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Thursday, March 22, 2012 • Vol. 15, No. 7 • 20 Pages • Circulation 11,000 • www.centralcitynews.us • Phone 225-261-5055
Presidential Primary Vote for President This Saturday, March 24
Rick Santorum Speaks to 1,800 In Central City Woody Jenkins
Editor, Central City News
Photo by Woody Jenkins
CENTRAL — Sen. Rick Santorum brought his campaign for the Republican Presidential nomination to Central Sunday night. More than 1,800 packed into the Greenwell Springs Baptist Church and the church’s Family Center to hear Santorum answer questions from former Rep. Tony Perkins, a member of the church. President Obama and the three other GOP candidates were also invited. Santorum is the leading candidate in this Saturday’s Louisiana Presidential Primary. See SANTORUM on Page 7
Republicans to Vote on Party Committees SEN. RICK SANTORUM jokes with former Rep. Tony Perkins Sunday night at Greenwell Springs Baptist Church in Central.
Louisiana: Too Close To Call Saturday Vote
Santorum Romney Gingrich
25% 21% 20%
CENTRAL — On Saturday, Louisiana Republicans will go to the polls to decide between conservative Rick Santorum and more moderate
Mitt Romney for the Republican Presidential nomination. At the same time, Republican voters in East Baton Rouge Parish will help
Thousands Expected At Magnolia Square This Friday-Saturday For Annual Festival
The Annual Cookoff will provide lots of culinary excitement, as will the great meals Friday night and Saturday. There will also be outstanding local entertainment, auctions, and entertainment for children. Here is the schedule of activities provided by chairman Louis DeJohn: • The fun will begin at 5 p.m. on Friday with the Navy Brass Ensemble Band. • The entertainment continues with Carbon Copy Band from 7 to 9 p.m. As always, Friday night will feature a giant Crawfish Boil, with plates going for $15 each. Some of the contestants in the Annual Cookoff will begin cooking Friday and continue throughout the evening. • On Saturday, Cookin’ in Central continues at 10 a.m. GREAT CRAWFISH — Once again, Central residents will flock to Cookin’ in Central • The Cook-Off will include
decide the philosophical direction of the Republican Party at the state and local levels. The battle is un-
Ron Paul 6%; Undecided 28%
Crawfish Reigns at Cookin’ in Central Woody Jenkins
Editor, Central City News
CENTRAL — The 7th Annual Cookin’ in Central this weekend at the Village at Magnolia Square will help raise money for three worthwhile causes: • All Central public, private, and parochial schools. • Disabled veterans. • Central Community Assistance Foundation, which helps low income children in Central. The two-day festival begins at 5 p.m. Friday and ends at 4 p.m. on Saturday. for some great crawfish, such as that prepared by Vince Bellelo and Jimmy Hemba in 2010.
Source: WWL-TV Poll - March 8-10, 2012
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See COOKIN’ on Page 4
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CENTRAL’S Billy and Linda Clark with Presidential candidate Sen. Rick Santorum.
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On Saturday, Please Vote, Then Go to Cookin’ Rick Santorum Hopes Conservative Voters in Central Will Turn Out For Presidential Bid Woody Jenkins
Editor, Central City News
CENTRAL — Since Louisiana enacted its Presidential Primary law in 1976, Republicans have very seldom had the opportunity to go to the polls and vote for a true conservative. This year is different. We have Rick Santorum, an attractive former Senator with the intelligence, experience, determinaWoody Jenkins tion, courage, and philosophy to make a great President. He made it a point to come to Central to let us meet him and
vs. to ask for our vote — something no other Presidential candidate has ever done. Now it’s up to us. We can buy in to the predictable liberal media propaganda that “he can’t win” and “Romney is inevitable” and see that reality come to pass. Or we can realize that the decision is in our hands, and that all we have to do is go to the polls and vote for Santorum. The greatest thing going for Obama is our own confusion and lethagy. Saturday will be a big day in Central because of Cookin’ in Central and the Presidential Primary. Please participate in both. Go by your precinct and vote be-
fore Cookin’ in Central gets underway at 10 a.m., or go by and vote after Cookin’ is over at 4 p.m. Going by before Cookin’ starts is much preferable. After Cookin’ is over, you may forget to vote, or you may be too tired to get out of the house! HHH It seems almost everybody in Central wants to get Obama out of office. It will be interesting to see how many people actually take the time and trouble to go vote. When I see the low turnout in Central in some of these elections, I fear for our country. We are choosing a champion to go up against Obama. For God’s sake, take the time to vote on Saturday! HHH Governor’s Education Reform Bills Need Amendments. I have read the Governor’s three major education reform bills and am deeply concerned about how they will affect the Central Community School System in two important ways. First of all, HB 976 provides for scholarships to be granted to low income students in failing schools. Unfortunately, the bill allows these students to take their scholarships across district lines. In other words, an inner city youth from a failing school can use the scholarship in the Central school system.
Right now, the bill says the acceptance of these scholarship students is up to the local superintendent. That’s not good enough. This is a policy decision and should be made by the elected school board after a public hearing, in which the people are allowed to come and let their voices be heard. HB 974 should be amended to give the school board the right to approve or disapprove transfer students. Second and even more important, HB 974 changes how school personnel would be hired at the local level. At present, new hires are proposed by the school superintendent and then considered by the elected school board in an open, public hearing at which time the public can be heard. HB 974 allows the superintendent alone — without a public hearing or a vote by the school board — to hire everyone in the system from a principal to a director of curriculum to the football coach. This would effectively remove the public and their elected officials from the process. A very bad idea indeed! This bill should be amended to retain the present system for hiring school personnel. HHH The next Central City News will be published April 12 and will include the Health and Fitness Guide. The deadline will be April 6.
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Residents Debate 9th Grade Academy
CENTRAL — Last Thursday, Central schools Supt. Mike Faulk presided over a spirited discussion about the future of Central’s 9th Grade Academy. More than 200 students, teachers, parents, and school board members attended the forum at Tanglewood Elementary School. The discussion will continue at Tanglewood tonight at 6 p.m. At present, Central High includes grades 9-12, Central Middle grades 6-8, Central Intermediate grades 4-5, Tanglewood grades 2-3, and Bellingrath Hills K-1. But this fall, Central Middle and Central Intermediate will move into the new Central School Complex on Sullivan Road. That would leave the existing Central Middle School campus and the rented Starkey Academy campus vacant. In addition, CIS would be expanded to grades 3-5 at the new School Complex, Tanglewood would become a school for grades 1-2, and Bellingrath Hills would be preK-K only. Thursday night’s discussion focused on where to locate the 9th Grade Academy. Several options were discussed, all involving significant capital expenditures: • Long-Term. Construct a new two-story classroom wing at the ex-
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Issue Is Not Whether But Where to Locate Central High School 9th Grade Academy
Teacher Brandon Lagroue
Carmen Evans discussed the location of Central’s 9th Grade Academy
isting high school site for 400 9th graders. This would be 30,000 additional square feet at a cost of $5 million and would not be ready until the 2015-2016 school year. • Another Long-Term Proposal. Relocate the 9th Grade Academy in the old Central Middle School. Because of the very poor condition of the building, the main classroom building would have to be renovated at a cost of $3.7 to $4.3 million. See 9th GRADE on Page 15
Central School Board listened patiently to two hours of public discussion.
Some of the citizens who packed into Tanglewood Elementary last Thursday
Anne-Marie Evans and Sydney Tillman
Beth Miller, Assistant Principal
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Cookin’ in Central: A Time for Everyone To Come Together as a True Community
Cookin’ in Central chairman Louis DeJohn with check for St. Bernard schools in 2006.
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competition for jambalaya, BBQ chicken, couchon-du-lait or pork roast, brisket, and fried turkey. • Meal tickets will be $10. • Live entertainment will continue throughout most of the day
Cookin’ in Central Friday, March 23 and Saturday, March 24 Village at Magnolia Square
with many schools, cheerleaders, dance teams, and others performing. • Special entertainment will be provided for children, including a rock climbing wall, dunking booth, blow ups, and more. • After lunch, the program will include Live, Silent, and Progressive Auctions. • In addition to meals, snowballs, ice cream, and yogurt will be offered, as well as beverages. • Drive through dinners will be available Friday night and Saturday.
Then-Rep. Nita Hutter of St. Bernard Parish explodes with joy over $190,000 gift.
• The $10,000 Auction will draw lots of interest. Tickets are $100. Judge Richard Anderson and Ms. City of Central Keeley LeBlanc will assist in the drawing Saturday afternoon. • Tickets for the Crawfish Boil and lunch on Saturday can be purchased at all Central public, private, and parochial schools, Chamber of Commerce, Bank of Zachary, Fidelity Bank, Hancock Bank, Neighbor’s Federal Credit Union, People’s Bank, Ross Tire,
and Whitney Bank. Cookin’ in Central had its origins more than 10 years ago. After the terrorist attack of Sept. 11, 2001, Louis DeJohn and a group of contractors and union members wanted to do something to help the people of New York City. They held a giant cookout and bought two brand-new fire engines for the New York City Fire Department. Shortly after the founding of the City of Central in 2005, Katrina hit the Gulf coast, causing devastaSee COOKIN’ on Page 5
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Cookin’ in Central: Another Great Year
Diane and Wayne Leader among family and friends at an early Cookin’ in Central
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tion. The people of Central wanted to do something to help. They founded Cookin’ for Our Neighbors and targeted the community of Chalmette in St. Bernard Parish. That parish was virtually wiped out. Almost all government buildings were destroyed, and the school system was eliminated. Only two of the parish’s school buses survived. Without buses or money, there was no way to transport students to the makeshift schools, which were being reconstructed. In 2006, Central raised more than $190,000 to purchase three brand-new school buses for the St. Bernard School System. It was a moment to remember when Louis DeJohn announced that a total of $190,000 had been raised. Then-Rep. Nita Hutter of St. Bernard Parish was in Central to represent her parish. He raised her hands with joy and cried. So much had happened to the people of her parish, and this was some of the first tangible help to come. Six years later, those buses are still rolling. They are named, “The Spirit of Central.” Last September, one of the buses was driven to Central for the ground-breaking of
Schedule of Events Under Pavillion Friday, March 23 Crawfish Serving Starts Navy Brass Band Flag Dedication, Mayor Watts Navy Brass Band Progressive Auction (Quilt) Carbon Copy Band Live Auction (One Item) Carbon Copy Band Saturday, March 24 10:00 am Silent Auction Begins 10:20-10:25 am Carrie’s 5-6-7-8 10:20-10:25 am Live Auction (One Item) 10:25-10:45 am SAS Cheerleaders 10:45 am Welcome, Mayor Watts 10:48 am Prayer, Pastor Ron Erickson 10:50 am Presentation of Colors 10:53 am Pledge, Mayor Watts
5:00 pm 5:00-5:55 pm 5:55-6:10 pm 6:10-6:50 pm 6:50-7:10 pm 7:10-8:00 pm 8:00-8:15 pm 8:15-9:00 pm
Cookin’s new site on Blackwater Road. It was still in good condition. Every year since 2006, Cookin’ has adopted a different worthwhile cause. One year it was seed money to help pay up front expenses for the new Central Community School System. Another year it was library books and technology equipment for Central schools. Another year it was helping rebuild the library for the nearby St. Helena Parish School System.
Central City News’ 2012 Publication Schedule January 2012 - July 2012 - 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month Deadline: 5 p.m. Thursday seven days before publication August 2012 - December 2012 - Every Thursday from August 9, 2012 through December 20, 2012 Deadline: 5 p.m. Friday the week before publication Thursday, March 22 Thursday, April 12 Thursday, April 26 Thursday, May 10 Thursday, May 24 Thursday, June 14 Thursday, June 28
Cookin’ in Central Health and Fitness Guide Festival of Two Rivers Graduation Edition Professional Services Hard Hat Edition Central Home Edition
Well-known chefs volunteer their time to compete in the Cookoff and feed visitors.
Thursday, July 12 Thursday, Aug. 9 Thursday, Sept. 6 Thursday, Sept. 20 Thursday, Oct. 4 Tuesday, Nov. 20 Thursday, Nov. 29
Health and Fitness Guide Back-to-School Edition Central Football Preview Hard Hat Edition Health & Fitness Guide Christmas Gift Guide Central Christmas Parade
10:54 am National Anthem Central Community Choir 10:57 am Retire Colors 11:00 am Serving Line Opens 11:00-11:15 am Introduce Judges 11:15-11:35 am Central Community Choir 11:35-11:40 am Live Auction (One Item) 11:40-12:00 noon Tanglewood Elementary 12:00-12:05 pm Live Auction (One Item) 12:05-12:25 pm Bellingrath Elementary 12:25-12:40 pm Progressive Auction 12:40-1:00 pm Central Intermediate 1:00-1:15 pm $10,000 Raffle 1:15-1:35 pm Entertainment 1:35 pm Close Silent Auction 1:35-2:00 pm Announce Cook Off Winners 2:00-2:30 pm Legworks 2:30-4:00 pm Live Auction
This is the 7th Annual Cookin’ in Central. It began as Cookin’ for Our Neighbors and then became Cookin’ for Our Kids before adopting its current title of Cookin’ in Central. The community-wide event is a time for everyone in Central and surrounding areas to come together. All differences are forgotten while the community celebrates its many blessings.
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Republican, Democratic Primaries Face Voters
Sample Ballots for March 24 Election Vote at Your Regular Precinct on Saturday, March 24, 2012 SAMPLE BALLOT Republican Primary City of Central March 24, 2012
Republican Parish Executive Committee Elected Parishwide Members at Large Vote for Up to 5
q President of the United States Elizabeth Dent Rev. “Tommy” French q q Michele Bachmann* q Louis “Woody” Jenkins q Randy Crow q “Dan” Kyle q Newt Gingrich q Willie “W.D.” Lewis q Jon Huntsman* q Kenneth McMillan Ron Paul q Judge Darrell White (retired) q Rick Perry* q Republican Parish Executive Charles “Buddy” Roemer* q Committee — Member Mitt Romney q Metro Council District 1 Rick Santorum q 1 to be Elected Republican State Central John Coghlan q Committee — Member q 65th Representative District, Randy Lamana* Subdistrict B Republican Parish Executive Committee — Member Brennan Easley q Metro Council District 4 “Billy” Thompson q 1 to be Elected Republican State Central “Jr.” Shelton q Committee Member q 65th Representative District, “Billy” Thompson Subdistrict C *Indicates candidate has Barry D. Ivey q dropped out of race Jared Smith q
SAMPLE BALLOT Democratic Primary City of Central March 24, 2012
President of the United States “Bob” Ely Barack Obama Darcy G. Richardson John Wolfe
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Democratic State Central Committee — Member 65th Representative District, Office B Joshua Hollins Dalton Honore
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Democratic Parish Executive Committee — Members At Large Vote for Up to 5 Donald C. Hodge Jr. q Charlotte McDaniel McGehee q Dan Scheuermann q Larry Selders q Dean “Deaneaux” Vicknair q W. T. Winfield q
MUNICIPAL ELECTION City of Baker Saturday, March 24, 2012 Mayor, City of Baker
Leroy Davis (D) q Donald “Duck” Kyer (D) q Harold Rideau (D) q Monteic Sizer (D) q Chief of Police Frederick Chappell (D) q Silas Geralds (D) q “Snapper” Knaps (D) q Councilman District 1 Charles Vincent (D) q Unopposed Councilman District 2 Norman “Pete” Heine (D) q Yolanda Vessell (D) q A. J. Walls (D) q Councilman District 3 Joyce Burges (D) q Carlon Simpson (D) q Councilman District 4 David Georgetown (D) q Darnell Waites (D) q Robert Young (D) q Councilman District 5 John Givens (D) q Darryl L. Robertson (D) q Fred O. Russell (D) q
Central Voters to Choose GOP Party Leaders Saturday Continued from Page 1
known to most voters, but it is real and will take place on Saturday. Registered Republicans will vote for members of the Republican State Central Committee and the 17-member East Baton Rouge Republican Parish Executive Committee (five at-large and one from each Metro Council district). The state central committee has been in conservative hands for at least the past 12 years, and that is not likely to change Saturday. If anything, the Christian, conservative majority on the Republican State Central Committee is likely to increase. State Republican Chairman Roger Villere of New Orleans is the leader of the conservative group. The real battle will be for control of the East Baton Rouge Republi-
REPUBLICAN COMMITTEES — Billy Thompson (center) is running for Republican State Central Committee against Brennan Easley (rght) and for the Parish Executive Committee against Jr. Shelton (left).
can Parish Executive Committee. Over the years, the Republican Party in Baton Rouge has often been controlled by moderates. For example, East Baton Rouge Parish Republican Chairman John Price recently resigned to become Assistant Chief Administrative Officer under Democratic MayorPresident Kip Holden. Although Price resigned as Parish Party Chairman, he is running for
reelection to the Republican State Central Committee and also to the Republican Parish Executive Committee from South Baton Rouge. Conservatives filed a full slate of candidates for the Parish Executive Committee and appear likely to win a majority. Here in Central, Jr. Shelton and Billy Thompson are running for the Parish Executive Committee from Metro Council District 4.
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Shelton is part of the conservative slate, which is attempting to get a conservative majority on the PEC. In the race for Republican State Central Committee from District 65-B, Brennan Easley and Billy Thompson are seeking the seat. Easley is affiliated with the conservative slate that currently has a majority in the state party. Republican voters parishwide will elect five at-large members of the Republican Parish Executive Committee. Seven candidates are seeking the five seats. The parishwide conservative slate includes Elizabeth Dent, Tommy French, Woody Jenkins, Dan Kyle, and Judge Darrell White. The other two candidates, Ken McMillan and Willie Lewis, were not part of the original conservative slate but have been added to it.
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Santorum Wins Over Many in Central as ‘A Regular Guy’ and ‘True Conservative’
SANTORUM IN BATON ROUGE — At left, Jerry and Bennie Payne of Central, Rep. Lena Whitney, and Lee Whitney. At right, Rep. Tony Perkins, Rick Santorum, and Connor Lloyd
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Earlier in the day, Santorum spoke at two large churches in Shreveport, and attended an LSU baseball game at Alex Box Stadium and a fundraising event in Baton Rouge. A number of Central residents attended the fundraiser. On Sunday evening, Santorum attended a pastors’ gathering at Greenwell Springs Baptist Church at 5 p.m. and the regular Sunday night worship service at 6 p.m.
Rev. Dennis Terry spoke on the obligation of Christians to be involved in their state and nation. He also discussed the 1st Amendment to the Constitution and the concept of separation of church and state. He then introduced former Rep. Tony Perkins, a member of the church, who in turn introduced former Sen. Rick Santorum. For 45 minutes, Perkins and Santorum sat on stools in the center of the podium while Perkins asked
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Santorum: My wife Karen and I have been married 23 years. We’ve been blessed with eight children. Seven are still with us, ranging from three and a half to 20 years old. I guess it’s a great time to run for President, huh? [laughter] Karen is a nurse and a lawyer. She was clerking for a federal judge when I met her. When we got married, she walked away from her career and became a home schooling mom. See SANTORUM on Page 8
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Santorum Worshipped at Greenwell Springs,
With Seven Kids, It’s A Challenge to Run For President, GOP Candidate Confirms Continued from Page 7
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After I lost my last job [as U.S. Senator in 2006], I told Karen I was thinking about running for President. I said, “Let’s pray about it!” She said, “Absolutely not! We’re not praying about that!” [laughter] Of course, eventually, we did pray about it. It’s not something we wanted to do, but something we felt called to do. Perkins: Some say Christians should not be involved in politics. They want Christians removed from the public square. What is the role of Christians in politics? Santorum: This is something we are attacked on. You know, the words “separation of church and state” never appear in the Constitution. What good is “freedom of speech” if you can’t say what you believe? The idea that people of faith can’t express their views would make the Founding Fathers turn over in their graves! The Left uses President Jefferson’s letter to the Danbury Baptists to support the concept of a “wall of separation between the church and state.” But Jefferson’s letter simply tells the Baptists that the state can’t tell them what to believe. It has nothing to do with restricting the right of religious people to speak their views or be involved in politics. Today the 1st Amendment has
PASTOR Dennis Terry (left) and Rep. Tony Perkins (right) pray for Rick Santorum.
been turned on its head. Perkins: When you were in the Senate, you championed the Partial Birth Abortion Bill. What does it mean to be pro-life? Santorum: It means respecting the dignity of all human life. I don’t think that life begins at conception. Rather, I know life be-
gins at conception. It’s not an article of faith with me. We always judge a society by how they treat the weakest members of society. In our family, with eight children, we see each child as a blessing. Yet, in the world, many people see children as a burden. They don’t
respect the dignity of each human life. But I know we must appreciate all of God’s gifts — all of God’s children. Perkins: You have been labeled by some as “anti-woman.” You have opposed mandating that churches provide contraception devices in health insurance. Is this an attack on freedom of religion? Santorum: Not long ago a federal court ruled that a church had to hire ministers who did not agree with the church’s teachings. That case went to the U.S. Supreme Court. The Solicitor General, representing the President, argued that the church should be forced to hire someone who did not adhere to the church’s beliefs. The Supreme Court ruled 9-0 against the Obama Administration. This is exactly what we are talking about — it’s the very thing the 1st Amendment was drafted to prevent. This Administration believes that forcing people to buy a product [health insurance] is more important than protecting your freedom of religion. That’s why this is such an important election. It’s about what government can impose on the people. Perkins: Let’s discuss the mandate of Obamacare. Can we afford Obamacare? Santorum: No. The real issue is whether we will be ruled by an elite group of people who will tell us what to do. They went to the best schools. They think they are smarter than everyone else. Socialism works until you run out of other people’s money. What makes America great is not
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Answered Questions on Faith, Philosophy
of the policies of the UN. Perkins: What about don’t ask/ don’t tell in the military? Santorum: The administration has been using the military for social experimentation. I will support don’t ask/don’t tell. This doesn’t preclude gays and lesbians from serving in the military. They just have to keep it to themselves. Perkins: What about the federal budget deficits? Santorum: We can balance the federal budget within five years. To do that, we should spend less every year for five years. There should be no Santorum • Perkins more inflation-based budgeting. We must take on the sacred cows! But there’s one place I won’t cut, and that’s defense. It is down to 17 percent of our budget. What has grown the most? Entitlements! That is where we have to cut. We will start by repealing Obamacare. We should adopt the Paul Ryan budget as a 1st step. We should use block grants to the states.
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an all-knowing, all-powerful government but freedom! Perkins: This church is very supportive of the nation of Israel. What is your stance on Israel? Santorum: I spoke at AIPAC [American Israel Public Affairs Committee] recently. When Obama spoke to them, he said “Israel, I have your back!" But Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said Israel is worried about whether Obama has Israel’s back. I told AIPAC, Obama has turned his back on Israel. Regarding Iran, the Iranians are Persians. Historically, they did not persecute the Jews. The desire of the Iranian government to persecute Jews is not shared by the Iranian people. When Obama had the opportunity to stand up for the Iranian people, he turned his back on them. We must do everything we can to prevent a war, but Iran must either shut down its nuclear capacity, or we will shut it down for them. Perkins: Why should the United States stand with Israel? Santorum: There are many reasons. First, they are our friend and ally. Second, they are a democracy in the heart of the Middle East. Third, it is their homeland. After what happened in World War II, the world had an obligation to provide them with a homeland. Perkins: What about foreign aid? Santorum: Well, it’s important that U. S. aid be spent in accordance with U.S. policy. For example, our Mexico City policy is that taxpayer dollars should not be spent to fund abortion. We should defund most
See SANTORUM on Page 10
SEN. RICK SANTORUM holds the pocket-sized book containing the United States Constitution and Declaration of Independence that he often refers to in speeches.
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Central Residents Impressed by Rick Sant
Central Leaders at Santorum Speech: Included Jim Lloyd, Dr. Tony Lobue, and Realtor Jr. Shelton Continued from Page 9
Photo by Woody Jenkins
Perkins: In 2004, you supported Arlen Specter for reelection to the U.S. Senate from Pennsylvania against conservative Pat Toomey. Why? Santorum: Supreme Court nominees. He was slated to become chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, and he pledged to support President Bush’s nominees. After the election, we had only 53 votes. He was named committee chairman, and he did in fact support Justice Alito and Chief Justice Roberts. Without his support, they would not have been confirmed. Perkins: Central has incorporated and formed its own school district. Do you support parental choice in education? Santorum: Public education is government-run education. We have too many mandates at the federal and state levels. The customer is the person we should pay attention to, and that is the parent. The parent is the one who pays the bill. When parents are not involved, students do poorly. The schools should be structured to serve every student. If I had my way, we would repeal No Child Left Behind. We should not send the money to the feds and the state but keep it here at home. I
Photo by Woody Jenkins
CENTRAL’S Jim, Taylor-Beth, Manning, and Connor Lloyd with Sen. Rick Santorum
Sen. Rick Santorum with Glenda and Ken Sullivan
FUNDRAISING HOSTS — Adam Shrev
trust parents more than bureaucrats in Washington. Perkins: Americans are experiencing “pain at the pump!” Gas prices have increased under Obama from $1.78 a gallon to $3.64 a gallon. We live in a petrochemical center. What are your energy policies? Santorum: This administration has slowed down the process of issuing permits for drilling, delayed building pipelines, and delayed building refineries. We need to bring more energy production to this country. Venezuela is producing 2.5 million barrels a day and sending much of it to China. Yet, the President won’t even let us build a pipeline from Canada. He won’t allow production in the Eastern Gulf. He won’t allow drilling in Alaska. Continued on Page 11
Republican Parish Executive Committee The East Baton Rouge Republican Parish Executive Committee is the official governing body of the Republican Party in the parish. It is composed of 17 members — 5 elected at large parishwide and one elected from each of the 12 Metro Council Districts. Its members are elected every four years at the time of the Presidential Primary by the registered Republicans in the parish. The member elected from Metro Council District 4 represents Central on the committee.
Jr. Shelton wants to represent you • Lifelong Republican • Businessman for over 40 years • City of Central Activist • Strong Christian Ethics • A Real Conservative • Central Resident for 36 years • Local Realtor “It is time the Republican Party returns to its fundamental base of ‘true conservatism.’ We must as a party come together and find and support candidates who will hold the Republican leaders accountable to the values that have made America prosper. We cannot let the moderates continue to denigrade this great country. By electing me to this committee, I pledge to all Republicans in EBR and particularly District 4, that I will work to find candidates and endorse those who will make the Republican Party truly the Grand Ole Party once again.”
Jr. Shelton • Metro Council District 4 Vote Saturday, March 24
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ve, Logan Shreve, Robert Shreve, Sen. Rick Santorum, Rep. Tony Perkins, and Jeff Shreve
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Obama’s policy is not going to change. These are radical environmentalists who believe that what’s in the ground or oceans is a liability. He has policies in place to discourage production. He’s still for caps on CO2 emissions. He’s still for cap-and-trade. But we know the higher the price of gasoline, the slower our economy will be and the less employment we will have. Perkins: What is your vision for America? Santorum: In Iowa, I held 385 town meetings, ranging in size from one person to 200 people. We talked about what is at stake for America. The issue today is who we are as a nation. I carry around this document in my pocket — a copy of the Constitution. It’s an operator’s manual for our government. But it has to be read in conjunction with another document in here — the Declaration of Independence. There’s a reason. The Constitution without the Declaration is a potentially dangerous
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document. The French Revolution followed the American Revolution very closely. The French revolution was based on its motto of Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity. The idea of that revolution was that rights come from man, or the government. But when our rights come from one another, obligations can be imposed and rights can be taken away. As a result, the
Sen. Rick Santorum
French Revolution ended in the guillotine and tyranny. Our revolution was based on Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness. We believed that rights come from our Creator. Never before had a government been based on the idea that men are created equal by a loving God. A government was created that served the people, rather than requiring the people to serve the gov-
ernment. The result was freedom and prosperity. A limited government created unlimited potential for a free people. When de Tocqueville visited America in the early 1800’s and wrote Democracy in America, he remarked that the government had very little impact on the lives of the people. With such freedom, we developed from a society where people lived to an average age of 35 — which hadn’t changed in 2,000 years — to a life expectancy of double that. We believed in the human potential and freedom. Yet, today there are many who believe that we are better off ruled — just as King George III believed! What kind of government will we leave for our children? Will everyone be dependent on the federal government for their health and their very life? No, I believe America is different. We are different from the ones who stayed behind in Europe. Or that’s what America will soon decide. Editor’s Note: Along with Republican voters in the rest of Louisiana, Central’s voters will go to the polls this Saturday to help select the Republican Presidential nominee. The polls are open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. at your regular voting places.
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Milestones Births • Engagements • Weddings • Deaths Anniversaries • Reunions
CHANEY, HUCKABY
Cassie Chaney and Thomas Huckaby were wed Jan. 7 at Fellowship Baptist Church in Central.
Jessica Wellman and Lucas Ables will exchange vows March 24 at Forrest Grove Plantation.
Amanda Poche, Landon Walden To Wed March 24 in Baton Rouge
Landon Walden and Amanda Poche
BATON ROUGE — Amanda Poche of Baton Rouge and Landon Walden of Denham Springs will marry in a 7 p.m. ceremony Saturday, March 24, 2012, at Ashley Manor in Baton Rouge. The bride-elect is the daughter of Valerie Poche and Deda Richardson of Baton Rouge and Lester and Cathy Poche of Central. She is the granddaughter of Leonard and Mary Poche of Denham Springs and the late Earl and Anna Verrett of Baton Rouge. Amanda is a graduate of Central High School and EMS Paramedic Academy. She is employed as a paramedic with East Baton Rouge Emergency Medical Services. Her fiancé is the son of Shaun and Joyce Wales of Clinton and the late Timothy Walden of St. Francisville. He is a grandson of Dolly Jones of Lottie and the late Jerelene Walden of St. Francisville. Landon is a graduate of Denham Springs High School and Louisiana State University. He is employed as a physical therapy technician at Kleinpeter Physical Therapy in Zachary.
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WELLMAN, ABLES
CENTRAL — Cassie Lee Chaney and Thomas Joseph Huckaby were married in a 5 p.m. ceremony Jan. 7, 2012, at Fellowship Baptist Church with Rev. Glen Miers officiating.
The bride is the daughter of Davy Chaney and Vicki and Bobby Neames of Baton Rouge. She is the granddaughter of Eddie and Beth Moore, the late Bobbye Moore of Clinton, the late Virgil and Merle Chaney of Pride, and Bobby and JoAnn Neames of Baton Rouge. The bridegroom is the son of Dennis and Evelyn Davis Huckaby of Central. He is the grandson of Gwen Warren and the late J.D. Warren of Pride, the late Royce Huckaby of Baton Rouge, and Charles and Debbie Davis of Central. The bride was attended by her maid of honor and sister, Rebekah Chaney. Bridesmaids were Kacie Causey and Maegan Struppeck. The flower girl was Addison Mayers. The groom was attended by his best man and brother, Benjamin Paul Huckaby. Groomsmen were Justin Efferson and Jason Allen. The ring bearer was Tanner Fuller. The bride works for the Sheriff’s Department in Baton Rouge and the groom is a senior at Southeatern Louisiana University, majoring in music education. The couple went on a Carribean cruise for their honeymoon. The couple resides in Baton Rouge.
Jessica Wellman and Lucas Ables
DENHAM SPRINGS — Jessica Michelle Wellman and Lucas Warren Ables of Central will exchange vows in a ceremony at Forrest Grove Plantation on Saturday, March 24, 2012, at 7 p.m. The bride-elect is the daughter of Larry D. Wellman and Nita H. Wellman of Central. Jessica is a 2007 graduate of Central High School and a 2011 graduate of Southeastern Louisiana University Nursing School. She is a registered nurse and is employed at Woman’s Hospital in labor and delivery. Her fiancé is the son of Anderson and Gaynell Ables of Central. Lucas is a 2004 graduate of Central High School. He is a firefighter with the Baton Rouge Fire Department and owner of Precision Patio, LLC.
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Huckaby
Chaney, Huckaby Exchange Vows
Jessica Wellman, Lucas Ables to Marry March 24 at Forrest Grove
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Claire Helene Price
Brandon and Susanne Price of Natchez, Miss. are proud to announce the birth of their daughter Claire Helene. She was welcomed home by her big brother, Hayden Lewis. Claire was born Dec. 29, 2011, at Community Hospital in Natchez. She weighed six pounds, 13 ounces, and was 19-3/4 inches long. Proud grandparents are Charlie and JoeAnn Price of Baywood and Ronnie and JoAnn Brumfield of Natchez.
Massey, Stevens To Marry April 21 In St. Francisville
ST. FRANCISVILLE — Cody Massey of Vicksburg, Miss. will marry Jamie Stevens of Baton Rouge in a 6:30 p.m. ceremony April 21, 2012, at Desert Plantation in St. Francisville. The bride-elect is the daughter of Ken and Keana Stevens of Baton Rouge. She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Clyde C. Stevens of Baton Rouge and the late Mr. and Mrs. James L. Roberts of Baton Rouge. Jamie is a graduate of Central Private School and Acadiana School of Cosmetology in Lafeyette. She is a cosmetologist at Beau Ideal Salon in Central. Her fiancé is the son of Stephanie and Steve Rabalais of Greenwell Springs and Virgil and Angie Massey of Vicksburg, Miss. He is the grandson of Richard and Nancy Freeman of Meadville, Miss. and
Thomas Ferriss IV, Katie Brignac To Marry at St. Alphonsus Church
CENTRAL — Katie Denise Brignac of Greenwell Springs and Thomas Moseley Ferriss IV of Prairieville will marry in a 7 p.m. ceremony April 20, 2012, at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church. The bride-elect is the daughter of Jeff and Paula Brignac of Greenwell Springs. She is the granddaughter of Doris Fabre of Greenwell Springs, the late Hubert J. Fabre, Helen Brignac of Baton Rouge, the late W.F. Brignac, and the late Cecile Golson. Katie is a graduate of Redemptorist High School and Southeastern Louisiana University. She is employed with Ochsner Medical Center–Baton Rouge. She is a member of Alpha Omicron Pi. Her fiancé is the son of Tom and Lee Ferriss of Prairieville. He is the grandson of Bea Ferriss of Baton Rouge, the late Thomas Ferriss Jr., the late Mr. and Mrs. Jac Samuel, and the late Mae Winkler Goodman Smauel. Thoms is a graduate of Parkview Baptist School and Southeastern
Ella-Kate Delanie Brown
Cody Massey and Jamie Stevens
James Myers and the late Linda Myers of Vicksburg, Miss. Cody is a graduate of Warren Central High School in Vicksburg, Miss. and served in the United States Navy. He is a diesel mechanic for Bayou Transportation in Baton Rouge.
Katie Brignac and Thomas Ferriss IV
Louisiana University. He is employed with Enterprise Holdings. He is a member of Kappa Alpha Order and the Krewe of Endymion. An engagement party was held Nov. 26, 2011, at Country Club of Louisiana hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Charles Giraud III.
Brandon Allison and Tori Brown are proud to announe the arrival of their daughter Ella-Kate Delanie. Ella-Kate was born Dec. 13, 2011. She weighed six pounds, 15 ounces, and was 20-1/4 inches. Proud grandparents are Tara Shelton, Tracy Allison, and Greg Allison. Greatgrandparents are Faye Silvio and the late John Silvio Jr., Emmit and Helen Robertson, and Billy and Barbara Allison.
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. Obituaries , Glenda Handsford Epperson
Glenda H. Epperson, 70, a resident of Baker left this earth to spend an eternity with our Lord and Savior and meet her loved ones in Heaven Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2012, at her residence surrounded by loved ones. Visitation was at Baker First United Methodist Church on Saturday, March 10 and memorial service was conducted by Rev. Gene Epperson Rives. She was preceded in death by her husband, James “Buddy” Epperson, only a short three months ago on Nov. 21 and by her parents and one sister. She is survived by her three daughters, Sharon Badeaux and husband, John Sr.; Wendy Epperson, and Michelle Epperson Jester and husband, Larry; and three grandchildren, Jaymes-Irish Jester, Evan Epperson, and Alexis Jester.
Fred Wayne Rogers
“Well done, good and faithful servant! Come and share your Master’s happiness. Matthew 25:21” Fred Wayne Rogers, 90, a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Central, Tuesday, March 13, 2012. He was born in Fairbanks, Aug. 24, 1921, to Fred Odom and Rilla Howard Rogers, grew up in Union Parish and graduated from Fairbanks High School in 1938. He was a United States Marine Corps veteran of two wars, putting his education plans on hold to serve in World War II as part of the Iwo Jima invasion. He then returned to serve his country in the Korean Conflict, as a communications specialist. After completing his service the second time, he returned to Louisiana to marry Marion Dorice “Dot” Malone, to whom he was married over 50 years. He was finally able to return to LSU to complete his education as a chemical engineer and immediately began his career with Exxon which ended with his retire-
ment with over 30 years of service. His years there allowed him the opportunity to travel the world as a project manager and consultant for the company. He also served as the president and president Emeritus of Exxon Federal Credit Union. He was a long time member of Immanuel Baptist Church, serving in every capacity needed by the church, from Board of Trustees and Chairman of the Finance Committee to unpaid groundskeeper and church handyman along with his long time friend Maxie Verbois. Fred truly had the heart of a servant as he cared for the homes and vehicles of untold people over the years, especially the elderly and widows (often being observed wrapping the pipes of numerous homes on freezing nights). His lifelong example of service, care, and giving will influence the lives of many families and friends for generations to come. He is survived by his children, daughters Amy Rogers, and Cindy Rogers Morris and her husband James “Butch” Morris, and grandchildren Matthew Wayne Morris and Michael James Morris, sister Elizabeth Fastnacht and her husband Ruben, sister-in-law Mildred Cicala, and dear friends Nelda McLin and Bobbie McLin. He was preceded in death by his wife and parents. The family would like to especially thank his long time friend and physician Dr. Herschel Dean, his sitters from Personal Homecare Services who have faithfully cared for him and his family, Lane Home Health, and the skilled Generations Hospice team who assisted us as we navigated this life transition. Visitation at Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd Baton Rouge, Sunday, March 18 and resumed Monday, March 19 until memorial services conducted by Rev. Steve Johnson and Rev. Andy Pierce. Burial followed in Greenoaks Memorial Park in the Garden of Liberty. Fred had a great love for his church (Immanuel Baptist Church, 10870 Lovett Rd, City of Central, LA 70818) and the Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home (P. O. Box 4196, Monroe, LA 71203). In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his honor. Semper Fidelis, “Always Faithful”
Jordan Hebert, Jared Panepinto To Marry April 21 at White Oak
BATON ROUGE — Jordan Hebert of Port Allen and Jared Panepinto of Central will marry in a 7 p.m. ceremony Saturday, April 21, 2012,
at White Oak Plantation in Baton Rouge. The bride-elect is the daughter of Jenny and Kenny Hebert of Port Allen and the granddaughter of Mrs. Elaine and the late Elmer Mitchell and the late Maud and Claude Hebert, all of Port Allen. Jordan is a graduate of Starkey Academy and Louisiana State University. She is employed as wedding sales manager at White Oak Plantation. Her fiancé is the son of Don and Tammy Panepinto of Central and the grandson of the late Mildred and George Blackwell and the late Polly and Jimmy Panepinto, all of Baton Rouge. Jared is a graduate of Central High School and Louisiana State University. He is employed as a branch manager at Airgas.
CENTRAL — Joseph and Betty Tarkington celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on March 4, 2012. They are life long residents of Central. “The day both my parents tied the knot is the day they made a promise, not only to each other but to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. They promised not only to be loyal to each other but to Christ himself. “To me, God put Joseph and Betty Tarkington on this earth for several reasons. When we accept Christ into our hearts, we are adopted by God himself. I am adopted by Joseph and Betty and I’m proud, honored, and privilaged to call them Mom and Dad. These two special people are my heros.” Their loving son, Samuel
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Tarkington
Jared Panepinto and Jordan Hebert
Couple Celebrates 50th Anniversary
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Easter Egg Hunt April 3 at Ochsner’s Come, Enjoy Hunt But Be Aware That Some Children Do Have Food Allegies
Photo by Jolice Provost
CENTRAL — Ochsner’s Health Center — Central is hosting a Doc Hop (Easter Egg Hunt) from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 3 at 11424-2 Sullivan Road. Kids are invited to come and hunt with Ochsner’s pediatricians. And parents can use the occasion to learn more about children’s food allergies. According to the CDC, food allergies impact nearly two percent of adults and as a many as eight percent of children in the U.S. A true food allergy is a reaction to food involving the body’s immune system, as opposed to a food intolerance, which does not involve the immune system. While there is no cure for food allergies, there are ways you can avoid problems. Know the Source It’s important for you and your doctor to identify the source of your allergy. To narrow it down, your doctor will likely ask you to remove suspected problem foods from your diet altogether and then gradually add them back until the problem is identified. “The more you can tell your physician about your symptoms and eating habits, the easier it will be for them to diagnose the problem,” according to Lois Gesn, M.D., Ochsner Health Center – Central Pediatrician. Dr. Gesn said eight foods make up 90 percent of all food allergies in the U.S., including: • Eggs • Milk • Peanuts • Tree nuts such as almonds, walnuts, pecans • Soybeans • Wheat • Fish • Shellfish Children are especially likely to have problems with eggs, milk, and peanuts. “Anytime you host a children’s party such as an Easter egg hunt or birthday party, you should be aware of any allergies the children may have or speak with parents about what you are serving,” Alicia Kober, M.D. Ochsner Health Center – Central pediatrician
9th Grade Academy Continues Tonight At 6 at Tanglewood Continued from Page 3
It could accommodate 400 students but would not be ready until 20152016. Short-term options include relocating the 9th Grade Academy to Starkey Academy or to the new Central School Complex during construction at the high school or the middle school. A permanent option with very little cost would be to put the 9th Grade Academy at the new School Complex as part of a new Junior High (grades 7-9), use Central Intermediate for grades 4-6, keep the 3rd grade at Tanglewood, and use Tanglewood for grades 2-3. In this scenario, the old Central Middle could be put to other uses, and there would be no need for Starkey. Until the 1980’s, there were very few middle schools in the Baton Rouge area. Junior high schools served students in grades 7-9.
EASTER EGG HUNT — Last year’s big Easter Egg Hunt at St. Alphonsus.
said. Dr. Kober said an alternative to hiding real eggs is to use plastic eggs filled with treats instead. Know the Symptoms Most food allergy sufferers will experience symptoms within about an hour of eating the food. The most common signs are: • Hives, itching, or a skin rash • Swelling of the lips, face, tongue or throat • Abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea or vomiting • Dizziness, light-headedness or fainting
In severe allergic reactions, you may experience swelling of the air passage making it difficult to breathe; shock with a severe drop in blood pressure; rapid, irregular pulse, and even loss of consciousness. If you or someone you know experiences these symptoms, get emergency medical treatment immediately. Know What You Eat The best way to avoid a dangerous food reaction is to avoid the food entirely: • Read food labels and know what is in your food before you eat it.
• Talk to your server when eating at a restaurant to ensure the problem food is not in your meal. Stress that you cannot have the problem food or eat food that’s been prepared in a dish or on a surface that previously contained the food. • Make sure the adults in your child’s life know about his food allergy and what signs to look for in the event of accidental consumption. • If you know you have a severe food allergy, wear a medical alert bracelet and talk to your doctor about using epinephrine. Food allergies can be very serious but if you are vigilant about what you eat, you can reduce your risk for a severe reaction. Pediatricians Lois Gesn, MD and Alicia Kober, MD are currently seeing patients at Ochsner Health Center – Central at 11424-2 Sullivan Rd. To schedule an appointment call 2619790.
Doc Hop! Ochsner Health Center
in Central is hosting a Doc Hop on Tuesday, April 3 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Free Easter egg hunt with the Ochsner pediatricians. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, contact 261-9790.
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Central High School Presents ‘Peter Pan’
CENTRAL — Events coming up in and around Central: Now through July Jr. Wildcats Athletics The Central High School strength and conditioning staff is now offering group training sessions for the young athletes, ages nine through 8th grade, of Central. There are four sessions. Each session is $100. For information, contact Coach Gardner at mgardner@centralcss.org. Thursday, March 22 Catfish for Kathy • 4 p.m. Grillin’ n Chillin’ and Central Baseball are hosting Catfish for Kathy during the Central vs. Parkview game. Catfish plates are $7 and include fish filets, fries, and a roll. All proceeds go toward Kathy Edgens to help her fight cancer. For information, contact Coach Gardner at mgardner@centralcss.org. March 22 through 25 Peter Pan The Central High School Musical Department will present “Peter Pan” in the Central High Theatre. Ticket prices are reserve seating $12 in advance, general admission $10 in advance and $15 at the door. For information, contact 261-3438. March 23 and 24 Cookin in Central Starting at 5 p.m. on Friday, be part of Central’s premiere communitywide event, Cookin in Central. This year, the giant party will be held at the Village at Magnolia Square on Lovett Road. It continues Saturday morning with great food, entertainment, and live and silent auctions. Friday, March 23 Central Wide College Age Worship Service • 7:30 p.m. A Central wide college age worship service will be held at First Baptist Church Central, 9676 Sullivan Road. There will be worship, message, and food. For information, call 261-3722. Saturday, March 24 Louisiana Presidential Primary Louisiana Republicans and Democrats will go to the polls in separate Presidential Primaries to help express Louisiana’s preferences in the Presidential nominating process. Voters will also choose members of the Republican and Democratic State Central Committees and members of the Republican and Democratic Parish Executive Committees. Sunday, March 25 Easter Egg Hunt • 1 p.m. The Baker Civic Club is host-
LENTEN FISH FRY
Every Friday During Lent Now through March 30 4 to 6 p.m. • Drive Thru Only St. Alphonsus Catholic Church 14040 Greenwell Springs
KATI COBB, a 7th grader at Central Private School, placed 2nd in the Sertoma Club “What Freedom Means to Me” essay contest. The contest was open to all East Baton Rouge Parish 7th graders. Kati is pictured with her parents, Tom and Sherri Cobb.
ing its 4th Annual Easter Egg Hunt at 2640 N. Magnolia Dr., across the tracks near the ball park. The hunt will be broken up into age groups for all children 12 and under. There will be games, crafts, face painting, and snacks. Tuesday, March 27 Free Blood Glucose Screening 8 to 10 a.m. Lane Regional Medical Center will take part in the American Diabetes Association Alert Day by offering a free blood glucose screening at the Lane Medical Plaza located next to the hospital at 6550 Main Street. Fasting is recommended, but not required. Registration is not required. For information, call 658-4583. Tuesday, March 27 Free Colorectal Screening Kits 8 to 10 10 a.m. Lane Regional Medical Center will distribute free colorectal cancer screening kits at the Lane Medical Plaza located next to the hospital. For information, call 654-5263. Tuesday, March 27 Newborn Care Class 6:30 p.m. Lane Regional Medical Center will offer a free newborn care class in the staff development classroom. “Baby Care Basics” covers all you need to know to care for your infant in the first weeks of life. Partners are encouraged to attend. Child care is not provided. Registration is required. For information or to register, call 654-5263. Thursday, March 29 Pre-K and K Round Up 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Pre-K and Kindergarten Roundup will be held at Bellingrath Hills Elementary. Children must be four years old by Sept. 30, 2012 to be eligible for pre-k and five years old by Sept. 30, 2012 to be eligible for kindergar-
ten. Visit the registration section of Bellingrath website for proper documentation needed for registering a student. March 29 and 30 Jewelry and Accessories Sale The Lane Regional Medical Center Auxiliary will host the popular Masquerade $5 Jewelry and Accessories Sale in the staff development classroom on the first floor of the hospital Thursday, March 29, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday, March 30, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. All proceeds go toward future Auxiliary projects and educational scholarships. For information, call the gift shop at 658-4309. Thursday, March 29 Scale Down Information Sessions 11:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Get started today with Scale Down, an HMR program for weight management at Lane Regional Medical Center. Want to find out how this life-style and weight loss program can benefit you? Call 658-4463 to schedule your free, no obligation information session. Registration is required and space is limited. March 31 and April 1 “Find Us Faithful” The youth of Bethany Baptist Church, 40963 Greenwell Springs, will present “Find Us Faithful” Saturday, March 31 at 6 p.m. and Sunday, April 1 at 10:30 a.m. For information, call 572-8790 or 572-8778. Sunday, April 1 Easter Explosion First Baptist Church of Central, 9676 Sullivan Road, is hosting Easter Explosion. The choir will perform “Behold the Lamb,” an Easter Cantata at 10:30 a.m. There will be a lunch and fellowship in the gym at 11:30 a.m. and kid activities start at 12:30 with crafts, pictures with baby chicks, and of course an Easter Egg Hunt! For information, contact the
office at 261-3722. Sunday, April 1 “Amen, Jesus I Alive” “I’m Hoppy Jesus Is Alive” Comite Baptist Church, 12250 Greenwell Springs, will have an 11 a.m. worship service entitled “Amen, Jesus I Alive” presented by the Children’s Ministry. Following worship services there will be a children and family celebration entitled “I’m Hoppy Jesus Is Alive.” For information, call 275-3382. Sunday, April 1 Easter Celebration • 1 to 3 p.m. St. Alphonsus Kids in Ministry will hold its 6th Annual Easter Celebration. There will be an Easter Egg Hunt (by age), games, crafts, inflatable bounce, slide, obstacle course, and food. Bring your camera to take pictures with the Easter Bunny! Wednesday, April 4 Babysitter Training • 8:30 a.m. Lane Regional Medical Center will hold a Safe Sitter® babysitter training class. The program is offered to girls and boys ages 11 to 13. Participants learn the fundamentals of quality child care. Class size is limited and registration is required. Cost is $20. For information or to pre-register, call 654-5263. April 5, 12, 19, and 26 Scale Down Sessions 11:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Get started today with Scale Down, an HMR program for weight management at Lane Regional Medical Center. Registration is required and space is limited. For information or to register, call 658-4463. Thursday, April 5 Maundy Service • 6:30 p.m. Comite Baptist Church, 12250 Greenwell Springs, will have Maundy Services and Observance of the Lord’s Supper. For information, call 275-3382. Sunday, April 8 Easter Services Comite Baptist Church, 12250 Greenwell Springs, will have Sunrise Services at 7 a.m.; Bible Study at 9:45 a.m., and worship services at 11 a.m. entitled “Glorious Morning... Then and Now” presented by the Adult Music Ministry. For information, call 275-3382. Tuesday, April 10 Diabetes Support Group • 6 p.m. Joey Bonin, NO-C, APRN-BC, of the Bonin Clinic will speak on “The Importance of a Healthy Diet and
LENTEN FISH DINNERS Every Friday During Lent Now through March 30 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. • $7 per dinner Magnolia United Methodist 16024 Greenwell Springs
CHANCE LEE (photo one), an eighth grader at Central Middle School, killed a 512-pound boar hog on Feb. 21 in Gonzales, Texas. He is the son of Kirk and Geri Lee. BREANNA SHEA CREEL (photo two), age 3 and a student at Galilee Baptist Preschool, caught her first catfish. The fish weighed three pounds and was caught at her grandfather’s house in Mt. Hermon. She is the daughter of Kimberly and Paul Creel of Central. ANGELE E. LANSING (photo three), age 9 and a 4th grader at Victory Academy, killed her first deer in Lorman, Miss. She used a .243 rifle and shot the deer at approximately 100 yards unassisted. She is the daughter of Steve and Janice Lansing and granddaughter of Joan Lansing. SAYLOR HIGGINS (photo four), age 9, killed her first spike in Mississippi while hunting with her dad and little brother, Ralph and Noah Higgins.
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Central’s Relay for Life Set for April 14 Medical Management of Diabetes,” including discussion of the new Ideal Protein diet, at the Lane Regional Medical Center Diabetes Support Group meeting. For information, contact Sherri Brady at 658-4583. Thursday, April 12 Spring 2012 Art Show • 6 to 9 p.m. Lewy Physical Therapy is sponsoring a Spring 2012 Art Show at 8448 Siegen Lane, between I-10 and Perkins Road. Featuring art by Carol Arabie, Bryan Federico, Ted Mayeau, Danni Shobe, Adrianna Speer, Maria Boudreaux, Laure Williamson, Daniel Strickland, Cindy Rome, and many others. Join for an evening of art, food, and fun benefitting Dreams Come True of Louisiana. There will be a chefs showcase, live and silent auctions, art sale, and fun events. For questions, raffle ticket purchases, or to make a donation, call 937-2636. Saturday, April 14 Relay for Life 12 noon to 12 midnight Relay for Life will be held in the parking lot at Zoar Baptist Church, 11848 Hooper Road. For information, call Tommie Morton at 939-6096. Saturday, April 14 Salon Concert 2 to 4 p.m. Dr. Russ and Nancy Westfall and
Jim and Gail Lloyd invite you to an afternoon concert featuring Dr. JeeYeoun Ko on cello and Chia-Hsing Lin on piano, Saturday, April 14 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Westfalls’ home, 15711 Four Oaks Dr. off Denham Rd. in Central. All proceeds support the Blackwater United Methodist Church Choir’s trip to perform at Lincoln Center New York this summer. Tickets are $15 per person. Adults and youth over 10 are encouraged to attend this event. RSVP to salonconcertforbwmchoir@gmail.com is required. Refreshments served after the concert. Space is limited and this event will sell out, so RSVP today!
Saturday, April 21 Spring Gala 2012 5 to 9:30 p.m. St. Pius X Catholic Church, corner of Mickens and Hooper roads, will have its Spring Gala in the Activity Center Gym. There will be a silent auction, country store, and bingo from 5 to 6:15 p.m. Pork loin dinners will be served at 6:30 p.m. followed by dancing and music provided by Clay Boudreaux. Dinner tickets are $10. There will be a $1,000 and $10,000 raffle drawings. Tickets are $1 for the $1,000 raffle and $100 for the $10,000 raffle and includes two dinner tickets. Tuesday, April 24 Free Prenatal Class • 6:30 p.m. Lane Regional Medical Center will offer a free prenatal class in the April 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22 staff development classroom. PartH.O.P.E. Grief Support Group ners are encouraged to attend. Child 6:30 to 8 p.m. The Hospice of Baton Rouge care is not provided. Registration is H.O.P.E. Grief Support Group will required. For information or to regishave a six week session that provides ter, call 654-5263. a safe place for sharing and growth Saturday, May 5 through grief. Group facilitator will CPR Class • 1 p.m. be Christine Brasseaux, LMSW, The Central Fire Department is HBR social worker. The group ses- having their community CPR class sions will be held at Ochsner Medical at the Fire Station, 11646 Sullivan Center, 17000 Medical Center Drive. Road. Cost is $19 which covers cost For information or to register, contact of the book and American Heart Association Card. Florence Scarle at 767-4673.
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18 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, March 22, 2012
Chris Valluzzo Has Special Interest in
Ex-Crew Member at McDonald’s Stores Now Runs the Show At 27 Restaurants
McDonald’s in 1963
Dr. Valluzzo opened his first Baton Rouge restaurant in 1963 on Plank Road, just south of Airline Highway. McDonald’s North Baton Rouge competition in the 1960’s: Hoppers on Scenic, Alessi’s on Florida at N. Foster, What-aBurger on Plank, and Frostop on Plank. In the late 1960’s, Louis Michot’s Burger Chef provided new competition, but McDonald’s outlived them all.
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Editor, Central City News
CENTRAL — Baton Rouge area McDonald’s owner Chris Valluzzo is justifiably proud of the newlyrenovated McDonald’s at the corner of Hooper and Lovett roads in Central. After all, as a crew member at McDonald’s stores in the Baton Rouge area and former supervisor over the Central McDonald’s in the 1990’s, he has had lots of experience serving the people of Central. Chris has a warm place in his heart for Central and expressed pride in the new Central School Complex going up on Sullivan Road. “Central is such a great community, and you see that in the people and the great school system. We are proud to be part of this community,” he said. Chris Valluzzo is a third generation McDonald’s owner. His grandfather, a retired dentist, started the first McDonald’s in the Baton Rouge area on Plank Road just south of Airline Highway in 1963. Chris’ father, Charles Valluzzo, worked hard, expanded, and turned the local McDonald’s operation into a big business. Now Charlie, Chris, and younger brother Patrick own 27 McDonald’s
CHRIS VALLUZZO used to be supervisor over Central McDonald’s, which he now owns. Chris recenlty completed renovation of the McDonald’s here.
stores, and Chris runs the operation full-time. Chris’ brother John owns 30 more McDonald’s stores. The restaurants are located in the Baton Rouge area, the River Parishes, and Mississippi. Chris, who grew up in the Broadmoor and Sherwood Forest areas, is a graduate of Catholic High, where
he met one of his mentors, Coach Sid Edwards, now head coach at Central High. “In those days, Catholic wasn’t as great a football power as it is today, but Coach Dale Weiner, Sid Edwards, and other members of the coaching staff really brought it into its own,” he said. Chris is hoping Coach Sid will get him a Central High football jersey to mount in the Central McDonald’s. Chris is proud that McDonald’s is sponsoring a new scoreboard for Central High’s Wildcat Stadium. For Chris Valluzzo, the McDonald’s business is mostly about people. “For those of us who’ve built this business, it’s about blood, sweat, and tears. We all have ketchup in our veins!” Indeed, the managers in Valluzzo’s 27 stores have an average of 17 years’ experience with the company, and many of them have 20 to 25 years. “We’re really blessed by our people,” he said. “We’ve been successful with homegrown people. Bringing in people from outside the company hasn’t worked as well.” “Our people start as crew members and work their way up through the company,” he said. That, of course, was his route as well. The key trait for people is character, Valluzzo said. “We want people who are willing to pay the price and learn this business. Over time, character reveals itself,” he said. As a crew member in the old
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Central’s Newly-Remodeled McDonald’s
NEW LOOK for the Central McDonald’s at 11989 Hooper Road
days, Chris would write up an order by hand, add up the total, and add the sales tax. Later, everything was automated. Today, the cash register displays pictures of the items being ordered. Valluzzo cares a lot about our education system in Louisiana and says it is a challenge to find the right people to work. “The people we need are out there. We just have to work harder to find them,” he said. “We look for people with the right skill set who can really focus on the customer. The customer is the one who provides our paycheck.” Looking to the future, Chris Valluzzo believes Central will continue to be a great market for McDonald’s and a great source of employees for many years to come.
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CHS Academic Letterman Jackets Awarded
2011-2012 Central High School academic letterman recipients
Sydnie and Kathy Landry, Jeremy Anderson, Landon Smith, Vivian Ryder, and Jonathan, Charlotte, and John Harris
CENTRAL — The Central Academic Letter Jacket Program was initiated in December of 2004 by the CHS School Improvement Team to reward excellence in academics. In order to be eligible, students must meet the following require-
ments: • Maintain a 3.75 cumulative grade point average • Have earned credit in two honors classes by the end of sophomore year; three honors by the end of junior year • Pass all courses
Welcomes
Recipients of jackets were: Class of 2012: Julia Coffey, Michelle Coleman, Austin Firesheets, Bethany Gonzales, Zachary Hetrick, Emily Hodges, Rachel Huffty, Keyleigh Jensen, Aprille Kent, Allison Leblanc, Klaire Leblanc, Troy Mayeux, Lauren Munley, Karlie Noland, Rachel Pino, Juan Ramirez, Vivian Ryder, Terrin Sampey, Kimberleigh Scott, Emily Vicknair, and Thomas Willis Class of 2013: Breigh Allen, Jeremy Anderson, Will Atkinson, Shelby Breckwoldt, Hannah Brown, Chase Cashio, Cameron Cason, Alora Cleere,
Meghan Conques, Taylor Coomes, Drake Cowart, Jonathan Dejean, Morgan Dietrich, Victoria Dixon, Morgan Durr, Thomas Eddlemon, Ryan Estees, Brittany Givens, Alyssia Griggs, Jonathan Harris, Jessica Hooper, Stephen Hudson, Brittany Johnson, Justin Lafleur, Sydnie Landry, Justin Mackey, Mark Mancuso, Brooklyn Mccurley, Morgan Miles, Emanuela Plummer, Crystal Rankins, Michael Robertson, Robert Ross, Allison Savoy, Amber Shuttleworth, Landon Smith, Joshua Story, Anna Suydam, Chase Wales, Kellie Watts, Emma Way, Marquel Weaver, and Ryan Wise.
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