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Green Light HWY 64 Widening Now Complete... 1 Hurricane Katrina Hero Publishes Book............. 1 3rd Annual Superhero 5k Now Registering.......... 2 Lane Names Employee of the Year....................... 4 Lane Earns Recognition for 7th Year................... 1 Riding Club Gallops through Zachary................. 1 Community........................................................... 7 Milestones............................................................ 8 Imahara Honored for Service to Nation............ 10 Classifieds.......................................................... 11 Calendar of Events ............................................ 12
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Green Light HWY 64 Widening Now Complete
Mayor-President Melvin L. “Kip” Holden hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for the Green Light Plan’s Mount Pleasant Intersection Improvements (U.S. 61 and LA 64) project Friday, April 12 at 10 a.m. at Zachary City Hall, 4650 Main Street. This ribbon cutting marks the completion of a key roadway construction project for the Green Light Plan designed to improve the intersection’s capacity while laying the groundwork for future growth in the area. “The opening of another critical intersection expanded through the Green Light Plan shows us just how important this program is to breaking up the gridlock and promoting interconnectivity across some of the fastest growing areas of East Baton Rouge Parish, like
Ribbon Cutting Participants from left to right - Michael Songy - Program Director of the Green light Plan, David Guillory - Interim Director of the Department of Public Works of East Baton Rouge Parish, Zachary Mayor David Amrhein, Mayor-President Melvin “Kip” Holden, Metropolitan Councilman Trae Welch, and Jim Ferguson - Chief Construction Engineer for the project.
the city of Zachary,” Mayor-President Melvin “Kip” Holden said. “The more our great city and parish continue to expand, the more supporting infrastructure is needed to help sustainably guide this growth - and this project was designed to do exactly that.” Boone Services, Inc. of Baton Rouge completed the $1.1 million construction project that includes a dedicated right-turn lane for northbound U.S. 61 motorists, a widened segment of LA Highway 64 (Mount Pleasant Road) for westbound motorists approaching U.S. 61 that replaces the previous two-lane undivided segment of roadway into a four-lane divided roadway with a raised median, and upgraded traffic signals at the intersection.
Hurricane Katrina Hero Publishes Book on Leadership
ably best known for his role as the Commanding officer of Joint Task Retired General Russel Honore’ Force Katrina. grew up across the Mississippi RivRecently, General Honore’ puber from Port Hudson, and has fam- lished a book titled Leadership ily ties to the Zachary and Feliciana For The New Normal – A Short areas. Honore’ attend In Leadership. Written Southern University by Lt. General Russel L. with the intention of beHonore’ and is a must coming a farmer after read book for everyone, receiving a B.S. degree for both business man in Agriculture. Howand military personever, while at Southnel, as well as teenagern, Honore’ joined the ers and college age men ROTC and received a and women, and anyone Commission as a 2nd who wants to prepare for Lieutenant in the US their future in a serious Army upon graduation manner. The book offers in 1971. a short course on what After a very few General Russel Honore’ we are facing in the fuyears, Honore’ decided ture, and the desperate that the Army offered need for true leadership him great opportunities in all walks of life. to pursue, and 37 years 3 months and At a lecture at the Old State Capi3 days after receiving his Commis- tol in Baton Rouge on March 21, sion, he retired as a Lt. General with 2013, General Honore’ had this to three stars. General Honore’ is prob- say about his first few minutes on the by James
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ground near the Super Dome upon assuming command of the Katrina Task Force: “I flew in on a Blackhawk helicopter from an off-shore ship. As soon as I got out of my ride, I saw all these troops and law enforcement walking around with loaded guns pointing at people. I hollered, what are you guys, stupid, these people need help not intimidation.’’ He recalled a recent incident whereby he was speaking to students at a Louisiana University. General Honore’, in his book, Leadership in the New Normal which he calls a “A Short Course,’’ touches on many of the basic qualities of true leadership and its role in the future. His dedication of the book is: “I dedicate this book to the people of the United States of America, to those who understand that freedom isn’t free, that it is based on selfless service to others. And I salute those who are earnestly committed to lifting up all of human-
kind, in our country and around the world.’’ In his nine chapter book, General Honore’ makes two profound statements, which in my opinion are game changers in what we know as leadership. First he says: “We are born free by good fortune. To live free is a privilege. To die free is an obligation. Each American has the obligation to keep America free for the next generation.’’ The second principle that jumped out at me was his description of leadership characteristics using an Army axiom, “Your audio and your video must match!’’ In less than 200 pages, General Honore’ has articulated a world of common sense dynamic principles of leadership in any walk of life including family life. Although the General characterizes marriage and family life as “collaboration,’’ he See HONORE’ on page 3
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3rd Annual Superhero 5K Now Registering On May 11, the 3nd Annual Zachary SuperHero 5K and 1mile Fun Run will be held to raise money for the American Cancer Society. Proceeds from this event will be used to support the mission of the American Cancer Society. The races will be held in the heart of the Zachary Historic District. This event targets everyone from professional runners to families and children from all around Zachary and the Baton Rouge Metro area. Aside from the 5K, the One Mile Fun Run/ Walk is a one-mile course for children to encourage family participation. Registration is currently open at active.com. With the funds raised through events such as these, the American Cancer Society has been able to provide much needed services to cancer patients and their families. The American Cancer Society combines an unyielding passion with nearly a century of experience to save lives and end suffering from cancer. As a global grassroots force of more than three million volunteers, ACS fights for every birthday threatened by every cancer in ev-
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emphasizes the need for leadership in a family and for it to function as a well-oiled machine. In fact the last chapter of his book is titled: “Save your best leadership for when you get home.’’ The General’s key points in this final chapter of the book are: (1). Be careful not to spend so much time and energy in providing for your family that you lose your family. (2). Leading at work is easy compared to leading at home. (3). A family has a mission to work as a team. Families need leading because kids need teaching. A parent’s proper role is to lead, to teach and build a strong family unit. (4). Parents should remember: When you walk in your front door, you’re not in command but in collaboration. (5). Parents shouldn’t try to lead their families like officers commanding their troops; however, The Warrior Ethos used in the military works well to build a strong family team. After a short introduction, General Honore’ has titled the next 8 chapters in his short course on leadership: 1. The nature of leadership; 2. The first three lessons of leadership; 3. The New Normal, the global environment; 4. Your job is your mission; 5. Decision superiority; 6. The
true purpose of business; 8. Earning your subordinates’ loyalty and investing in their success. General Honore’ also added a “Sources’’ section to the book along with a “Reference’’ section and an Index. Lt. General Russel Honore has had a distinguished Military and Post Military career. In addition to leading the U.S. Dept. of Defense response to Hurricanes Katrina and Rita in 2005, he was a commanding general in the Middle East and in Korea. He served in a variety of command and staff positions focused on Defense Support of Civil Authorities and Homeland Defense. A highly decorated soldier, he received numerous awards and medals, including the Defense Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal and Kuwait Liberation Medal. Today he is a business consultant, public speaker, Senior Scientist for the Gallup Organization, and CNN contributor on topics related to disaster preparedness. He holds a B.S. Degree in Vocational Agriculture from Southern University and an M.A. in Human Resources from Troy State. A native of Lakeland, Louisiana in Pointe Coupee Parish, he and his wife Beverly have lived in Zachary, but currently reside in Baton Rouge. They have four grown children.
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2nd Annual “Rockin’ and Roasting on The River” this Weekend in New Roads
The Pointe Coupee Chamber of Commerce is planning the 2nd Annual, “Rockin’ and Roasting on The River”, that is scheduled for April 26 and 27 in downtown New Roads at Morrison Parkway. This event will be the 2nd Officially Sanctioned Barbecue Cook-off in our area with fun activities for the whole family. The celebration starts on Friday, April 26 with Live Music by Dale Sellars & Back Roads Band at 6:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. with lots of food, drinks and fun. On Saturday, April 27 the day starts off at 8 a.m. with the “2nd Officially Sanctioned Barbecue Cookoff”, live entertainment kicks off at 9:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. with food, drinks and fun! On Saturday entertainment for kids includes fun jumps from 9:30
a.m. until 4 p.m., and a “Kids Fishing Tournament” starting at 8 a.m. and lasting until around 11 a.m. that’s going to be a blast. The event will appeal to people of all ages on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. Stop by to enjoy the live entertainment with the Roscoe Chenier Band, lots of great food and fun. Be sure to enter to win while you are there a Barbecue Pit or a Cypress Rocker. For more information and for booth information, call Kelly Smith at (225) 638-3500. You may also visit The Greater Pointe Coupee Chamber of Commerce web site for details about the event at www.pcchamber.org.
The Zachary Community School District Talented Arts Program will present Arts Alive 2013: A Talented Theatre And Visual Arts Showcase on April 26 in the Zachary High School Visual and Performing Arts Center. The showcase will feature work created by Talented Theatre and Talented Art students in grades first through twelfth.
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Lane Regional Medical Center Names Lane Regional Hospital Earns Quality Michele LeBlanc Employee of the Year Respiratory Care Recognition for 7th Year
Lane Regional Medical Center named Michele LeBlanc, a Registered Nurse in Lane’s Wound Center, as the Employee of the Year. She received the honor at the hospital’s annual “Employee of the Year Luncheon” at Sammy’s Grill in Zachary. LeBlanc has worked at Lane for 5 years and was recognized for her dedication and outstanding work. She was named Employee of the Month in September 2012 and was selected Employee of the Year from the twelve monthly honorees in 2012. “This is such a shock!” said LeBlanc. “I am quite humbled and thankful for such an honor!” “Michelle is an excellent nurse with a personality to match,” said Jennifer Johnson, Chief Nursing Officer. “She is very knowledgeable and passionate about wound care and the progress of her patients. She is an incredible asset to nursing services.” LeBlanc, a native of Houma, is a graduate of Nicholls State University in Thibodaux. She received her Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse certification from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. She and her husband, Michael, reside in Denham Springs and have one son, Benjamin. She also has four step-children
and two step-grandchildren. She enjoys spending quality time with her family and visiting relatives in Houma and Texas. LeBlanc attends Abundant Life Church in Denham Springs and is involved with missionary work in Mexico. Also recognized at the luncheon were 2012 employees of the month: Julius Johnson, Destiny Robinson, Steven Saale, Kristen Peel, Michelle Escher, Tammy McCauley, Kim Watson, Barbara McCurley, Will Boston, Shartretra Collins and Hazel Hawkins.
Lane Regional Medical Center has earned Quality Respiratory Care Recognition (QRCR) under a national program aimed at helping patients and families make informed decisions about the quality of the respiratory care services available in hospitals. This is the 7th straight year Lane Regional has earned this prestigious award. Approximately 700 hospitals in the U.S. (about 15%) received this award. Hospitals earning the QRCR designation ensure patient safety by agreeing to adhere to a strict set of criteria governing their respiratory care services. To quality for recognition, Lane Regional provided documentation showing it meets the following conditions: • All respiratory therapists employed by the hospital to deliver bedside respiratory care services are either legally recognized by the state as competent to provide respiratory care services or hold the CRT or RRT credential. • Respiratory therapists are available 24 hours. • Other personnel qualified to perform specific respiratory procedures and the amount of supervision required for personnel to carry out specific procedures must be designated in writing. • A doctor of medicine or osteopathy is designated as medical director of respiratory care services.
• Hospital policy prohibits the routine delivery of medicated aerosol treatments utilizing small volume nebulizers, metered dose inhalers, or intermittent positive pressure treatments to multiple patients simultaneously. Circumstances under which this practice is permitted is defined by policy. • Use a process that periodically compares performance of your respiratory department on efficiency and quality metrics with similar departments for the purpose of identifying an achieving best practice. “I am very proud of our Respiratory Therapists for providing the exceptional care this award reflects,” said Mike Hlavac, RRT, director of Lane Rehab Services. Respiratory therapists are specially trained health care professionals who work under physician’s orders to provide a wide range of breathing treatments and other services to people with asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, cystic fibrosis, lung cancer, AIDS and other lung or lung-related conditions. They also care for premature infants and are key members of lifesaving response teams. The QRCR program was started in 2003 by the American Association for Respiratory Care, a membership organization representing more than 50,000 health professionals involved in respiratory care nationwide.
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Register Zachary’s Young Entrepreneurs for Lemonade Day
Lemonade Day Louisiana is coming up on Saturday, May 4 and now is the time to get your young entrepreneurs prepared to get to work. Lemonade Day is a free, fun, experiential learning program that teaches youth how to start, own and operate their own business—a lemonade stand. It began in Houston, Texas in 2007. Since then it has grown from 2,700 kids to 120,000 kids in 31 cities across America and Canada in 2011—including ours! Lemonade Day was brought to Louisiana in 2010 by Entrepreneurs John Georges (CEO of Georges Enterprises) and Todd Graves (CEO of Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers). John and Todd both received their first taste of business by operating their own lemonade stand as kids. The foremost objective of Lemonade Day is to empower youth to take ownership of their lives and become productive members of society—the business leaders, social advocates, volunteers, and forward
thinking citizens of tomorrow. Here’s how to get involved: Participants can sign up at http://louisiana.lemonadeday.org. After completing the online registration, you will receive an email instructing you to print out the reply and bring it with you to any Raising Cane’s restaurant. Each child that registers receives a backpack with an Entrepreneur Workbook that teaches them
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for pickup after registration at our Zachary Raising Cane’s. As May 4th approaches participants can go to the website and input where their lemonade stand will be. On May 4th, there will be thousands of kids across Louisiana selling lemonade. Participants are encouraged to donate a portion of the proceeds to a charity of their choice.
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Last of a Dying Breed Riding Club Gallops through Zachary
Pictured from Left to Right: Woodrow Matthews, President Chris Mcknight, Asst. Sec. Myeshia Williams, Secetary Sheilla Flowers, Trail Boss Walter Harvey Jr. , Erica Matthews, Walter James, Thaddeus Turner, Janice Bandford, Clyde Barnes, Chris Self, Jeremaine Jackson, Tracy King, Carol Bowers, Theron Sanders, Kneeling: Public Relation Ray Davis , Karey Mcknight Sr.and Jr Hunt.
Last Of A Dying Breed Riding Club participated in the Horse show at Southern University’s M.A. Edmond Livestock Arena on Hwy 61 North. The event took place on Sat. April 13,2013. The trail ride began at noon and the riders rode from Baker, La. to Zachary , La. and back. The ride took four hours to complete. While on this ride the horse riding clubs were being judged in several catagories. The catagories included the on most riders on horseback, the most organized horse club and the best dress horse club. The Last Of A Dying Breed Riding Club, came home with 2- trophies , Most Organized and Most Members on horseback. Also the small youth riders took part in other games and event at the arena and brought home several medals.
In addition, the club will be attending the upcoming K and L Rodeo Production sponsored by Gerry Lane Chevrolet at the 5th Annual Black Rodeo in Gonzales, Louisiana on Sat. May 4, 2013 at 7 p.m. at the Lamar Dixon Expo Center. Last Of A Dying Breed Riding Club is under the leadership of Chris McKnight - President, Sheilla Flowers - Secretary, Myeshia Williams - Asst. Secretary, Ray Davis - Public Relations, Walter Harvey – Trail Boss, with Carey McKnight and Carol Mims - photographers. To contact the riding club for future events or ways to become involved, call Ms. Myeshia Williams at (225) 244-0338 or Ms. Sheilla Flowers (225) 615-5137 or by email Lastofadyingbr2012@att.net.
Pictured (left to right) the first picture sitting in front Ja’nyah Jackson, Braxton King, Camorie Mcknight, Jermyrian “Bone “ Jackson, Noah Selders, Braylin King, Leah Davis, Isaiah Roberton, Joush Mcknight, Quitazia Mason, Kenny Love, Kelsy Mason, Kennyja Love, and Zynobia Selders. Standing is: Robert Johnson Jr., Marvel Chriss, Jermey London, Jaylen Davis, Rayshawn Brown, Shardell Hampton, Shae Harrell, Bobby King Jr.,Edward Williams, Kameron Mason, Devontae Dunn, Kendell Beckwith, Kameron Mcknight and Chancelor Davis.
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LEFT: On April 15, 2013, Miracle Place Toastmasters met at 2080 Main Street, Baker, Louisiana for their regular weekly meeting. The meetings are designed to help members develop their leadership and public speaking skills. Miracle Place Toastmasters is one of the clubs belonging to Toastmasters International which consists of over 280,000 members in 13,500 clubs in 116 countries. Anyone wishing to attend should visit www.toastmasters.org or call Shamekia Holliday at 225-773-8921. From left to right are Tona Coates, Tommy King, Travis Joseph, Shamekia Holliday, Billy Price, Eric Ballard, Charles Coleman and Ashanti Witherspoon (kneeling)
ABOVE: Members and guests enjoyed the Feliciana Chapter of OLLI Coffee on March 20 at the First Baptist Church in St. Francisville with speaker Cathy Fontenot, CCE and Assistant Warden of Support and Public Relations at Angola State Penitentiary. Ms. Fontenot talked about her background and interest in corrections at an early age. After 21 years and numerous degrees and certifications she is passionate about promoting professionalism in the field of correcting deviant behavior. She shared human interest stories of inmates and prison activities. Photo by Barbara Glass. Photo L to R Cindy Mann, Exectutive Director of the LA Prison Chapel Foundation; Olivia Pass, Council Chair of the OLLI Feliciana Chapter; Cathy Fontenot, Assistant Warden at Angola; Georgia LaCour, Coffee Chair LEFT: On March 22, Fred Mendenhall and Josette Lester graciously invited all OLLI member and guests to their home, Hearts Content, for a nature walk on their 15 acres of diverse landscape in West Feliciana Parish on highway 965 . During the walk many plants, trees and birds were identified. Lunch followed at the near-by Bluffs Country Club. Photo L to R (no front or back rows)- Sybil McDonald, Jo Shriver, Richard Glass, Mary Johnson, Al Troy, Cathy Troy, Con Thibadeaux, Charlie Antrobus, Fred Mendenhall, Mary Ann Antrobus, Darwin Knochenmus, Linda Knochenmus, Tom Kiehfuss, Margo Kiehfuss, Marian Gilbert, Jim Gilbert, Gail Acree, Not pictured Josette Lester and Barbara Glass.
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Mauldin, Gregory Osberne ‘Greg’ Greg Mauldin died on Thursday, March 28, 2013 at his home in Zachary. He was 66 years old and a native of San Antonio, TX. He was retired from the EBRP School Board with 20 years of service. Visitation will be on Saturday April 6, 2013 at Charlet Funeral Home, Inc. in Zachary from 9:30 a.m. until Memorial service at 10:30 a.m., conducted by Dr. Reggie Bridges. He is survived by his wife of 25 years; Sheryl Mauldin, four daughters and two sons-in-law; Andrea A. Mauldin of Zachary, Melanie L. Free and husband Chip of Bossier City, Nykki M. Watts and husband Stan of Zachary, and Antonia D. Mauldin of Zachary, 2 sons; Gregory O “Chet” Mauldin Jr. of Mandeville & Donald J.
Moore of Baton Rouge, a brother and sister-in-law; Roy Anderson and wife Barbara of Dallas, Tx., and three grandchildren; Joshua M. Mauldin, Bryant C. Free, and Emily M. Shelton. He was a graduate of Louisiana State University and he enjoyed music and sports. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105. Share sympathies, condolences and memories at www.charletfuneralhome.com.The family would like to say thank you to Megan, Kathleen, Karen and Ollie from Hospice in His Care. A graveside service was held on Monday, April 1, 2013 at Azalea Rest Cemetery in Zachary.
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A resident of Slaughter, he died April 16, 2013. He was 80 years old and was retired from Allied Plastics/Paxxon. He was a US Army veteran. Visiting will be at Charlet Funeral Home, Inc. in Zachary on Thursday, April 18, 2013 from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. and on Friday, April 19, 2013 at Zachary United Methodist Church from 10 a.m. until service at 11 a.m. conducted by Dr. Greg Davis. Burial will be in Azalea Rest Cemetery, Zachary. He is survived by his children, William Geoff Spangler and wife, Judy; Kathi Brumley; and Debbie Davenport and husband, Dale. Grace “GiGi” Perkins, lovingly known as his “friend girl”, Sister, Shirley D. Jolley and husband, Harold. 11 grandchildren, Brad Spangler, and wife, Jessica; Brandy Gardner and husband, Matthew; Jamie Folks and husband, Shawn, Lindsey Johnson;
Chris Johnson and wife, Carrington; Lauren Brumley, Joshua Brumley; Matthew Bates; Bailey Davenport, Elaina Davenport and Braden Davenport. Nine great grandchildren, Sophie, Hudson, Thomas, Kingston, Emily, Anna, Corbin, Jaxon and Presley. He is preceded in death by his wife, Peggy Wicker Spangler; parents, William and Thelma Spangler and a sister, Peggy Creighton. Pallbearers will be his grandsons. Honorary pallbearers will be his great grandsons. He was a member of Zachary United Methodist Church. He was inducted into the Danville High School Basketball Hall of Fame. Special thanks to Dr. Swayze Rigby, the CVT Surgical Center Staff and the staff at Baton Rouge General Bluebonnet for all of their care. Memorial donations made be made to Zachary United Methodist Church. Share sympathies, condolences and memories at www.CharletFuneralHome.com
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Sports
Zachary High School’s Peyton McCulloch shoots a 2 under par 70 to claim the overall winner at the 2013 Sulphur Invitational. The field was open to Louisiana high school golf teams or individual that wanted to prepare for the seasons 2013 regional and state upcoming tournaments. The tournament director thought it would be a good opportunity to see the competition from around the state, and that is exactly what it was. The field was stacked with 75 of the top golfers from Louisiana, including five members of the Zachary golf team. This was Peyton’s second under par win for 2013. He also shot a 2 under par in the Louisiana Amateur Qualifier on March 18th at the Woodlands Golf Club in Lafayette. He is currently being recruited for a Golf Scholarship by Nicholls State, Southeastern, and University of LouisianaLafayette.
Coach Terry Sullivan of Zachary, La. took his basketball team, Team Elite, to a third championship game. Team Elite came up with the victory over the undefeated Celtics, landing them a 3-peat championship record on March 17th 2013. Sullivan’s two sons are on the team he coaches. Their home branch is the A.C.Lewis YMCA. The championship game was played at the C.B.Pennington YMCA. Team Elite players are from the Zachary and Baton Rouge communities. The 3-time champs are as listed from ( l to r) Michael Avery, Donald Moore, Mason Bell(back) Terry Sullivan Jr., KeShawn Sullivan(back), Mieyoshi Poole, Kobe Anderson, Max PM Bess(back),Blake Watts StormDamageAd 4/3/13 3:15 Page 1 and coach Terry Sullivan. Congratulations to Team Elite from the Zachary Post.
CORRECTION: In the April 9 Summer Fun Issue, an incorrect phone number was published for the Paint N Punch Summer Camp. The correct phone number is listed below along with information on the camp. The POST regrets the error. Summer art camp will be held June 24-28 and July 22-26 from 9 a.m. to noon at Joie Petite Designs Gallery and Studio located at 4257 Church St., Suite 104. These five day camps are for children ages 6 and older and cost is $150 per child. To register call 225-570-8323.
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Dyslexia Program at Slaughter Elementary Supported by Masonic Lodges Statewide by
Frank Lemings
Slaughter Masonic Lodge 475 took its first steps in establishing a dyslexia program in Slaughter Elementary school in 2010. The first class, which began in May of 2011, will graduate in September of this year. Slaughter Lodge is a small Lodge of 26 members, so funding classes quickly became difficult. The Lodge had full funds for two classes and partial funds for a third class. With the help of Plains Lodge 135 in Zachary and Olive Lodge 52 in Clinton, classes three and four were soon fully funded as well. In March of this year, classes five and six were funded by generous donations from Phoenix Lodge 38 in Natchitoches, La. and the Silent Brothers Lodge 146 in Coushatta, La. The Slaughter Lodge considers the generosity and cooperation “a blessing” as these children will use what they have learned in these classes throughout their lifetime. The teachers were pleasantly surprised with the progress–students
First row ( l to r): Wesley Hayden, Michael Lillie, Malorie Dreher and Dominic Hall; (second row, l to r): teacher Mary Arnett, Mershaylah Hawkins, Cortney Harris, Colier Adams, teacher Mary Otwell and Ariel Irvin.
have shown improvements in their math and reading grades, an increase in their self-esteem and a decrease in discipline problems. The Slaughter Lodge 475
would like to thank all those who have taken part in promoting this program, especially the principal and teachers at Slaughter Elementary and the Fraternity Brothers
throughout the state. The Slaughter Lodge is presently preparing to start a new class at the Slaughter Community Charter School.
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Sunday, April 7 was a day of celebration, congratulations and camaraderie at Bishop Jackson Hall of Grace Episcopal Church in St. Francisville. The Military Order of the Purple Heart (MOPH) 177 and the Alexander Stirling Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution combined forces to present a Special Service Award to Mr. Walter Imahara. Pat Allmond, World War II veteran and a member of the MOPH, presented the award to Mr. Imahara for his donation of 75 crepe myrtle trees to the new Louisiana National Cemetery. As Allmond stated, “His thoughtfulness will live on through the trees planted as a result of his generosity.” Commander Tommy Jarreau and Pat Allmond, on behalf of the Redstick Chapter 177 MOPH, then presented a Special Recognition Award to Imahara for his lifelong contribution to the nation and for his service to veterans. Lauren Pourciau, Alexander Stirling Conservation committee member, then bestowed Imahara with the
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For thousands of years, the Chinese and other Eastern peoples have been using acupuncture to restore, promote and maintain good health. To the Chinese today, it is as much the norm to see an acupuncturist or doctor of traditional Chinese medicine as it is for us to visit our own physicians. For most Westerners, however, considering acupuncture for the first time raises many questions. Join Ashley Johnson, Licensed Acupuncturist, for an “Introduction to Acupuncture” on Thursday, April 25, at 6 p.m., in the Staff Development Classroom at Lane Regional Medical Center in Zachary. A native of Zachary, Johnson attended the Texas College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Austin where she received her Masters Degree in Oriental Medicine. She is board certified by the National Acupuncture Licensure Board, National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, and in the state of Louisiana. Johnson founded Bon Point Acupuncture and Herbs in 2010. Advance reservations are required and seating is limited. Call (225) 654LANE (5263) to reserve your seat or for more information.
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Classifieds Classifieds Summer is Almost Here; Call and Sign Up Now; Swimming Lessons $65 Per Session; By Nancy Robertson 225-719-0995 or 225-683-5553 Looking for a fun and rewarding job? Personal Care Attendant needed for an individual with a Developmental Disability in the Zachary area. Call 225-216-1199 for more information or apply in person at St. John the Baptist Human Services 622 Shadows Lane Suite A Baton Rouge, LA 70806. Drivers: Busy Chemical & LPG Operation Needs Company Drivers!Good Pay and Benefits CDL w/X End. and 1 Year T/T Exp. MARTIN TRANSPORT 1-888-5674973. Drivers: Exp. Tanker. Great Pay! Regional/Linehaul. *No Layoffs* Full Benefits. CDL-A w/H&T, Dbls. Good MVR. Apply: www.drive4sbi. com 800-457-1459 FOR SALE: Emerson 19” Box TVexcellent condition. Call Betty @ 225-978-4276 or 570-2781 for more information. DRIVERS Quality Carriers O/O’s Needed Immediately. Great Pay, Excellent Home Time, Benefits Available. Tank Exp. Required, L/P Available in Some Locations. Contact Athena: 888-432-6441 www. Work4QC.com Parts Counter Sales Person Needed - Position opened at M & L Industries, Baton Rouge - Parts Sales experience required, AG experience preferred but not necessary. Please fax Resume to 225-355-7497 or email to sadams@mlind.net Hair Stylists needed! Fantastic Sams is hiring! Call jimmy at 235-2471Or email jimmymobley46@gmail.com for more information on a becoming part of the Zachary & Central team. Drivers: Want a Professional Career? Haul Flatbed/OD Loads for Trinity Logistics Group! Earn $.41.51cpm! CDL-A w/2yrs Exp. EEO/ AA Call: 800-533-7862 or www. trinitytrucking.com FOR SALE! Jack Russell puppies tri color short hair short legs MALES ONLY s/w 9 weeks 75.00 Laura 225324-0835 2004 Honda Civic EX, sunroof, Save! Save! Save! ON TIME MOTORS Call 225-775-0477. 2000 Mustang GT, Superfast with leather – won’t last! $7750. ON TIME MOTORS Call 225-775-0477. 2003 VW Beetle Convertible, fully custom car! Great for Spring. ON
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12 Zachary POST Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Calendar of Events Zachary Artists’ Guild Meeting April 23, 6 p.m. Join local artists at the Zachary Chamber of Commerce located at 4633 Main St. for their monthly meeting. The enrichment activity will be on using the web to market your art work. Members of the public are invited to attend. For more information call Margaret Harmon at 225-788-5999. Bains Can Day April 24, 7:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Starting at 7:30 a.m. community members, parents and anyone interested can drop off aluminum cans for recycling at the front entrance of Bains Elementary to help raise funds for field trips for students. Anyone dropping off cans can mention a student/teacher name and credit for the cans will go to those individuals as the class with most cans donated receives a reward party. The school is located at 9792 Bains Rd. in St. Francisville. ART-ini Fundraiser April 25, 5-9 p.m. Join the Arthritis Association of Louisiana in a night of food and fun. Local restaurants will be competing for the best martini of the evening! Each restaurant will create their own unique twist on a specialty martini to help raise support for Arthritis Awareness. Whichever martini collects the most donations will be crowned the People’s Choice winner. Live music by The Tricky Dickies, Silent and Live auctions, heavy hors d’oeuvres will be served. Attire is casual to cocktail.
Tickets are $30/person; $50/couple. For more information, visit www. aaola.org. Step Into Summer Market & Craft Show | April 27, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Join local crafters as they offer some great products and gifts all made locally for you to purchase in addition to meeting meet some fantastic consultants carrying your favorite products. More than 20 vendors, food and fun! Market will be held at 9175 Munson Dr., Zachary. Free admission and some of the products include: hand-stamped jewelry, tutu’s, woodwork, children’s clothing, hair bows, custom stationary, photography, sweets, crosses, birdhouses, hairbands, Mary Kay products and much more! For more information, visit them on Facebook or call 225-931-5810. Pet Adoption Day April 27, 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. The Zachary Branch Library, 1900 Church St., will host a Pet Adoption Day featuring dogs from the pet shelter at Dixon Correctional Institute. The event will be in front to off the library in the center of the parking lot grassy area. For more information, call 225-658-1840. Lane Regional “Ask the Doctor” May 2; Noon – 1 p.m. For many, diet and exercise can be difficult because of joint pain, digestive problems, and other chronic medical issues. Dr. Thomas Kang of Lane Surgery Group will discuss “How to Lose Weight: A Surgeon’s
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payment deadline is April 29, 2013. Rockin’ on the Creek May 3, 6-11 p.m. Get ready for a good time, for a good cause with a beautiful view. Rockin’ on the Creek, a benefit for child literacy put on by the WF Women’s Service League, will kick off with music at 6 p.m. at the Bluffs on Thompson Creek. Tickets are $25 per person or tables of 8 for $200. Bands include, Souled Out, the WFHS Jazz Ensemble and a Country Gospel Group. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.womensserviceleague.com. Joie Petite Designs Gallery and Studio Grand Opening Celebration May 3, 5-9 p.m. Come out and enjoy live music, hors d’oeurvres and beverages, as well as new original artwork with the area’s only art gallery and studio with Joie Petite Gallery and Studio. Local artists include Courtney Yoes, Jenny Mills, Lisa Pope, Margaret Harmon, Joy Petty, Arlyn Munson, DISHology LLC and Sharon Furrate. Gallery is located at 4257 Church St., Suite 104. For more information, call 225-5708323. Denim Darling St. Jude Pageant May 4, 10 a.m. The pageant will take place at Galilee Baptist Church located on Hwy. 61 (Deerford Rd.) All proceeds benefit St. Jude and more details can be found on the Facebook page, Tiny’s Denim Darling St. Jude Pageant. For more information, email dbh10@msn.com.