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The alarm goes off! We hurriedly adorn our bodies from head to toe, preparing to enter into our day of activities that are conducive to our overall survival, livelihood, and enjoyment. Many of the things we do as part of our daily routine is done with very little thought or effort. But, we do know, we do not want to walk out into the world improperly dressed. We take all kinds of things into consideration, our mood, the weather, what we have in our closets, the latest style, fad or fashion. Keeping these things in mind we very seldom focus on spiritual things that should be our overall foundation and purpose for all that we do.

We live in a time where people spend a lot of time and money on the physical body and physical appearance. Those people attending schools and going to work and participating in recreational activities, in a diversity environment invest great attention and effort into making sure they are properly dressed and adorned. This is a commendable fact and a necessary part of any daily routine. However, I would like to propose that equal amount of time should be invested in daily spiritual dress or adornment. If not equal amount of time, improvement in the time and attention given to prepare our lives for our daily spiritual walk and battles that are inevitable for any given day.

Ephesians Chapter 6:1-18 clearly describes for us the armor we are to dress in daily. The following are directives on how to dress and prepare for our daily activities from a spiritual

perspective:10) Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11) Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes12) For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms13) Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. 14) Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, 15) and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. 16) In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. 17) Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.18) And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for the entire Lord’s people.

Being properly dressed or armed spiritually will dictate your overall mood and set into motion the proper attitude to address the matters that will concern you daily. In order to be consistently strong and ready for daily responsibilities and obligations all persons must develop a relationship and dependence on God Almighty. This is a prerequisite in order to becoming motivated to put on the armor in the first place that is necessary for continuous daily success. Then we must realize we put more emphasis on the flesh but our warfare is not carnal. “For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms”. Knowing how to dress in the natural is very important and dressing properly in the spiritual is equally if not more important. Satan and demonic influences are already defeated. However, when we are not properly dressed the elements can weaken us

and in some cases destroy us.

Lastly, reviewing what to wear and when to wear it is very important. This means we gird our lions with truth, inclusive of sexual and relationship integrity and fidelity. The breast plate of righteousness, having the spirit of God live within our hearts to direct our lives puts us in right standing with God. Wherever we go, peace goes with us and follows us because we have our feet covered with the gospel of peace. Our whole body and life is protected because we shield ourselves, our body, our families from the attacks of the enemy with the shield of our faith. What we believe is God the father, Christ our savior, crucified dead and buried, third day rose from the dead, and sits on the right hand of God the father Almighty! In conclusion, we have the helmet of salvation that protects us, our mind, so that we do not become influenced to do evil. Because, as we think in our minds, we become purposed to do in our hearts. Our salvation is what keeps us on course and focused to continue to dress properly as we face the many trials, struggles, tribulations, temptations, and setbacks. Each day we are challenged to get into the presence of God seeking guidance and direction.

Once we plan to seek God’s presence daily, we are assured to become armed and ready to face any battle that comes our way because we took the time to put on the whole armor of God.

Food for Thought: “Putting on the whole armor”by: Nettie Ranel

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Current EventsEntertainmentFashionFitnessFoodHealthLocal EventsMusicSpotlights

365 Magazine is a locally published magazine focused on current events, entertainment venues, nightlife, and other subjects that affect the people of Alexandria, Louisiana.

Each issue will features a full range of sections packed full of useful information that locals and visitors can use to plan their days and nights

365 Magazine is a local magazine published in and for the communities in Alexandria, LA and the surrounding areas, with a focus on local events, living, and entertainment. You’ll find the best information about local fashion, food, fitness, and culture, as well as spotlight features on small businesses and entrepreneurs. Our goal is to offer something that everyone can be a part of, with information for everyone in the community. Our magazine regularly features locals, artists, business, and events, custom-tailored to suit the needs of people just like you. We’re proud to be the first magazine in the area focused on local life, providing all the information you need about all the local events. We have more than six-years of publishing experience, and look forward to releasing our first issue before the year’s end. Keep coming back for new information.

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ZYDECO:A Louisiana Music Tradition

by: Steven RanelZydeco music has the ability to make a person want to dance as soon as it comes on. The up tempo beat shoots through your body as the band plays non-stop. If you have ever been to a zydeco concert then you know that there is no sitting down because of the non-stop party vibe. Men, if your shirt is not soaking wet from dancing and having a good time then you did not get the full enjoyment of a zydeco concert, ladies if that hair has not fallen down from dancing then you too did not experience a true zydeco concert.

Keith Frank, one of the most famous zydeco artists here in Louisiana made his way to downtown Alexandria, La to perform a full concert. People of all ages came out to see Keith Frank perform live. The way he moved the crowd with his hit songs was memorable; if you know Keith Frank you know that he can put on a show. The crowd was up dancing, laughing, and having a wonderful time as Keith Frank kept the hits coming. Even the little kids got in on the act because there is something about his music that makes everyone wants to dance.

Zydeco music is designed to make to you feel good and love the person that you are. Every zydeco concert that I have been too has never let me down. Louisiana is known for its zydeco music. It is amazing how the younger generation is beginning to appreciate the quality and sound of zydeco music. If you are in Louisiana and you hear about a zydeco concert please go and check one out and witness it for yourself.

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just DON’T UNDERSTANDEveryone knows the phrase and has used it on their parents, “You just don’t understand.” Honestly, from a teen’s point of view parents don’t know what is going on in their life. Parents want to keep their children in the house to protect them from the outside world. They don’t want us to grow up fast, but want us to enjoy life now. How can we enjoy life from the inside of the house? Teens and their parents are two different generations that lived their teenage lives in two different times.

Parents want their teens to enjoy life, but they are overprotective to let them enjoy life. We have to make our own mistakes in order to learn and be prepared for the life that is yet to come. Parents made mistakes and learned from them so why can’t their children do the same. You have to allow room for minor mistakes that teach valuable lessons. Don’t allow major mistakes to keep repeating, it should only happen once. Parents should go out on a limb and trust their children at least once. Then their teens won’t think you don’t understand they will see the effort to understand. The only thing teens want is their parents trust and freedom. Is that too much to ask for?

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by: Diquisha Habor

The way we live affects not only our personal health but those dependent on us. Published scientific literature states that examples of socioeconomic factors are income, education and ethnicity directly contributing to the development of disease.Recently, the journal Ethnicity and Disease (Winter 2011) found that increased obesity was linked to income below poverty level, receipt of food stamps, and lower income in general. The researchers concluded that lower income levels equated to poorer food quality and less consumption of healthy foods like fruits and vegetables. It seems the poorer you are, you face difficulties, when it comes to access to safe and affordable housing, good education and healthy foods. When we are financially burdened we are more likely to carry stress over in other areas of our lives, affecting our overall health.A May 2011 study featured in the journal Sleep Medicine found that people with the least amount of education had the most sleep complaints. In addition, those who were unemployed or making less than $75,000 a year also had significantly more sleep complaints than those who were gainfully employed and making at least $75,000 annually. Sleep is very important to the human body. This is a time when we can rejuvenate our mind, body and spirit. But if you are stressed about your surroundings, chances are you will not get the quality sleep you need to face life’s challenges. Perhaps it’s obvious that if people can’t afford to buy organic foods or fresh fruits and vegetables, they often will opt for cheaper fast food that will make them fatter and sicker. Maybe it’s even obvious

that lower-income workers or blue-collar laborers are destined to get stuck with night shifts or swing shifts that will likely impair their sleep quality. If this is the case, it seems that someone should go out of their way to make fresher and healthier foods available to those that otherwise wouldn’t have access to it. How do we go about doing that? It is surprising that the differences and consequence of socioeconomic factors such as income and education are not being more widely discussed. I often wonder why this is. The hope is that if we give people the benefit of the doubt and educate them about why it’s important to eat organic, avoid fast food, exercise more, and find healthy ways to relax, they will, in fact, try to do those things as much as possible. Everyone, not just those with a higher education and income wants to prevent illness. However, the truth is not everyone will practice a healthy lifestyle especially if it isn’t readily available to them. In saying that we should utilize more of our resources on improving access to higher quality foods and health care to those that can’t afford it. In conclusion, our socioeconomic factors affect the way we eat, where we live and play. We must get proactive in doing what is best for our overall health. Not only as individuals, but for our families, so they can pass it on to their families. I have recently started on a healthier living journey. I encourage everyone to research and start listening to your body. Being poor should not be an excuse, but a hurdle that we must overcome as a family.

References:Gazella, Karolyn. A., The Healing Factor. Published January 11, 2011.

How Does Socio-economic Factors Affect Our Overall by: LaShonda Smith

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Acoustic Concert Series

The Acoustic Concert Series was held downtown at the Alexandria Museum on September 19, 2013. The host for this event was singer song writer John Wakefield, the special guest was Will Payne Harrison. Initially I was unaware of what to expect because I had never attended an event like this before. Once I got there I was really impressed with how the concert was set up. The musicians really took pride in their music, and how they displayed it to the listening audience.As I sat and listened to the musicians play their music and entertain the audience it was captivating because I was experiencing this for the first time and I loved the whole experience. One thing that I loved about the concert was that it was happening here in Alexandria, and I did not have to travel to a different city to attend an event like this. Seeing local talent being showcased on this level was a sight to see. The people who attended the concert were just as pleased as I was. I asked someone in the audience what was one thing that they liked about coming to these concerts, and they simply said “the live music is amazing.”The Acoustic Concert Series is something that is here to stay, and a must see for those who have yet to attend one. There is something about listening to live music that inspires you to want to go out and showcase your talents to the world. So I encourage everyone here in Alexandria to find out when the next concert is and attend one and I promise you wont be disappointed.

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Annual Family Riding Event a huge Successby: Steven Ranel

Riding bikes can be a wonderful experience, add to that the family environment and it makes it even better. There is no greater feeling than having a family bike ride, and everyone is enjoying each other’s company. This will help make a familys bond stronger, and will allow them to work together as a team to help encourage each other to keep going. The Le Tour de Bayou is one of those events that allows families, as well as group riders to come together to ride their bikes for the love of the sport.

The La Tour de Bayou was held on September 21, 2013 at the Kent Plantation House. This event was full of great fun and entertainment for all ages. Even though there was inclement weather the people of Alexandria, La did not let it stop them from showing up for this event. The smiling faces were plentiful as well as children having fun riding their bikes with their parents. Even the grandparents came out and participated in this event because they appreciate the value of familial bonds when they are older. The event did not end when the bike riding was over with, there was an abundance of food from local vendors and live music for those who did not participate in the bike ride.

The La Tour de Bayou is an annual event that is surely an event that will be happening for years to come. If you have a love for riding bikes or teaching others how to ride bikes then this event is something you should consider attending. Remember the La Tour de Bayou is a family event and they encourage families to come out and enjoy each other through bike riding.

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The home, which was impacted by I-49 construction, was rescued, relocated, restored, and established as the first African American Museum in Louisiana. Since its opening in August of 1992, the Museum has become a nationally recognized treasured landmark and a model institution that serves a cross-cultural community. The birthplace home of Arna Wendell Bontemps stands as a symbol of our past, present, and future. The Museum belongs to the community just as the works of Arna Bontemps belong to Alexandria and the world

The Arna Bontemps African American Museum and Cultural Arts Center was founded in 1988 by the Arna Bontemps Foundation, Incorporated, a non-profit, tax-exempt organization. The organization was formed through the Division of Community Affairs, Office of the Mayor, City of Alexandria, Louisiana.

The Museum is the restored childhood home of Arna Bontemps - poet, author, anthologist, and librarian - who was considered the leading authority of the Harlem Renaissance. The period sometimes referred to as the “New Negro” movement - is when young Black writers went to Harlem to share the Black experience through their writing.

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The Museum is the restored childhood home of Arna Bontemps

The Arna Bontemps African American Museum and Cultural Arts Center was founded in 1988

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Located in the heart of Alexandria, LA

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taking cenla to the next level.

IIn November of 2013 365 Magazine launched its magazine, and this could not have come at a better time. The need for a well-rounded magazine in Central

Louisiana did not go unnoticed. While talking with the CEO and Founder of 365 Magazine, Mr. Steven Ranel I asked him why he felt like Central Louisiana needed this magazine. He stated “the city needed this because there is so much that goes on here and a lot of people are unaware of the events in the area, I feel that this magazine is going to showcase all the local events and put them a bigger scale to be seen and promoted”.

Further into the interview with Steven, he explained to that the magazine will also cover food, fitness, music, fashion, and entertainment. This will be a diverse magazine that everyone can take something from. That is the sole reason behind the name. 365 magazine “A Daily Dose of Style and Entertainment”. This magazine is for the people of Central Louisiana and the surrounding areas. 365 Magazine wants to showcase the local talent we have here whether it be singing, event planning, cooking or businesses. 365 Magazine wants their brand to be gateway for people to advertise anything that may have going on in their community. Steven and his staff feel that if they give the people of Central Louisiana something they can identify with then this endeavor will be a huge success.

365 Magazine will take the local communities to the next level because their main mission is to put out a good product that represents the city and its people. When people feel like they have a voice and can be heard they will put their support behind it. 365 Magazine is the voice for the people of Central Louisiana.

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Louisiana’s Rising StarkelBorn in the summer of 1990, Keldric Bonton (Kel) was influenced early on by his family’s choice in music with performers such as: Earth, Wind and Fire, LTD, Maze featuring Frankie Beverly and many others. With his father having attended college in the late 70’s at Southern University in Baton Rouge, who was no stranger to the phenomena – Southern University Band, would later in life take young Kel to hear the magnetic sounds of Southern’s band perform.

To no surprise, after many trips to Baton Rouge in his youth with his father, Kel decided early on that one day he would become a musician and play in a band while writing rhymes at the age of 15 taking the name Killa Kel; later making it in the band to play in the halls of Peabody Magnet High School before graduating in 2008 just as his father did. Later that year, he released his first mixtape titled College Preparation Vol. 1 solely on his own and has to date released 7 mixtapes with his most recent release titled, All I Ever Wanted.

Taking a different route to college than his father Kel attended the University of Louisiana at Monroe where he would continue his career as a rapper while going to school; later becoming a graduate in the fall of 2012. Before graduating from ULM he decided to open up his own Indie Label in 2012, Flyy Guy Entertainment, upon receiving mounds of support for his 2011 single track release Southern Belle which still receives constant airplay to this day as a hit amongst the various HBCU’s in Louisiana – proving that he’s more than capable of holding his own alongside the new wave of energy in hip-hop music. Prior the release of Southern Belle Kel made the decision to let go of his previous moniker Killa Kel after some soul-searching ideas about who and what he represents as a rapper, artists and musicians.

Slated to release mid-October - All I Ever Wanted - has proven that a name change or critics can’t stop Kel’s movement in the rap game with forthcoming hits like: Take It Off, Wouldn’t Miss It, New Benz, and more. With

successful hit’s like Southern Belle, LATX, Project X2 and Dollar Signs ($$$) growing momentum and constant airplay on local and neighboring radio stations such as: Kiss 98.7 (Alexandria), 102.3 Jamz (Alexandria), Max 94.1 (Baton Rouge), 100.1 The Beat (Monroe) and a host of internet radio stations has helped expand his market of listeners and earned him the credits of Best Local Artist, Artist of the Week, and Top 10 Countdowns. Kel has continued to perform all across his home state (Louisiana) constantly booking upcoming concerts, performances as well as appearances.

For more information and/or for booking, please contact: Chad Kristian, Chad Kristian – Management and Public Relations, LLC. chad@ck-mpr.com

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Kel released his first mixtape in 2008 “College Preparation Vol. 1” solely on his own and has to date released 7 mixtapes with his most recent release titled, “All I Ever Wanted.”

KEL’S EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH 365

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ARTIST BIOGRAPHYTRAN WOODS

Tran Woods was born and raised in a small city called, Alexandria, La. He was born to a musical family that played instruments and sung throughout churches in the south. Most of Tran’s uncles and grandpas played either the bass guitar or lead guitar. Most women in Tran’s family, including his grandmothers and mother, sung in churches. At the age of 15, Tran started to produce for artist in his neighbor hood. First, Tran listened to the jazz station every Sunday to record jazz instrumentals. After, listening and recording those instrumentals he played the instrumentals for the artist he was producing. But, with in less than a few years, Tran became very skilled at playing the guitar, keyboard, drums, bass, and producing his own instrumentals.

After high school he went to college to enhance his education and skills. He majored in electronics and learned music theory on his own. In his first year in college, he produced a hip hop song that became the number 1 song in his college town. He produced for several underground artists within his college and home town. When Tran was in college he was exposed to classical, heavy metal, country, and alternative styles of music. This was an eye opener for him. After graduating from college, he moved to Atlanta, GA and worked for the biggest music retail company in the United States. There he met mainstream artist from Andre 3000, Ceelo Green, Dallas Austin and many more. Working at the biggest music retail company was the pinnacle of Tran’s music experience. Tran was exposed to the film industry and music industry. There he developed his unique style of rock/pop/soul/country/r&b all mixed together. While living in Atlanta, Ga, Tran met people that where in the mainstream and underground music industry. In Atlanta, Ga, Tran did not mention to other producers that he was a music producer. He mainly told other producers he was a guitar player. This was helpful, because, most producers could not play an instrument. This strategy helped him get into more doors.

After entering the industry, Tran recognized the Generic patterns of the music industry. He felt no one wanted to be themselves. Everyone wanted to sound like someone else. Nobody wanted to take a chance on originality. So, after 5 years of being fed up with the music industry, Tran decided to record his own album. Having no budget, Tran sacrificed a normal lifestyle to record his album. He financed his album with unemployment earnings. Already owning a studio, Tran moved his studio to a storage unit. There he lived and recorded his album. While recording his album, Tran decided to name his album, “The Louisiana Purchased”. He said, “This album name touched his heart”.

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5TH ANNUAL ZOMBIE WALKThe 5th Annual Zombie Walk

was held in downtown Alexandria on October 19, 2013. This event brought out some of the scariest and most creative costumes will you ever see. The time and effort that was put into each costume let me know that the people really take pride in this event, and who can blame them because the city really came out to support this event. Not only was there people dressed up as zombies, but there were local vendors there who supported the zombie walk as well.

The support that this event received was so amazing because downtown was alive with people looking to see what kind of costumes

the people were going to show up in. Some of the costumes were so well presented that they actually had me frightened. Seeing how everyone was enjoying themselves really warmed my heart because for that moment everyone was there for the same reason which was to enjoy the costumes and the company of good people. With the constant support of the community, Zombie Walk will continue to be a success. The event helped to bring the city together on a positive note.

I am looking forward to seeing what new zombie costumes will be in attendance for next year’s Zombie Walk. It will be interesting to see how the participants are going to

top this year and make this bigger and better as the years go on. The whole event was really impressive and well organized, everyone had a great time. Make a note to attend next year’s Zombie Walk in Downtown Alexandria.

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RAPIDES JUNIOR RUNNERSCommunity Spotlight:

Louisiana has always been known for its wide variety of food. People in Louisiana love to cook. There is nothing that can bring a family together faster than a home cooked meal. We believe that food will mend broken hearts and bring people closer together. Food for us is therapy, and when we think of food here in Louisiana we think of family and having a good time. Growing up there was nothing like having Sunday dinner after church. Playing with your favorite cousins, and anticipating your uncle giving you a dollar just because he felt like he should for his nephew or niece all bring back fond memories for me.

Barbequing here in Louisiana is something that can get real interesting because everyone thinks that they can barbeque the best ribs or the best chicken. There are many different “secret” recipes for homemade barbeque sauce, as well as a variety of techniques that people use to make their barbeque stand out from others. All people have to say is that someone is barbequing and you can guarantee it’s going to turn into a party. A barbeque for us here in Louisiana is not about the food but it’s more about the fellowship people have while they are waiting on the food to get done. There is nothing like standing around outside talking with your family and friends and smelling that barbeque flavor in the air.

Louisiana has so many signature dishes like gumbo, crawfish etouffee, and red beans & rice the list just goes on. Our culture is built on family and always taking care of family. Our ancestors taught us that in order to make sure your family was doing ok you invite them over for a meal and sit and talk with them. That’s what makes Louisiana so special because there is nothing like Southern Hospitality.

Rapides Junior Runners is an organization that believes in the health and wellness of young kids. It is important that kids get out of the house and venture outside to play. Being an active kid will help with weight loss, as well as allow them to make friends with other kids who like to be active as well. It has been said that kids who are active are more likely to have a happy childhood. Kids who are involved with outside activities with other kids learn how to work together, and be part of a team. This will help them later on in life when they grow up and go out into the real world.

Rapides Junior Runners host running events for kids of all ages. These kids learn that no matter how fast they are it is all about finishing the race. These events teach them that it is not how you start, but all in how you finish. At these events it is good that the parents are able to participate with their kids to help encourage them to keep going no matter how tired they get. The support of the parents is vital because the kids will learn that matter what happens in life you will always have a good support system made of the people that love and care for your well-being.

Rapides Junior Runners is a positive organization that is geared toward developing young runners and teaching them to believe in their talent. No kid is too young to start running and being active. So if you have a child or children who are interesting in running then Rapides Junior Runners is the way to go.

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2. Diquisha will dance the night away in this Jodi Kristopher dress in Teal & Beige with corkscrew ruffles and lace bodice, belted at the waist/Dillard’s

3. Steven explores the world of Ralph Lauren in this black Polo Sweater layered over plaid shirt and slim polo denims /Dillard’s Men’s wear

4. Indigo Saints Mixed media Jacket featuring exaggerated lapels, zipper details in the front, faux-leather sleeves, and front pockets topped over coordinating Black Leatherette skinny’s Gianni Bini 5. For cool casual outdoor look from Dillard’s Juniors Imari is sporting a Black leather jacket by I.N. San Francisco accented with V. Fraas plaid Infinity scarf 6. Floyd is weaing a lightweight puffer vest from Solaris/Dillard’s for extra outdoor insulation

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Their mission is to show people that hard work and

dedication pays off, and nothing is impossible . . .

“Street Sweepas Car Club” was started in Alexandria, La by Steven Ranel and Emile Hurts. At the time of printing, the club consists of three other members Connie Buffin, Adrian Jack, and Arsenio King. The Street Sweepas are a positive group of young men and women, they believe in being role models for kids and a positive force in the community. Their mission is to show people that hard work and dedication pays off, and nothing is impossible as long as you put your mind to it.

What sets the “Street Sweepas Car Club” apart from other car clubs is that it is an exclusive car club. To be a member of Street Sweepas you either have to have a Dodge Charger, Dodge Challenger, or a Chevy Camaro. The customization on the members’ cars is comparable to that of the blockbuster movie series The Fast and Furious. The Street Sweepas turn heads no matter where they go because there

is no other car club in Cenla quite like theirs; this was something that did not happen by accident. The members felt like they needed to be different from others so that they can do positive things in here Central Louisiana. Being different allows them to be creative and express themselves thru their

cars. With their “Fast cars and nice paint jobs” this car club is a sight to see. Who says you have to look online or go to the movies to see fast cars and nice price jobs. We have all that right here in Central Louisiana with the Street Sweepas Car Club!

The members of Street Sweepas plan on being around for a long time. They have a plethora of community service projects planned as well in the near future. Membership is open to positive minded individuals to join their club, so that they can do bigger and better things. I enjoyed getting to know the members of the Street Sweepas and seeing all the different features their cars have. The next time you see a stream of lights do not be alarmed it’s not a UFO it’s the Street Sweepas.

STREET SWEEPASTAKING OVER THE STREETSgiving Back to the coMMUnitY.

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Billy Dee Williams

Having a father that played in the

NFL and was a college football coach

during my youth, I was always near

a weight room. Like most guys, I

played 3 sports in high school and

have always been in and out of the

gym. It wasn’t until 2011 I walked

into a supplement store and the

owner looked at me and said, “Have

you ever thought about competing”?

I was shocked at first because I

don’t have the size of your typical

bodybuilder. The owner told me

about the NPC and the new division

Men’s Physique. Once I researched

it, I knew this was what I wanted to

do. Without a coach, dietician, or

gym membership I started training.

When the word got out what I was

doing, I had a lot of folks laughing at

me!!

Writing my own diet and taking the

time to learn and understand what

I was putting in my body gave me a

leg up. I quickly learned that it was

really 80% diet. I didn’t change a lot

of what I was doing in the gym just

really monitoring my nutrition.

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Joe “Mr.Physique” Cantu

Well started my Men’s Physique journey Oct. 9 2012. I competed in Texas State Houston Pro show , in which I placed 2nd in Men’s Open physique division . It was a great achievement considering I had no coach and guidance through out my prep. I did my diet paced on my body and what reacted well to it. i qualified Nationally and went on the next month to Atlanta National championships 2012 . I placed 16th at my first Big National show and I honestly walk back stage and really felt out classes . But the show most go on and I did my best and learned a great deal. My first show this 2013 season was Jr. Usa’s in Charleston , Sc . I placed 7th and made second call outs . Next was Jr championships in Chicago which I missed due to flight trouble . Spent five hours at IAH in Houston and missed the show. Took a week vacation and regrouped my training and mind.. I look around for a prep coach and found the perfect fit with Kash Guidry out of Louisiana . Kash’s Assassin !! Kash had a good team of physique guys on his team and I was fortune enough he took me on. What made me pick him was , he was Sadik hadzovic prep coach as well and Sadik is one of the Top Men’s Physique pros and i was sold. Once prep started I knew it was a great fit . My body transformed in about two weeks. After the 8 week prep for IFBB North Americans in Pittsburgh I earned my PRO CARD and won my “F” Class . That was the greatest Achievement thus far in only a years time.. I jsut recently competed in my first Pro show in Kentucky Muscle Pro. I placed 19th out of 26 . Not to pleased and Kash wasn’t either but it could have been rookie judgement and not at all that I didnt belong on the PRO STAGE .

The road to the Olympia 2014 has begun and I will not be out work and stopped from getting my OLYMPIA BID in SUMMER 2014 .......

Teria Edwards

My name is Teria Edwards. I am a

wife and mother to three amazing

boys. I have my Bachelor’s Degree

with a concentration in project

management. I am a Certified Fitness

Instructor. My fitness journey began

in my early twenties; after having my

first son I joined 24 hour fitness and

I fell in love with Turbo Kick Boxing.

I went from doing Billy Blanks in

my living room to teaching fitness

classes, and personal training at

24 hour Fitness. Being pregnant

with my youngest son taught me

the importance of not just working

out, but also eating properly with

a balanced nutrition. A healthy

lifestyle is what works best for me. I

am dedicated to maintain a Healthy

Lifestyle and to stay fit, and my goal

is to teach others to do the same in

their own lives.

I have started a business called Body

Sculpting by Teria Edwards. I teach

individuals how to live a healthy

lifestyle, and how to maintain it with

fitness and food. I aspire to become

a Fitness Inspirational Speaker,

model and eventually compete. I am

motivated to work hard to meet my

goals and inspire others to do the

same.

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The Susan G. Komen “Race for the Cure” was held on October 19, 2013in downtown Alexandria. This is such a positive event because it promotes the awareness of breast cancer. People of all ages come out to this event to show their support to those who have breast cancer or to those who has lost their battle with breast cancer. This disease is something that should be taken very seriously because without the proper treatment it can be fatal. It is imperative that women get there yearly mammograms, eat right, and exercise on a regular basis. The” Race for the Cure” affords people the opportunity to show their support on a different scale.

Those who participate are letting everyone knowthat one day we believe that there will be a cure for the terrible disease, and that we will not stop fighting until there is one. The race is so close and dear to a lot of our hearts because everyone knows someone who has or had this disease. There are a lot of success stories of women beating this disease, but we are working toward a cure so that women in the future will not have to worry about dying from breast cancer, so that they can live a long healthy life with their families. So next year when the race comes back around we hope to see more people getting involved to help us beat this disease that has taken so many loves from us.

Race for the Cure:The fight to end Breast Cancer.

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1014 3RD STREET ALEXANDRIA, LA (318) 308-1950

Hosting an event or a private party can get real hard if you cannot find the perfect venue for your function. All of the activities that you may have planned for that night may not mean a thing if the venue is not up to par. People spend thousands of dollars to find that perfect spot to host there events and rarely find exactly what they are searching for. Search no more! The Gem is the perfect place that can provide all of your needs. There is nothing that The Gem cannot provide to satisfy it customers.

The Gem is one of our more stylish and classy places to host an event or private party, and the prices are very affordable. If you are looking for a venue that personifies perfection then The Gem is that place.

The Gem is one of those places

that as soon as you walk you in you are amazed at how beautiful this place is. From its high ceilings to its spacious setup this place is a must have if you are looking to take your event planning to the next level. There is no other place that can give you the satisfaction like The Gem can.

Having The Gem on your list as one of the premier event spots will boost your status amongst your peers. Knowing that we have such a classy place in our area should make people want to reserve The Gem right away because who would not want a place that will set your events or private parties apart from everyone else.

So the next time you are planning something just remember that The Gem is hands down the best place to host your event or private party.

A brief profile of the classy establishment located in downtown alexandria.

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