TEATEA FIRM FIRM December 2023 Announcing the return of LOUISIANA VOODOO Arena Football
Photos from Fashion Week Lake Charles 2023
Community Climate Recognizing students with perfect LEAP scores
Zealous Women Magazine & Organization st 1 Annual Awards Ceremony Recap
December 2023 Calendar of Events: Top 10
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Table of Contents LETTER from the CEO............................02 TABLE of CONTENTS.............................03 ZWM&O - 1st Annual Awards Ceremony Recap …………………….........................04 TEA: Gallery......................................…...06 #VISIT Lake Charles................................07 LOUISIANA VOODOO: Arena Football.....................................................09 SANTA CLAUS is coming to town……….10 Community Climate..................................11 TEA Firm: TEA Couture...........................13
ZEALOUS WOMEN MAGAZINE AND ORGANIZATION FIRST ANNUAL AWARDS CEREMONY
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Zealous Women Magazine and Organization held a remarkable event, where Founder and CEO, Mrs. Teresa Bellard, led the celebration of women in the community for their inspiring journeys. The event was a tribute to the strength and determination of these remarkable women who have made a significant impact in their respective fields. The event was not only a platform for recognizing the understanding achievements of these women but also a testament to the incredible sisterhood that Zealous Women has fostered over the years. The support and empowerment shared among the women in the organization were palpable throughout the event. Additionally, Mr. Derek Bellard joined the festivities to present the men of distinction who have been featured in the Prestige Power column of the magazine. The event was a testament to the power of community, support, and recognition of individuals who have made a difference in society. It celebrated the achievements of Zealous Women Magazine and Organization and its commitment to empowering and uplifting both women and men in the community.
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SMOKE & BARREL: A CELEBRATION OF FINE BOURBON, BBQ & WHISKEY Add to Trip • 1000 Ryan St.Lake Charles, LA 70601 • info@smokeandbarrel.org Price:$125.00 +$10.23 Fee Sales end on Dec 2, 2023, VIP Tickets include: - A Front row seat to top regional bands – A tasting of nearly 100 different bourbons, whiskeys, and scotches – As much BBQ as you can eat from regional vendors – Access to beer, wine, and nonalcoholic beveragesTime:1:00 PM to 5:00 PM Dates: December 2, 2023
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MAYOR NIC HUNTER “Louisiana Voodoo” Arena League Football (ALF) team that will start ANNOUNCES The Voodoo franchise began in New LOUISIANA Orleans and competed from 2004 to 2008, then again from 2010 to VOODOO 2015. The Landsharks were an indoor team from 2001 to 2004. After the ARENA 2004 season, the Landsharks were FOOTBALL
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replaced by the Louisiana Swashbucklers. AFL commissioner Lea Hutton said. “Our key points of where we wanted to establish locations really came down to the big C’s. It came down to the ‘C’ of community, and you guys have it here.” Beginning in 2024, fans will be able to attend six home games at Sudduth Coliseum inside the Lake Charles Event Center. Eunice native James Shiver has been named Voodoo’s head coach. A graduate of the University of Lafayette with a master’s from Louisiana College, Shiver most recently served as athletic director and head coach at St. Edmund High School. He is also the former head coach of the Montgomery Maulers of the National Indoor Football League, earning Coach of the Year honors. Arena football link https://www.theafl.com Photo by Sina
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Calcasieu Parish School Board October 10, 2023 Meeting Summary: Dr. LaFargue presented students of Calcasieu Parish, who made perfect scores on the 2023 LEAP Test, with certificates and CPSB Ambassador yard signs. A short documentary was presented to honor Mr. Martin Payne, Custodian at Vinton High. The board voted and approved all other items on the agenda ranging from the Long Range Planning Committee to hurricane repair reports. Notes: The October 10, 2023 meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by board member Eric Tarver. The invocation and pledge of allegiance were led by Desmond Wallace. The role was called by Superintendent Shannon LaFargue. Members of the board who were absent were Russell Castille and Karen HardyMcReynolds. Present board members were Eric Tarver, Damon Hardesty, Desmond Wallace, Patrick Pichon, Phyllis Ayo, Tony O’Banion, Dean Roberts, Glenda Gay, Mary Fontenot, Billy Breaux, Betty Washington, and Shawn Baumgarten. The minutes of the September 12, 2023 meeting were approved on a unanimous vote. The superintendent’s report was read by Dr. LaFargue. The superintendent referred to the annual population report, which included the number of new and graduating students across Calcasieu parish, a comprehensive report on the CPSB annual audit, and a hurricane funding status report.
Presentations | A docu-video, to recognize Vinton High’s Custodian, Martin Payne was shown to the CPSB members and the citizens of Lake Charles, who attended the meeting. The video showed how the students, faculty, and staff have grown to love and respect their school, with the help of Mr. Payne’s consistency and positive attitude.
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