central city news 12-22-11

Neighbors Opens New Central Branch

Courage Under Fire

Thursday, December 22, 2011 • Vol. 14, No. 34 • 16 Pages • Circulation 11,000 • centralcitynews.us • Published Every Thursday

& The Leader

General ExcellenceLouisiana Press AssociationNational Newspaper Assn.

®

General ExcellenceLouisiana Press AssociationNational Newspaper Assn.

NEWSNEWSCENTRAL CITYCENTRAL CITY

HONEY LOOKS UP AT SANTA — The hero-ine of this Central Christmas Dog Tale is Honey (cen-ter), who captured her master’s affection and loyalty. Shown (left to right) are Brian Vecel-lio, Santa Claus, and son Logan. The canines are Tucker, Rusty, Hon-ey, Max, and Ginger.

2012 Central Community Directory & Yellow Pages

Will be distributed Jan. 26, 2012Advertising deadline extended to Thursday, Jan. 5, 2012 For details, see ad on 4®

Published by the Central City NewsPublished by the Central City News

Senior Zach Hetrick • Photo by Woody JenkinsSenior Zach Hetrick • Photo by Woody Jenkins

City of CentralYellow PagesCity of CentralYellow Pages

2012 2012

Cent

ral C

ommu

nity D

irecto

ry &

Yell

ow P

ages

Cent

ral C

ommu

nity D

irecto

ry &

Yell

ow P

ages ®

Dr. Tony LoBue:Central’s 2011Man of the Year‘I Don’t Want toTake Any Credit. Central Is AboutA Lot of PeoplePulling Together’

How My Best FriendSaved Our Family’sLives and Gave UsA Merry Christmas

CENTRAL — The Kringlewood Christmas Tree Farm, a landmark in Central for the past 35 years, is selling the last of its Christmas trees, and none has been planted for future years, according to owner Reggie Pulliam, who cited health as his primary reason for closing. The next few days may be the last time to purchase a Christmas tree actually grown in Central. The farm, located at 9110 Greenwell Springs-Port Hudson Road, is open from 1 to 5 p.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends. The remaining inven-tory of trees is 20 percent off. Pulliam, a native of the area and graduate of Pride High

See NEIGHBORS on Page 3

See MAN’S on Page 8See LAST on Page 12

Dr. Tony LoBue, 2011 Central Man of the Year

Phot

o by

Woo

dy Je

nkin

s

Phot

o by

Woo

dy Je

nkin

s

— Dr. Tony LoBue

Woody Jenkins Editor, Central City News

Set out each day believing in your dreams. Know without a doubt that you were made for amazing things. Josh HindsQuote on wall of Dr. LoBue’s office

A Central Christmas Dog Tale

Brian Vecellio Special to the Central City News

CENTRAL — If Central has a Tim Tebow, it is certainly Dr. Tony LoBue — a quiet, humble quarter-back who makes big things hap-pen while trying to make certain he gets none of the credit. A well-respected veterinarian and family man, leader of the busi-ness community, director of the an-nual prayer banquet, and dedicated City Councilman, Dr. Tony LoBue is Central’s 2011 Man of the Year.

CENTRAL — It will be a mighty happy Christmas around our house in Central this year, instead of the tragedy in could have been — thanks to my Honey! But I’m getting ahead of myself. I believe there’s always a rea-son for the things that happen and always a reason we meet who we meet. Another thing I believe is, “Dog is man’s best friend!” I have a true best friend in a dog named Honey! In November 2010, while my

CENTRAL — Neighbors Federal Credit Union held Grand Opening ceremonies Tuesday morning for its new $3 million branch office at the corner of Wax and Sullivan. President Kathi Gill said Neigh-

bors felt the investment was need-ed to serve the credit union’s more than 4,500 members in the Central area. Neighbors’ member base in Central has tripled since opening its first Central branch at 13336

Hooper Rd. in August 2001. At that time, it had 1,300 Central members. Neighbors, which began in 1954 as the Baton Rouge Teach-ers Federal Credit Union, is now

See DR. TONY on Page 4

Phot

o by

Woo

dy Je

nkin

s

2 CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, December 22, 2011

13567HooperRoad PostOfficeBox1 Central, LA 70818 Greenwell Springs, LA 70739

Phone(225)261-5055•FAX261-5022Email stories and photos to [email protected] 2nd and 4th Thursdays, January through July

Weekly from 2nd Thursday of August through 4th Thursday of December.The Leader was founded April 30, 1998, and the Central CityNews was founded April 21, 2005. They merged May 4, 2006.

The Central City News also publishes the Central Community Directory & Yellow Pages and numerous special editions throughout the year.

Editor & Publisher Woody Jenkins Business Manager Candi Lee Graphic Artist Terrie Palmer Business Specialists Shara Pollard, Jolice Provost

Member, Louisiana Press Association, and National Newspaper AssociationDeadline for news and advertising: 5 p.m. Mondays

$40ayearbysubscriptioninadvance•$50ayearoutsideEastBatonRouge

CENTRAL CITY NEWS®and The Leader • Vol. 14, No. 34 No. 309

Phot

o by

Woo

dy Je

nkin

s

Thank YouThank you to the Central Community for

helping our family during our mostdifficult times this past year!

Love,Allison, Aaulora, Jason & Noah Kesner

Country Living in the CitySANTA APPEARED AT SONIC DRIVE INN ON HOOPER Saturday morning but these kids were too scared to get out and go sit in Santa’s lap. So their grandmother con-vinced Santa to pay them a curbside visit. When he did, they were in awe!

Why Do We Celebrate Christmas? CENTRAL — Christianity is under attack in our society. So it’s only natural that the biggest Christian holiday — Christmas — would also be under attack. I think I’m correct in saying that nowhere in the Bible are Christians directed to celebrate Jesus’ birth,

Woody Jenkins Editor, Central City News

Woody Jenkins

nor is it even sug-gested. So why do we do it? And why are we so defen-sive when people attack Christmas? I think we love Christmas so much because it

want to eliminate the words “Mer-ry Christmas,” they will never suc-ceed. Even in the deepest, darkest prison or the worst totalitarian state, there always be someone who whispers to another, “Merry Christmas!” And the one hearing these words will be filled with hap-piness for all those words convey. You can no more ban “Merry Christmas” from the face of the earth than you can ban love or for-giveness or happiness! It will not go away.

HHH NEW SHERIFF’S SUBSTA-TION. Sheriff Sid Gautreaux should be commended for the new Pride-Chaneyville substa-tion. Thanks to the donation of the building by Exxon and some smart decisions by the Sheriff, the sub-station has been built for a fraction of normal cost. In addition, the Sheriff did it all with funds he had available and without going to the Metro Council asking for an ap-propriation.

epitomizes the Christian faith. It is man’s reaction to the great-est story ever told. The natural reaction to that story is great happiness. The birth, life, death, and resurrection of Jesus is a happy story, because it gives man hope for the future. It also gives him forgiveness for his sins. And it provides a clear and objective path to life everlasting. With such a faith, why wouldn’t we be happy and want to celebrate in a very big way? Why wouldn’t we want to see our friends and relatives, embrace them, spend time with them, and give gifts. Why would we sit by glumly when Jesus’ birth comes around? This is a time to celebrate healing, forgiveness, and a wonderful fu-ture — not only for ourselves but for our loved ones and anyone who believes and desires to give him-self to our Lord and Savior. If the opponents of Christmas

Central City News’ 2012 Publication ScheduleJanuary 2012 - July 2012 - 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month

Deadline: 5 p.m. Thursday seven days before publication

August 2012 - December 2012 - Every Thursdayfrom August 9, 2012 through December 20, 2012

Deadline: 5 p.m. Friday the week before publication

Thursday, Jan. 12 Health and Fitness GuideThursday, Jan. 26 Central Community DirectoryThursday, Feb. 9 Everything for WomenThursday, Feb. 23 Business AwardsThursday, March 8 Hard Hat EditionThursday, March 22 Cookin’ in CentralThursday, April 12 Health and Fitness GuideThursday, April 26 Festival of Two RiversThursday, May 10 Graduation Edition

Thursday, May 23 Vacation DestinationsThursday, June 14 Outdoor Guide for MenThursday, June 28 Central Home EditionThursday, July 12 Health and Fitness GuideThursday, Aug. 9 Back-to-School EditionThursday, Sept. 6 Central Football PreviewThursday, Oct. 4 Health & Fitness GuideThursday, Nov. 22 Christmas Gift GuideThursday, Nov. 29 Central Christmas Parade

This state-of-the-art facility is not only good for crime prevention and control, it is also a great deal for the taxpayers of our parish. For Central residents, it is im-portant because the new substation will relieve some of the burden on the Central substation. It effective-ly cuts the geographic area served by the Central substation in half and allows the deputies based here to focus primarily on Central.

HHH PUBLICATIONSCHEDULE. As announced last week, the Cen-tral City News will continue its 2011 publication schedule into 2012. This means we will be pub-lished on the 2nd and 4th Thurs-day of the month from January to July, and we will resume weekly publication on the 2nd Thursday of August. This schedule is done be-cause the flow of news and adver-tising is much less from January to July and much greater from August to December. HOW TO KEEP UPWHENWE DON’T PUBLISH. Even

Join Central City News on

Get Latest News Updates

when the Central City News does not publish, we continue to post news on Facebook.com. Just go to Facebook and search for Central City News. You’ll get a lot of in-formation. You can also keep up with national news with our Face-book page called Liberty Today. We also have a new page, Capital Republican, which will help you keep up with Republican and con-servative activities in the Baton Rouge area. That will be very im-portant in this election year.

HHH DEADLINE FOR LOOPCOMMENTS. The Capital Area Expressway Authority, Mayor-President Kip Holden’s brainchild for building the so-called Baton Rouge Loop, will receive com-ments on the Loop until Jan. 9, 2012. Then it will submit those comments to the Federal Highway Administration. If the FHWA ap-proves the Loop, we’ll have a very difficult time stopping it. If you would like to comment, please send your comment to the Loop commission with a copy to the Central City News by Jan. 5, in order to give us time to process the comments, bind them, and get them to the Loop commission, the FHWA, and the Central City Coun-cil before the deadline. A form with addresses is on Page 7.

HHH CENTRAL CITY COUNCILVOTE. The Central City Council will vote on a resolution opposing the Baton Rouge Loop by Council-man Wayne Messina at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 10 at Kristenwood. If you feel strongly on this issue, you should attend and speak. The Council failed to get three votes for the resolution last month. Sup-porters will be out in force and may prevail if opponents don’t show up and speak. If you would like to speak, fill out a card at the begin-ning of the meeting and turn it in up front. Heartfelt personal com-ments by members of the public are usually appreciated by the City Council. MERRY CHRISTMAS!

CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, December 22, 2011 3

Kevin A. Rogers, O.D.Baron J. Williamson, M.D.

18522 Magnolia Bridge Road • Suite 101

Laser Vision Correction Eye Diseases & InfectionsDiabetic Eye Exams Cataracts & GlaucomaEye Injuries Contact Lenses & SunglassesChildren’s Eye Exams www.rogersregionaleyecenter.com

the largest Federal credit union in Louisiana and the sixth largest fi-nancial institution in East Baton Rouge Parish. It has $550 million in assets. Tuesday’s Grand Opening drew a large crowd to the new facil-ity. Neighbors’ officials on hand included Chief Operating Officer Steve Webb, Chief Administra-tive Officer and Branch Manager Trisha Prilleux. A Neighbors’ official who is well known in Central is Graydon Walker, who was one of the origi-nal founders of the credit union in 1954 and who has served on the

Neighbors,NowState’sLargestCreditUnion,OpensNewCentralBranch,atWax&Sullivan

New $3 Million Facility Will Serve 4,500 Members in Central

Continued from Page 1

Board of Direc-tors for 54 years. In an interview afterwards, Mr. Walker recalled teachers putting up $5.25 each to help start the credit union. “We kept the money in a shoebox!” he laughed. Another Cen-tral native, Jason Knapp, is a fi-

nancial planner for members. The branch will be open until 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursday. Neighbors offers full services to members of other credit unions, and they can use the branch at any time. Virtually anyone who resides in the Baton Rouge area is eligible for membership for a nominal fee. Graydon Walker says the credit union started with a simple motto: “Not for profit but for service” And that’s still true today, he said. — By Woody Jenkins, Editor

Kathi Gill Steve Webb TrishaPrilleux Graydon Walker

STAFFATNEIGHBORS— Shown are Tracy Hood, Dominicia Powell, Clifford Harris, Angela Neames, branch manager Trisha Pril-leux, Nicole Snowden, assistant branch manager Roslyn Hawkins, Courtney Valentine, Krissi Hastings and Jennifer Lindsay.


Dr. Tony LoBue: Central’s Man of Year

Central’s Man or Woman of the Year Recipients CENTRAL — The Central City News began the tradition of nam-ing a Man or Woman of the Year in 2005. Since that time, nine in-dividuals have been honored. The selection is made by the staff of the Central City News. The past winners are: 2005 — Russell Starns. His vision and hard work led to the incorporation of the City of Central. 2006 — Rep. Bodi White He authored the Constitutional amendment creating the Central Community School System 2007—Supt.MikeFaulk With a strong vision and the support of the Central community but no money, he successfully launched the Central school sys-tem with over 300 employees. 2008 — Mayor Mac Watts He served as the city’s first mayor and made Central the first city in Louisiana history to be completely privatized. Louis DeJohn — Organized the people of Central to aid the less fortunate through Cookin’ in Central. 2009 — Sharon Browning As school board president, she succeeded in getting voter ap-proval for $55 million Central School Complex. 2010 — Will Easley Starting with nothing, he cre-ated Trade Construction, a model business, and was instrumental in starting Central school system. Pro-Tem Ralph Washington A role model for integrity, he has been a pillar of reason and un-selfishness in city government.

(Left to right) 2010 winner Ralph Washington with wife Caroline; 2008 winner Mayor Mac Watts, and 2011winner Dr. Tony LoBue

(Left to right) 2010 winner Will Easley; 2009 winner school board president Sharon Browning; and 2007 winner Supt. Mike Faulk

(Left to right) 2006 winner Rep. Bodi White; 2008 winner Louis DeJohn, and 2005 winner Russell Starns

Shortly after moving his veterinary practice to Central in 2003, Dr. LoBue got active in the Central Area Busi-ness Association. Soon afterwards, he was drafted to be president. Over the next two years, he helped reorganize CABA and converted it to the City of Central Chamber of Commerce. With Tony at the helm, the Cham-ber became a more vital and active institution in the Central community. About that same time, Central Fire Chief Bill Porche, who had organized Central’s annual Prayer Banquet for many years, passed on the responsi-bility to Tony and his wife Judy. Un-der their leadership, the prayer ban-quet grew larger and larger, involving nearly 1,000 students from Central area schools every August. Adult leaders of the prayer banquet vowed never to use their names in publicity about the Prayer Banquet. So most people in Central never knew how

much time and effort the LoBues were devoting to organizing the effort. Central’s Prayer Banquet has un-doubtedly had a major effect on the Central community. It helps young people start the school year off with the right attitude and keep their Christian walk uppermost in mind. In early 2010, Dr. Tony LoBue decided to run for the Central City Council. Nine candidates were on the ballot for five at-large seats. A spirited campaign ensued, and all nine candidates were very competi-tive. Yet, when the votes were count-ed, Tony LoBue won 71 percent of the vote. He was supported in all parts of the city by every faction. Four years before, Ralph Wash-ington was the top vote-getter and was subsequently chosen by the five-member City Council to be Mayor Pro-Tem. But when it was suggested that Tony LoBue should be named Mayor Pro-Tem after this 71 percent

showing, Dr. LoBue just laughed it off and said that Ralph Washington had done a good job and he would be supporting Ralph’s reelection.

HHH Tony LoBue’s favorite quote is, “People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care!” and also, “Where there’s a will, there’s a way!” Despite his mild manner, Dr. Tony LoBue is a man with an iron will. He epitomizes the principles in the book, Man of Steel and Vel-vet by Aubrey Andelin. The book holds that a Christian man must be kind and loving, epitomized by the velvet touch. Yet, at the same time, he must use the iron fist if necessary to protect his country, home, family, and the principles essential to a free society. Insight into the character of Tony LoBue comes from his mentor, Dr. John Rust of Shreveport of Summer

Grove Animal Hospital, who was named Louisiana’s Veterinarian of the Year. “I first met Tony when he was a boy in grade school. I was a veteri-narian in Shreveport and went to his school to talk to the students about my work. Tony was excited and told me he wanted to be a vet. We never lost contact after that and by the time he was 15, he was working in my of-fice, taking care of the kennels part-time. Unlike most young people, he was very serious and kept his mind on his business.” “He was very responsible and also very sensitive. One day we weren’t very busy and I sent him home. He got very upset and down in the dumps. He didn’t want to leave. He went on to Louisiana Tech and studied Ani-mal Husbandry. After graduation, he applied to go to the LSU Veterinary School, and I wrote a letter for him.” “After completing vet school,

Continued from Page 1(Left to right) Tony LoBue in the 4-H Club, playing football, and him with Kathie Nuza and Sully the cat.


StandsUpforGod,Family,Community

Tony started a practice in Hallsville, Texas, where he lived for 17 years and was very successful. Just the other day, I met a man from Halls-ville who is the superintendent of schools, and he asked about Tony. He told me how well respected Tony was over there. Among other things, he served as President of the Cham-ber of Commerce.” “When Tony introduced me to Judy, I was so impressed. I told him he would be crazy if he didn’t marry her! And he did! She’s a wonderful person, just as he is. They are quite a combination!” “I’ll be 85 in January and I’m still practicing. For years, Tony has re-ferred to me as his mentor but the truth is the roles have reversed. I’ve been out of school for 53 years. To-day Tony is my mentor. He teaches me so many things. He’s been such a blessing to my life. You know, ev-eryone you meet is somewhere be-tween toxic and nourishing. When someone is toxic, stay away from them. When they are nourishing, get as close as you can to them. That’s why I’m sorry Tony is so far away. I wish I could see him everyday!’

HHH Just as Tim Tebow needs a whole team to be successful, Dr. Tony LoBue says we all need a team. LoBue says everything great in his

life has come as a gift from God, and everything good he’s been able to do is a result of the wonderful people God has put in his path. At the top of his list is his mother and father and then Dr. John Rust, but there is also a lady outside his family who is very special — Miss Clara Kessler, now 101. “When I arrived in Hallsville, Miss Clara took me under her wing, even watering the flowers in front of my office,” he said. A scrapbook she prepared in the 1980’s recounts Tony’s many accomplishments in Hallsville and Miss Clara was there helping him throughout. “I love her so much,” he said. “She means ev-erything to me.”

HHH After Central’s municipal elec-tion in the spring of 2010, the newly-elected City Council went through a difficult period. The Council was dissatisfied with the City Attorney, and Councilman LoBue objected to her reappointment. Shortly thereaf-ter, the City Attorney refused to pro-duce copies of her bills to the City as a result of Public Records requests. Councilman LoBue strongly support-ed a resolution directing her to pro-duce the requested Public Records.

By then, supporters of the Mayor began a campaign against Council-man LoBue. He was invited by some to resign from the Council and “get out of town.” Some threatened to boycott his veterinary practice. It was a difficult time for a Chris-tian whose motives appeared pure and in the public interest. Despite it all, Dr. LoBue main-tained his gentlemanly demeanor and refused to hit back at his opposition — much as Tim Tebow refuses to criticize his detractors. Not much later, Councilman LoBue and a majority of the Coun-cil made it clear they wanted to con-sider a replacement for CH2MHILL, the $6 billion company that had the privatization contract for the City of Central. Many people thought their efforts would be in vain. But, ultimately, the Mayor’s committee recommended another private firm, and the City of Central is now saving $500,000 a year as a result. Then the Mayor appointed Coun-cilman LoBue to chair the Mayor’s Committee on Legal Services. When Chairman LoBue distributed copies of the City Attorney’s legal bills to committee members, the Mayor an-grily demanded that LoBue resign.

The Councilman said the bills were public records, and that com-mittee members charged with recom-mending how legal services should be provided should be able to review the hundreds of thousands of dollars spent by the city on legal services. LoBue refused to resign and the Mayor refused to allow the commit-tee to continue meeting. For the shy and humble veterinar-ian, controversy is something very unpleasant. But he knows that he has to be willing to take a stand on important principles, whether he is in elective office, running a business, or being a husband and father. Dr. LoBue and his wife Judy have five children and a blended family. Tony and Judy have separate busi-nesses in the same building. His veterinary practice, Crossroads Ani-mal, is located at 13933 Greenwell Springs Rd. Judy’s Heavenly Hair & Skin is at the same address. “It’s a dream for Judy and me to be able to be in business right next door to each other,” he said. Judy LoBue is Tony’s biggest supporter. Tony said, “I believe life is all about determining God’s direction for your life and about passing on your blessings to others, so that they can carry on.” He passes the blessings along in so many ways. Every day, he works to pay back those who have given so much to him. Not long ago, he had the chance to pay back Dr. John Rust for his years of mentorship. Tony said, “A young teacher named April Fitzgerald came to see me. She said she wanted to become a veterinarian and asked if she could come to work with me and learn more. I told her if she would work two years with me, I would teach her everything I know. She did that and then went to vet school. It was very gratifying when she gradu-ated from LSU Vet School at the top of her class! She is now Dr. April Fitzgerald and is practicing in Ten-nessee.” Dr. LoBue has been very busy for many years passing out his blessings in Central, and now he is Central’s 2011 Man of the Year.

(Left to right) With the Dean family at 2011 Cookin’ in Central; wife Judy at the 2010 Mardi Gras Ball; and with wife and daughter at a Republican Women of Central event.

RoxanneAtkinsonandJudyandTonyLoBueattheCentralCityNewsBusinessAwards

(Left to right) Tony LoBue qualifying for the 2010 Council election; Tony and Judy on the campaign trail; and Tony with fellow councilman Wayne Messina

Tony at Ms. Clara’s 100th Birthday

SOMEOFTHEOUTSTANDING

CHRISTMAS LIGHTDISPLAYS IN

CENTRALMurray L. Aaron

10732 Downey Dr.

Eddie and Carla Baker10641 Norway Pine Dr.

James and Jean Ball19028 Magnolia Bend Rd.

Jimmy and Nicole Boyle11306 McCullough Rd.

James Hohensee12625 Sullivan Rd.

Wayne and Diane Leader12414 Hooper Rd.

Lorraine Mayeux13134 Dorset Ave.

The McClure’s13823 Tech Dr.

The Pourciau’s14905 Lockridge Ave.

Pride

Jason and Christen Teed9201 Magnolia Crossing Dr.

Photos by Woody Jenkins


Life,HeWillGiveUnconditionalLove

Central Christmas Lights: Dazzling

Home of James Hohensee, 12625 Sullivan Rd., offers an outstanding computer-animated display.

Home of The McClure’s at 13823 Tech Dr. is a spectacular audio-video display that is very entertaining. Tune to 106.9 FM.

CENTRAL CITY NEWS December 22, 2011 7

Life,HeWillGiveUnconditionalLove

Timeless Treasures Await Last-MinuteChristmas Shopper at Atkinson’s Store Woody Jenkins Editor, Central City News

Record Your Opinion on Proposed BR Loop

To: CapitalAreaExpresswayAuthority•9100Bluebonnet Centre Blvd., Suite 301, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70809Pleasemail,fax,oremailacopyto:CentralCityNews•13567HooperRoad,BatonRouge,LA70818•Fax225-261-5022Email: [email protected] CCN will file a copy with the Loop, the Federal Highway Administration, and the Central City Council

The undersigned (circle) FAVOR/OPPOSE the proposed BR Loop:

Name ______________________________________________Address _____________________________________________Phone _____________ Email ____________________________Comments ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________



Name ______________________________________________Address _____________________________________________Phone _____________ Email ____________________________Comments _______________________________________________________________________________________________

[ ] I am attaching a letter with my comments.

Comments Must ARRIVE by Jan. 5, 2012

FoundLost&No charge for listing one week. Call 261-5055.

LOST — Black camera at Central Christmas Parade. If found call 225-933-9933.

GREENWELL SPRINGS ROAD — Every-day, tens of thousands of cars rush up and down Greenwell Springs Road. At this time of the year, many are on their way to shop for Christmas gifts at the big malls or chain stores. Ironically, they are hurriedly pass-ing by one of the best places to shop in the Baton Rouge area — Atkin-son’s General Store, a fascinating antique store where the discerning and budget-conscious shopper can find timeless treasures that the malls can never match. The store itself is much like it was when Russell “Little Joe” Atkinson and his wife Georgia Wells Atkinson had it from the 1950’s to the 1980’s. Today the paint is peeling on the out-side, but don’t let that fool you. Inside, you will find antiques, jewelry, crystal, furniture, paintings, records, and vintage sporting goods including fishing gear. There are hundreds of rare and un-usual items from a spinning wheel to pie cases to Louisiana memorabilia of every type. The antique store includes 13 ven-dors, and every vendor sells items from A to Z. Some of the vendors do a big business on eBay. So there is a turnover of merchandise and new things are always coming in. If you are fortunate, you’ll stop by when Mrs. Jeane Atkinson is on duty. She’ll tell you that she’s from New Jersey and not one of

the “real” Atkinsons. “My husband came down here from New Jersey in 1956 to work construction. We were looking for a place to rent in Den-ham Springs and took the ‘back way’ on Greenwell Springs Road, which wasn’t very busy in those days. My kids saw the store and said, ‘Look, daddy, there’s our store!’ We were Atkinsons too! So we fell in love with the place.” Today, Jeane Atkinson is a volun-teer who, like others who work at the

store, don’t accept pay. “We love it and want to keep it going,” she said. Little Joe and Georgia passed away years ago, as have their four children — Billie Creel, Edgar At-kinson, Nina Henderson, and Russell, Jr., who was killed in World War II. When the store was about to be demolished years ago, local realtor Steve Myers came to rescue and pur-chased the property. “It needed to be saved,” he said. “It is a classic! As long as we can pay the bills, we’ll

keep it open.” Steve is brother-in-law to Judy Myers, the granddaughter of Little Joe and Georgia Atkinson. The Atkinson General Store, 8868 Greenwell Springs Rd., phone 924-1941, will be open Thursday, Friday (10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.), and Saturday (10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.) between now and Christmas. By the way, there’s no website and no email. Every sale is written up on a sales pad and rung up on the old cash register — just like it always was!

Council to Vote on Loop Jan. 10,Public Comment Due by Jan. 5

ATKINSON’S GENERAL STORE, an antique and gift shop at 8868 Greenwell Springs Rd., has loads of great Christmas gifts.

JEANE ATKINSON, who volunteers her time, will show you around the antique store and guide you to interesting gifts offered by the 13 vendors at Atkinson’s General Store.

CENTRAL — The battle over the Ba-ton Rouge Loop is nearing a crucial period. Jan. 9, 2012, will be the last day to file public comments with the Federal Highway Administration for and against the proposed Loop. The Central City News is gather-ing comments by Central citizens and must receive those by Jan. 5, 2012, in order to place them in a binder and file them with the Capital Area Express-way Authority, the Federal Highway

Administration, and the Central City Council. Readers may use the form at the right to express their views. The Central City News recommends sending your comments to the Capi-tal Area Expressway Authority with a copy of the Central City News. Central City Council to Vote. The Central City Council will con-sider a resolution stating a position against the Loop at 6 p.m. on Tues-day, Jan. 10 at Kristenwood. The Council will need three votes in or-der to pass the resolution, which is not subject to Mayoral veto. Citizens may express their opinion by attending the meeting and filling out a comment card. Council mem-bers are Louis DeJohn, Tony LoBue, Wayne Messina, Aaron Moak, and Ralph Washington.

Phot

o by

Woo

dy Je

nkin

s


Sign up today for BREC’s Holiday Camp. Campers participate in holiday themed activities during the Winter school break. For more information, contact Lovett Road Park at 225-261-0126 or visit brec.org.

BREC’S WINTERHOLIDAY CAMPDate: December 19 - January 4Where: Lovett Road Park 13600 Lovett RoadFee: $94Ages: 6-12

Man’sBestFriendGivesUsUnconditionalLove,Affection365DaysaYear

The Best Price In Roofing &Sheet Metal Services

Blanco’s Roofing& Sheet Metal LLC

Serving Central and theSurrounding Area Since 1990

Our Top Priority Is YourComplete SatisfactionCOMMERCIAL &

RESIDENTIAL

262-1980Fax 262-1981

13653 Devall Rd.Central, LA 70818

[email protected]

girlfriend and I made a stop a Pet-Co, they were having their usual Pet Adoption Day. Right there in plain view was Honey! Now, let me say that I al-ready had four dogs and four cats — so the last thing I needed was another furry friend! Honey is the color of honey. She has amazing eyes, and eyes are my weakness! I went home and thought about her all weekend. I decided I had to see her again. Locating her was a problem since she wasn’t brought there by the Animal Control center. In fact, PetCo did not know which agency she was with. It took about four days to figure out that she was with Swampy Paws. I was so anxious to see Honey again. As soon as I saw her, I felt the magic return. This was my girl, and I decided to take her home for

the weekend to see how she would do with the other four dogs. Well, she felt right at home and has been with us ever since. This sweet girl is so happy, and she is a blessing to my life. Now let us get to the “hero” part of this story. On Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, my son was home for the weekend and went to bed with Rusty and Max. So the other three dogs came to stay in my room. I generally never run appliances when I am going to bed or if I am leaving the house. But this night I was behind on my household re-sponsibilities and decided to start a load of towels. I went to bed and was watching some TV with Gin-ger, Tucker, and of course Honey. The bedroom door was closed. All of a sudden, Honey got up and started pacing my room back and forth with her nose straight up

Continued from Page 1

Santa and “Murphy” Braud

Santa and Michelle PourciauSanta, the Glass family, and “Sasha”

Nathan,Jackie,Donnie,Nick,NatalieMilazzo,and“Pixie”

Santa,BonnieandJerrolynBrees,and“Firefly”


Man’sBestFriendGivesUsUnconditionalLove,Affection365DaysaYear

Fontana AirTis the season for wishes...

Fontana Airwishes everyone a

Merry Christmas, and a special thank you to our wonderful customers

Servicing Baker, Zachary and Central Area with over 40 years experience.

225-775-0668 24 hours a day 7 days a week

in the air. The other dogs just laid there, as if everything was okay. But I knew something was wrong as this was not her normal behavior at bed time. She looked like a pointer, but with her nose in a vertical position. Sometimes, when there’s a fire, a minute or two can make the dif-ference between something mi-nor and losing your entire house. Sometimes a few seconds can be the difference between life and death!

I hadn’t noticed anything wrong, except for Honey’s behavior. But her persistence forced me to get up out of bed and open the door. Instantly, I knew something was burning. I walked to the laundry room on the other side of the house. The washer had begun an electrical fire. Fortunately, Honey had alert-

ed me soon enough that I was able to simply unplug the cord and stop the fire. I called the fire depart-ment. They came and confirmed that the washer transmission was locked up and was burning. Without Honey’s warning, it certainly could have set the house on fire. We can only imagine what could have happened. So, as you can see, there is al-ways a reason why we meet who we meet. I am glad I did not listen to my brain saying you have four dogs and four cats. Instead I listened to my heart! My sweet, sweet, Honey. Yours truly, Brian VecellioP.S. Yes, Honey got a porterhouse steak that night!

Santa,BonnieandJerrolynBrees,and“Firefly”

Santa,KarsonFontana,and“Poncho”

Santa, Josh and Meagan Richard, “Ruger”, and “Remington”

Santa, Charlie and Brea Wooford,“Huey,” “Lil Girl,” and “Petunia”

AnnMarieFugarino,and“Marie”

Santa ClausPhotos by Jolice Provost

Let us help you create and maintaina beautiful smile for a lifetime ...

Dr. Stephen J. WeilbacherFamilyDentistry

2321DrusillaLane,Ste.A•928-3384Cosmetic • Preventative • Restorative

Kids Welcome!SERVICES OFFERED

Lumineers • General Dentistry • Teeth Whitening • Full & Partial Dentures


25th Annual Central Christmas Parade

25th Christmas ParadePhotos by Jolice Provost

Joor Road Veterinary Hospitalwould like to say job well done to the

Central soccer players and families for supporting

“Kick For the Cure” in memoryof Willene Guilbeau, Coach Melton’s

mother-in-law.Joor Road Veterinary Hospital10433 Joor Road • 262-8385


Merry Christmas from Central City News

Register To WinOne of six giftsets valued from

$15-$50.Register online at

EntourageAveda.comDrawing will beheld Dec. 31st.

261.6790 • www.EntourageAveda.comGift Certificates Available

Entourage wishes you a safe and happy holiday season


Join Central City News on

Get Latest News Updates

CENTRAL — Events coming up in and around Central:

January 5, 12, 19, and 26Scale Down Information Sessions

11:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Get started today with Scale Down, an HMR program for weight man-agement at Lane Regional Medical Center. Want to find out how this life-style and weight loss program can benefit you? Call 658-4463 to sched-ule your free, no-obligation informa-tion session. Registration is required and space is limited.

Saturday, January 75K Rebel Run

8 a.m. Central Private School will hold its 2nd Annual 5K Rebel Run. Early Bird registration (by Dec. 16) is $20 and $25 after Dec. 16. All ages welcome! Food, prizes, and fun. All proceeds will benefit Central Private Educa-tional programs. For information or registration forms, call 261-3341 or email Jill Coon at [email protected].

Tuesday, January 10Diabetes Support Group Meeting

6 to 7:30 p.m. When you have diabetes, proper foot care is very important. People with diabetes are more vulnerable to foot problems. Poor foot care with diabetes can lead to serious health problems. Dr. Japera Levine, of the Foot and Ankle Institute in Zachary, will speak on foot care and diabetes at the meeting. We welcome all who

What’s Happening in Central This Month

have Type I or Type 2 Diabetes includ-ing family, friends, and any others in a supporting role. For information, con-tact Sherri Brady at 658-4583.

Wednesday, January 18AARP Driver Course8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The AARP Driver Safety Course will be held at Lane Regional Medi-cal Center. This classroom refresher course for drivers age 50 and older will help you learn the effects of aging on driving and how to adjust and re-main safe on today’s roads. Most auto insurance companies provide a mul-tiyear discount to course graduates. Class size is limited and registration is required. For information, or to pre-register, call 654-5263.

Friday,January27BloodDrive•7a.m.to2:30p.m.

United Blood Services will hold a

blood drive at Lane Regional Medical Center. The blood drive is open to the public and registration is not required. However, donors are encouraged to sign up online at www.bloodhero.com, sponsor code LaneRegional.

Saturday,February4Milestone Wedding Anniversaries

4 p.m. In conjunction with World Marriage

For information on advertisingin the newspaper, call

Jolice or Shara at225-261-5055

Advertising

Central City News

$47.50 monthly January-July $95 monthly August-December

Call 225-261-5055Central Area Business DirectoryHandyman

Handyman Father & SonsElectrical, Plumbing, Appliances,Painting, Fans, Fixtures, Faucets,Fix Most Anything. References.Quality work for God’s glory.

Call Tom 225-788-0266 Central area

Painting

Randy Falcon20 Years’ Experience

No Job Too Large or Small225-454-2961 (cell)

Appliance Repair

Mark’sAppliance Repair

Service to all major brandsShop Central First!

225-261-2270

Home Maintenance

Lloyd’s HomeMaintenance and Repair

No job too small225-936-7652

Lloyd’s HomeMaintenance and Repair

No job too small225-936-7652

Carpet Cleaning

BayouSteamCarpet, Upholstery,

Tile & Grout CleaningLocally owned and operated225-955-6955

Tree Service

Fully licensed and insuredFree estimate • See Our Ad

The Tree Men, LLCThe Tree Men, LLC

262-6092 • 791-3981

Hearing/Hearing Aids

ACL Hearing & Balance11424 Sullivan Road

Bldg. A, Ste. B-2

225-927-7011

Dirt Work

General Sand & Gravel Co.Limestone, Gravel, Mason Sand,

Clay, Top Soil, Riversilt,Crushed Concrete, Tractor Work

225-261-3953

Aerobics

❤Aerobics byRoxanne225-261-5539

Since 1983 • Good For Your ❤

Plumbing

WE’VE MOVED13366 Hooper Rd. • 225-262-1234

Across from Capital One

Wind Shield Repair & ReplacementWe Come to You • 225-791-7440

Auto Glass

Plumbing

LAFLEUR’S Plumbing#LA676

261-2751

Full Repair ServiceMonday - Saturday • Same Rates!

Appointment Necessary on Saturday(Make Appointment Before Friday)

Roofing & Remodeling

Metro Roofing & Home Improvements12770 Plank Road, BakerState Licensed Contractor

Bonded & InsuredQuality Work for Over 40 Years

225-774-7297

Bath

Barber Shop

Central Barber ShopOld Fashion Barber Shop

High & Tight • Crew • Flat TopsAll Cuts $10 • Gene Lato, Owner

13366 Hooper Across from Capitol One225-335-1534

Barber Shop

I Fix $10 HaircutsLarry Watkins, Barber Stylist

225-278-0260Man’s World Barber Shop

Greenwell Springs Road Acrossfrom Walgreen’s (Next to Sharon’s)

Flooring

Ceramic • Wood • Laminate • Carpet • VinylAll Work Guaranteed

Specializing in Job Built ShowersServing Central for over 30 years!

Craig Guidry 225-235-8102

Business DirectoryMonthly Rates are $95

Phone 261-5055

Central Class of ’65 Looking for Classmates CENTRAL — The Central High Class of 1965 is looking for any information that will help find missing classmates. Classmates are: Kenneth Bankston, John Belle, Guiliana Boyett, Mary Delaney, James Lee Faust, Chris

Day, St. Alphonsus will honor couples celebrating special anniversaries 20th, 25th, 30th, 35th, 40th, 45th, 50th, 55th, 60th, and above in 2012. This celebration will take place at the vigil Mass with a reception for the honor-ees, their families, and friends imme-diately following. For information, call the church office at 261-4650.

KICKFORTHECURE — The Central Soccer program held their 2nd Annual “Kick For The Cure” on Saturday, Dec. 17. All pro-ceeds from the shirts and a portion of the gate and concessions were donated to the Susan G. Komen Foundation. “Kick For The Cure” was started by Coach Wes Melton in memory of his mother-in-law, Willene Guilbeau, after she lost her nine-year battle with breast cancer. The girls and boys soccer teams would like to thank the Central community for their support!

Ford, Jimmy Head, Paul Hilburn, Christian Lusk, Donna Morgan, David Mukley, Mary Ortis, John Reading, James Schexnayder, and Bo Starks. If you have any infor-mation, contact Norm Schlatre at 261-7558 or [email protected].


The Orchard at Oak ClusterA Unique Property in Central

15 acres rolling landA unique and beautifulenvironment• 2,200 sq.ft. main house• 900 sq.ft. guest cottage• 3,200 sq.ft. office/small conference center• Pond with Gazebo• Orchard• Corral and Stable• Barn/WorkshopCall for private viewing

6510 Oak Cluster Drive

Jr. SheltonOffice: 292-1000 or Cell: 936-9687

3029 South Sherwood Forest Blvd., Ste. 200Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70816

Home

Cottage and barn

Office/small conference center

CENTRAL — Football, bright lights, fall breezes, blood, sweat, and sometimes even tears. This is the story of a man who paved the way for Central Wildcat football. In 1946, Willard Jackson was given the okay to start the first-ever football team for Central High School. In doing so, he had to find some talent who knew anything about how the game of football was played. In those days, Central was mostly farms. Coach Jackson knew he had to have something to build around but he didn’t know what until he hung the sign up for the first football practice. Af-ter stapling the sign on the bulletin board, he made a quick turn around and ran right into the biggest guy on campus trying to read what he was putting on the board. Coach asked, son, what is your name. My name is Harry Breeden. Would you like to play football? Yes sir, I would! Coach Jackson knew that if this young man had any kind of talent he had a big man to build around. Boy, was he right! Coach Jackson listed him at 6’3” and 235 pounds, knowing the whole time that he was at least 6’6” and 260 or more. But, in those days, that was the coach’s secret. The first thing the coach had to do was order him a football helmet, because none of those on hand fit his head! It didn’t take many practices before the scouts from other high schools were watching #23 — the big man for Central. After practice one day, a car drove up to Harry’s house off Hooper Road. A man from a respectable business that is still operating today offered Harry a brand new car and free gas if he would come and play ball for Istrouma High School. You know, that had to be hard to turn down, coming from a small and not well off farm with just chickens and cows. But Harry looked at the man and told him that “Central is where my heart is!” From then on, he was known all over as “Big Harry.” He went on to be Central’s first All-State lineman, played offense at right tackle, nose guard on defense, held the ball for kicks and when the team was struck down with boils, he blew open holes from the fullback position for a much-needed score to win the game. The opponents tried everything from double teaming to triple teaming to try to stop the big man. They even brought in junior college players in one game be-fore getting caught and having to forfeit the game. Big Harry went on to be the first stu-dent athlete to receive a sports or music scholarship to any college from Central High School. He attended LSU and played for the Fighting Tigers. With all the limelight and the things that go with the fame of being an LSU football player, it never changed Harry Breeden. He was a true Christian gentleman who served God and his church, Zoar Baptist Church, where he was a deacon. Always visiting the sick in hospitals and serving the needs of the pastor, he never forgot his home. For Big Harry, it wasn’t just about football. It was about God, home, fam-ily, and Central. He set a standard for future Wildcats that lives on today. Harry O. Breeden, Sr., died on Feb. 29, 2009.

Harry Breeden, AMan Among Boys:The Player Who PutFootball on the Map

Harry Breeden


Color Color B&W B&WSize Pre-paid Monthly Pre-paid Monthly

Covers 4,000 n/a n/a n/aFull Page 3,000 300 2,500 2502/3 Page 2,000 200 1,675 1701/2 Page 1,500 150 1,250 1251/3 Page 1,000 100 835 851/4 Page 800 80 650 651/6 Page 600 60 500 501/12 Page 400 40 325 35

2012 Central Community Directory & Yellow Pages

Contact Your Account Executive at

Central CommunityDirectory & Yellow Pages

published by Central City News 13567 Hooper Road • Central, LA 70818

(225) 261-5055 • Fax 261-5022www.centralcommunity directory.com

NOTE: Ads in 2012 Central Community Directory & Yellow Pages will be on a three-column format as follows:Column Width: 1 column = 2.25”; 2 columns = 4.6186”; 3 columns = 7.0”Size of Ads: Full page = 3 columns x 9”; 2/3 page = 2 columns x 9”; 1/2 page = 3 columns x 4.42”; 1/3 page = 1 column x 9” or 2 col-umns x 4.42”; 1/4 page = 3 columns x 2.13” 2 columns x 3.195”; 1/6 page = 1 column x 4.42” or 2 columns x 2.13”; 1/12 page = 1 column x 2.13”

1/2 Page

Central Automotive & Tire 11575 Sullivan Rd 261-9558Hooper Road Car Care & Sales 9695 Hooper Rd 262-7127Hunt’s Tire & Car Care 10440 Greenwell Springs 272-7404 See Our Display AdIn Tune Auto Service 11353 Hooper Rd 262-1137Liberty Automotive 17350 Liberty Rd 261-3811River City Battery Supply 11353 Greenwell Springs 275-1285 See Our Display AdRoss Tire & Service 14330 Greenwell Springs 262-8473 See Our Display AdSonny’s Auto Repair Inc 14831 Blackwater Rd 261-5551 See Our Display AdTanksley Automotive 18255 Magnolia Bridge Rd 261-1465Tommy’s Automotive Repair & Muffler 8645 Sullivan Rd 262-2291

AUTOMOBILE TITLES

Central Auto Title & Notary 13623 Hooper Ste. H 262-0222

BANKS

Bank of Zachary 13444 Hooper 261-5111Capital One Bank 13363 Hooper Rd 357-0862Chase National Bank 6627 Sullivan Rd 332-4555Fidelity Bank & Trust

1/6th Page

1/12th Page

14545 Wax Rd. 261-4441Hancock Bank 13585 Hooper 248-7130Neighbors Federal Credit Union 13336 Hooper Rd 819-5776Regions Bank 11880 Greenwell Springs 929-9322Whitney National Bank 14340 Greenwell Springs 381-0850

BANQUET FACILITIES

Elegant Memories LLC 14328 Frenchtown Rd 615-8092 See Our Display AdFOP Reception Hall 10777 Greenwell Springs 275-1684

© 2010 2010 Central Community Directory & Yellow Pages AUTO REPAIR-BANQUET • Page 83

The Central Community Directory & Yellow Pages is Central’s “go to” source for information — next to every-one’s phone at home or office. Be included in the 2012 edition. It could be Your “Salesman of the Year”!New This Year: Business Profiles

Shara Pollard Jolice Provost

®

Dakota Fisher, Aaron Hall, David Vest, and Shedrick Davis

Dakota Fisher, Aaron Hall, David Vest, and Shedrick Davis

City of CentralYellow PagesCity of CentralYellow Pages

Cent

ral C

ommu

nity D

irecto

ry &

Yell

ow P

ages

Cent

ral C

ommu

nity D

irecto

ry &

Yell

ow P

ages

®Published by the Central City NewsPublished by the Central City News

2010-20112010-2011 Use through June 30, 2011

Final Advertising Deadline Extended to 5 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 5, 2012

Will Be Distributed on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2012

Senior Zach Hetrick • Photo by Woody JenkinsSenior Zach Hetrick • Photo by Woody Jenkins

City of CentralYellow PagesCity of CentralYellow Pages ®

Published by the Central City NewsPublished by the Central City News

2012 2012

Cent

ral C

ommu

nity D

irecto

ry &

Yell

ow P

ages

Cent

ral C

ommu

nity D

irecto

ry &

Yell

ow P

ages ®

Eloise Mae Duvall Marshall and Lindsey Duvall are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Eloise Mae. She was welcomed home by big sister, Lil-lian. Eloise was born Sept. 30, 2011. She weighed seven pounds, one ounce, and was 19 inches long. Proud grandparents are Jr. and Rita Shelton and Phil and Suzanne Duvall.

MILESTONESSend milestones to [email protected], Box 1, Central, LA 70739, or 13567 Hooper Road.

Births • Engagements • Weddings • DeathsAnniversaries • Reunions

Milestones FRUGE, MORRISNatalie Fruge and David Morris will exchange vows Jan. 21 at Houston River Baptist Church in Sulphur.

Natalie Fruge and David MorrisTo Wed Jan. 21 at Houston River

NatalieFrugeandDavidMorris

SULPHUR — Natalie Fruge and David Morris will marry in a 2 p.m. ceremony on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2012, at Houston River Baptist Church in Sulphur. The bride-elect is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Don Fruge of Sul-phur. Natalie is a graduate of Sul-phur High School and Louisiana College with a bachelor’s degree

in social work. Her fiancé is the son of Clay Morris of Southaven, Miss. and Shirley Morris of Central. Da-vid is a graduate of Central High School and Louisiana College with a bachelor’s degree in economics and finance.

Lane RegionalNames Karla MillerTelemetry Director

Karla Miller, RN, BSN

ZACHARY — Karla Miller, RN, BSN has been named Director of the Telemetry Unit at Lane Re-gional Medical Center. Miller is responsible for coordi-nating all aspects of nursing care for the unit, including patient sat-isfaction, staffing, and physician relations. Miller has more than 14 years of health care experience. Prior to this position she was the Pathway to Excellence Coordinator at Lane. She is a lifelong resident of Cen-tral. She and her husband, Greg, have two children, Luke and Ava.


Harlan Bible Presented to Judge Mark Miley

Coming to Central City News Thursday, Jan. 12, 2012

To advertise, call 261-5055 or email [email protected]

Coming to Central City News Thursday, Jan. 12, 2012

To advertise, call 261-5055 or email [email protected]

A New YearA New YouA New YearA New You

CentralCentralGUIDEGUIDE

&Health FitnessHealth Fitness

&

GETFITfor theRest of YOURLIFE

CentralCityNews

Central City

NEWS

Central City

NEWS

2012 The YearTo ChangeYour Life

The YearTo ChangeYour Life2012

Central City

NEWS

CENTRAL — In ceremonies last Thursday, retired Judge Darrell White presented a replica of the Harlan Bible to Central City Justice of the Peace Mark Miley. The Bible is virtually identical to a Bible presented to the United States Supreme Court by Justice John Marshall Harlan in 1906. Since then, every member of the Supreme Court through Justice Elena Kagan has signed the Bible. The American Judicial Alliance, led by Judge White, is continuing this tradition by presenting repli-cas of the Harlan Bible to courts all across America. So far, more than 150 courts have received the Bible in ceremonies similar to the one held at Judge Miley’s office. The American Judicial Alliance emphasizes the biblical origins of the nation and the importance of America’s Organic Laws, especial-ly the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States. America’s Supreme Court Jus-tices have acknowledged the impor-tance of the Harlan Bible tradition. Justice Samuel Alito recently wrote

what a “thrilling and awe-inspiring moment” it was when he signed his name to the Harlan Bible alongside “all the Justices for the past 100 years.” Former Justice David Souter said

that signing the Harlan Bible was the “most humbling thing he ever did.” Justice John Marshall Har-lan (1833-1911) began the tra-dition by donating his personal Bible to the Court. Since that

time, every Supreme Court Jus-tice has signed the Harlan Bible. “We are so grateful to receive this Bible into our court. The Framers knew what they were doing when they established this nation. It’s our duty to continue that vision,” Judge Mark Miley said. Witnessing the ceremonies was Judge Phil Miley, who is magistrate of the City of Central and Judge Mark Miley’s father. Judge White said, “American Ju-dicial Alliance intends to place a Bi-ble in every courtroom in America and to ask active and retired judges all across America to join the Har-lan tradition of signing the Bible and utilizing them in their courts. Every judge who is awakened to our founding is another judge awakened to our future.” The group has presented the Har-lan Bible to U.S. Circuit Courts of Appeal, state Supreme Courts, and district courts across the country. For more information on the American Judicial Alliance and its related affiliate, Retired Judges of America, contact Judge Darrell White at [email protected].

RETIRED Judge Darrell White (center) presented the Harlan Bible to Central Justice of the Peace Mark Miley (left) while Central magistrate Phil Miley (right) looked on.

THE HARLAN BIBLE, which was presented to the Supreme Court in 1906 by Justice John Marshall Harlan, has been signed by every member of the court through Justice Kagan. A replica of the Harlan Bible was presented to Justice of the Peace Mark Miley for the archives of his court. Photos courtesy of Collection of the Supreme Court of the United States.

Phot

o by

Woo

dy Je

nkin

s


CentralAll-StarsinU.S.ArmyBowl

Wishing Everyone a Merry Christmasand a Happy New YearOpen 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Through

the Holidays ... Everyday!

Bryan Barrett, MD • Michael Romaguera, MD

11055 Shoe Creek Dr. • Central, La. 70818Between Sullivan and Joor roads at the corner

of Hooper and Shoe Creek Dr.www.statcareclinic.net

225.261.4493

ZACHARY — Central High School seniors Zack Hetrick and Joey Jarreau were stand-outs on defense in last Satur-day’s U. S. Army Red Stick Bowl at Zachary’s Bronco Stadium. The 10th annual All-Star game was well attended. The Army’s Major Gen. David Mann honored the young men with his presence. Coach Neil Weiner of Zachary High was head coach for the Rough Riders. He was assisted by Central coach Frank Fresina.

CENTRAL HIGH’s Zack Hetrick, Coach Frank Fresina, and senior Joey Jarreau. Army Maj. Gen. David Mann

CENTRAL defensive end Joey Jarreau (left) and linebacker Zack Hetrick (center) during Army Red Stick Bowl.

Central’s Zack Hetrick and Joey Jarreau

Denham Springs QB Kyle Cedotal with Coach Neil Weiner

Phot

os b

y W

oody

Jenk

ins

central city news 12-22-11

Documents

Transcript of central city news 12-22-11