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Central High School graduate Ashton Kennedy got the idea as he sat in the funeral service of Trevor Sims. Trevor was the brave little boy whose dying wish was to help the Baton Rouge Food Bank so "no child goes hungry". The student body at CHS worked hard to make his wish a reality, eventually raising $16,000. Trevor lost his battle with cancer at the age of 11 in 2013. Since then, each year, Central Community Schools in partnership with Raising Cane's have held fundraisers that have supplied thousands of meals to needy people in his memory. Trevor, without even his mother knowing, had made a video to be played at his funeral. In it he expressed his wish that needy children would continue to be fed. He also joked he would love to see a statue of himself someday in Baton Rouge. Though knowing Trevor was not serious about that wish, Ashton took it to heart and made

it his mission to see that dream fulfilled. Ashton, now a sophomore at Louisiana Tech, first heard of Trevor when president of the student government at Central High. Donna Soniat, the sponsor, brought an article from WAFB to their attention. "This was not just a great cause, it was also a kid in our community,' Ashton said, "We knew we had to do something. The Lord was with us and gave us peace of mind and we were able to fulfill Trevor's wish." With the help of many people, including Coach Dale Brown, WAFB’s Greg Meriwether, Jim Perry, Mayor Kip Holden, Carolina Panthers player Charles Tillman, our local Raising Cane's, and all of those who bought t-shirts, after a year's worth of fundraising, Ashton had secured enough money to have a statue made of Trevor.

Join the Central Cultural Foundation next THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2015 AT 7:00 p.m. at Central Perk for an “Evening with Poe”! The writings of Poe will set the mood for the season, as we drift into the magic of “Once Upon

A Midnight Dreary”, with readings and explanations of how and why Poe became a source of fascination to the American public in the 19th century. Enjoy the atmosphere of Central Perk, with a grand selection of coffee and cuisine. Feel free to come in costume. The CCF encourages the public to dress like their favorite Edgar Allan Poe character! Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes. Come join us as we walk with Poe in the morbid and mysterious shadows of the moon in dark rooms, cemeteries and castles, where the very houses scream silently from the dark of the night , and the meaning of the word “Nevermore” from the throaty mutterings of the immortal ebony bird brings on the mood created by his writings.

An Evening with Poe Next Thursday

At this Friday’s Central High School Football home game, they will be “passing the hat” for donations to help CHS graduate Devon Gales with expenses incurred as a result of his recent injury in the Southern vs Georgia football game. The field will also be painted in honor of Georgia, Southern, and Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The communities surrounding the University of Georgia, Southern University, and Central have been

wonderfully supportive of Devon and his family.This Friday is also the Hall of Fame Game, so Harry

Breeden, Sr. will be inducted at halftime (see page 9).

See Trevor, Page 4

Trevor HonoredVote This Saturday

Pictured: Ashton Kennedy and Trevor Sims

The polls will be open this Saturday, October 24 from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. Voters should already be registered to vote and should bring a picture I.D. To see an example ballot, to see where you should go to vote, and to see all other frequently sought election information, visit www.GeauxVote.com. Once there, you can enter your name or address to see your polling place and sample ballot. If you are in Ward/Precinct 3-6 A&B or 3-14 A&B and have voted at the

old Central Middle School building in the past, you will now be voting at the new Central Middle School gym at 12656 Sullivan Road. Central Middle School is located behind Central Intermediate School at the new school property by the Sullivan/Gurney roundabout. There are quite a few items on the ballot this Saturday for state level offices, as well as several Louisiana Constitutional Amendments. Turn to page 3 for a list of items on the ballot.

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Join Coaches Sid Edwards and Steve Johnson this and every Thursday at 5pm on FM 91.9 for the Sports Central radio show. This week features players of the week Josh Tanksley, Gabe Brown and Jeral Ward. Stop by Coaches Grill and get some wings or burgers and the scoop on this Friday's home game against rival Denham Springs. The Central Stat Care broadcast of Friday's game airs at 6:45 PM on 91.9 Radio Amor.

Sports Central Live at Coaches Grill My article this week is to the point, GO VOTE! Over the last six years, I have had my understanding reinforced that voting is of utmost importance in protecting our way of life. Not only is it important to protecting our way of life, it is vital in creating and sustaining a quality business climate. If you don’t watch out for your interests and vote accordingly, someone else will gladly set the agenda for you! You may not always have elections turn out the way you desired but at least you made your wishes known! This weekend is important! We have the opportunity to exercise our right to vote! The October Investors’ Luncheon featured the four candidates for Lieutenant Governor and the two candidates for Secretary of State. Listening to the different responses from the various candidates further reinforced the necessity of all our citizens getting out to vote. There are truly some fundamental differences amongst the candidates not only in those races but in many others! With so much focus being placed on the Governor’s and Lieutenant Governor’s races it

may be tempting to overlook the importance of the various other races. Races such as Secretary of Agriculture, State Treasurer, Secretary of State, Various House and Senate positions, Attorney General, and Clerk of Court, just to name a few, will all play an important roles in the years to come. The Central Chamber, as a nonprofit group, can’t tell you how to vote because we haven’t formed a PAC – Political Action Committee. However, I want to strongly urge you to examine the candidates, find out what they stand for, and what they would do if elected to the office they seek. Budget, budget spending priorities, taxes, incentives, credits, jobs creation, economic growth, infrastructure, and many other important issues that will improve or hinder a pro-business climate will all be at the forefront over the next few years. From the perspective of the chamber of commerce, it is vital that business owners seek out the candidates that are going to protect the interests of the business community and work to advance the economy of our state. So this weekend, GO VOTE!

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Vote This Saturday for State Officials, AmendmentsYou will vote for one candidate for each of the following:

GOVERNORScott A. Angelle (Republican)

Beryl Billiot (No Party)“Jay” Dardenne (Republican)

Cary Deaton (Democrat)John Bel Edwards (Democrat)Jeremy “JW” Odom (No Party)

Eric Paul Orgeron (Other)S L Simpson (Democrat)David Vitter (Republican)

LIEUTENANT GOVERNORElbert Lee Guillory (Republican)Melvin “Kip” Holden (Democrat)

Billy Nungesser (Republican)John Young (Republican)

SECRETARY OF STATETom Schedler (Republican)

Chris Tyson (Democrat)

ATTORNEY GENERALGeri Baloney (Democrat)

Buddy Caldwell (Republican)Ike Jackson (Democrat)Jeff Landry (Republican)

Marty Maley (Republican)

STATE TREASURERJohn Kennedy (Republican)

Jennifer Treadway (Republican)

COMMISSIONER OF AGRICULTURECharlie Greer (Democrat)

Ace Juttner (Green)Jamie LaBranche (Republican)

MIke Strain (Republican)

COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCEJim Donelon (Republican)

Donald C. Hodge (Democrat)Charlotte McGehee (Democrat)

Matt Parker (Republican)

BESE DISTRICT 6Kathy Edmonston (Republican)

Jason Engen (Republican)Jason France (Libertarian)Etta Licciardi (Republican)

Laree LeJeune Taylor (Republican)

SENATE DISTRICT 13**This office will only be on some ballots,

as Senate District 13 only covers a part of Central.Derek Babcock (Republican)

Dale Erdey (Republican)

CLERK OF COURTSarah Holliday-James (Republican)

Doug Welborn (Republican)

In the event that any of the above offices does not have a candidate win over 50% of the vote, there will be a runoff election on November 21, 2015.

You will vote “YES” or “NO” for each of the following:

CA NO. 1 (ACT 473 - SB 202)BUDGET & TRANSPORTATION

STABILIZATION TRUSTCreates a new transportation projects fund and restructures

the rainy day fund.The main purpose of this proposed amendment is to create a constitutionally protected fund for state transportation projects. The amendment converts the state’s Budget Stabilization Fund, which is also known as the Rainy Day Fund, into two companion subfunds: one to fulfill the functions of a Budget Stabilization Fund and the other to become a new transportation fund. The amendment does not raise taxes. It does not change the state’s existing Transportation Trust Fund, which will continue to be the primary source of state infrastructure spending. Basically the amendment would take a portion of the state’s mineral revenue that would otherwise be placed in the

Budget Stabilization Fund and send that money to the new transportation fund.A “YES” vote would steer state mineral revenue to a new transportation

projects fund and restructure the Budget Stabilization Fund.A “NO” vote would leave the current revenue flow and Budget Stabilization

Fund intact.

CA NO. 2 (ACT 471 - HB 618)FUNDS FOR TRANSPORTATION

Allows the State Treasurer the option of investing in the state infrastructure bank.

A “YES” vote would allow the treasurer to invest public funds in a state infrastructure bank.

A “NO” vote would require the newly created infrastructure bank to rely on other financing.

CA NO. 3 (ACT 472 - HB 518)FISCAL LEGISLATIVE SESSION

Provides new guidelines for legislation in a fiscal session.A “YES” vote would broadly define what kind of tax and revenue bills can

be filed in a legislative fiscal session.A “NO” vote would leave in place the specific list of allowable tax legislation

for fiscal sessions.

CA NO. 4 (ACT 470 - HB 360)PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR

PUBLIC LAND/PROPERTYAllows local governments to tax property within their jurisdictions that is owned by local or state governments outside of Louisiana.A “YES” vote would require states or local governments outside of Louisiana

to pay taxes on properties they own in Louisiana.A “NO” vote would leave the question to the courts, which recently ruled that state or local governments outside Louisiana are exempt from property tax.

PW PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM - 11.1 MILLS - METRO COUNCIL - 10 YRS

A “YES” vote would authorize the renewal of the existing 11.1 mills ad valorem tax (an estimated $43,586,820 is reasonably expected to be collected from the levy of this tax for an entire year), for a period of ten (10) years, beginning in 2016, and annually thereafter, to and including the year 2025. The proceeds of the tax will be used entirely and exclusively for the purpose of maintaining and operating the public library system of East Baton Rouge Parish and its branches, and improving services, acquiring land and constructing new library facilities, title to which is and shall be in the public.

A “NO” vote would not authorize the renewal of this tax.

Summaries of Louisiana Constitutional Amendments were written by the Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana, which presents what it describes as “an independent, non-partisan review” of amendments for each election. You can find more in-depth information about these amendments and the Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana by visiting www.parlouisiana.com.

The following candidates for office are running unopposed. You therefore will not see their names or offices on your

ballot, as they will be elected automatically:

Senate District 6Bodi White (R)

House District 64Valarie Hodges (R)

House District 65Barry Ivey (R)

EBR SheriffSid Gautreaux (R)

AssessorBrian Wilson (R)

CoronerBeau Clark (R)

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Classifieds

Email classifieds@centralspeaks.com. Deadline Tuesday at NOON. Real estate & professional ads are

$10 for 3 lines, plus $3 per extra line. Other ads are free for 3 lines (35 characters per line).

For Lease: 1000 square foot office building. 12023 Sullivan Rd. behind

Lancasters $850 per month. Call 261-5000.

THURSDAY 10/22: Central Speaks Hits the StreetsSherman & Balhoff 5 Year Anniversary Party, 4-7PMCHS Volleyball vs Tara, Home, 5PMSports Central Radio Show, Coaches Grill, 910 AM, 5PMBoard of Adjustments Meeting, Kristenwood, 5PMFood Addicts Anonymous, Lane RMC, 5:30PMPlanning and Zoning Meeting, Kristenwood, 6PMLive Music with Destiny Manzella, Caliente, 6-9PM

FRIDAY 10/23:Artist’s Paint-In/Crafts Work Room at Magnolia UMC, 9:30AM-12PMCHS Hall of Fame Reception, CHS Cafeteria, 5:30PMCHS Varsity Football vs Denham Springs, Home, 7PMCPS Varsity Football vs Bens Ford, Home, Homecoming, 7PM

SATURDAY 10/24:Election Day! Polls are open 7AM-8PMMagnolia UMC Community Market, 8AMPumpkin Patch Craft Show, Blackwater UMC, 9AM-4PM

SUNDAY 10/25: See you at church! Trunk or Treat, Blackwater UMC, 5-6:30PM

MONDAY 10/26: CCSS Fall BreakCHS Volleyball at St. Amant, 4PMSchool Board Meeting, School Board Office, 6PM

TUESDAY 10/27: CHS Volleyball vs Belaire, Home, 5PMCity Council Meeting, 6PMFace Painting & Balloon Animals w/ Twinkle the Clown, Caliente, 6-8PM

WEDNESDAY 10/28:CHS Volleyball vs Hahnville, Home, Senior Night, 4:30PMCHS JV Football vs Zachary, Home, 6PMFall Festival, First Baptist Church Central, 6:30PM

THURSDAY 10/29: Central Speaks Hits the StreetsSports Central Radio Show, 910 AM, 5PMFood Addicts Anonymous, Lane RMC, 5:30PMLive Music with Klair Ann, Caliente, 6-9PMCCF Presents An Evening with Poe, Central Perk, 7PM

FRIDAY 10/30:Artist’s Paint-In/Crafts Work Room at Magnolia UMC, 9:30AM-12PMCHS Varsity Football at Zachary, 7PMALC Art Show Closes at Greenwell Springs Library

SATURDAY 10/31:Happy Halloween!CHS Volleyball at EpiscopalMagnolia UMC Community Market, 8AMFamily Fall Fest, Blackwater UMC, 10AM-2PMRocktoberfest at The Rock Church, 4-6PMHaunting at Central Perk w/ Haunted Room & Hot Chocolate, 5-8PM

CENTRALCOMMUNITY

CALENDAR

For Rent: 3BR/1.5BA House on acreage. Plenty of space, Central

schools. $1,250/mo. 225-315-2236

For Sale: 2 cemetery plots, Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, Mason Section,

$1500 each. 225-937-3828

Garage Sale: Huge Inside Garage Sale, Lots of everything, 24060 Edwards Rd,

Pride, Fri&Sat Oct 23 and 24th

Garage Sale: Fri & Sat Oct 23 & 24, 7am -2pm 19037 Magnolia Bend, furniture,

antiques, bldg mat’l, tools, toys, and more!

Free: Replacement Siding PANELS to match older homes. 225-261-0954

For Sale: Cindy Crawford Twin Bedroom Set: bed/matt; night std;

dresser; desk/chair $1500nego 937-4762.

Garage Sale: 3 garage sales in Bridlewood. Fri and Sat Oct 23 & 24. Household items,

tools, husband cleaning out shop!For Sale: Bonavita 8 c. coffee pot w/

insulated carafe. 600 filters. $85.00 Call 225-261-2082

For Sale: Camp fire wood - Pine - $1 cash per stick. Yew - $2 cash per stick.

Call 225-261-2082.

Garage Sale: Friday Oct. 23rd 7-3 & Sat. Oct. 24th 7-2 17525 Hearthwood Dr

Northwoods Subdivision

Garage Sale: Saturday Oct 24th from 6am -4pm Assort. Items- 11033

Brillock Comite Hills West Sub.

For Sale: 14538 Richardson. Reduced. Qualifies for Rural Development Loan

($0 down). Seller will assist with closing costs. Move-in condition, 3BR/2BA,

treed back yard. Only $132,000. Call L. Laird 938-6677 or D. Brown 715-9639.

Villar & Co Realtors 744-2610

For Sale: 4+ acres in Central. No flood zone, partially treed. Call 225-939-4105.

Ashton was amazed at how donations came in from all over the country, but then, Trevor and his wish had influenced people in 44 other states to give to their food banks as well. Ashton's grandfather Don Kennedy helped by researching potential artists to sculpt the bust. Most of all, Ashton credits God. "This would not be possible without support from family, friends, and the Lord." Lafayette artists Pat and Celia Soper were chosen to create the bust. They are presently working on the clay sculpture, which should be ready for approval and eventual casting in bronze in 3-4 months. The bust will be placed in front of the Old State Capitol on North Boulevard. "I am touched that people from all over the country helped to make this happen," shared Ashton, "It is a tribute to the impact he had on so many."

Trevor, Continued from Page 1

For the rest of October, you can view the Art League of Central’s

fall juried show, “Fall into Central.” Come to the Greenwell

Springs Road Library during library hours to see the free show

put on by our local artists.

Running Unopposed

House For Sale in Central - need to downsize. FSBO as is, great potential. 2,365 sq ft, 5BR/3 full baths, game room, loft-style house, 2.1 acres, 1,200 sq ft barn, fenced in horse yard, pond. Roof 3.5 yrs old. Just needs family to fill with laughter. Call Renee 603-1997.

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Due to the extremely dry conditions within the state, State Fire Marshal H. Butch Browning and Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain have issued a cease and desist order for all private burning, pursuant to authority under R.S. 40:1563. Private burning shall only be allowed by permission of the local fire department or local government. This order is effective as of 6:00am, October 16, 2015 and shall remain in effect until lifted. This statewide burn ban is in response to

extreme dry conditions, abnormal emergency responses, and adverse future weather predictions. This ban shall not apply to prescribed burns by the Department of Agriculture and Forestry, by those trained and certified by the Department of Agriculture and Forestry, or by those who conduct prescribed burning as a “generally accepted agriculture practice” as defined by the Louisiana Right to Farm Law (R.S. 3:3601 et seq.). Violation of this Fire Marshal order could result in criminal and/or civil penalties.

Burn Ban Issued for Entire State

From Central Fire Department Reports of a working house fire in the 2400 block of Stevendale Rd. with occupants trapped inside scrambled East Side, Central and District Six Fire Departments Monday night at 11:49 pm. When the first East Side engine company arrived, the two story house was discovered totally involved with most of the second floor completely burned off the residence. Firefighters were informed that first arriving law enforcement officers and civilians

heard what they thought were screams from occupants trapped in the fire. Firefighters quickly controlled the flames then began an exhaustive process which lasted for hours searching for victims. Fortunately, around 4:00 am the occupants were locate elsewhere, unharmed and unaware of the fire. The home and its contents were a total loss and there were no civilian or fire service injuries. St. George and Baton Rouge Fire Departments assisted at the scene.

Central Fire Department Responds to House Fire

CPS Raises $760 for Devon Gales

Submitted by CPS Central Private senior football players with Coach Sanchez and Coach King presented Devon Gales’ dad with a check for $760 that the school raised through a special $1 Dress Day drive. Students and faculty could pay a minimum of $1 to “dress down” and wear jeans on Wednesday, October 7.

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Fun at the Pumpkin PatchPhotos by Expressions Photography

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9 am to 4 pm

Blackwater United Methodist Church 10000 Blackwater Road, Central, LA 70714

• Crafts • Food Booths • Pumpkin Carving • Fun and Games

• Pumpkins, Pumpkins, Pumpkins • Pony Rides • Face Painting

Impacting lives one pumpkin at a time.

Pumpkin Patch proceeds go to missions that transform the Central Community and the

world for Jesus Christ.

Blackwater United Methodist 10000 Blackwater Road

Central, LA 70714

Sunday, October 25, 2015 5:00 – 6:30 pm

Bring you little ones to trick or treat in a safe and fun environment.

Pumpkin Patch Touch-A-TruckPhotos by Expressions Photography

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Submitted by Janie Frickie Mrs. Helen Fairchild celebrated her 100th birthday earlier this year. She told Pam Jackson, her caregiver and friend, that she wanted to put on a red top and go for a ride in a convertible. Mr. Jay Simms made that happen last Sunday. He picked up Janie Frickie, Pam, and Mrs. Helen at her house at 2:00 p.m. They rode through the Greenwell Springs Baptist Church parking lot and several friends greeted them and presented Mrs. Fairchild with bouquets of flowers. From there they went to her grandson's, Joey Fairchild, to say hello to him and his wife and son. Finally, they stopped at the Central Volunteer Fire Station on Greenwell Springs Road where one of the firefighters presented Mrs. Helen with a bouquet of red roses.

Helen Fairchild Celebrates 100th Birthday

“Evie” was born on July 14, 2015 at 2:21 p.m. weighing 8 lbs 7 oz and was 21.5 inches long. She was welcomed home by proud parents Dean Jr. and Amanda (Spracklen) Carrier and big sisters Matty and Gwen. Grandparents are Dean Sr. and Jeanette Carrier and J.B. and Pamela Spracklen, all of Central.

Amanda and Dean Carrier Jr. Welcome Daughter Evangeline Claire

Has the news around you gotten you down, lately? Are you tired of all of the political ads and the mud-slinging? Are you discouraged by things that used to be called “good” that are now called “evil”? Are you concerned that the federal government wants more of our lives, more of our privacy, and less of our rights? Does the instability of the Middle East, Asia, and Europe lead you to wonder, “How is this mess ever going to get resolved and who will lead to help restore stability to these areas?” The news around us can get us down. We need some good news, don’t we? Well, have I got some good news for you! I have news that is for you, personally. I have news that transcends all of the bad news that we see around us. I have news that will help put your entire life and everything around you into perspective. Those are some bold claims, but I am very sure of these claims. These claims are not my claims, but God’s claims. God has brought us good and amazing news in His Word. I have one verse from God’s Word that is life-changing and hope-filled. Consider Romans 8:1,

“There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” This means that for those who have confessed their own sins to God, who are trusting in Jesus Christ alone for the forgiveness of their sins, and who are following Jesus as the Lord & King of their lives, they are no longer guilty in God’s sight for their sins. In Christ, and in Christ alone, they no longer face God’s wrath and punishment that they truly deserve for their sins. Why is this so? Because Jesus took God’s wrath and punishment on the cross for all of those who, by God’s grace, confess & repent of their sins and trust in Christ alone for salvation. This good news is eternal and transcends everything in this world! This, indeed, is good news. This is what is most important in every person’s life. Where do you stand with Jesus? Trust Him alone. Keep your eyes on Him and heavenly things. Then watch your concerns and worries about this world fade into the glory of Jesus Christ! That is good news for all of us!

Don Hulsey,Pastor, Grace Presbyterian

Church

CAPA Corner: How About Some Good News?!

CPS 3rd Graders Receive Dictionaries From RWC

Submitted by CPS Every year the Republican Women of Central donate dictionaries to local third grade students. Pictured are the third graders at Central Private School receiving and enjoying their new dictionaries. RWC Representative Maudell Hill presented the dictionaries.

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Local Fall FestivalsIf your church is having a Fall Festival,

please email details to Info@CentralSpeaks.com.

Blackwater United Methodistin addition to the pumpkin patch open every day through october 30 with a “saturday Fun day” every saturday, Blackwater will have trunk or treat sunday, october 25 5:00-6:30 p.m. Bring your little ones to trick or treat in a safe and fun environment. candy, costumes, fun, and games! Blackwater will also host a Family Fall Fest on saturday, october 31 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Blackwater United Methodist church, 10000 Blackwater road, central la 70714.

First Baptist chUrch centralFall Festival wednesday, october 28, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. there will be food, games, face painting, hay ride, bonfire, and a jambalaya fundraiser. First Baptist church central, 9676 sullivan road, Baton

rouge, la 70818 (225) 261-3722

the rock chUrchYou’re invited to rocktoberfest at the rock church, 20810 plank rd in Zachary: saturday, october 31, 4-6 pM there will be food, fun, and games. entry fee is 1 bag of individually wrapped candy. Vendors are welcomed in advance, so call to reserve your

booth: 654-8925 ext 213.

Central High School will host a reception honoring 2015 CHS Hall of Fame inductee, Harry Breeden, Sr., on Friday, October 23, 2015, at 5:30 p.m. in the Central High School Cafeteria. Harry, a 1949 CHS graduate, was the all-district and all-state “big man” who anchored both offensive and defensive lines on the first ever Wildcat football team. After graduation, Harry went on to become the first CHS player to earn a football scholarship to LSU. Once his playing days were over, Harry worked for

Gulf States Utilities for 42 years, raised his family, and served as a deacon for Zoar Baptist Church. This beloved “Central boy” passed away in 2009 at the age of 77. All former classmates, friends and family are invited to attend the CHS Hall of Fame reception in Harry’s honor. After the reception, guests will move to the stadium to enjoy the game (against Denham) and the halftime presentation of the Hall of Fame Award to this outstanding CHS alum. Contact Gigi Starns at the school at 261-3438 for more information.

2015 CHS Hall of Fame Inducts Harry Breeden, Sr.

From Lane RMC Joan Lansing was recently named chair of the Lane Regional Medical Center Foundation Board of Directors. A resident of Central, Lansing currently serves as Chair of the Lane Board of Commissioners. She was a Councilwoman for the City of Central from 2005-2010 and is a former Administrator and Lobbyist for the Louisiana Professional Association for Child Care. She graduated from

Southeastern Louisiana University with a Pre-Med degree and has dedicated her life to serving the community and area residents. She has 3 children and 11 grandchildren. “I am committed to Lane because the hospital has been there for me and my family through the years,” says Lansing. “The Foundation’s efforts are an integral part of what Lane provides to the region, and I am proud to help fulfill its mission.” The mission of the Lane RMC Foundation is to work with and support Lane Regional Medical Center in its goal of providing high quality health care. Its focus is to help raise funds to support programs and projects of LaneRMC. The Foundation has raised more than $600,000 toward its current project goal of $1 million for the new Radiation Oncology Center on Lane’s campus. For more information about LaneRMC Foundation, please call 225-658-6699 or visit LaneRMCFoundation.org

Joan Lansing Named Chair of LaneRMC Foundation

W e all know by now that October is the time w h e n e v e r y o n e f r o m healthcare

providers to football players sports pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. But for us to truly win the fight against this disease, we should be doing our part 12 months a year. There are a number of preventative measures women can take every day to decrease the risk of breast cancer, detect it earlier when it occurs and increase their chance for survival. 1. Get annual mammograms. Ochsner Health System offers 3D mammography (tomo-synthesis) that is less invasive and much more accurate. This technology detects smaller breast cancers than traditional mammography. This decreases the number of callback mammograms and unnecessary biopsies—which greatly relives the anxiety associated with mammograms. With early diagnosis, survival rates for breast cancer can be dramatically increased. In addition to a higher survival rates, with early detection nearly 80 percent of women have the option to retain their breasts. 2. Know your family history. Knowing your family history of ANY TYPE of cancer for 2-3 generations and sharing it with your doctor is crucial. Thankfully today we have testing procedures and preventative measures our grandparents did not. For example, DNA testing now looks at 25 genes, instead of just two, to see how those genes interact with ones

we know cause cancer. 3. Live healthy. More than 1/3 of Louisianans qualify as obese. Not only does this increase your risk of heart disease, diabetes and stress on your joints, but it also greatly increases your risk for breast cancer. Making healthier choices, managing your weight and exercising regularly all make for a better quality of life all around. 4. Limit alcohol intake. Be aware of and manage your alcohol intake. It is generally agreed at this point that more than one alcoholic drink a day increases a woman’s risk for breast cancer. For those dealing with breast cancer, you are not alone. The Baton Rouge Breast Cancer Support Group, The Hope Chests, meets on the first Tuesday of every month from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Meetings are held at Ochsner Health Center – Summa Avenue, 9001 Summa Ave., in the third floor lobby. The group is free to all breast cancer patients and their supporters and is an excellent resource for understanding and living with your diagnosis. Dr. Jay Brooks earned his medical degree from LSU, completed his residency at Charity Hospital in New Orleans and his fellowship at the National Cancer Institute’s Warren Grant Magnuson Clinical Research Center in Bethesda, Maryland. He is board certified in internal medicine and medical oncology as well as by the American Board of Internal Medicine-Medical Oncology. Dr. Brooks has written many articles for scientific medical publications as well as chapters for several oncology textbooks. Dr. Brooks' expertise is in lung cancer, breast cancer treatment and prevention, and cancer genetics.

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CentralSpeaks.com Print Edition • Thursday, October 22, 2015 SPORTS 11

Wildcats Return Home to Face Denham Friday

Central ended a 4-game road trip Friday with a tough loss to powerful district rival Scotlandville at their homecoming game. Scotlandville jumped out to an early lead, cashing in on several miscues and long plays and took a 26-0 lead at the half. Central settled down defensively, allowing only one score in the second half, but were unable to move the ball effectively against the Hornets. After starting District play last week with a win

against the undefeated Walker Wildcats, Central moved to 4-3, 1-1 in District, with the 34-0 loss to Scotlandville. Xavier Lewis continued his strong running performances with 82 yard on 19 carries while Edgar Janise and Andrew Harris led the defense in tackles. Joseph Schopp led receivers with 5 catches for 64 yards. Central comes home to Wildcat Stadium Friday to host Denham Springs, who is also 4-3 but 0-2 in District play. The Central Stat Care broadcast of the game airs at 6:45 on FM 91.9, Radio Amor.

Central High Football Falls to Scotlandville

By Coach Osborne In the last meet before the City Meet, Central had both veteran and rookie swimmers post strong performances. Freshman Ikaika Lee has improved at every meet this season, and Saturday was no exception. Ikaika swam the 50 freestyle in 26.09 seconds which is the fastest time a Wildcat has posted this season, and earned him 8th place in the meet.

Junior Acacia Porch swam the 500 freestyle for the first time in her career in the meet. She finished in 7:08.34 which earned her 3rd place in the meet, and is just 10 seconds off the time needed to qualify for the State Meet. The girls 400 freestyle relay finished 4th with a time of 4:47.83. The relay consisted of Emily Hollier, Rachel Raggio, Tejah Scott, and Acacia Porch. Many other swimmers posted personal

bests. In the 50 freestyle, Emily Shain dropped by 3 seconds, Kaelyn Holler by 2 seconds, Olivia Will by 3 seconds, and Jana Schuld by 2 seconds. Landon Turner swam a second faster than his previous best in the 50 freestyle, competed in the 100 freestyle for the first time, and swam two relays stepping in for Matthew Usher who was sick and unable to compete. Central will compete in the City Meet October 31 and November 1.

CHS Swim Posts Fastest Times of Season

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Rebels Victorious over Union Christian AcademyPhotos by Selser Photography Central Private won at home last Friday in a solid performance against Union Christian Academy. The Rebels finished the game 20-8, making it two wins in a row after beating Riverdale Academy the week before. CPS finishes their season this Friday with a home game against Ben’s Ford Christian. Come to Rebel Field at 7 p.m. this Friday, October 23 to help the Rebels close their season in front of a packed house.

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