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The City of Central Veteran’s Day Service will be held on Thursday, November 9 at the Central Intermediate School Courtyard, 11526 Sullivan Road. The Veterans Reception will begin at 6 p.m., and the service starts at 6:30. Guest speakers will be U.S. Congressman Garret Graves, Mayor Jr. Shelton, and veteran Cliff Richardson. Program highlights include the CHS ROTC, CMS Choir, CHS Jazz Band, and BR Pipes and Drums. The program is being sponsored by the City of Central, the Central Community School System, Blue Star Moms, and the Republican Women of Central. There will be refreshments after the service. Everyone is invited to come together in honoring our veterans.

HalloweenHullabaloo: October

31, 6-8 p.m. atCentral Sports Park (Hooper at Lovett)

Congratulations to the Central Middle Softball 8th grade Team on their undefeated season! Top Row:

Katelynn Johnson, Maddie Edwards, Brinley Forman, Taylor Richard, Mallory Wheat; Bottom Row: Mor-

gan Fresina, Emma Dungan, Autumn Vessier, Morgan Lavergne; Not Pictured: Baylee Crochet: Coached by

Nicole Aucoin and Jason Wilkins

Congratulations to the Central Middle 7th grade softball team on their undefeated season! Top Row: Stella LeBlanc, Bella Bossier, Annalyse Greely, Jae'lyn LaCour, Rose Fauver; Middle Row: Reese Prestridge, Kara Watts, Allie McCauley, Madison Stephens; Bottom Row: Cailyn Heyl, Dakota Haynsworth; Coached by

Nicole Aucoin and Jason Wilkins

TailgaTing in The PasTure 11/4

Tailgating in the Pasture is happening Saturday, November 4 at Amazing Place (10305 Blackwater Road) after previously being rescheduled due to rain. The fun begins at 10 a.m. There will be food, drinks, and crafts for sale, lots of fun activities for the kids, and live music with Sara Collins and Parish County Line. The LSU-Alabama game is scheduled for 7 p.m. on the big screen under the pavilion. Tickets are $5 each. Lawn chairs and ice chests are welcome.

CMS Softball Teams Go Undefeated

CPS Football in the PlayoffsPhoto by Selser Photography Central Private Football is in the playoffs! The Rebels will face Heritage Academy in the first round of the playoffs this Friday, October 27 at 7 p.m. in Columbus, M i s s i s s i p p i . CPS suffered losses in the past two weeks to Silliman (19 to 26) and to ACCHS (30 to 57), but they fought their way into the playoffs with an overall winning record this season. Congratulations to the Rebels, and good luck in the playoffs!

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Submitted by Blue Star Mothers The local chapter of Blue Star Mothers of America met Monday evening, October 16, and installed their new officers for the coming year. Left to right in picture: Donna Lee, Sergeant at Arms; Kathy Baker, 1st Vice President; Becky Colello, Financial Secretary; Tish Gerald, 3rd Vice President; Billie Gipson, Recording Secretary; Carole Spurlin, 2nd Vice President; Ann Berkins, President; Linda Furr, Chaplain, is not pictured. We will be selling cookbooks at Calvin's in Bocage on November 4, and Walmart in Central on November 18. The money from these cookbooks help us be able to send care packages

to deployed servicemen. A n y o n e i n t e r e s t e d in helping send these p a c k a g e s can do one or more of several things. Donat ions , e i t h e r

monetary or actual items, are always accepted to help fill these boxes. Right now we need names of deployed servicemen that could get a care package from us for Christmas. We will be filling boxes in November so will need the names by November 1. Please email these names and addresses to bsmomla@hotmail.com and we'll take it from there. Blue Star Mothers is made up of anyone who would like to help, as well as the mothers of servicemen. You can go to our website geauxsevenbsm.com and click on “Join Us” to become a member or associate, as well as learn more about our chapter.

Blue Star Mothers Update

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The Central Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with sponsors IBTS, the City of Central, and Ochsner Medical Center, is putting on the Health & Business Expo this Saturday, October 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will be held at Central Intermediate School, 12636 Sullivan Road. There will be free dress passes for students who attend, a chance to win Saints tickets, door prizes, free food and beverages, fall festival activities, and information on health and fitness, professional services, outdoors and recreation, and local businesses. Everyone is invited to this free, fun, informative event!

Pumpkin Patch Family Fun Day Saturday

Blackwater Methodist’s Pumpkin Patch Family Fun Day will be held on Saturday, October 28 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Activities will include “Touch A Truck” from 9 to 2, hayrides featuring a living history exhibit presented by local Boy and Girl Scout troops, a Fall Picture Booth sponsored by the Central High Cheerleaders, a Spook House, face painting, pony rides, a fish pond and

other games for the little ones, crafts booths, a silent cake and pie auction, and a bake sale. Food will include cotton candy, popcorn, frito pies, funnel cakes, jambalaya, hamburgers, and hot dogs. The Fantastic Finds Jewelry Booth will make its debut, featuring vintage and costume jewelry for sale. Many thanks to the Central High School ROTC, who will help with parking at the event.

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By Mia Freneaux;Photos from Central Food Bank One of the great blessings in our city is our own Central Community Food Bank. Serving mostly senior citizens, Michelle Lewis and Kevin Keithley feel blessed to be able to help so many. Michelle took over operating the food bank when Pete and Anna Marie Grissom had to step down after decades of faithful service. Michelle found it a natural fit, as her family was already running "Central Feeding Central" in memory of her father Dennis M. Lewis. Last year, the Food Bank fed 67 families complete Thanksgiving dinners, and 125 "Hams for the Holidays" for Christmas! Michelle, who loves dreaming big, is hoping to give 75 Thanksgiving dinners out this year. Consider giving a meal in honor of a loved one - you can pick up a donation certificate from the food bank and give a truly meaningful Christmas gift this year - one that blesses many. The food bank will also be partnering

again with Winn Dixie on November 18 from 9-3. The store will be giving away free turkeys if a certain amount is spent. Items needed to complete the Thanksgiving dinners include turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, gravy, yams, pineapple, marshmallows, brown sugar, cream of mushroom soup, French’s fried onions, and cake mix and frosting or a pie. (The food bank has green beans and corn covered.) Michelle and Kevin want to thank Confederate Heating and Air for their $250 donation, and the Blackwater United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch and the Central High Fishing Team for their support! The food bank is settling in nicely in their new location at 12023 Sullivan Road. Their open house was a big success, with live music provided by CHS graduate Zachary McLain and the Yayas! You can call 261-8098 to learn more about how you can help! The food bank is open every Thursday from 9 to 3, then 5:30 to 7.

Celebrate Central Food Bank

Left: Anna Marie Grissom, Michelle Lewis & Nancy Jones; Right: Zachary McClain

The 4-4 Central Wildcats play host to cross-river rival Denham Springs Friday night in the last regular home game of the season. Pre-game and half time will feature recognition of the graduating seniors in all of the teams and groups participating each Friday. Central ran off three straight home wins against Belaire, Live Oak and Brusly before falling to a strong Zachary team on the road last week. Central's playoff prospects hang in the balance in the final two games of the season, with Central traveling to Walker next week.

Senior Night at Wildcat Stadium

Photo by Eric Frank Photography During the October 13 game against Brusly, Central High School inducted Clarence Brown, Ronnie Cothern, and Michael Faulk into the Central High School Hall of Fame for their service to school and community. Clarence Brown has been the loyal custodian of Central High School for 42 years, serving through the administration of six principals and serving as mentor and support for countless students and staff. Ronnie Cothern was a three-sport, All District starter voted “Best All Around” by his senior class in 1972. In the years since, Mr. Cothern has employed CHS students and supported Central Community Schools through his business, Cothern Tire. In 2007, Michael Faulk became the first superintendent of the newly-formed Central Community School System. Ten years later, under Mr. Faulk’s leadership and vision, the system consistently ranks among the best public systems in the state.

2017 CHS Hall of Fame Induction

4 HEALTH Thursday, October 26, 2017 • CentralSpeaks.com Print Edition

By Dr. Stephen Sherman, D.D.S., M.S. & Dr. David

Balhoff D.D.S.,Sherman & Balhoff

Orthodontics P r a c t i c i n g proper oral hygiene habits and techniques is always important, but it is extremely crucial during orthodontic treatment. Failing to maintain an effective oral hygiene routine can cause you to be more susceptible to gum disease, tooth

decay, cavities, discoloration, and decalcification. While braces do not cause these dental issues, they do make it more difficult to brush and floss. The bacteria caused from plaque can only be removed by proper brushing and flossing! BRUSHING: It is important to brush your teeth thoroughly for about two minutes. Brush in small circular motions while angling your toothbrush towards your gums. Brushing too hard can cause gum recession, so make sure you are gentle on your teeth and gums, brushing just hard enough so that you feel a little pressure against your gums. Don’t forget to brush the surfaces of your teeth, the backs of your teeth, and your tongue. FLOSSING: While braces can make flossing more of a chore, it is extremely essential to keeping your teeth clean. Even though it takes more effort, make sure to floss between all of your teeth and brackets. Dr. Sherman and Dr. Balhoff provide all patients with floss threaders and small proxy brushes to clean between brackets. DENTAL CLEANINGS: As always, it is extremely important to visit your general dentist every six months for a cleaning and a check-up. HYGIENE AWAY FROM HOME: It is always handy to carry a small dental kit with a toothbrush, floss, and floss threaders to use at school or work. If you are unable to brush or floss, rinsing with water is a great alternative between meals to remove any food particles that are stuck in the braces.

A year ago, I wrote in this column about overuse of opioids. If you have been following the news, it is now declared an epidemic. So I feel what was true a year ago, is even more true today and bears repeating. Especially since it is again October and is National Physical Therapy Month!! October is the time we Physical Therapists focus on helping increase public awareness of the role we can play in people’s lives. Each year has had a theme. In the past it has been “Physical Therapy is for Every Body”, “Move Forward with PT,” and many others. Last year’s theme #CHOOSE PT had its focus on Physical Therapy as an alternative to use of drugs and that Physical Therapy is a safe and effective alternative to opioids for long term pain management. According to the CDC, 1,000 people a day are treated in emergency rooms for misuse of prescription opioids. Further, the CDC reports, 3 out of 4 new heroin users report abusing prescription

opioids before using heroin. In March 2016, the CDC released guidelines urging nonopioid approaches for management of chronic pain. High on the list was the recommendation of Physical Therapy first, a theme we PT’s have been urging for many years. There are some conditions of course where opioids are appropriate such as cancer care, end of life management and certain acute situations but generally the CDC recommends pairing opioid and nonopioid therapy with trying nonopioid therapy first. Choose Physical Therapy first to manage your pain without the risks and side effects of opioids. Don’t just mask the pain. Treat it. Your Physical Therapist is expert at pain management through the use of physical agents such as Ultrasound, Cold Laser, Warm Water Aquatics, Dry Needling, different forms of electricity and ice. Our real skill in pain management however comes in the ability to assess the root of many painful conditions and to provide the treatment necessary to improve or restore function and movement. There is a growing body of evidence that the use of PT first in low back pain lowers the cost, decreases pain and increase function more effectively than other forms of treatment. If you are in pain, chronic or recent…Call your Physical Therapist --You’ll be glad you did. And don’t forget your twenty-minute walk

Tom Coplin PTCentral Physical Therapy

By Kevin A. Rogers, ODRogers Regional Eye Center October has arrived and that means many people are already starting to plan for upcoming costume parties and trick-or-treating for the Halloween season. Now is the time to remind the public about some very important precautions about eye safety since there are some common costume props and accessories out there can be very dangerous to your eyes. One of the biggest costume-related dangers to your eyes and vision is cosmetic or decorative contact lenses. Decorative lenses can be a great addition to your costume, but they must be obtained safely and legally with a prescription, through a professional, authorized vendor. Contact lenses are a medical device that are manufactured and distributed under very strict regulations. Even non-corrective contact lenses require an eye exam to measure your eye and

fit lenses according to a prescription. Costume stores, beauty supply stores and similar websites are not authorized dealers of contact lenses, and over-the-counter contact lenses are not legal under any circumstances. False eyelashes have become quite the rage in recent years but they carry a number of risks with them as well. They can damage the natural eyelash hair follicles, causing them to fall out, sometimes permanently. The chances of this increase when people sleep in their lashes or leave them on for extended periods of time. In addition to the aesthetic damage, this can be dangerous to your eyes because eyelashes are essential for protecting your eyes from sweat, debris, and dust. Without your eyelashes your eyes are at greater risk for infection and irritation. If your (or your child’s) costume includes a mask, fake face, hood or anything else that goes on your head, make sure that visibility isn’t impaired. Unfortunately, it’s common for children to trip and fall because they cannot see well. Also, use caution when using props such as plastic swords, pitchforks, guns, sports equipment which can easily cause a corneal abrasion or contusion to the eye if hit in the face. When you are planning for this Halloween season, just remember that your vision is too high a price to pay for any great costume. Dress up safely and Happy Halloween!

Take Charge Now

The Importance of Oral Hygiene

Halloween Eye Safety

Submitted by Central Chamber Camille Conaway (left) was the presenter at the Central Chamber’s October Luncheon. Camille is the Senior Vice President at Louisiana Association of Business and Industry and leads public policy analysis, development, and research initiatives across a range of issues important to LABI and the business community. She was recognized as an Influential Woman in Business in 2017 by the Baton Rouge Business Report and was a Forty under 40 Recipient in 2012. The Chamber Members received updates on 2017 legislative issues and plans for 2018.

Central Chamber October Update

The Central Food Bank would like to thnk Dr. Benjamin Record and his wonderful staff at Record Dental for their $898.50 donation in

conjunction with the Smiles for Life Foundation. You keep us smiling!

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Kenny Oswald, DDS, long time Central resident and Family D e n t i s t r y p r a c t i t i o n e r , is pleased to announce that Dr. Cody Cowen has joined the practice. Dr. Cowen received his undergraduate degree from L S U - B a t o n Rouge and his Doctorate from the LSU School of Dentistry, and has taken advanced continuing education courses in dental implants and comprehensive crown and bridge dentistry. He is currently a tripartite member of the ADA, LDA, and local Dental societies. Dr. Cowen also offers his time to service projects such as Louisiana Donated Dental Services, Trading Smiles, and MITC missions in Mexico. The practice's name has been changed to Southern Oaks Family Dental Care. Please call 927-8968 to make your appointment. 3557 Monterrey Ave. Facebook Southern Oaks Family Dental Care.

Dr. Cody Cowen Joins Southern Oaks Family Dental Care

Last month, Central Chiropractic Center held a coat drive for kids.The coats will be donated to the Central Community Assistance

Foundation. Central Chiropractic Center, located at 8755 Sullivan Road, holds the drive each fall.

Central ChiropracticCollects Coats for Kids

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The Huskies had their first game with Upward Soccer at Zoar. Back Row, Left to Right: Coach Brandon Walock, Latham, Hudson, Harrison, Bo, Brock, Pierce, Coach Shane Ash; Front: Easton, Riley, Zayne and Emily

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Pictured: Library Children’s Services staff members show off their favorite

socks to kick off the sock drive.EBRPL Press Release Socks are the most requested and least donated article of clothing in homeless shelters. In an effort to help make this item available for those in need, the East Baton Rouge

Parish Library’s Children’s Services Department will once again join with Baton Rouge Parents magazine’s 13th Annual Sock It to Me Drive to collect socks that will be distributed to area homeless shelters, the East Baton Rouge Council on Aging and Bethany House, a facility for cancer patients at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center. The drive will begin Wednesday, November 1, and last through Thursday, November 30. Over the past few years, Children’s Services collected thousands of pairs of socks for Baton Rouge Parents. To participate, patrons can drop new, unworn socks in the collection box that will be in the Children’s Room at each Library location. For more information, call Children’s Services at (225) 231-3760.

Library Partners with Parents Magazine for Annual Sock It to Me Drive

The whole family is invited to come enjoy a day of FREE FUN at the Pride-Chaneyville Branch from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday, October 28, for the 9th Annual Community History Festival! This year’s theme is “‘50s Flashback,” and we’ll celebrate a blast from the past that’s loaded with vintage games, fun crafts, music, delicious

food, a sock hop and more! Activities also will include a live horseshoeing demonstration, farm animals, face painting, pumpkin painting, sack races and of course, the Old-Fashioned Cake Walk. Local vendors will be available for the purchase of homemade and handcrafted items. For more information, call the Circulation Desk at (225) 658-1540.

Community History Festival Saturday

St. Alphonsus School Kindergarten students enjoyed a visit from the Central Fire Department. They were trying to figure out if they wanted to

high five firefighter Jordan Byrd!

Rhonda Taylor received a check for $15,000 from the Central Intermediate School PTO for playground improvements. Deirdre Breau presented the check. These funds were a total combined effort of PTO fundraising since the inception of our school system. Funds came from Tshirt sales,

Santa Shop sales, and individual donations.

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Submitted by Republican Women of Central The Republican Women of Central once again delivered dictionaries to every 3rd grader at Central Intermediate, St. Alphonsus, and Central Private Schools. Mrs. Maudell Hill has headed the program since its inception- students who first received a dictionary from the RWC are now freshmen in college! Shown above with St. Alphonsus students are Jane Callender, Maudell Hill, and Theda Guarino from the RWC. Below is the Central Private third grade class with RWC Distribution Team Randi Stephens, Maudell Hill, and Terrie Hodges. Pictured at bottom: 1st row: Randi Stephens (RWC), Central Intermediate School 3rd graders, Rhonda Taylor (CIS Princip al), and Maudell Hill (RWC Dictionary Project Administrator); 2nd row: Kristine Hardgrove (teacher), Gail Lloyd (RWC), Crystal Williams (Assistant Principal), Jane Call end er (RWC), and Terrie Hodges (RWC).

RWC Delivers Dictionaries to Central Students

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Nov. 7 Fontainebleau @ Central Scrimm. JV, V 6:00, 7:00Nov. 9 Jamboree @ Lee V TBANov. 13 Central @ Woodlawn V 5:00Nov. 16 Broadmoor @ Central JV, V 5:30, 7:00Nov. 28 Livonia @ Central V 6:30Nov. 30 – Dec. 2 SMHS Tournament V TBADec. 5 Central @ Baker JV, V 5:30, 7:00Dec. 12 False River @ Central V 6:30Dec. 14-16 Walker Tournament @ Central V TBADec. 19 Mentorship @ Central JV, V 5:30, 7:00Dec. 27-29 Episcopal Tournament @ Epscpl V TBAJan. 4 Plaquemine @ Central JV, V 5:30, 7:00Jan. 12 Live Oak @ Central JV, V 5:30, 7:00Jan. 16 *Central @ Denham Springs JV, V 5:30, 7:00Jan. 19 Central @ Glen Oaks JV, V 5:30, 7:00Jan. 20 JV Tourney @ Central JV TBAJan. 22 *Walker @ Central JV, V 5:30, 7:00Jan. 26 *Scotlandville @ Central JV, V 5:30, 7:00Jan. 30 Central @ Belaire JV, V 5:30, 7:00Feb. 2 *Central @ Live Oak JV, V 5:30, 7:00Feb. 9 *Zachary @ Central JV, V 5:30, 7:00

*District Games

CHS Lady Wildcats Basketball ScheduleCHS Lady Wildcats Soccer ScheduleNov. 2 Walker Scrimmage @ Walker 6:00 Nov. 6 Denham Scrimmage @ Denham Springs 6:00 Nov. 13 Zachary @ Zachary 6:00 Nov. 16 St. Michael @ St. Michael 6:00 Nov. 18 Catholic High PC @ Catholic High PT 12:00 Nov. 21 Baton Rouge High @ Baton Rouge High 12:00 Nov. 28 Ponchatoula @ Ponchatoula 6:00 Nov. 30 East St. John @ East St. John 6:00 Dec. 5 Lutcher @ Wildcat Stadium 6:00 Dec. 8 West Feliciana @ Wildcat Stadium 6:00 Dec. 11 Ponchatoula @ Wildcat Stadium 6:00Dec. 13 Dunham @ Wildcat Stadium 6:00Dec. 16 #Helen Cox @ Wildcat Stadium 12:00Dec. 19 #Alexandria @ Alexandria 4:00Dec. 29-30 Holiday Cup @ Burbank TBDJan. 6 Runnels @ Burbank 11:00Jan. 9 *Woodlawn @ Wildcat Stadium 6:00Jan. 12 *Live Oak @ Live Oak 6:00Jan. 16 *Plaquemine @ Plaquemine 6:00Jan. 19 Mandeville @ Mandeville 6:00Jan. 23 * **Lee Magnet @ Wildcat Stadium 6:00

*District Games **Sr Night #Double Header with Boys

Submitted by Hope Central Central’s newest church, Hope Central, celebrated its dedication services on October 6 and 8. The church is located at 14754 Frenchtown Road, near the Central Thruway. Hope Central was dedicated by Rev. Anthony Mangun, pastor of the Pentecostals of Alexandria (LA). Other ministers that spoke during the services were Rev. Elias Limones (San Francisco, CA), Rev. Michael Maupin (Pocahontas, AR), and Rev. Kevin Cox (Tioga, LA). Approximately 500 people, including Mayor Jr. Shelton, attended the Friday evening service, when the church was officially dedicated. Pastor Robert Martin and the Spirit-filled congregation are excited about their new beginning. Formerly the Voice of Pentecost on Greenwell Springs Road in Baton Rouge, Hope Central’s theme is “A New Location. A New Name. A New Chapter.” Pastor Martin has ministered in the Baton Rouge area since 1991. He and his wife Alison said they are thankful for the opportunity to offer hope to the hurting and discouraged through the saving message of Jesus Christ to the Central community. Hope Central also has a thriving Hispanic ministry led by David and Misty Ozuna. The English-speaking congregation offers worship opportunities on Sundays (Sunday School at 9:30 a.m., followed by Worship Service at 10:15 a.m.) and Wednesdays at 7 p.m. The Hispanic congregation meets Sundays at 1 p.m.

Hope Central Dedicated

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Help Wanted: First Baptist Church Central has an opening for a nursery

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The Central Private Diamonds & Denim Gala will be held Saturday, October 28, 7-10 PM at Starkey Gymnasium on Joor Road. The event, featuring

music from The Anteeks, costs $50 for two adults. For ticket information, visit www.

CentralPrivate.org, email diamondanddenim@yahoo.com, or call 261-3341.

St. Alphonsus First Annual Car Show – This event will be held on Saturday, October 28 at 14040 Greenwell Springs Rd. with registration beginning at 8:00 a.m. and awards presentations from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. There is a $25 entry fee to participate in this show. There are multiple categories, and trophies will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in most of them. Festivities will also include a 50-50 raffle, concessions and door prizes. Proceeds will benefit the St. Alphonsus Youth Group. Contact Randy Accardo – 225-333-1403 or Lynette Shaffett – 225-954-0680 or youth@alphonsus.org

St. Alphonsus Car Show Saturday

The Hospice of Baton Rouge H.O.P.E. Grief Support Group is holding a Holiday Grief Support Group meeting on Monday, November 13 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Meetings are located in the Chapel on the First Floor at Ochsner Medical Center, 17000 Medical Center Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70816. Please call Denise Domingue at The Hospice of Baton Rouge at (225) 767-4673 for more information or to reserve your spot. All groups are provided to the public at no charge.

Holiday Grief Support Group

Bank of Zachary Press Release The Bank of Zachary is sponsoring its annual Veterans Day flag-raising ceremony at the Regional Veterans Park on the campus of Lane Regional Medical Center, 6300 Main Street in Zachary, on Friday, November 10th at 7:30 a.m. This will be the ninth year of the annual Flag Raising which began in front of the Bank of Zachary’s main office on Main Street but moved to the newly completed Regional Veterans Park last year. Bank President Mark Marionneaux stated, “Every year we look forward to sponsoring this wonderful community event to honor the service and sacrifice of our local veterans.”

Bank of Zachary CEO Pres Kennedy will serve as Master of Ceremonies and Colonel Dan Godbee, Battalion Doctor of the Florida Army National Guard, will offer remarks during the program. Cadets from the Army Junior ROTC at Zachary High, under the direction of Major Leslie Martin, will provide the flag detail. Patriotic music will be provided by the school’s band and choir under band director Jason Venable and choir director Anna Johnson. Refreshments will be served following the ceremony. For information on the Regional Veterans Park Association and how to purchase a brick for the Wall of Veterans, please contact Will Steen at 225-938-1686 or info@RegionalVeteransPark.org.

Bank of Zachary to Host Annual Veteran’s Day Program

Central Chamber of Commerce's 31st Annual

Christmas in Central December 1 & 2

Tree Lighting Ceremony December 1st, 6:30PM at the corner of Hooper & Sullivan, featuring the Central

High School Jazz Band.

31st Annual Christmas Parade December 2, Hooper & Joor to Joor

& Lovett. Parade rolls at 10 AM.

Sign up for the parade atwww.cityofcentralchamber.com

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By Mia Freneaux Dane Camus, the CMS 7th grader with big dreams, has realized one of his biggest. Back In March of this year, Dane was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes (Central Speaks March 16, 2017). This is a very scary diagnosis for a young person, because they never know when their blood sugar will run too high or too low. Dane researched Diabetes, and found out about Diabetes Support Dogs. These extremely intelligent dogs are trained to alert their masters if blood sugar levels are not normal. Not one to sit around wishing, Dane jumped into action to acquire one of these remarkable animals. He began his own “You Caring” site to raise the $15,000 needed, and spoke in front of organizations as well. Dane was at home on October 11 when his granddad told him he had a visitor at the door. Dane ran out to find that Toffee, a yearling Chocolate Labrador, had arrived 3 months early! Toffee had been selected out of many potential puppies because she exhibited extraordinary friendliness and obedience. She had to go through 3 months of intensive training to become a service dog. Basic Obedience Training was the first step, followed by Public Access (where she was taught

what she must do to interact properly with people), and then the specific training to be a diabetic support dog. It’s dubbed “puppy boot camp” for a reason. Diabetic Support Dogs use the same sense of smell that Bomb and Drug Sniffing dogs use – their highly developed olfactory nerves allow them to smell things humans can’t. Toffee was trained to recognize when Dane’s blood sugar was not balanced by the smell the chemicals in his body gave off, and then paw him until he reacted. If he were to be unreactive, she is trained to go find help. “The very first thing Toffee did was paw me,” said Dane enthusiastically. “I went and tested my blood sugar, and sure enough, it was low! I ate 3 candies to bring it back up, and an hour later Toffee pawed me again, and my levels were high!” Athena Wirtz, the Diabetic Alert Dogs of America representative, said that this is remarkable. “Most support dogs can take up to 90 days to get used to sensing their owner’s levels. Toffee has been remarkable from the beginning. She breezed through her training so quickly that we actually tested her twice, thinking the first results must have been inaccurate!” Toffee doesn’t have much to say, but her obvious dedication to Dane is evident from the way she follows his every move and constantly watches him. Dane must daily reinforce Toffee’s training. He uses treats to teach her to obey him and to regard him as her leader. He controls her naps, playtime, and food. Toffee stays leashed to Dane’s belt at all times and accompanies him everywhere –even school! Athena shared, “These support dogs are trained to identify blood sugar changes at the earliest possible moment, which results in patients having greater ability to keep their levels even. As soon as blood sugar levels drop too low or too high, the dog can alert the owner and help tighten up their insulin and eating schedules.” To learn about Diabetic Alert Dogs, go to “DiabeticAlertDogsofAmerica.com” or call 800-975-5177. Athena cautions, “This is not an everyday situation, people need to know what a commitment this is. It’s a lot of hard work!”

Athena was very moved by the support the Central community has given Dane. She is from Las Vegas, who had just suffered the terrible mass shooting. “It restores your faith to have so many people come together for one great cause,” she stated with emotion. Dane wants to thank “Dr. Lobue and the Lion’s Club and all the great people of Central who helped me get Toffee! You have helped me so much! I also want to thank my dog Wolfie, he’s a jealous little thing, but he has been keeping me calm all the way thru this process.” When asked what his next big plan was, Dane was at a bit of a loss, but his mom Chantelle said with a smile, “The world!”

Dane Gets His Dog!

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BREC’s

BREC-A-BOOGreenwood Community Park Oct. 12-13Forest Community Park Oct. 27-28

Gus Young Park Oct. 31

Halloween HullabooCentral Sports Park Oct. 31

Trick & Treat Howl-o-ween PawtyForest Community Park Oct. 20

Zombie 5K Fun RunForest Community Park Oct. 28

Pumpkin Paddle ParadeMilford Wampold Park Oct. 26

Boo at the Zoo Baton Rouge Zoo Oct. 21-22+ 28-29

Spooky Spectrum Highland Road Park Observatory Oct. 21

Sunshine Social: Monster Mash BallWomack Park Oct. 20

Make it a Halloween Movie NightIndependence Park Theatre Oct. 13+ 27

Swamp Haunted HikesBluebonnet Swamp Oct. 13+ 20+ 27

brec.org/halloween

Halloween Events

1575 Church StreetZachary, LA 70791

Phone: (225) 654-6006

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Closing Team

Mr. and Mrs. Dwayne Perron of Denham Springs are pleased to announce the engagement and f o r t h c o m i n g marriage of their daughter, Kristin Elizabeth to Randall Enrique Garcia, son of Mr. Enrique E. Garcia of Plaquemine and Mrs. Sandra Garcia of Puerto Rico. K r i s t i n is a graduate of Central High School, Baton Rouge Community College, and Louisiana State University. She is currently employed at the Department of Public Safety. Randall is a graduate of Brusly High School and Universal Technical Institute. He is currently employed at Lula-Westfield Sugar Mill. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Perron and the late Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Vincent. The groom-elect is the grandson of Mr. Enrique B. Garcia and Mrs. Josefa Mendez, and Mrs. Ana Molina and the late Mr. Luis Fuentes. The wedding will take place on February 3, 2018, at Blackwater United Methodist Church. After a honeymoon trip to Europe, the couple will reside in Baton Rouge.

Kristin Elizabeth Perron to Wed Randall Enrique Garcia

Two students, Rain Scott-Catoire from Central High School and Daniel J. Boyette from Central Private will be honored at this year’s Greater Baton Rouge State Fair. They were awarded scholarships for their volunteer activities by the State Fair Foundation earlier this year. Both students were nominated by their schools for these scholarships. In a ceremony to be held on Sunday October 29th at 2:00 pm they will be presented certificates of their scholarship, along with 36 other winners, by Baton Rouge Mayor, Sharon Weston Broome.

These scholarships are just one of the ways that the State Fair Foundation returns the proceeds of the fair to the Baton Rouge Community. The proceeds are also used to fund grants to charitable and non-profit organizations involved with children, families, and quality of life. This program has awarded $4,000,000.00 since its inception in 1987. For more information about these programs and to see the complete list of scholarship honorees, please visit the Greater Baton Rouge State Fair website, www.gbrsf.com

Central Students Being Honored at State Fair

Gordon Mote in concert at Zoar Baptist ChurchSunday, October 29 - Doors open at 5:30 PM