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Central 35, St. Paul 28
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Central Wildcats Beat No. 1 Team in State
After Thrilling Upset, Central Prepares For Ruston This Friday at Wildcat Field CENTRAL RUNNING BACK ZACK EVANS explodes over the top for the game-winning touchdown with 1:15 left in last Friday’s victory over No. 1-ranked St. Paul.
Woody Jenkins
Editor, Central City News
COVINGTON — Central High School’s 2011 football team has emerged as the Cinderella team of the State 5A playoffs. Last Friday night, Central, the 32nd seed in the
playoffs, defeated the No. 1 seed in the state, mighty St. Paul’s of Covington, 35-28. It was an unexpected and indeed humiliating loss for St. Paul, especially since Central jumped off to a 21-0 lead at the beginning of the game. In fact, Central wasn’t even the
32nd seed in the playoffs. They were actually ranked 33rd in the state. But, because they won the District 4-5A championship, they took the 32nd spot away from Chalmette, which had to stay home. Central’s victory made history. It was the first since the power-point
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Proposition No. 1, an amendment to the Louisiana Constitution, which would ban property transfer taxes in the future. In addition, Chas Roemer and Donald Songy are seeking a BESE seat, and Drs. Shannon Cooper and Beau Clark are running for Coroner. Central 1/2-Cent Sales Tax In May 2008, Central voters approved new property taxes and a new 1/2-cent sales taxes for construction of a $55 million school complex and Life Safety Code improvements to existing schools in Central. The school board issued bonds, or debt, which are funded by the taxes. The property tax will auto-
system was adopted in the 1990’s that the 32nd seed had defeated the No. 1 in Class 5A football. On Saturday, sportswriters around the state were buzzing about Central and what it would do with its success. Under the play-
Will Easley Says Vote ‘Yes’ Saturday for Lower Tax Election Ballot Saturday, Nov. 19, 2011 BESE Chas Roemer (R) Donald Songy (D) CORONER Beau Clark (R) Shannon Cooper (R) Amendment No. 1 Prohibit real estate transfer tax Yes or No Central School Board End 1/2-cent sales tax Yes or No
CENTRAL — Two anti-tax propositions and four candidates will appear on the ballot in Central this Saturday. Central school board member Will Easley is urging Central voters to vote ‘Yes’ for a proposition on Saturday’s general election ballot that will reduce sales taxes paid by local residents. Likewise, local realtor Clarence Fruge has asked voters to support
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Central High’s Cinderella Team Wouldn’t Quit
An Open Letter to the Central High football team on the day before the playoff game against Ruston.
David Simoneaux, Jr.
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Men, I know no better way to pay tribute to you than to pen some of your story along with some of my favorite quotations. Although words are less than
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adequate to do justice to what you have accomplished, the following is my humble attempt. Please take a trip with me down memory lane to remember this journey that we have embarked on. I pray that you find courage and inspiration in these words and that you continue fighting with all your heart for the dream that this band of brothers set out to accomplish nearly 12 months ago. No. 1: “The Vision of a Champion is someone who is bent over, drenched in sweat, at the point of exhaustion, when no one else is
watching.” — Anson Dorrance Long before the fanfare and the glimmer of Friday night lights began, you volunteered yourself to be put through the most grueling offseason in Central Football history. It may have come as a shock to most of you when we started our offseason PROCESS in November of last year after an early first round exit of the state playoffs. Your commitment to do “Whatever It Takes” laid the groundwork for the success we are currently enjoying. See REVIEW on Page 4
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Wildcats, Bearcats Vie for Regional Championship
Rosters for Central vs. Ruston Friday Central Wildcats
Ruston Bearcats
Head Coach: Doug Dotson Assistant Coaches: Stuart Chambliss, Rob Chapman, J’Mikel Dykes, Jerry Fremin, Frank Fresina, Mike Gardner, Justin Hutchinson, Steve Johnson, Brandon O’Neal, Kevin Pihl, and David Simoneaux Athletic Trainer: Bryan Hutson Mascot: Wildcats Colors: Maroon and White
1 Donald Lewis 10 DB 2 Gary Triplet 10 RB 3 Logan Metcalfe 12 DB 4 Sean Parker 11 DB 5 Devon Gales 11 RB 6 Jake Myer 10 QB/WR 7 Tony Ragusa 11 LB 8 Taylor Conrad 12 DB 9 Brett Courville 11 QB 10 Shannon Scott 11 DB 11 Hunter Cazes 11 RB 12 Paul Broussard 11 DB 13 Cole Edgens 10 DB 13 Jeremy Anderson 12 WR 14 Hunter Johns 11 DB 15 Larry Bradford 11 DB 16 Joesph Pouciau 10 QB/WR 16 Cade Guerin 10 DB 17 Justin Smiley 12 LB 18 Seth Thibodeaux 10 WR 18 Chaz King 12 WR 19 Matt Edwards 11 DE 20 Cole Holden 10 DB 21 Lamonte Janeau 11 RB 22 Justin Jemison 11 DB 23 Dillon Brumfield 10 DB 24 Chandler McCaskill 12 WR 24 Justin Vessel 9 RB 25 Craig Jones 10 DB 26 Austin Estave 10 DB 27 Zach Evans 12 RB 28 Jesus Acosta 12 DB 29 Dalton Holdman 10 LB 30 Caleb Harris 10 RB 31 Cade Campbell 11 DB 32 Jaylon Morris 11 RB 33 Darius Wallace 10 LB 34 Landon Baulieu 11 WR 36 Logan Green 11 LB 36 Sam Russell 10 WR 38 Alex David 11 P 39 Jonathon Thibodeaux 10 K 40 Jonathon Satterwhite 11 DE 41 Jacob Parker 12 TE 42 Thomas Eddlemon 11 LB 43 Ryan Callier 10 DE
44 John Davis 12 45 Brodie Browning 12 46 Zach Hetrick 12 47 Justin Brocota 10 48 Logan Buckner 10 49 Joey Jarreau 12 50 Devin Croft 11 51 Billy Pryor 10 52 Alex Frank 12 53 Brenton Scardina 12 53 Zach Cavalier 10 54 Thomas Willis 12 55 Thomas Garcia 11 56 Corey Gureciau 10 57 Drew Lee 10 58 Andrew Johnson 10 59 Ashton Stokes 10 60 Andrew Sullivan 10 61 Tyler Abadie 11 62 Ben Nelson 11 64 Chandler Clinkingbeard 10 65 Conner Ralford 11 67 Braelen Madoux 10 68 Devin Collins 11 71 Terrell Stubbs 10 73 Ryan Morris 10 74 Darin Lindsay 12 76 Kevin Kenndey 10 78 Joe Goudeau 12 79 Hunter Edgens 11 80 Dillon Danton 10 81 Matt Terrio 10 83 Payton Mangham 10 84 Kaynen Blackwell 11 85 Hunter Edgens 10 87 Jonathon Harris 11 88 Larenzo Winding 11 90 John Milton 11 91 Jaylon Morris 10 92 Brandon Lee 10 93 Tauhvaghn Lee 10 94 Devin Croft 10 95 Jarret Williams 11 97 Demitri Colomb 10 98 Tim Colomb 12
Head Coach: Billy Laird Assistant Coaches: J.P. Dunbar, Pat Hall, Shannon Auitman, Ed Colvin, Wendall Crowe, Thomas Davison, Shannon Frasier, Bob Garrett, Ricky Goulart, Doc Hoefler, Billy Major, Chad Reeder, Danny Roberts, Hoff Schooler, Lyle Smithey, and Toby White Athletic Trainer: Chris Brister Mascot: Bearcat Colors: Red and White RB DE DE LB LB DT OL DT OL OL DE OL OL DE DE OL OL OL OL OL OL OL OL OL OL OL OL OL OL OL WR WR DE WR TE WR WR DT DT DT DT DT DE DT DT
1 Chris Millage 11 2 Cyril Noland 12 3 Deketric Johnson 11 4 Jacob Clark 12 5 Tra Johnson 10 6 Kentrell Brice 12 7 Cannon Brasuell 10 8 Ivan Wilson 11 9 Damian Washington 11 10 David Calhoun 10 11 Kramer Newsome 10 12 Datrell Williams 10 13 Jon White 11 14 Shelton Wooley 10 15 Jordan Raggio 9 16 David Hernandez 12 17 Pierce Spangler 12 18 Jujuan Peterson 12 19 Veontez Crowe 11 20 Jhafery Clemons 12 21 Chris Bush 10 22 Jamarius Washington 10 23 Roderick Long 12 24 Garrett Rinicker 9 25 Garrett Solleau 10 26 Jonathan Millage 10 27 Chad Sims 10 28 Garrett Patterson 11 29 Devin Price 11 30 Darrian Jones 10 31 Garrett Haight 12 32 Alexio W. Hargrove 11 33 Deonte Satcher 12 34 Ryan Burton 12 35 Malik Taylor 10 36 Jequel Owens 10 37 Matthew Brewer 12 38 Dominique Jackson 11 39 Marion Harris 11 40 Lanner Frasier 11 41 Michael Reed 11 42 Clayton Porter 10 43 Dylan Henry 10 44 Solomon Jones 10 45 Danny Bumham 11 46 Parker Begale 11 47 Darryln Lee 12 48 Jack Lindsey 10
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49 Eric Goree 50 Canyon Roberson 51 Braden Hilton 52 Sam White 53 Brian McGowan 54 Caleb Kennedy 55 Jake Hubbard 56 Auldon Winn 57 Brandon Heam 58 Connor Haskins 59 Nick Letendre 60 Keon Johnson 62 Jesse Parkman 63 Zach Passon 64 Joshua Chrisman 65 Kristian Scroggins 66 Bobby James 67 Markquez Littleton 68 Seth Scriber 69 Bryce Davis 70 Mildren Montgomery 71 Jordan Theodos 72 Steven Hall 73 Justin Miller 74 Joseph Brunson 75 Hunter Springfield 76 Trae Ford 77 Matt Walters 78 Lucas Young 79 Sidney Billberry 80 LaMassio Ford 81 Josh Owen 82 Deondray Spivey 83 Jamerion Harris 84 John David Moore 85 Greg Wilson 86 Brody Sullivan 87 Austin Burgess 88 Travis Woods 89 Jal Saulsberry 90 Jimetrius Adams 91 Mark Weir 92 James Parkman 94 Britton Manning 95 Garner Wagner 96 Armanzo Gage 97 Cody Henry 98 Jahleel Hamlin
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Review of Remarkable Central High
At left, Brett Courville and the offense review plays during a pre-season scrimmage. At right, Coach David Simoneaux, star RB Gary Triplet, and Coach Doug Dotson
At left, Jonathon Thibodeaux (39) was honored by Coach Dotson for his game-winning field goal. At right, Coach Jerry Fremin with the offensive line.
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Season: From 2-4 to Defeating No. 1
At left, Coach Doug Dotson, Lee, Brett, and Martin Courville after a game. At right, Joey Jarreau, Zach Hetrick, Coach Doug Dotson, and Logan Metcalfe
At left, junior defensive tackle John Milton. Center, senior Alex Franks and his family. At right, senior defensive tackle Tim Colomb
road squats, general strength circuits, 300 yard shuttles… I could go on and on. Many of your exteammates began this journey and decided that that type of intensity was not for them. Make no mistake, the miracles that have occurred over these last fives weeks are the product of your blood, sweat, tears, and commitment to one another. As the great Bo Schembechler said: “Those who stay will be champions.” No. 2: “The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands during times of comfort and convenience, but where he stands during times of challenge and controversy.” MLK Jr. “Who are we? Who are you?” These were the words of Coach Dotson after we hit the rock bot-
tom of our season following a 4238 heartbreaker to Zachary. “How we fight day in and day out for the rest of the season will show what type of character we have on this football team. Seniors: Are you going to be the group that bowed out after we came upon hard times… when nobody but the people in this room believed that we could do it? Or are you going to go back to work, bow up, and write a legacy that is defined by grit, resilience, and a never-say-die attitude?” This group has answered the challenge. Your character and mettle have been tested. When all counted you out, you remained true to your convictions, true to your training, true to your upbringing. See COACH on Page 6
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Coach Dotson Says, ‘We Have Best Coaches
DOTSON FAMILY — Michelle, Brett, Doug, Doug’s mom Jane, and Bailey Dotson. Bill Dotson Stadium at Acadiana High is named after Coach Dotson’s father.
CENTRAL WILDCATS — Jeff King, Lorri Chapman King, Chaz King, and Ben Chapman Lorri keeps an extensive photographic record of Central’s games.
At left, coaches Jerry Fremin, Justin Hutchinson, and J’Mikel Dykes go over plays. At right, coach Frank Fresina instructs Paul Broussard and Corey Guercio
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“All I know to do is to go back to work” I remember saying after we endured our fourth loss to Zachary in a gut-wrenching 42-38 ball game. When most would have felt
sorry for themselves and coasted throughout the rest of the season, we took hold of our own destiny. We had our best workout of the year that morning, followed by the storied five-game winning streak. All you guys know how to do is to go back to work and to con-
tinue to bring your personal best day in and day out. Your resilience and desire not to let the man next to you down during this stretch has been incredible. No. 3: “Define the Moment, or the Moment Will Define You.” —Walt Whitman I am not a believer in luck, or in happenstance. I believe that winning is a culmination of events. It is the product of the day in and day out commitment to excellence. With that being said, it is hard for me to single out a moment in time or a single play that has defined our season. But there are a few moments in this year’s season
that are characteristic of this team’s never-say-die attitude that I have the pleasure of seeing day in and day out. Moment 1: Logan Metcalf. The stop you and the defense made against Denham in OT was incredible. Think about this: Our defense had given up 42 points the week before and was missing three starters to season-ending injury. Nobody gave us a chance to stop Denham’s powerful rushing attack with 4 plays inside of the 10-yard line, but not everybody knows about CENTRAL FIGHT! See BAND on Page 8
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At left, Coach Justin Hutchinson has strong words for those who missed an assignment. At right, Coach Doug Dotson and the Wildcats after a game
At left, Dr. David Rabalais, Bryan Hutson, and Dr. Michael Romaguera. At right, Brett Courville, Zack Evans, and Coach Rob Chapman
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Band, Cheerleaders, Kittens, Silks, Willie
At left, 2011-2012 Central High Wildcat Band. At right, the Silks Chelsy Bennett, Hannah Brown, Krystal Ingalls, Eva Ferriell, and Amber Harriman
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Moment 2: Hunter Cazes and Brett Courville. With 4:46 left to go in the 4th quarter we found ourselves trailing by 7 to the supertalented Scotlandville Hornets. After a bad snap and a penalty, we faced a seemingly insurmountable 3rd and 36 to go from our own 18. Most say that pass was luck, but most have not seen you two work day in and day out with the fervor and intensity you do in the weight room and on the practice field. And 82 yards later the combined work ethic of you two warriors found Central back in the ballgame. CENTRAL FIGHT! Moment 3: Central Defense. Most teams only get 4 downs from inside the 4 yard line, but Scotlandville was issued 8 downs inside of our own 10 yard line after a
Photos by Woody Jenkins controversial pass interference call on the first 4th down possession of Scotlandville in OT. What a will to win! On “8th” Down Scotlandville went home defeated. CENTRAL FIGHT! Moment 4: Central Offense. Trailing the No. 1-seeded St. Paul’s Wolves by one point, with 5:45 left to go in the fourth quarter, the Central Offense was given the opportunity to go and make history. In a warrior effort against one of the top-ranked defenses in the state, we drove 80 yards in 14 plays and left no doubt that we were not going home in Week 1. Men, that is the stuff they write stories about. CENTRAL FIGHT! See PARENTS on Page 9
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Parents, and Fans Make Central Football
At left, Willie the Wildcat. Center, the 2011-2012 Central Wildcat cheerleaders. At right, cheerleader Morgan Gautreaux
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No. 4: “Well, we’ve had pretty good success, But winning is only a byproduct of everything else we do — and it’s certainly not the way we evaluate ourselves.” — Joe Ehrmann The victories on the field this year have been great, but if you weren’t a great group of young men this would not be worth it. We are ultimately going to be measured by what we did with what God gave us as Jesus talked about in the parable of the talents. I told you today that I cannot stand unfulfilled potential. “This is not about a game, it is about life,”
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said my best friend Brad Booth (who has been diagnosed with cancer) when he came to speak to you. The lessons you are learning today about commitment, work ethic, the importance of getting it done in the classroom — how to continue to fight when the chips are all stacked against you — are the things that are going to make you better people in this community — better husbands, fathers, friends and mentors. We tell you all the time: “We are training you for excellence… We are training you to be uncommon.” Thank you for carrying that torch so well! I am so proud to be a part of a program of coaches and young men who hold themselves to a standard of excellence on and off of the field. No. 5: “So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” 1 Corinthians 10:31 What a blessing it is to be a part of a school system and a football program that has its priorities straight. We challenge you all the time to play in such a way that you inspire all who watch you and that when you are through, you give the Glory to God. We have the freedom to pray after practice and after ball games. What an awesome sight it is to see the whole Central community huddled around the football team as
it gives thanks to God for victory ised to those who love him.” James 1:12 each Friday night. Let that continue to be the heartbeat of this football team and this community. What an honor it is to lead such a fine group of young men into Central City News tomorrow night’s contest. I know CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE you will bring your best tomorrow Distributed Tuesday, Nov. 22 night for your coaches, community, Christ, and family. Christmas Parade You are truly Central’s finest. GUIDE To God be the Glory. Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011 Hungry and Humble Advertising Deadlines: Coach Simoneaux 5 p.m. Friday Before “Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial. For once he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has prom-
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Central Beats No. 1 St. Paul’s 35-28,
At ledt, Emily Shelton cheers on the Wildcats. At right, junior quarterback Brett Courville throws to wide receiver Jake Myer
At left, Coach Doug Dotson and Coach Frank Fresina during a time out. At right, Central High students go wild as Central clinches victory over St. Paul’s.
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offs, nothing is easy. Central’s opoff system, the No. 1 has the easiest ponent this Friday night at Wildcat schedule. Central has now inherited Stadium will be the Ruston High that spot. School Bearcats. Both teams are Of course, when you get to the 7-4. second round of the State 5A play- Coaches always want their teams to get better every week, and that has certainly been true of Central. First-Round Playoffs Everyone knew they would be a young, inexperienced team, but no Central 35 one suspected they would start five sophomores. St. Paul’s 28 Facing several strong opponents Photos by Woody Jenkins and with its lack of experience, Central ended its first six games with a
2-4 record. But loaded with talent and picking up valuable experience with each passing week, the Wildcats won the next four games and a share of the District 4-5A championship. That set the stage for last Friday night’s first round playoff game against St. Paul’s. Central went into halftime with an unbelievable 27-7 lead. Just as Central head coach Doug Dotson predicted, St. Paul’s roared back in the 2nd half, scoring 21 unanswered and led the Wildcats 28-
27 with only a couple of minutes left on the clock. But Central quarterback Brett Courville engineered an 80-yard drive that ended with a Zack Evans touchdown from the one yard line. A Courville-to-Jake Myer pass for a two-point conversion completed the scoring at 35-28 with only 1:04 left on the clock. As the clock ran out, pandemonium broke out at St. Paul’s field. It was a sweet victory for the Wildcats and coach Doug Dotson, which more than avenged regular season
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Prepare to Host Ruston on Friday
At left, junior quarterback Brett Courville. Center, Gary Triplett stretches for a Brett Courville pass. At right, junior running back Devon Gales
The final score; Wildcat players celebrating after the win with the students; Coach Doug Dotson addressing the team after the historic win
losses to St. Paul’s the last two years. Coach Dotson said, “These are Men on a Mission, and they haven’t finished their mission yet.” He praised the entire Wildcat team and reserved special praise for quarterback Brett Courville, running backs Gary Triplett, Zack Evans and Devon Gales, and wide receiver and sometimes quarterback Jake Myer. He talked about the offensive line, including Brenton Scardina, Alex Frank, and Thomas Willis. “I
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think Willis may have been the ringleader of that group Friday night,” he said. He praised the Central defense, including Zach Hetrick, Logan Metcalf, and Joey Jarreau. Running back Gary Triplett, one of Central’s sophomore sensations, once again dazzled fans with his blazing speed and dancing feet. When Coach Dotson put Triplett into the defensive lineup at the end of the game, as St. Paul’s was making its last-minute push to win, Triplett intercepted the ball and sealed Central’s victory. There were many heroes during the game. Ruston will present a challenge to Central. As a team, it performs somewhere between St. Paul’s and Scotlandville. They are a solid team and can play with anyone.
Coach Dotson praised Ruston head coach Billy Laird. “This is someone I really know and admire,” he said. “They have a storied tradition at Ruston with many state championships and a long history of success.” “We’re playing for the State Championship this week. That’s how we feel, and that’s how we have to play to win. Everything is at stake. Everything is riding on this game. We never look forward and never look back. We focus on the task at hand.” Dotson said beating St. Paul’s and facing Ruston Friday represent a tremendous opportunity for the athletes, students, school, and the Central community. If Central wins Friday night, it will face the winner of the ParkwayMandeville game.
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Thanksgiving Prayer Service Tonight Community-Wide Service to Bring Central Together At St. Alphonsus
CENTRAL — Events coming up in and around Central:
Thursday, November 17 Community Thanksgiving Prayer Service • 7 p.m. Central Area Pastors Association invites you to participate in the Central Community Thanksgiving Prayer Service. This year the service will take place at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 14040 Greenwell Springs Road. There will be 21 churches from the Central area sponsoring the program with 12 participating at the actual program. The evening will consist of prayer, scripture, music, and song. The sermon will be delivered by Jeff Stanfill of Covenant Community Church. Everyone is invited to share in this special event and to join for fellowship at a reception following the service. November 18 and 19 Broadmoor Arts & Crafts Festival The 38th Annual Broadmoor High Arts & Crafts Festival will be Friday, Nov. 18, 4 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 19, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be over 200 outstanding artists on campus. Admission is $3 per person (13 and older) and age 12 and under free of charge. A free shuttle bus service will be provided from the Broadmoor Shopping Center and Broadmoor Middle School. November 21 through 27 Central Girl Scout Fundraiser Mix it up with Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt, 14350 Wax Rd., Ste. 107, and Girl Scouts of Louisiana. 20 percent of your purchase will be donated to
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COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING SERVICES were held at Zoar Baptist last year. Tonight, St. Alphonsus will host the event.
the Central Girl Scout troops. Tuesday, November 22 Safe Sitter Babysitter Training 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Lane Regional Medical Center will hold a Safe Sitter® babysitter training class. Safe Sitter® is a high-quality program that gives young adolescents the skills to be safe, nurturing babysitters. The program is offered to girls and boys ages 11-13. Participants learn the fundamentals of quality child care, how to handle crises, how to nurture and guide a young child, and how to keep children safe and sound while their parents are away. For information or to register, call 654-5263. Wednesday, November 23 Ribbon Cutting Celebration • 9 a.m. Ochsner Health System invites you to join us for a ribbon cutting celebration for the new Ochsner Health Central located at 11424 Sullivan Road. Guided tours and refreshments. Sunday, November 27 Testify in Concert • 6 p.m. Come and experience the dynamic vocal sound of Testify, a nationallyrecognized men’s trio from West Monroe. Testify will be appearing at Zoar Baptist Church, 11848 Hooper Road.
This is a free concert. For information, contact the church office at 2613434 or visit www.testify.org. Tuesday, November 29 “Ask the Doctor” Lunch & Learn 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dr. Joshua Best, an OB/GYN with Bayou Regional Women’s Clinic, will discuss medical and surgical treatment options for heavy bleeding and other gynecologic issues during the “Ask the Doctor” Lunch and Learn session in the staff development classroom at Lane Regional Medical Center in Zachary. Advance reservations at 654-5263. The session is free. Tuesday, November 29 Nighty Night Storytime • 6:30 p.m. Children ages 2 through 6 are invited to the Central Library for a “Nighty Night” Storytime, where they will make a wreath of silver and gold stars. For information or to register, call 262-2660. Thursday, December 1 Zoar Baptist Church Ladies’ Christmas Bazaar and Dinner Zoar Baptist Church, 11848 Hooper Road, will be hosting a Ladies’ Christmas Dinner and Bazaar for Foreign Missions. The Bazaar will be held at 6 p.m. in the gym. This event is for ladies 18 years of age and above. There will be shopping, live entertainment, and dinner. Tickets are $15 and includes dinner. Contact Zoar Baptist Church at 261-3434. December 3 and 4 The Gift of Christmas The Greenwell Baptist Church Choir and Orchestra will present “The Gift of Christmas” Saturday, Dec. 3 at 6 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 4 at 10 a.m.
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The church is located at 19421 Greenwell Springs Road. Sunday, December 11 Remembering Our Children 7 p.m. The death of a child at any age is devastating. St. Alphonsus Church will provide the opportunity for grieving families and their friends to come together to celebrate the life, love, and light of those children gone much too soon. For information, contact JoAnn at 261-4650. 25th Annual Christmas Festival Dec. 2-4 The 25th Annual Christmas in Central will begin at 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2 with the Free Lighting Ceremony at the corner of Hooper and Sullivan. The Christmas Parade will be Saturday morning. Carnival all three days.
GO DILLON! — Dillon Pearson, a 5th grader at Central Intermediate School, caught a six-pound bass while fishing with his mom, Katrina Pearson. The fish was caught at a family lake in Denham Springs.
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CHANEY, HUCKABY
Cassie Chaney and Thomas Huckaby will exchange vows Jan. 7, 2012, at Fellowship Baptist Church.
Cassie Chaney and Thomas Huckaby
Central Community Theatre Needs Area Support to Grant from Chase CENTRAL — Central Community Theatre, a non-profit working to promote the arts in Central, is competing with charities nationwide for donations ranging from $25,000 to $250,000 through the Chase Community Giving program. Residents can help ensure their favorite charity’s success by simply voting for Central Community Theatre through the Chase Community Giving program running on the Facebook platform.
Kathryn Hutto and Malcolm McElveen were wed Aug. 6 at Hillsdale Baptist Church in Hillsdale.
Kathryn Hutto, Malcolm McElveen Were Married at Hillsdale Baptist
Chaney, Huckaby Will Be Married Early Next Year
CENTRAL — Cassie Chaney and Thomas Huckaby will marry in a ceremony on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2012, at Fellowship Baptist Church in Central. The bride-elect is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Neames and Davy Chaney. She is the granddaughter of Eddie and Beth Moore, the late Merle and Virgil “Punkin” Chaney, and Bobbye Moore. Her fiancé is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Huckaby. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Davis, Jr. and Mrs. Gwen Warren and the late J.D. Warren.
HUTTO, McELVEEN
How You Can Help You can help Central Community Theatre win up to $250,000 by simply “Liking” the Chase Community Giving program at: http:// apps.facebook.com/chasecommunitygiving/ and casting your vote to determine this fall’s winners. If you have questions about Central Community Theatre or would like to get involved, please contact www.centralcommunitytheatre. org or call 225-614-5131.
HILLSDALE — Kathryn Claire Hutto of Hillsdale and Malcolm Zachary McElveen of Kentwood were married at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 6, 2011, at Hillsdale Baptist Church in Hillsdale. The Rev. Darryl Miller officiated at the double ring ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Stan and Ginger Hutto of Hillsdale. She is the granddaughter of Lois Miller and the late George Miller of Hillsdale and Bobby and Helen Hutto of Waynesboro, Miss. Kathryn is a graduate of Oak Forest Academy and Southeastern Louisiana University with a bachelor’s degree in organizational communication. While at SLU she was a member of Phi Mu Fraternity where she served as president and Gamma Beta Phi serving as sweetheart. She is a graduate student at SLU working towards a masters of education in school counseling. She is a graduate assistant in the counseling graduate program and a clinique consultant. The groom is the son of Mark and Ginny McElveen of Kentwood and Barbara Schroeder of Hammond. He is the grandson of Linda
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Four Candidates Face Voters Saturday Continued from Page 1
Photos 1, 3 and 4 by Woody Jenkins
Two Anti-Tax Propositions On Ballot k
matically expire when the bonds are paid off. However, the sales tax will continue on indefinitely into the future. Will Easley said that was never the school board’s intent. So the school board has a proposition on the ballot to repeal the 1/2-cent sales tax when the school complex is paid off. All seven members of the Central School Board support the proposition. Proposition No. 1 Louisiana voters across the state will vote on a constitutional amendment to prohibit the imposition of a real estate transfer tax in Louisiana. Such a tax is not currently being imposed.
CANDIDATES SATURDAY are Donald Songy (D) and Chas Roemer (R), both BESE, and Shannon Cooper and Beau Clark for Coroner.
BESE Board Voters will also choose a member to represent the Sixth District on the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education. The runoff candidates are Republican Chas Roemer and Democrat Donald Songy.
Central City News Endorsements
CENTRAL — The Central City News has endorsed both propositions on the ballot Saturday as responsible efforts to limit taxes. We recommend: Vote ‘Yes’ on Proposition No. 1 Vote ‘Yes’ on Central school tax reduction On the BESE board, we reiterate
our endorsement of Chas Roemer. He is a long-time supporter of the Central school system and supports real reform of public education. We recommend Roemer. Regarding the two candidates for Parish Coroner, both appear to be well qualified. We recommend both Dr. Cooper and Dr. Clark.
Roemer is backed by business organizations and favors major reforms in state education policy. Songy is backed by teachers organizations.
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Ruston QB Pierce Spangler Passes
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RUSTON QB Pierce Spangler passes during last Friday’s game against Denham Springs. Ruston won 33-14. The Ruston offense was led by RB Alexo Williams-Hargrove who had 239 yards.
Kerry Kendrick Wins ‘Pick 12’ for Week 12
CENTRAL — Kerry Kendrick of 21124 Strickland Rd. was the winner of Week 12 in the Oak Point Fresh Market Pick 12 Football Contest, according to results announced by Central City News on Monday. Kendrick correctly predicted 11 out of 12 games in the contest. Thirteen other contestants also successfully predicted 11 of the 12 winners: Charlotte Schwath of 5020 Sequolia Dr., Ron Rinker of 8105 Versailles Dr., Judy Belcher of 7324 Conestoga Dr., Wes Meador of 26367 Poplar Glenn, Ashley Brackin of 10074 Chapel Hill Dr., Betty Hebert of 16713 Stoneridge Dr., James H. Carter Jr. of 14344 Sunny Hill Ave., Jackie Coleman of 33390 Wiess Rd., Payton Mangham of 11441 Deverant Ave., Peggy Kerr of 14922 Woodrow Kerr, Wayne Rundell of 13521 Calcasieu, Donald W. Kerr of 15116 Woodrow Kerr, and Billy Bean of 33809 Perkins Rd., Denham Springs. In case of a tie, a drawing is conducted to determine the winner. This week’s drawing was conducted by Kevin Dupuy, manager at Pat’s Hardware in Central. Kendrick will receive a $50 gift certificate from Oak Point and a chance in an end-of-season drawing for a 55-inch color HDTV. The following are the top performing contestants for Week 12 in the Pick 12 competition.
Pick 12 Football Contest Results for Week 12 (Games of Nov. 11-13) Winner* Kerry Kendrick* 11-1 .917 Charlette Scharwath 11-1 .917 Ron Rinker 11-1 .917 Judy Belcher 11-1 .917 Wes Meador 11-1 .917 Ashley Brackin 11-1 .917 Betty Hebert 11-1 .917 James H. Carter Jr. 11-1 .917 Jackie Coleman 11-1 .917 Payton Mangham 11-1 .917 Peggy Kerr 11-1 .917 Wayne Rundell 11-1 .917 Donald W. Kerr 11-1 .917 Billy Bean 11-1 .917 Corey Sharp 10-2 .833 Debbie Creel 10-2 .833 Phyllis Chemin 10-2 .833 Theresa Edwards 10-2 .833 Ryan Phistry 10-2 .833 Angel Phistry 10-2 .833 Larry Foil 10-2 .833
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Sept. 2 Istrouma
W 43-0
Record 1-0
Lamonte Janeau scored 3 TD’s for Wildcats
Record 1-1
Central loses to No. 1 team in state
Record 1-2
RB Gary Triplet kickoff return for 98-yard TD QB Brett Courville ran for 2 TD’s and passed for 1TD
Record 2-2
QB Brett Courville ran for 1 TD and passed for 3 TD’s incl. 19 and 57 yards to Triplet and 67 yards to Gales
Record 2-3
58-yard TD run by Gary Triplet
Record 2-4
QB Brett Courville ran for 3 TD’s, passed for 1 TD
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QB Brett Courville ran for 3 TD’s, passed for 1 TD; Zach Evans ran for 2 TD’s; RB Perkins held to 23 yds
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2 TD’s by Gary Triplet on runs of 33 and 80 yards; game ended 28-28; won in OT on FG by Thidodeaux
Record 5-4
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Central defeats No. 1-ranked team in State 5A
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Oct. 21 Denham Springs* W 31-28 Oct. 28 Scotlandville* W 28-25
Nov. 4 Live Oak* W 41-15 Record 6-4 Central Wildcats win District Championship Nov. 11 St. Paul’s W 35-28 Record 7-4 Zack Evans scores winning TD with 1:04 left in game;
Nov. 18 Ruston Playoffs Game at Wildcat Stadium at 7 p.m. this Friday
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