterans of early wars were treated and appreciated by our nation.” As the world changes around us, and as our military evolves to meet the challenges presented in our future, one thing endures: The dedication of our Soldier, Marines, Sailors, Airmen, and Coast Guardsmen who stand watch. We owe our veterans, our heroes both our gratitude and our support. As we approach Veterans Day— I ask you to commit yourself to recognizing a veteran—a hero, and let them know that their service is remembered by a grateful nation. May God bless you, all of our Veterans, and their families. And may God bless our great state and the United States of America.
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A Night to Remember... When Dunham’s An Historic Night In the Annuls of Dunham Football
BATON ROUGE — It was a cool Thursday night at The Rock, the Redemptorist High School football stadium. For Dunham coach Guy Mistretta, it was an emotional night — the first time he had brought the Dunham Tigers to Redemptorist where Mistretta had coached for years and won the 2005 State Championship. Coach Sid Edwards held a reunion of his 2002 Redemptorist 3A State Championship team before the game, and Redemptorist held its homecoming at half-time. Yet, the game at The Rock between Redemptorist and Dunham would be remembered for something else — one of the greatest scoring performances in Louisiana football history. Dunham’s senior running back Harrison Domingue scored eight touchdowns and a total of 50 points. Domingue rushed 16 times for 262 yards and scored five touchdowns running. He also caught three passes for 105 yards and three touchdowns in the air. To top it off, he scored a two-point conversion. The Dunham star, who is an allround athlete, scored on Dunham’s first five possessions. Redemptorist head coach Daniel Roane said he warned his players about Domingue and said they tried to contain him, but his power and speed were too much for the Wolves. Time and time again, he broke free and scored. Roane said, “He’s one hell of a player!” Dunham’s 67-28 victory guaranteed the Tigers a spot in the state playoffs. Earlier this season, Thomas Tyner, a senior at Aloha High in Oregon, scored 10 touchdowns in a single game. But Domingue’s eight TD’s are the most scored in a single game in Louisiana this year. He was named WAFB-TV and WBRZ-TV Player of the Week. Another outstanding athlete on the Dunham team this year is Harrison’s brother Grayson Domingue who plays offense, defense, and special teams for the Tigers. He almost never leaves the field of play.
Harrison Domingue scoring one of his eight touchdowns
Harrison Domingue
Harrison Domingue
Harrison Domingue keeping loose on the sideline
Grayson Domingue
Dunham offense at work
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Harrison Domingue Romped for 8 TD’s
Harrison Domingue
Andy Guidry
Chase Day
Dunham takes a time out
Andy Guidry
Dillon McClain
Grayson Domingue
Harrison Domingue follows his blocker Michael Berrigan
Dunham head coach Guy Mistretta
Harrison Domingue of Dunham High School Scored 8 Touchdowns Against Redemptorist Photos and Story by Woody Jenkins
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Central Beat Ponchatoula 52-28 in 1st R
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No. 4-Ranked Central (10-1) Plays No. 13-Ra Woody Jenkins
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CENTRAL — The Central Wildcats pounded Ponchatoula for 52 first half points in last Friday’s first round of the state 5A playoffs, took their foot off the gas in the second half, and won a 52-28 victory.
ALL STATE BAND — The Louisiana Music Educators Association announced that Michael Robertson from Central High School has been selected through audition for the Louisiana All State Concert Band. The band will perform at the LMEA Fall Conference held in Baton Rouge at the Crowne Plaza on Nov. 21. Michael made it through two rounds of audiions and was chosen in the top 20.
This Friday, Central will host Mandeville in Week Two of the playoffs. For Central head coach Sid Edwards, the Ponchatoula game was everything he hoped for. “Our team came out on fire. They executed well. It’s the kind of effort you need in the playoffs.” Edwards said it was a team victory for the Wildcats but he did see a decisive turning point in the second quarter when Gary Triplett ran back a Ponchatoula kickoff 87 yards for a touchdown. This was followed by an onside kick, which the Wildcats recovered. Ponchatoula was never in the game after that. Coach Sid praised the play of Triplett and quarterback Brett Courville, who lived up to predictions that he should be considered for the All-State team. Edwards called him the “Triggerman” in the Wildcats’ deadly offense. Statistics provided by Tyler Wales showed Courville ran for 144 yards on 8 attempts for two touchdowns. He had one touchdown run of 67 yards. He also passed 15 times for 10 completions, 168 yards, and two other touchdowns. Triplett ran for 80 yards on six carries for a 13.3 yard average. He scored one touchdown rushing. Lamonte Janeau rushed 13 times for 99 yards, including a spectacular 80-yard touchdown run. Looking ahead to this Friday night’s game, Coach Sid said Mandeville is “the complete team.” “I see no weaknesses in the Mandeville team,” he said.
“Their offensive line is as good as any we’ve seen,” he said. “Their receivers and running backs are excellent. They have a tremendous quarterback.” “Their quarterback is the catylist who makes things happen. He extends the life of a play. He really puts the defense in a bind.” Mandeville is 9-2. Their losses came to District Champion St. Paul, 16-13 in overtime, and to Catholic High. They beat East Ascension. They beat Ponchatoula, 28-7. Coach Sid warns that Mandeville has eight returning starters from last year’s team that beat Ruston 28-0 and was down by only six points to West Monroe with five minutes left in the game. West Monroe eventually won the state
championship. Here is a comparison of the strengths of the two teams: Central High Central has an opportunistic defense that makes things happen and likes to take away the football. The offense has speed. The offensive line has cohesiveness. Overall, the Wildcats are a team that finds a way to win. They’re a lucky team, and they make a lot of their luck. Mandeville High Strong defense. The offense is extremely well coached. Basically, this means each player fulfills his assignment and the team as a whole meets its potential. Coach Sid said, “Mandeville gets the most out of their talent. I don’t mean they are playing over
HONORING A FRIEND — Devin Croft honored the memory of his friend, Tyler Kyzar who passed away a year ago, by having Tyler’s dad, Joseph Kyzar, escort him and his family on Senior Night. Tyler was killed in a car accident on Nov. 22, 2011. Shown are Brad, Shelly, and Devin Croft and Joseph Kyzar.
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Round Playoffs, Hosts Mandeville Friday
out runs a Ponchatoula defender
Lamonte Janeau
Gary Triplett
Brett Courville
Central players on the sideline relay plays
WAFB-TV’s cameraman James Degraauw
anked Mandeville (9-2) their head. What I mean is they are a very talented team and they perform at the level that they are expected to perform.” HHH Last week’s altercation. After the officials had left the field last Friday night, the Central and Ponchatoula players were shaking hands. Then suddenly, one of the Ponchatoula players threw a punch at Central’s Devon Gales. The punch was unprovoked, and it started an altercation that lasted perhaps 15 seconds. This week, after both teams had a chance to review the film, offi-
cials from Ponchatoula High called to apologize. The Central players appeared completely blameless, but there is always concern about an altercation, even though your team is completely in the right, simply because schools that are the victims of aggression are sometimes punished. HHH Good Sportsmanship. Coach Sid reminds all Central fans to be good hosts and make the Mandville players and fans feel welcome. But don’t forget to scream your heads off, he suggests.
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Tailgating at 2012 LSU-Bama Game
NOT YOUR OLD-TIME TAILGATING — Tailgating, which was once confined to the west side of Tiger Stadium, now happens all over the campus. Quite an event!
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BATON ROUGE — Parkview Baptist School has inducted four additional members to the Alumni Eagle Hall of Fame Award. Headmaster Don Green said, “These awards recognize Parkview Baptist School alumni who have excelled in the areas of Abundant Life, Academics, Arts, and Athletics.” Honorees, recognized at Homecoming ceremonies were Kimen Rizzutto Hess, Dr. Mary Leah Coco, Daniel Lewis, and Josh Son. Abundant Life. The Alumni Eagle Hall of Fame Award in Abundant Life is given to an alumnus who exemplifies a Christ-centered life and is considered an example and inspiration to all those around them. This year’s recipient is Kimen Rizzutto Hess. Kimen began attending PBS in the 3rd grade and is a member of the 1998 graduating class. While attending Parkview, Kimen was a cheerleader, ran track, was a member of FCA, elected to homecoming court, selected as a class favorite, and participated in Belle’s N Beau’s pageants. While attending LSU, Kimen was an LSU Cheerleader,
PARKVIEW HALL OF FAME — Parkview headmaster Don Green, Nita Rizzutto, Hall of Fame inductee Kimen Rizzutto Hess, Brian Hess, Jacob Hess, Wayne Rizzutto, and Meredith Holmes during Parkview Hall of Fame ceremonies at Homecoming.
and she graduated with her Bachelor’s degree from LSU in 2002. While attending LSU Kimen taught cheerleading and gymnastics and would have a chance meeting with a little girl who would set her up on a blind date where she would meet her the love of her life,
Brian Hess. Kimen and Brian married in 2003 and they had their son Jacob Michael Hess in 2006. On December 21st, 2006 God had other plans for their lives. Kimen’s husband, Brian, was in a car accident with his team that would change their lives
forever. Brian was in a coma for over four months. Kimen never left his side. Though they were told Brian would not make it, Kimen’s faith in God told her otherwise. It has been almost six years since the accident and though the road has been hard, Kimen continues to care for Brian, work, and take care of their son Jacob Michael. But as Kimen will tell you, it is not without the Grace of God and the help of the amazing family that God has given to her that she is where she is. Kimen holds on to the vows that she made to Brian. That she will love him and honor him, in sickness and in health. She continues to trust in God and prays that He will heal Brian, that He will restore Brian’s sight, and heal him completely from his injuries. Until that day she will trust in God’s all-knowing power. Kimen holds tight to the promises of God in Deuteronomy 31:6, “Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the Lord your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you.” Kimen said she would like to thank the Parkview Alumni for selecting her for this award and feels so undeserving and humbled. She is so thankful to her parents for sending her to Parkview where she knows she began to grow into who God would have her be. Kimen would also like to thank her parents for showing her what being committed to Christ means. Kimen was joined on the field by her husband Brian, their son, Jacob, and her parents, Wayne and Nita. Academics. The Alumni Eagle Hall of Fame Award in Academics is given to an alumnus who has excelled in academics, either as a student or teacher/ professor, or significantly contributed to the academic development in their community. This year’s recipient is Dr. Mary Leah Coco. Mary Leah attended Parkview for 13 years and graduated in 1998. In her 13 years at Parkview, she was Beta Club vice president, senior class secretary, a member of PBS’ first girls varsity soccer team, the Heart-NSoul jump rope team, on the yearbook committee, and the junior English Award Winner. After graduating from Parkview, Mary Leah attended Louisiana State University where she earned her B.A. in English literature and classical civilization, an M.S. in organizational development, and a Ph.D. with a focus in adult education. She is the assistant director of adult education and training for the Louisiana Dept. of Transportation and Development and also an adjunct professor at LSU. Mary Leah has been serving as the PBS Alumni Board of Directors president for three years. Mary Leah is married to husband Jeremy, and they have one daughter, Annie Claire, who attends Parkview Baptist pre-k. Mary Leah was joined on the field by Jeremy and Annie and her parents, Leah and Larry. She would like to thank the Parkview Baptist family for loving her since 1985 and now
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PARKVIEW HALL OF FAME RECIPIENT — Meredith Holmes; headmaster Don Green; Kristen, Cooper, Josh, Tracy, Charley, and Randy Son, and coach Kenny Guillot
loving her little girl. Arts. The Alumni Eagle Hall of Fame Award in Arts is given to an alumnus who has excelled in the arts or has significantly impacted other individuals and/or their community to excel in the arts. This year’s recipient is Daniel Lewis. Daniel Lewis is a 2001 graduate of Parkview Baptist and a 2004 graduate of LSU. Daniel is one of the owners of Louisiana-based Active Entertainment, which is one of the film industry’s oldest and most stable companies operating in the independent film and television marketplace. Since early 2007, Daniel has been involved in more than 50 film and TV projects and has assisted in the infrastructure growth of the Louisiana’s budding film industry. Daniel has had the opportunity to work with some of the biggest stars in Hollywood. In 2008, Daniel married wife Brandy and in March, 2011 they welcomed their first child, Avery Lynn Lewis. Daniel credits his parents’ leadership
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along with the love and support of his family for much of his success to date. Athletics. The Alumni Eagle Hall of Fame Award in Athletics is given to an alumnus who has excelled in athletics, either as an athlete or coach, or significantly contributed to athletics in their community. This year’s recipient is Josh Son. Josh was a three-sport athlete at Parkview competing in football, basketball, and baseball. His senior year he compiled over 2,200 yards of total offense and accounted for 36 touchdowns. He was voted to the All-District, All-Metro, and All-State Team in 1999 as well as being selected District MVP. In basketball, Josh was point guard averaging 8.4 points, five rebounds, and three steals a game. His senior year he made the All-District Team. In baseball, he made both the All District and All State Team his senior season. Josh was named a finalist for the Advocate’s Athlete of the Year Award both his junior and senior year along with being named a Wendy’s High School Heisman finalist in 2000. Josh was awarded the prestigious “Eagle Award” in football and basketball. Josh played college football at Nicholls State University. He was a four-year starter, three of which he was voted team captain. In 2001, he led the Colonels with 2,000 yards of total offense and 20 touchdowns. Josh was able to lead the Colonels to back-toback Conference Title games in 2002 and 2003. Some accomplishments during his four year career include: • Louisiana Football Magazine’s All College Team in 2000 and 2001 • Southland Conference 1st Team Quarterback in 2002 • Louisiana Sports Writers Association All Louisiana Team in both 2002 and 2003 • Southland Conference Scholar Athlete of the Year in 2003 • Academic All American both his junior and senior Year
• Nicholls State offensive MVP in both 2002 and 2003 Josh currently ranks 9th among the Colonels All Time Passing Leaders and 7th on the All Time Scoring list. He holds the record for the most 100 yard rushing performances during a career, the All Time Leading Rusher in Nicholls State history. In 2009 upon first eligibility, he was inducted into the Nicholls State Football Hall of Fame. Accompanying Josh tonight is his wife, Kristin, and their two children, Charley and Cooper. Also with him are parents, Tracy and Randy, along with head coach of the Parkview Baptist Eagles, Kenny Guillot. Son said, “I would like to thank the Parkview Baptist Alumni Association for recognizing me with such a high honor. Thank you from the bottom of my heart to all the coaches and mentors
that I’ve had over my entire career. I would also like to thank every offensive lineman, running back, and receiver for the effort they put forth in order for me to be successful. You guys are the true Hall of Famer’s in my book. Thank you to my wife Kristin for the support you have shown throughout my college career and most of all for the two beautiful blessings that are here with us tonight. A special thanks to my older brother Chucky because you always set a great example of work ethic and how to compete day in and day out. Without a doubt none of it would’ve been possible without the support of my mom, the persistence of my dad, and the merciful guidance of my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Thank you Parkview Baptist for giving me such great opportunity, and may God continue to bless this great school.”
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Parkview, Catholic, Episcopal in Playoffs
PLAYERS TO WATCH — Players to watch in this Friday’s state playoff games include (left to right) Parkview Baptist’s Hezekiah Randolph and quarterback Brennan Bozeman; Episcopal’s Christian Hebert and Jarrell Rogers, and Catholic High’s Khalil Thomas and Cameron Tom. Parkview, ranked No. 1 in the state in 3A, will host Brusly. Episcopal will travel to Riverside Academy in Reserve in a state 2A playoff game. Catholic will host New Iberia at Olympia Stadium in 5A action. All games start at 7 p.m.
BATON ROUGE — Five Baton Rouge teams will compete in the second week of State Football Playoffs this Friday night. In 5A, Central High School (101) will host Mandeville (9-2) at Wildcat Stadium in Central. For more on the Central game, see Pages 8-9. Also in 5A, Catholic High (8-2) will host New Iberia (9-2) at Olym-
pia Stadium. Parkview Baptist (9-0), ranked No. 1 in the state in 3A, will host Brusly (9-2) at Parkview Stadium on Airline Highway. Episcopal (8-2) will play against Riverside Academy (5-5) in Reserve in a 2A playoff game. In Class 1A, Loreauville (9-2) will visit University High (10-1). All games begin at 7 p.m.
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• Judge Suzan Ponder for reelection as Baton Rouge City Judge. “Judge Ponder has served with honor and integrity as our City Judge for 19 years. She has a solid record of accomplishment and can be counted on to do the right thing. Her opponent has no judicial experience and only six years’ experience as an attorney. Judge Ponder is by far the better qualified candidate.”
If both Central and Catholic win this week, they will face each other next Friday, in a classic rematch of their regular season game, which Central won for the fifth straight year. The winner of that game would face the state’s No. 1, Rummel, or whoever defeated Rummel. Central has won the District 4-5A championship for the past five years straight.
High School Football In Coverage Area Friday, Nov. 16 New Iberia at Catholic Mandeville at Central Brusly at Parkview Baptist Episcopal at Riverside Academy Loreauville at University
‘Who Votes’ Will Be Key to ‘Who Wins’ in Dec. 8 Runoff Election of Appeal. “Judge McDonald is a dedicated public servant and a true conservative on the bench. He is a Navy officer and former Assistant District Attorney who prosecuted criminals. He is an experienced judge with 16 years as a district judge and 10 years on the Court of Appeal. His opponent, a civil rights attorney, has no judicial experience.”
• Smokie Bourgeois for reelection to Metro Council District 12. “Councilman Smokie Bourgeois is completing his first term on the Metro Council and has proven himself to be an independent voice for the average citizen. He is not afraid to stand up to the powers that be in city government and has faced down powerful developers and special interests. His reelection is crucial to
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maintaining the Metro Council’s independence from the Mayor.” The party said, “We expect a low turnout Dec. 8 and hope that all registered Republicans will take the time to vote in this critical election, at which these important judgeships and council seat are at stake. Who votes will be key to who wins. Please vote during early voting Nov. 24 to Dec. 1.”
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BATON ROUGE — Events coming up in and around the Capital City: Friday, November 16 Blood Drive • 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. United Blood Services will hold a blood drive at Lane Regional Medical Center. The drive is open to the public and registration is not required. However, donors are encouraged to sign up online at www.bloodhero. com – sponsor code: LaneRegional. November 16 and 17 Mayor’s Food Bank Challenge The Mayor’s Food Bank Challenge, Mayor Mac Watts of Central vs. Mayor David Amrhein of Zachary, will be held Friday, Nov. 16, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (free dinner with five nonperishable items 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.) and Saturday, Nov. 17, 8 a.m. to 12 noon (free hot dog with five non-perishable items 11 a.m. to 12 noon) at Starkey Academy, 10510 Joor Road. All food collected in Central goes to the Central Community Food Bank. Friday, November 16 White Light Night Mid-City Merchants 6 to 10 p.m. The Mid City Merchants will again host its premier art event, as expectations for the 15th annual 2012 White Light Night Art Hop continue to rise. This year’s event is targeted to once again bring thousands to the heart of Baton Rouge for an evening of viewing local art trends, meeting the artists, and jumpstarting the holiday season with the fire that only local culture can bring. Please contact Liz Walker at (225) 924-6437 for additional information or visit www. midcitymerchants.org
PERSNICKETY TOO — A new unique gift shop that carries a variety of gifts, home decor, and children’s items. Pictured are (left to right) Abbie Finich, owner Christine Carruth, and Breann Deville. The store is located at 14790 Wax Road, Suite 110, 225-246-2722. Persnickety has a second location at 20377 Old Scenic Hwy., Zachary, 225-654-6168.
Tuesday, November 20 A Hero Among Us • 3 p.m. Tweens, teens, and young adults are invited to a presentation and fitness demonstration at the PrideChaneyville Branch by Olympic athlete Kevin Marshall. He participated in the 2008 Beijing Olympics as part of the Haitian cycling team and is a current LSU student and ROTC cadet. For information, call 389-7450. Tuesday, November 20 CCA Meeting • 7 p.m.
Central Community Alliance meeting will be held at the DEMCO, 16262 Wax Road. Guest speaker will be Sheriff Sid Gautreaux with the EBR Sheriff’s Department. He will give an update on issues in Central as well as how to prepare yourself for safety around the holiday season. Saturday, November 24 Kicking Up Your Heels 7 to 10 p.m. The PrimeTimers of St. Alphonsus are sponsoring a dance at Kristen-
then a close five-way race among the Republican candidates for the second spot in the runoff. Democrat Mary Olive Pierson was given an outside chance for a runoff spot with Guidry. Instead, while Guidry did run first in the primary, Hughes ran a strong second, ahead of Pierson and far ahead of the other Republicans. He ran so well in the primary based on an overwhelming vote in Livingston Parish, his home parish, a strong vote in Ascension Parish, and a first place showing in Central. In East Baton Rouge Parish
as a whole, he was neck and neck with the other EBR Republican candidates. Hughes has been endorsed by the Republican Party of East Baton Rouge Parish, and Guidry has been endorsed by the Democratic Party of East Baton Rouge Parish. In the race for Court of Appeal, incumbent Judge Mike McDonald narrowly missed an outright victory in the primary, followed by civil right attorney Gideon Carter III, a Democrat, and Judge Trudy White, a Republican. McDonald was endorsed by the Republican Party of
Tuesday, November 27 Chamber of Commerce of East Baton Rouge Parish Annual Meeting 11:30 a.m. The newly-formed Chamber of Commerce of East Baton Rouge Parish will hold its first Annual Meeting at Café Américain on Jefferson Highway. The reception will begin at 11:30 a.m. with the luncheon, including the Annual Meeting at 12 noon. Membership is open to locally-owned businesses which meet certain criteria. Attendance is open to any local business owner. For more information, call Bob Breaux, executive director, at 225-279-6008. The Chamber is affiliated with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Thursday, November 29 An Evening of Scenes • 6:30 p.m. Central High School’s Talented Theatre will present “An Evening of Scenes” in the Central Middle School Cafeteria. Come out and see live performances by the theatre students while enjoying a fabulous dinner provided by Louis DeAngelo’s. Tickets are $15 each, two for $14 each, three for $13 each, or 4 or more $12 each. Dinner will include Chicken Reggiano, Sensation salad, bread, and butter braid pastry. Tickets can be purchased at the Central High office.
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In the Supreme Court race, the stakes are high. Republican nominee Jeff Hughes, who now serves on the Court of Appeal, would give Republicans and conservatives a 4-3 majority on the court for the first time in history. On the other hand, Guidry, a moderate Democrat with some business support, would be the first black judge elected to the Supreme Court from the Baton Rouge area in history. The Nov. 6 primary for the Supreme Court was supposed to result in Guidry running first and
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