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School Board Asks for Tax Renewal ................... Reflecting on Tradition ....................................... City of Zachary Seeking Booths .......................... A Letter from the Superintendent ........................ Slaughter Christmas Parade Pics ....................... Hometown Heroes: Ann Holland ........................ Milestones ........................................................... Business .............................................................. Community .......................................................... Classifieds .......................................................... Calendar of Events ............................................. EFHS Tigers End Season in Semi-finals .............

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Desk School Board Santa and Snow in Slaughter Editor’s Reflecting on Tradition Asks for a Tax Renewal The first Christmas parades in the area took place this weekend. In East Feliciana, the towns of Clinton and Slaughter held their parades on Saturday, while in St. Francisville, Christmas in the Country was in full swing. More pictures from the Slaughter parade, which featured a playground covered in four tons of snow, can be found on page 4. Zachary’s Parade and Open House are scheduled for December 15.

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The Zachary Community School Board is asking the voters in the Zachary Community School District to decide in the December 8 general election whether to renew a 38.2-mill property tax the district has collected since it began operations in 2003. The property tax, which would expire at the end of 2013 unless reapproved by the voters, provides 18 percent of the overall budget for the Zachary Community School System. Prior to the establishment of the Zachary Community School System, the East Baton Rouge Parish School System levied and collected the 38.2 mill tax into its coffers. The Zachary Community School District receives 21 percent of its revenue from local sales taxes and the remaining 57 percent comes through the state of Louisiana’s Minimum Foundation Program. The Minimum Foundation Program as determined by the number of students enrolled in the district. The Zachary School Board collects approximately $7.6 million annually in revenue from the property tax. The revenue directly supports the salaries and benefits for teachers and other school personnel as well as the general operating budget. The tax proposition on the December 8 ballot, if approved, would cost $287 a year for a homeowner with a home valued at $150,000 or $478 a year for a person with a home valued at $200,000, after homestead exemption is factored in. The 38.2-mill property tax is separate from the 36-mill property tax, which is dedicated to servicing construction bonds, which fund Zachary’s school building program. Voters most recently approved the sale of See SCHOOL TAX on page 3

City of Zachary Seeking Booths for Annual City-wide Open House

Zachary’s city-wide annual Christmas Open House is set for Saturday, December 15 from 6–8 p.m. following the Christmas Parade at the City Annex parking lot, located on Main St. The City of Zachary is looking for groups, businesses or organizations who would like free booth space at the Open House. Food, games, face-painting, beverages and giveaways are welcome and encouraged at the booths. Businesses with booths are to be

reminded that nothing can be sold, and everything must be complimentary during Open House. All booths will be set up in the parking lot to the right of City Hall Annex. Booths must supply their own tables, tents, chairs, etc. Set up can begin as early as 10 a.m. on December 15. To reserve your spot or to find out more information about setting up your booth, contact the Mayor’s Office at 225-654-0287 or email Ashlee.anderson@cityofzachary.org.

By Nalini Raghavan Gore

My son Ian, now a year and a half old, has me thinking a lot about holiday traditions. He’s not old enough to understand that the special activities and gifts that will be showered upon him in the next few weeks are not actually his birth right but are particular to the Christmas season. He will probably scream in terror when we have him sit for the obligatory Santa picture. And he certainly won’t notice that his Mom–newly inducted to the world of children’s paraphernalia – failed to adopt an Elf on a Shelf. Still, it seems important to set the stage now, establishing warm, joyful memories or risk sinking into Scrooge-ish apathy. Hence, our exhausting trip to the Christmas tree farm the day after Thanksgiving where we (well … my husband) chopped (well … sawed) down our first, live tree. Never mind that it is about a foot taller than our ceiling and is still sitting naked in our living room because we can’t find the box of Christmas decorations that was squirreled away in some deep, dark recess of the house. Perhaps we will have more luck with an old tradition; even better, an old and inexplicable tradition that survives because it is just so bizarre. For instance, like my mother did for me and my siblings, I will likely stuff Ian’s Christmas stocking with an array of drugstore items. This year I guess it’ll be something like diaper wipes, baby powder, a toothbrush and, lest we forget the toy, a Hot Wheels car. When he gets older, it’ll be Head & Shoulders shampoo, Old See TRADITION on page 3

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A Letter from the Superintendent Dear Zachary Community School Supporter, Thanks to the hard work of our students and teachers, and the overwhelming support of our community, Zachary Community Schools received the number one ranking in the state for the eighth straight year this fall. We could not have accomplished this without the continued efforts of the people of this community. Although I have only served as superintendent for a short time, I have witnessed the outpouring of support for our schools during my 9 years here in Zachary. The Zachary Community School District continues to be a model of excellence for school districts around our state. Our teachers and staff provide first-rate instruction and our students are exposed to rich and varied learning experiences. The quality of

education provided to our students is an investment in their future success and in the growth of our city. When the Zachary Community School District separated from the East Baton Rouge Parish School System, the voters approved a 38.2 mill ad valorem property tax to fund the district’s general operating budget. The 38.2 mill rate was at that time, and remains today, identical to the tax paid throughout East Baton Rouge Parish. These funds provide materials for instruction as well as salaries and benefits for employees, which together comprise more than 80 percent of the district’s annual budget. The tax generates about $7.6 million annually, and costs $287 per year after the homestead exemption for a property owner with a home valued at $150,000. In my talks with members of the community, I have noted some confusion about the purpose of the millage, and realized that I needed to provide some clarity for voters. The 38.2 mill ad valorem property tax approved to fund the district’s general operating budget must be renewed every 10 years. The renewal proposition will be on the December 8 ballot. This funding is critical to supporting the contin-

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ued vision of excellence for the Zachary Community School District. The tax you will be deciding on the December 8 supports the day to day operational costs of running the school district. It is not for construction or facility improvements. Construction is supported through a separate 36 mill bond debt service tax. We are fortunate to be nearing the end of our building plan. The facilities we have constructed will serve the students of this community for the next 20 years of growth. We will continue to be good stewards of the resources we have been entrusted with by this community. I take our commitment to the taxpayers of this district very seriously. I am confident that the investment you are making the future of this community through your continued support of our schools will pay dividends. I ask you to continue to help make sure that the greatest days of Zachary Community Schools are yet to come. Sincerely,

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Publisher Daniel Duggan Associate Publisher Theresa Dold Payment Editor / Production Manager Nalini Raghavan Gore Account Executive Georgiana Walls Christmas Cookie Planner Calla Duggan Drumstick Eating Champion Chandler Duggan Nature’s Alarm Clock Cecelia Duggan

Scott Devillier Superintendent

Potty Training Intern Colton Duggan The Rookie Ian Gore

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Spice deodorant, Alpine chocolates, gum, razor blades, and AA batteries. To top off these hygiene products, I will add the two most perplexing items of all–the orange and the apple. I asked my mother several years ago why she continued to include the fruit in our stockings year after year when, frankly, they usually ended up back in the fruit bowl. She explained that they are a remnant of her family’s traditional stocking stuffer fare. While I may not appreciate the orange as much as my mother’s family of seven children did in the cold Canadian north, and while my stillteething son can’t even eat an apple, I will include an apple and an orange in his stocking. And he will likely do the same for his kids. And in this way, we will connect our present with the past, finding our place in the multigenerational network of family. May your holidays be filled with many apples and oranges!

bonds for facilities in 2010. The current property tax millage within the Zachary Community School System is 79.20 mills with 38.2 for operation, 5.0 constitutionally authorized, and 36.0 for construction. “In 2003 the taxpayers approved this tax to start this school district. This renewal is critical to the ongoing success of the Zachary Community School District,” said Superintendent Scott Devillier. Historically since the creation of the Zachary Community School System, the voters of Zachary have supported the school system each time the School Board has asked them for more tax revenue. Educational observers from around the state have pointed to the strong community financial support as the reason that Zachary Community Schools have been the top-ranked district in the state of Louisiana for the eighth straight year.

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It doesn’t take more than a five minute conversation with Ann Holland to admire not only her simplistic attitude but her passion for others. Born and raised in Clinton, Ann spent most of her life teaching in the public school system, raising three children, being a wife and, all the while, making a difference in the lives of strangers. “We moved to Baton Rouge when we were young,” said Ann. “My husband, Martin, coached for 40 years and I was a teacher for East Baton Rouge Parish.” When Ann’s mom began to experience dementia, they moved back to Clinton to care for her. “Mother needed help, and we knew it was what we needed to do,” Ann explained. “I realized there was a women’s prison up the road from our home, and one afternoon I just decided to go there. I shook that chain link gate and got the attention of the warden, Mr. Foster. I told him I was Ann Holland, Mr. Brady’s daughter–that he knew me, and I wanted to talk with him.” Ann inquired whether the prison offered a GED program for its inmates and when she was told that they didn’t, “I asked him if he would allow me to come and try to work with these women,” Ann remembered. “I laughed and assured him I was not a felon and my certification was on file with East Baton Rouge!” For five years, Ann taught a GED program in the evenings at the women’s prison while still driving to work in Baton Rouge five days a week.

Over the next few weeks, the Post will reveal the five Hometown Heroes finalists. You will choose your Hometown Hero at the end of the year by voting for one of these five finalists. Thank you for all of the nominations, and good luck to everyone!

When asked why she offered her to the Dorcas Door, a local resale Ann has always tried to expose her services and time to prisoners, Ann shop—something she started with her children and grandchildren to opporreplied, “Well, I guess we are com- mother. “My mother, Thadlie Brady, tunities for helping others. “Oh, they pelled to go out and reach people, and was working there when we moved don’t always want to go, but I pile it’s easy to reach out to those who are back to Clinton,” Ann explained. those little rascals in the back seat and generous. But I feel I can be used for “She was beginning to lose some of make them go. They need to experiwhatever God calls me to do, and he told me to go help those women.” Ann taught the women twice a week, preparing them for the GED test. She felt many of them were caught in a ‘revolving door’ of life—they would be released and then be back in prison six months later. Still, there were stories of Inmates who assist as tutors and class participants at the Educational Center at Dixon Correctional individuals whose Institute along with Ann Holland (center). Pictured (left to right) are: Gary Jones, Raymond Cockerham, lives were changed Donald Burns, Shane Falcon, Jason Dove and Joseph Elphage. thanks to the GED they earned under Ann’s tutelage. Her her cognitive skills, so I started going ence it themselves,” laughed Ann. service at the women’s prison came to and sitting with her because momma When I questioned her husband an end when they suddenly closed the had lost the ability to count money! Martin on his patience with Ann’s volfacility. I would count the money while she unteer life, he smiled a slight grin and After retirement from the EBRP worked the store. I just kept work- replied, “What she does is God’s work school system, Ann was approached ing there after she passed away, and I and she is just a remarkable woman, by a friend who knew of her previous don’t mind helping.” still, 48 years later.” work at the women’s prison. She was Ann has a very simple philoso“I just feel like I have been blessed asked to assist with the GED program phy—if nobody else is doing some- most of my life. People have given at Dixon Correctional Institute (DCI). thing, then you need to step in yourself. to me, people have helped me; and I “They were having trouble with Living by this philosophy, if someone am at the point in my life where I’m the math, which is my field. I felt it calls Ann from the Council on Aging supposed to be giving back to people. really was something God laid on my and needs a ride somewhere—she If I help you, I help you for nothing, heart to do,” said Ann. Ann volunteers is there. “Don’t wait to be asked. If because I don’t need anything. I love at DCI in the evenings since the men you’ve got something someone needs, that I had the opportunity to reach out in her classes work at the prison dur- and you know they are there and they to those women and these men, and to ing the day. don’t get out, take it to them. That’s show them that somebody does care; Ann also devotes time each month how it should be,” said Ann. they’re not forgotten,” said Ann.

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Ivy and Rosenbach to Wed Brittney Danielle Ivy and Keith Joseph Rosenbach of Zachary will marry in a 7 p.m. ceremony January 4, 2013, at White Oak Plantation in Baton Rouge. The bride-elect is the daughter of Jeffery and Tammie Ivy, of Watson. She is the granddaughter of Slattery and Ruby Savoy, of Centreville, Mississippi. The bride-elect is a graduate of Zachary High School and attends

Southeastern Louisiana University and is a member of Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority. Her fiance’ is the son of Joseph and Reba Rosenbach of Zachary. He is the grandson of John and Mary Haynes of Baker and the late James and Jane Rosenbach, of Denver, Colorado. He is a graduate of Zachary High School and attends Southeastern Louisiana University and is a member of Theta Chi Fraternity.

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Dustin and Laura-Kate Amrhein would like to announce the birth of their son Jackson Eric Amrhein. He was born on September 4, 2012 at 3:23 pm. He weighed 8 lb. 1 oz. and was 21.25” long. Jackson was proudly welcomed home by grandparents David and Robyn Amrhein and Sam and Elaine Barham and great-grandparents Jerry and Cherry Boudreaux and RE and Ethel Mae Amrhein.

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Native of Zachary Louisiana since 2007 Howard Hall Comedian/Writer/ Actor has been making noise on the comedy circuit for years and now is in a prime position to make it big. He has been doing stand up comedy for eight years. He has been seen on BET’s Comic View, Jamie Foxx’s Laffapalooza, and has headlined and performed for numerous clubs and colleges. He recently was cast in the award wining “The Color Purple” musical in which he played Harpo. He is now prepping for his live stand up comedy taping called “Hallarious,” which will be taped live at Independence Park Theater on December 8. He has been nominated for best supporting actor in a musical through the New Venture Theatre awards.

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Lanoha Receives Award from Professional Organization Lane RMC is proud to announce that Jim Lanoha, AS, RRT has been selected as a Fellow of the American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC). This award recognizes individuals who have made a profound and lasting contribution to the profession of respiratory care and to the AARC. Jim’s advocacy for quality patient care coupled with his numerous voluntary contributions has had a measurable impact on respiratory care. Jim was formally inducted at the AARC’s 58th International Respiratory Congress in New Orleans, LA, on November 10, 2012.

SCHS Marks Six Months at New Location Southeast Community Health Systems (SCHS), a federally qualified health center, opened its newest location in Zachary on July 1, 2012. SCHS is a growing, diverse health system with seven locations in four parishes including East Baton Rouge, St. Helena, Livingston and Tangipahoa. The Zachary location, an 18,000 square foot facility, features six state-of-the-art dental operatories, nine medical exam rooms, four behavioral health offices with cutting-edge telemedicine equipment and an in-house pharmacy. The Zachary location also provides Women’s, Infants and Children (WIC) services. SCHS’ Zachary location is conveniently located across from Lane Memorial Hospital.

On Saturday, December 1, Don Lyn’s celebrated their first Open House Celebration. Catering was provided by the Jambalaya Shoppe of Zachary and patrons enjoyed 20 percent off of all purchases. Pictured above are owners, Colby and Kasey Peters with some of their unique Christmas ornaments and gifts to wrap up your holiday shopping. Don Lyn’s is located at 4348 Hwy. 19 in Zachary.

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Their goal is to work collaboratively with other healthcare providers in the area to alleviate health disparities amongst the residents of Zachary and surrounding areas. SCHS is accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC) and certified by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). The providers and staff of SCHS believe in treating patients holistically. The care and compassion provided to patients create an atmosphere of security, not only with health concerns but with overall well-being. Selina Senegal, chief executive officer, is committed to excellence and continuity of exemplary health care services to the communities which are served by SCHS.

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Galilee Baptist Volleyball Team Takes Second

After being undefeated in their regular season, the Galilee Baptist Academy (GBA) Elementary Volleyball team took second in the PSAL championships. Considering that only two out of the seven were veteran players, it was quite an accomplishment. The parents and coaches expressed great pride in their achievement. Both the elementary and division A GBA volleyball teams played well this year with many players demonstrating significant improvement thanks to parents and coaches Mrs. Sheri Robinson (GBA Elementary team coach) and Nicole Cornelius (division A coach).

ZHS Sophomore Verbally Commits to Ole Miss Zachary High School baseball player Micah McHugh has verbally committed to play baseball at Ole Miss after he graduates in 2015, said Coach Jesse Cassard. Currently a sophomore, Micah started every game as a freshman last season. He hit .320 with 1 hr and 17 RBI. He was highly recruited this past summer by Alabama, LSU, and Ole Miss.

The Zachary Police Cadet Program received a check for $1,500 for parking cars during the Greater Baton Rouge State Fair last month. The check was presented by Gerald Hall, a State Fair board member, to the program. Current cadets are Mason McDaniel, Taylor Bice and Carson Gunter. The Zachary Cadet Program is currently accepting applications from interested individuals. For more information, call 225-654-9393. Pictured here are (back row, l to r) cadets Carson Gunter, Taylor Bice and Mason McDaniel with State Fair board member, left, and Chief of Police David McDavid.

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Events in the Zachary Area Blood Drive Sponsored by Anvil Attachments | December 4, 1 – 5 p.m. Anvil Attachments will be holding its winter blood drive with United Blood Services on Tuesday, December 4 from 1–5 p.m. at their facility located at 261 Hwy. 19 in Slaughter. Donors will be registered to win a prize and receive a t-shirt for contributing. Candlelight Celebration Concert December 6, 7 p.m. The ZHS Choir Department will be holding a Candlelight Celebration Concert. Performing in the newly completed Visual and Performing Arts Center on campus, the choir will perform holiday pieces in different styles of music. An interactive carol sing-along will also be featured, followed by a performance of O Holy Night sung by candlelight. The concert is free and open to the public. Garden Tour Friday at Rosedown December 7, 10 a.m. Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site continues its series of “Garden Tour Fridays” with a guided garden tour at 10 a.m. on Friday, December 7. Manager/ Horticulturist Patricia Aleshire will lead a stroll through Rosedown’s historic gardens. The “Garden Tour Fridays” program provides garden enthusiasts with a detailed look at selected portions of one of the finest early 19th-century gardens. The “Garden Tour Fridays” program will begin at the Site Office. Rosedown Plantation SHS is located on LA Highway 10 in St. Francisville. Admission applies. For more information call225-635-3110 or visit www.LaStateParks.com. Children’s Choir Performance December 9, 6 p.m. The Lion & Lamb Children’s Choir of First Baptist Zachary will present “The Secret of Snowflake County ” musical on Sunday, December 9 at 6 p.m. The public is encouraged to attend. Childcare will be

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St. Jude Benefit at Cafe Phoenicia December 10, 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Cafe Phoenicia will be holding a benefit for St. Jude on December 10 from 11 a.m. –9 p.m. All profits and tips will be donated to the Baton Rouge St. Jude’s Clinic. Join them at their location in Zachary, 5647 Main St.

7th Annual Running of the Ebenezer Scrooge Memorial Reindeer Race December 15, 3 p.m. The zany reindeer race, which takes place on Charter St. in downtown Jackson, will take place at 3 p.m. The public is invited to watch the holiday antics of paraders.

Lane Auxiliary Jewelry Sale December 13, 7 a.m.-5 p.m. December 14, 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. The Lane Regional Medical Center is hosting their Masquerade Jewelry and Accessories $5 sale. The event will take place in the Conference room West Wing and is sponsored by the Lane Auxiliary. Cash and credit cards will be accepted. OLLI Jackson Christmas Tour December 12, 9:45 a.m. The tour group will visit a private home, Roseneath, and learn from the owners about the home, collections and furnishings. Following will be a tour of Millbank Bed and Breakfast, the Old Jackson Post Office, Old Centenary Inn and the Southern Belle Railway dining car. All locations will be beautifully decorated for Christmas. Call the LSU OLLI office at 225-578-6763 to register for the tour. Enrollment is limited to 35; cost is $15. A Traditional Christmas Dinner December 14 This December, Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site will be dressed in period holiday decorations, highlighting Christmas traditions passed down through the historic Turnbull and Bowman families. On Saturday, December 14, the Turnbull-Bowman Traditional Christmas Dinner will be cooked, down-hearth, in the Old Kitchen outbuilding. Admission applies. For more information call 225-

Christmas at Rosedown December 15-16 Enjoy the 10th annual “Christmas at Rosedown” celebration will be held. The weekend will feature 19th century crafts demonstrations and activities, including music, dancing, down-hearth cooking and hayrides. Just in time for the holidays, the Rosedown Plantation historic gardens are filled with the colors of Christmas. Admission applies. For more information call 225-635-3110. St. John’s hosts Breakfast With Santa December 8 & 9 Join the St. John Youth Elves and Santa help the youth of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church raise funds for their trip to Washington. There are two settings available: Saturday, December 8, 9 a.m. and Sunday, December 9, 8 a.m. in St. John’s Gym on McHugh Dr. The event is open to the public and includes pancakes and a variety of drink choices. Cost is $5 per person in advance or at the door. For more information, call 225-654-5778. Christmas Parade & Open House December 15, 4 p.m. This year, the Zachary Christmas Parade will roll at a different time, 4 p.m. and travel through downtown Zachary. Immediately following will be the annual Open House celebration with local businesses open for late-night shopping and fun.

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The East Feliciana Tiger football team had its deep run into the semifinals of the state Class 3A playoffs ended by Notre Dame of Crowley on Friday night in Clinton. A record crowd of celebratory fans packed the stadium behind East Feliciana Middle School to witness the 1614 loss to the #2 ranked Notre Dame Pioneers. Notre Dame led 16-6 late in the game, but a 42-yard kickoff return by Timothy Thompson allowed the Tigers to rally. Kendell Beckwith then led a 28-yard drive that ended with Beckwith completing a 4-yard touchdown pass to Thocorence Hawkins with 2:28 remaining. Beckwith ran for the two-point conversion to get the Tigers within two, at 16-14. Following the touchdown, East Feliciana attempted an unsuccessful onside kick. Notre Dame ran down the clock to finish the game following their recovery of the kickoff. Kendell Beckwith rushed for 77 yards on 14 carries and passed for 92 yards. Beckwith totaled 169 of East Feliciana’s 182 total yards of offense. The Pioneers scored first on a nineplay, first-quarter drive that covered 65 yards and took 4:04 off the clock. East Feliciana countered with a drive that started late in the first quarter. Danny Johnson caught a Beckwith pass on a crossing pattern and scored from 18 yards out, pulling the Tigers within one, at 7-6, with 10:53 to go in the half. The East Feliciana Tigers finish the season 8-4. Congratulations from the Zachary Post staff on a great season!

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