January/February 2010

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Northwestern Middle's Theater Redo Is Subject of School's New Production

If the walls of the theater at Northwestern Middle School could talk, they would probably speak volumes. In fact, that was the topic of a play held at the school recently that commemorated the history and renovation of Zachary’s only public middle school. More

Editorial

Why do we do it to ourselves?
Anthropologists tell us that mankind from his very earliest days always filled his caves with pets of all sizes, types and descriptions. And it is no different today. For example, one of the sweetest young ladies I know and her husband each keep a large snake as a pet. More

Bringing Electricity to Central Was a Big Challenge in the 30s

Believe it or not, today’s perplexing health care crisis is neither the first nor the only serious social problem our country has come up against in its 233-year history. There once was a time when people living in cities had electricity but in the 1930s and early 1940s electric lines rarely extended beyond city limits.

New Year's Resolution: I want my body to be in great shape in the New Year

“Laser Body Sculpting can have you looking great in the New Year,” according to Dr. Brian E. Kozar of Advanced SmartLipo Center of Louisiana. More

New Year's Resolution: I Will Make My Parties More Fun This Year

Now that 2010 is here, it is time to have more fun according to Nelson Mock of First Stop Party Shoppe. Here are just a few ideas that can help. More

New Year's Resolution: I will become a golfer (or a better golfer)

In golf, unlike most sports, you don’t have to be big, strong, fast or part of a great team to be successful, according to Tom Agazzi, PGA Golf Professional at Copper Mill Golf Club. More

New Year's Resolution: I will buy a house

The first step in buying a home is figuring out how much house you can realistically afford, according to the folks at Delta Financial Services.

New Year's Resolution: I will become more involved with my church

There are many more ways to become involved with your church than just going to weekly mass. Here are a few ways St. John the Baptist suggests... More

New Year's Resolution: I will get my finances in better shape this year

It’s a new year, a new decade and a new chance to make significant life changes says Elida Doiron, Zachary Branch Manager for E Federal Credit Union. As the result of recent economic issues, many people are making their finances their top priority in 2010. More

Greg McDougall Becomes Chamber Interim Director

Longtime Zachary business leader Greg McDougall was recently named Interim Director of the Zachary Chamber of Commerce.
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Young at Heart: Keeping Seniors Fit

Most senior citizens claim they are young at heart. Combine that with energy and physical health and they can do just about anything. The holidays are right around the corner and that means lots of food, family and holiday cheer. More