Archive for July, 2010

Old-Fashioned Ice Box Cake

Posted July 2010

For a tasty, and nutritious treat of dessert for summer meals or snacks, consider this old fashioned Icebox Cake Ingredients 2 (3 ½ Ounce) Boxes Pudding Mix (Regular or Instant) 1 (14 Ounce) Box Graham Crackers Whipped Topping (If Desired) Prepare pudding according to package directions, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 45 minutes. [...]

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Stayin’ Alive at Paragon Casino Resort

Posted July 2010

From London’s West End and the Las Vegas strip direct to Highway 1 in Marksville, the ultimate Bee Gees Tribute Show is coming to the Mari Center at Paragon Casino Resort Friday, July 23rd at 9:00pm. The Australian Bee Gees show is a multi-media concert event featuring state-of-the-art sound, superb lightening and large screens, featuring [...]

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Mary Ann Reddoch Named a 2010 School Volunteer of the Year by A+PEL

Posted July 2010

Mary Ann Reddoch, of Rapides Parish, has been named one of 11 state Volunteers of the Year by the Associated Professional Educators of Louisiana (A+PEL).  She was honored at a reception at the Governor’s Mansion in Baton Rouge on June 8th, where Louisiana’s first lady, Supriya Jindal, greeted the volunteers with warm opening remarks.  Reddoch’s [...]

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July 2010 Calendar

Posted July 2010

Arts Ongoing – July: Central Louisiana Arts & Healthcare Exhibits.  Central Louisiana Arts & Healthcare proudly presents our monthly art exhibits at area hospitals and clinics.  Exhibits are currently showing: Photographs by Michelle Palmer at the Christus Cabrini Gallery for Reflection and Healing; New Works by ArtQuest Studio Artists at the Rapides Regional Medical Center [...]

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Paul Davis Restoration

Posted July 2010

Since its opening in 1996, Paul Davis Restoration of Central Louisiana, a division of Foster Construction, LLC, has striven to go above and beyond in the restoration, 24/7 emergency services and remodeling industries.  Whether your need arises from an emergency such as fire, water, wind or vandalism, or you just need a fresh look after [...]

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Walker Automotive Announces Kia Acquisition

Posted July 2010

On Thursday, June 17th, Kia became the newest member of the Walker Automotive dealership group.  The acquisition from All Star Motors, Inc. officially closed, bringing the total number of franchises for Walker to eight.  All Star will become the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep franchise in Alexandria and will open their franchise in the former Kia location [...]

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Are You Ready For A Hurricane?

Posted July 2010

Now is the time to evaluate how prepared you are in the event of a hurricane during this young hurricane season.  It’s best to prepare ahead of time, especially when you may have to depend upon a family member or caregiver to assist you in preparation.  Having a serious conversation with your family members and/or [...]

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Got Wings?

Posted July 2010

The other day, I was talking to one of my daughters about tattoos. She remarked that someone she knew had gotten a set of wings tattooed on his back. To my mind, that was stretching the concept of “being good” a bit too far! But it did start a thought process of wings…angels…angels in art. [...]

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Capital One Bank: Making a Lasting Impact in the Local Community

Posted July 2010

Capital One Bank recognizes that helping to build strong and healthy communities—good places to work, good places to do business and good places to raise families—benefits everyone.  As a local bank, Capital One is deeply committed to investing in Louisiana to help local communities grow and thrive. Over the years, Capital One and its associates [...]

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Rapides CASA Volunteer: Walter Chance

Posted July 2010

Walter “Walt” Chance has been a volunteer since May, 2005. Walter says the reason he became a volunteer was “so many bad, undeserving things happen to children and they need someone to represent them.”  Following high school, Walt joined the air force and was stationed at England Air Force Base. Walter is also a retired [...]

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