NEWS CAPITAL CITY Baton Rouge’s Community Newspaper NEWS • MUSIC OF 50’s-60’s • CONSERVATIVE TALK The Mighty WSGX 95.1 COMING JULY 3, 2015 ® May 2015 Edition • Vol. 24, No. 5 • 28 Pages • Circulation 17,000 copies • www.capitalcitynews.us • 225-261-5055 Petition Deadline May 28 Incorporation of Proposed City of St. George Registrar Awaits 2,694 Signatures From Organizers Of Proposed City You Don’t Need a Quill to Make History You Can Do It with a Plain Old Ballpoint Pen! Sign the Petition. Not for St. George. But for Our Kids And Grandkids. Call 366-7764 or go to StGeorgeLouisiana.com EBR GOP Republican Party Supports St. George Vote BATON ROUGE - The Republican Party of East Baton Rouge Parish has thrown its support behind the petition drive to put the incorporation of the proposed City of St. George on the election ballot this fall. Republican chairman Woody Jenkins said, “Our position is simple. Under state law, the people of St. George have the legal right to decide whether they want to incorporate. But the Mayor-President and the Metro Council have said they plan to file suit to block the people having a vote. We object to that undemocratic tactic. Stop interfering in the process! Let the people vote!” BATON ROUGE - Supporters of the proposed City of St. George have until Thursday, May 28 to turn in enough valid signatures to trigger a referendum on incorporating the new city in this fall’s elections. St. George supporters will need a total of 17,859 signatures. In March, Registrar of Voters Elaine Lamb certified 15,165, leaving organizers 2,694 short. However, under state law, St. George has 60 days to file additional signatures, or until May 28. St. George chairman Norman Browning said Wednesday that supporters need about 500 signatures to meet that target. However, they hope to have an additional 10 percent to take account of invalid signatures and withdrawn signatures. Only one thing matters now, he said: Getting signatures. More than 50 volunteers are working to get signatures, many everyday, he said. He urged registered voters in St. George who wish to sign the petition to call 366-7764 or go to the website, stgeorgelouisiana.com, and someone will deliver them. News, Music of 50’s-60’s, Conservative Talk Chamber EBR to Launch WSGX, 95.1 FM Photos by Woody Jenkins BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge area will have a new radio station this summer. The Mighty WSGX 95.1 FM will sign on the air on Friday, July 3, according to Cecil Cavanaugh, chairman of the Chamber of Commerce of East Baton Rouge, which owns the license for the new station. WSGX will cover Baton Rouge and the proposed City of St. George. Cavanaugh said the format of the station will be local and national news, music from the 1950’s, 60’s, and 70’s, and conservative talk. The not-for-profit station will be run according to the same rules as WLPB-TV and WRKF radio. It will not sell commercials, but it will sell sponsorships. “We are excited to have Baton Rouge radio legend Bob Furlow on the team to guide WSGX SOCK HOP — Among those attending a fundraiser for the new Baton Rouge radio station WSGX were Chamber EBR supporters (left to right) former Miss Baton Rouge Rae Phillips, Peggy Vidrine, Lou Pentecost, Bob Furlow, Chamber EBR vice president and direct us,” Cavanaugh said Carol Thomas, and Capital City News executive Kim Powers. The Mighty WSGX 95.1 FM is scheduled to sign on the air July 3. 2 CITY NEWS Thursday, May 7, 2015 COMMUNITY PRESS, LLC CAPITAL CITY NEWS CENTRAL CITY NEWS5& The & South Baton Rouge Journal Vol. 24 • No. 5 Leader Vol. 18 • No. 5, No. 375 910 North Foster Drive Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Post Office Box 1 Greenwell Springs, LA 70739 Editor & Publisher Business Manager Business Specialists Woody Jenkins Candi Lee Jolice Provost Kim Powers Member, Louisiana Press Association, National Newspaper Association, Chamber of Commerce of East Baton Rouge, and National Federation of Independent Business Deadline for news and advertising: 5 p.m. Friday before publication $18 a year by subscription in advance • $25 a year outside East Baton Rouge Photo by Woody Jenkins Phone (225) 261-5055 • Entire contents © 2015 Email stories and photos to centralcitynews@hotmail.com Published on the first Thursday of each month (except January, when it is the second Thursday) by Community Press, LLC The Leader was founded April 30, 1998, and the Central City News was founded April 21, 2005. They merged May 4, 2006. Capital City News is a continuation of the South Baton Rouge Journal, which went on hiatus in 2008 during its 20th year of publication. The Capital City News resumed publication of the Journal with Vol. 21, No. 1 on Aug. 16, 2012. Country Living in the City KINSLEY AWARD WINNERS — Central High seniors Tyler Sansone and Logan Prudhome were honored with the Annual Kinsley Award given to athletes who exhibit outstanding character. The award was presented by Coach Sid Edwards. Predictions on St. George, BRCC in Central Strange Alliances on City Court Districts The Non-Harry Reid Woody Jenkins Editor BATON ROUGE - Here are some predictions on the proposed City of St. George: Prediction #1. The supporters of St. George will turn in enough signatures to the Registrar of Voters, and the petition will be certified. Prediction #2. Mary Olive Pierson will file suit on behalf of the Metro Council to keep the vote on incorporation from getting on the ballot this fall. Prediction #3. Pierson’s suit may delay the vote, but it will ultimately be thrown out of court and the election will be held. Prediction #4. The referendum on St. George will pass with 58 percent of the vote. Prediction #5. If Mary Olive Pierson files another suit after the incorporation vote, it will be unsuccessful. Prediction #6. St. George will become a city, and will be one of the most successful cities in the country. Prediction #7. The Southeast Community School District Woody Jenkins will become a reality, and it will become one of the top school districts in the state. HHH Baton Rouge Community College is opening for business in Central. There will be an Open House at the new campus from 4 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 14. So far, the course offerings are still up in the air, but one is certain. This fall, BRCC will begin a Process Technology Program, which will prepare students for a high paying job in in- Ronald Reagan Newsmaker Luncheon Tuesday, May 12, 2015 Attorney Attorney General General Buddy Buddy Caldwell Caldwell Sponsored by Republican Party of EBR 11:30 11:30 Reception Reception •• 12 12 Lunch Lunch •• $17 $17 Café Café Américain Américain •• 7521 7521 Jefferson Jefferson Hwy. Hwy. No No Reservation Reservation Necessary Necessary “Like” Capital Republican on Facebook or go to CapitalRepublican.com dustry and an Associate of Applied Science degree from BRCC. Other programs will be announced in the coming months. Anyone interested in applying should go to the BRCC website, www.myBRCC.edu. Obviously, the sky is the limit for BRCC in Central. HHH City Court Districts. Watching the House of Representatives this week was confusing, to say the least. Back in the early 1990’s, Baton Rouge had five white City Court judges, even though 40 percent of the population was black. The House passed a bill creating two districts, one majority black with two judges and the other majority white with three judges. Since then, the demographics have changed. Today 60 percent of our population in the city is black. So now there are two bills in the legislature to do quite opposite things: Rep. Eric Ponti, a Republican, has a bill to elect all five judges citywide, which would probably result in all five City Court judges being black. On the other hand, Rep. Alfred Williams, a Democrat, has a bill to elect three judges from a majority black district and two judges from the majority white district. His idea is that with a city so divided racially, it would be a serious mistake to have all judges of one race. We agree with Rep. Williams and applaud his level-headed approach. HHH The Non-Harry Reid. Rep. John Bel Edwards, who is running for governor, is the chairman of the Democratic caucus in the Louisiana House. However, after hearing him speak at the Chamber EBR meeting last week, it is clear he is no Harry Reid. His reasonable, conservative approach on right to life, the right to keep and bear arms, and Common Core, should win him more votes that would normally be expected. HHH Central Today is the new TV show we produce for the City of Central and the Central Community School System. Please watch Fridays at 6:30 p.m. on Cox Ch. 21. Chamber of Commerce of East Baton Rouge Congressman Garrett Graves Café Américain 7521 Jefferson Highway Tuesday, May 28, 2015 Reception 11:30 Lunch 12n $17 CITY NEWS Thursday, May 7, 2015 3 Hosted by Chamber of Commerce of EBR Louisiana Farm Bureau president Ronnie Anderson (left) with his predecessor, Jimmy Graugnard Rep. Edwards Seeks Governorship West Point Grad Carries Banner For Democrats In Fall Election BATON ROUGE - Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rep. John Bel Edwards outlined his views before the Chamber of Commerce of East Baton Rouge last week. Many members of the conservative, mostly Republican group of business owners were surprised and impressed by Edwards’ stand on the issues. He received a rousing ovation at the end of his talk. Edwards spoke of his commitment to law enforcement and told the group his grandfather, father, and now brother have all served as Sheriff of Tangipahoa Parish. When asked about rioting in Baltimore, he said he clearly comes down on the side of law enforcement. Edwards outlined his stand on several key conservative issues: • He is an avid gun owner and has an A+ rating from the National Rifle Association. •He is pro-life and has a 100 percent pro-life rating from the Louisiana Right to Life. •He is opposed to Common Core and feels Louisiana should have its own testing standards. “Basically, I’m opposed to national testing standards. We should adopt our own standards,” he said. Kathryn Goppelt, Ascension Parish Republican chairman Businessman Gene Guffy DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE — State Rep. John Bel Edwards of Amite addressed the conservative Chamber of Commerce of East Baton Rouge and surprised the members with his conservative stands on gun control, right to life, and Common Core. Edwards deviated from conservative doctrine with his stand on whether Louisiana should accept Medicaid funding from the federal government. Many conservatives say the state’s portion of the matching funds could eventually bankrupt the state. But Edwards tied his position to his earlier pro-life statements. “To me, protecting the unborn is just the beginning of being pro-life,” he said. Edwards said he or any other governor will need to call a special ses- sion of the legislature immediately after being sworn in. “We have structural problems in our tax and spending that must be corrected. Many bills will take a two-thirds’ vote, and it will take Republicans and Democrats working together to do the things that need to be done.” Edwards said hard work is a large part of solving Louisiana’s problems. He said at West Point and as an Airborne Ranger for eight years, he learned to be the first one Our Caring Staff at work and the last to leave. Edwards said he favors repealing tax giveaways. He said when the economy grows, it should result in job creation but it really hasn’t. He said he wants to promote job growth that is spread around the state and not just in South Louisiana. Edwards is one of the four major candidates for governor in the Oct. 21 primary, along with three Republicans — Sen. David Vitter, Lt. Gov. Jay Dardenne, and PSC member Scott Angelle. Is Here For You When You Need Us! Seale Funeral Home 9995 Hooper Road, Central, 225-236-0800 • www.sealefuneral.com 225-686-7221 4 CITY NEWS Thursday, May 7, 2015 Photos by Expressions Photography Central High School Senior Class Most Attractive - Heather Clement & Jett Ashford Mr. and Miss. Senior - Alyssa Hollingsworth and Chandler Hollingsworth Most Courteous - Jenna Pryor and Logan Prudhome Most Talkative - Matt Coates and Madelyn Shilling Wittiest - Katlynn Ford and Aubrey Mitchell Most Intelligent - Caroline Clark and Cole Rankin Congratuations, Seniors of 2015 Jeremiah 29:11-13: “For I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will find me when you seek me with all your heart.” As a proud Central High graduate, may I wish you every success in the years ahead! Rep. Barry Ivey Elected Class Favorites for 2015 Photos by Expressions Photography CITY NEWS Thursday, May 7, 2015 5 Best All Around - James Schopp and Kendall Russell Most Athletic - Kevin Henry and Maddie Durr Most Likely to Succeed - Brennon Young and Rachel Seidel Best Personality - Nick Handy and Amanda Hooper Class Comedian -Ashton Denham and Demarius Phillips Most Photogentic - Alexis Jester and Adam Porche CONGRATULATIONS to all Central area graduates on their many outstanding achievements. Wishing you happy memories, bright beginnings and the success you all deserve “Do “Do not not follow follow where where the the path path may may lead. lead. Go, Go, instead, instead, where where there there is is no no path path and and leave leave aa trail.” trail.” REYNERSON’S Guns & Gunsmithing Bring Your Gun in Now! 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I join countless individuals in our community who are proud of what you have accomplished. My best wishes are with you for your graduation, a wonderful summer, and your goals for the future! Doug Welborn Clerk of Court, East Baton Rouge Parish CITY NEWS Thursday, May 7, 2015 7 Federer at Patriot’s Day: All-Powerful Government Is Return to Rule by King Photo by Woody Jenkins Justice Jeff Hughes and Judge Darrell White Bill Federer at Patriot’s Day BATON ROUGE - Nationally known author and lecturer William J. Federer delivered a number of lectures in the Baton Rouge area from April 16 to 19, including major addresses at Christian Life and Greenwell Springs Baptist. On Friday, April 17, he spoke at the annual Patriot’s Day Luncheon at the LSU Rural Clay Johnson, James Linden Hogg, and Jim Hogg CAMBRIDGE APARTMENTS 18609 Greenwell Springs Rd. 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At Patriot’s Day, he traced the role of one-man rule over the past 6,000 years and showed how man is invariably ruled by chiefs, czars, dictators, emperors, kings, presidents, sheikhs, and other tyrants. He also compared the rise Class of 2015 Rep. Valarie Hodges District 64 of the modern state and how it mimics the rule of tyrants. Federer said the secular view is a person’s worth comes from being part of the collective with group rights serving the king or the state, whereas the Judeo-Christian view is a person’s worth is primarily as an individual with individual rights. For more, see www.AmericanMinute.com 8 CITY NEWS Thursday, May 7, 2015 EBR Republican Legislators on Session Rep. Franklin Foil BATON ROUGE - Money issues will dominate the fiscal session of the Louisiana Legislature now underway, Republican lawmakers from East Baton Rouge Parish told the Ronald Reagan Newsmaker Luncheon April 14. GOP legislators discussed legislation they are authoring and other key bills in the session, and answered questions from Republican activists in attendance at the meeting at Café Américain, 7521 Jefferson Hwy. The meetings, which are open to all registered Republicans, are held at 12 noon on the second Tuesday of each month. Rep. Franklin Foil discussed the importance of improving traffic flow in Baton Rouge. He expressed support for a toll highway following the old bridge and Airline Highway. Rep. Barry Ivey said the state’s budget has structural problems that are making it impossible to solve Rep. Barry Ivey Sen. Bodi White Rep. Valarie Hodges CENTRAL MAYOR PRO-TEM Dr. Kim Fralick (left) asked legislators about Common Core. At right, Republican activists. the budget shortfall in the normal way. Because the legislature has authority over such a small portion of the budget, it cannot cut its way out of the problem. 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Shown are sponsor Peggy Vidrine, Pam Reid, Doodie Henagan, Rae Phillips, Carol Thomas, and Evelyn Monk. JITTERBUG CONTEST WINNERS Bob and Pam Reid (at right). Enjoying the sock hop (at left) were Mr. and Mrs. Hank Henagen and Mr. and Mrs. Gene Guffey. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Reid, Cecil Cavanaugh, Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy LeBlanc, Rep. and Mrs. Darrell Ourso, Henry Grace, and Supreme Court justice and Mrs. Jeff Hughes. WSGX Sock Hop participants included Bob Furlow, Jack and Evelyn Monk, Stacy and Dwight Hudson, and Saul and Catherine Newsome. NEWS MUSIC OF 50’s-60’s CONSERVATIVE TALK The Mighty WSGX 95.1 COMING JULY 3, 2015 10 CITY NEWS Thursday, May 7, 2015 250 Istrouma Indians Gathered for Diane Jenkins, Fred Kimball, and Johnny Dykes Sharon Browning, Rusty Jacobs and Tricia Pourciau Jim E. Johnson, Dale Arnold, and Duane Finch Diane Jenkins, Raymond Jeasen, Judy Land, Woody Jenkins and Priscilla Ellingsen Host Frank Parker Billy Walker Istroma grads wait in line for crawfish Bonnie Derrett and Joe Parks Melvin Johnson, Johnny Dykes, and Donnie Bozeman Scoopie Johnson and Mamie Gerald Laura and Glenn Dupree Louise Boudreaux, Maurice Loup, and Rita Bennett Charles and Doris Alleman Jim E. Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Donnie Goodwin Barbara Thomassie and Elaine Lamb CITY NEWS Thursday, May 7, 2015 11 Pow Wow Crawfish Boil in Central Leo Day dishes up crawfish Istroma veterans toasted their fallen comrades Remi Richard, Pat Harless and Joe Richard Jim and Lynda Dousay Helen Day and Margie Storey Steven Lande and Priscilla Ellingsen Allie McClure and T.W. Gerald J.W. and Sandy Starks Istrouma grads from 50’s and 60’s enjoy crawfish at Frank Parker’s home. 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Saturday, May 9, 2015 Open to all classes. $20 pre-registration (includes lunch) $25 day of show (includes lunch)Featuring “Pinewood Derby Car Race. Helping Veterans are collecting items for the Veterans Home in Jackson. They are in need of TShirts sizes medium, large and extra large, crew length socks, belts in sizes 36-38, 42-44, 4648, and 40-50, pull-on pants in sizes large, extra large and extra extra large, cotton lounge pants/ pajama pant and spray deodorant. If you can help with these items, please call Gerald Reid at 261-7600 Photo by Woody Jenkins May 14 4 - 6 p.m. BRCC Hooper Road Open House BRCC welcomes the community to their new facility at 10700 Hooper Rd. Open to the public. Facility tours will be given. Recruiters will be available to assist prospective students with online applications. Opening comments at 4:30 by Sen. Bodi White, Sen. Dale Erdey, Rep. 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The bride was attended Rouge, were married in a 6 p.m. by her best friend and man of honor, Alberto ceremony April Gutierrez. Ma11, 2015 at tron of honor Moody Manor, was her the home of sister, Amanda her sister and Moody. brother-in-law, Bridesmaids Amanda and were Jessica Lamon Moody. Lee, Victoria Benny DiChiara Patton and officiated. Whitney Clark. The bride is Flower girls the daughter were Olivia of James and Moody, Lilah Candi Lee of Moody and Central. She is Antoinette the granddaughLee. The ter of Bonnie groom was Drummond and attended by the late LC his best man, Drummond of Aaron Clark. Central, and Groomsmen Bernie Lee and were Jared the late Bobbie Lee, Todd Lee of Baton Patton, Boyd Rouge. Adams and The brideJordan Trogroom is the Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Patton sclair. Ushers son of Kevin and Susan Patton of Baton were Lamon Moody and SpenRouge. He is the grandson of cer Crane. The ring bearer was Sandra Patton and the late KenCohen Moody. A beautiful tent neth Patton of Alexandria, P.W. reception followed the cerAlbert, Jr. and Deedy Albert emony. Following a honeymoon to Rome and Venice, Italy the of Plaquemine and the great grandson of Delle Rockford and couple resides in Baton Rouge. Viccellio, Boatner Married At Greenwood Plantation CENTRAL — Jessica Kelli Viccellio and Drew Michael Boatner were married in a 7 p.m ceremony on March 28, 2015 at Greenwood Plantation in St. Francisville. Rev. Dale Phillips officiated. The bride is the daughter of Darren and Kim Viccellio of Pride. She is the granddaughter of Dorothy Hayes and the late Judson “J.W.” Hayes and Helen Viccellio and the late Felix Viccellio. The bridegroom is the son of Robert “Beve” and Rhonda Boatner of Slaughter. He is the grandson of Gaston and Francis Normand, Walter Boatner, Sr. and the late Janice Boatner, James “Huey” Tullier, and the late Kelly Fontenot. The bride was attended by her maid of honor, DeeShae Williams. Bridesmaids were Callie Boatner, Elizabeth Bourgeois, Randi Firmin, Brittany McGraw, Emily Mitchell, Shontelle Stuckey, Olivia Viccellio, and Jessica Weimer. Flower girls were Gracelyn and Brooklyn Viccellio. The groom was attended by his best man, Daniel Weimer. Groomsmen were Ricky Bennett, Blaine Boatner, P.J. Bourgeois, Brett Lewis, Huston Lorio, Michael Mooney, Mr. and Mrs. Drew Boatner Jacob Viccellio, and Chase Williams. A reception immediately followed the ceremony. The couple will honeymoon in the Dominican Republic and will reside in Slaughter. CENTRAL CITY NEWS Thursday, May 7, 2015 15 ENGAGEMENTS Kennedy, Neames to Marry at St. Aphonsus Catholic Church Whitney Zylks and Justin Mayers Whitney Zylks, Justin Mayers To Exchange Vows on June 12 CENTRAL — Whitney Quin Zylks of Zachary and Justin Wayne Mayers of Central will marry at First Baptist Church of Zachary on the evening of June 12, 2015. The bride-elect is the daughter of Cliff and Paula Wheat of Zachary. She is the granddaughter of Herman and Helga Wheat and the late Vernon and Doris Venable. She is a graduate of Zachary High School and is currently studying at Southeastern Louisiana University and is set to graduate in December. Her fiancé, Justin, is the son of Brian and Wanda Mayers of Central. He is the grandson of Jerry and Margaret Roberts and the late Cleveland and Verda Mayers. He is a graduate of Central High School and Louisiana State University. He is employed with The City of Baton Rouge. Haley Accardo of Central to Wed Jacob Bourgoyne of Plaquemine Haley Accardo and Jarred Bourgoyne CENTRAL — Mr. Philip Accardo and Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Dendy, all of Central, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Haley Accardo, to Jarred Paul Bourgoyne, the son of Ms. Jodie Bourgoyne of Plaquemine. She is the granddaughter of Norma and Joseph Accardo of Baker and the late Connie and Lloyd Estave of Central. She is also the step-granddaughter of Susie and Billy Joe Dendy of Baton Rouge. She is a 2008 graduate of Starkey Academy. She attends Baton Rouge General School of Nursing where she will graduate in December 2015 to pursue a career as an RN. Her fiancé is the grandson of Mrs. Barbara Durham and the late Byron “Bull” Durham, of Plaquemine. He is a 2005 graduate of St. John High School and a 2013 graduate of ITI Technical College where he received an Associate’s degree in Instrument and Control Systems Technology. He is employed at Axiall as an Instrument Technician. A July wedding is planned at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Plaquemine. CENTRAL — Morgan Olivia Kennedy and Brice Lee Neames, both of Central, will marry at 7 p.m. Friday, June 5 at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Greenwell Springs. The bride-elect is the daughter of Shawn and Lynn Kennedy of Central. She is the granddaughter of Charles and Carolyn Kennedy of Central, and Tonita Robertson Poche of Baker. 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CITY NEWS Thursday, May 7, 2015 19 BIRTHS CONGRATULATIONS 2015 GRADUATES! wishing you Bryce David Johnson CENTRAL - Brandi Marie Young-Kin Johnson and Brian David Johnson proudly announce the birth of their first child, Bryce David Johnson. Bryce David was born at Touro Hospital in New Orleans on January 25, 2015 at 5:10 p.m. He weighed 7 pounds 10 ounces and was 20 ½ inches long. Proud Grandparents are Randall and Cathie Young-Kin of Central, Gwendolyn and William Davis and Robert Johnson of Gretna. Proud Great-grandson of Dora Durgin of New Orleans and the late Alvin Durgin Jr. and the late Lenora and Robert Johnson Sr., all of New Orleans. a lifetime of success. 17043 Joor Rd, Suite A; Zachary, LA 70791 T 225.654.7741 F 225.654.7763 www.tradeconstruction.com TRA_Ad_Graduation_May13_v2a.indd 1 5/9/13 9:08 AM Invested in you. Rylan Brooke Edwards CENTRAL — Tyler Edwards and Bridgette Sanchez Proudly announce the birth of their daughter, Rylan Brooke Edwards. She was born on March 10, 2015. She weighed 7 pounds 4 ounces and was 20 inches long. Proud grandparents are John and Sue Edwards and Russell and Sharon Sanchez of Central. Jake Ryan Canales CENTRAL - Kayla Lynn Morris Canales and Cristian Bryan Canales proudly announce the birth of their third child, Jake Ryan Canales. Jake Ryan was born at Woman’s Hospital on March 5, 2015 at 9:05 a.m. He weighed 8 pounds 8 ounces and was 19 inches long. Proud grandparents are Jesse and Rebecca Powell of Denham Springs, Sueanna Canales of Denham Springs and the late Lorenzo Canales. Great-grandparents are Randall and Cathie Young-Kin of Central, Bob and Teresa Sedlak of Pensacola, Florida, Larry Powell, Sandra and Melvin Tyler of Alexandria. RATE CARD City News Birth Announcments $0 Engagements $0 Weddings $0 Anniversaries $0 Our services are free! Credit Builder Seminar Get the credit you deserve. CREDIT KNOWLEDGE IS POWER! 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