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Graves Announces Over $2.5 Billion in New Hurricane Protection
Since Hurricane Ida landfall, U.S. Congressman Garret Graves has worked with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) and the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to commit funds from September 2021 Graves-supported Hurricane Ida recovery legislation to Louisiana’s most urgent needs. “Within one month of Hurricane Ida making landfall, we were able to pass a law with billions of dollars in recovery funding and flood protection investments for Louisiana. After months of working with top Corps
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Home Instead Celebrates Shoe Creek Location with Ribbon-Cutting
On Thursday, a few months after opening their Shoe Creek office, Home Instead Senior Care celebrated a ribbon-cutting with the Central Chamber of Commerce. Representatives from many Central area businesses, Mayor David Barrow, Chamber staff and the Home Instead team were in attendance. Located at 14150 Grand Settlement Blvd Suite 140, Home Instead provides nonmedical care for people of all ages throughout South Louisiana. They are accepting new clients and also accepting applications for
Central Chamber CEO on State Association Board
The Louisiana Chamber of Commerce Executives (LACCE) officially announced its 2022 Board Officers and Directors during its 2021 Annual Conference Awards Ceremony held this evening at The Cook Hotel & Conference Center in Baton Rouge, LA. LACCE and its Board Members represent chambers of commerce from all areas of the state. The organization is the only statewide association formed for the advancement of local chambers, chamber executives and staff. The Association holds an annual conference each fall
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Central Private Celebrates New School with Ribbon Cutting
Friends, family, City officials and local business owners gathered for a Ribbon Cutting ceremony with the Central Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the opening of Central Private’s new school facilities at the corner of Gurney and Joor Rd. Central Private opened the new campus, which includes a library and gym, for 6th through 12th-grade students. Central Private enrolls pre-k students from three years old up to 12th-grade students. To find out more about the school visit centralprivate.org.
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Central Christmas Parade Float Winners Announced
The Central Christmas Parade, hosted by the Central Chamber of Commerce rolled on the beautiful Saturday morning Dec. 4. There were 43 entries in the parade and several of them entered a contest to be named best float or best performance group. A panel of judges scored the entered floats on originality, construction and float theme. The Callihan Law and Central Title & Closing float was awarded second place for their “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” float and Winn Dixie was awarded first place for
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Bombshell Boutique Celebrated a Ribbon Cutting Under New Ownership
Bombshell Boutique, located at 14790 Wax Rd, Suite 109, celebrated a ribbon-cutting on Nov. 18 under the new ownership of Olivia Viccellio. The celebration continued the following Saturday with a re-grand opening including giveaways, sales and sweet treats from Paige’s Pantry. Bombshell is a fashion-forward women’s boutique with clothing, shoes and accessories thoughtfully curated so women can look and feel like the best version of themselves. To find out more or shop online visit
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Arnold Nutrition Coaching Celebrated a Ribbon Cutting at Shop the Square
Kylee Arnold’s Arnold Nutrition Coaching business was established two years ago this December. Arnold and the Central Chamber of Commerce celebrated the anniversary with a ribbon-cutting held during the Shop the Square pop-up market on Dec. 4. Arnold Nutrition Coaching offers weekly accountability and guidance to help clients reach their health goals including weight loss, improved quality of life or managing diet-related illnesses. To find out more or work with Arnold visit
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Baton Rouge General Physicians Group Celebrated New Central Clinic
(Central, La.) – The Baton Rouge General Physicians Group opened a new clinic located at 11111 Park Place Dr, Suite B, and celebrated with a ribbon-cutting on Oct. 21. Dr. Shaun Spinks is now seeing patients from infants to geriatric. Dr. Spinks and the Baton Rouge General team at the Central clinic can provide a full range of medical services including labs, vaccinations and minor procedures. To find out more or to schedule an appointment call (225) 333-3636. About the Central Chamber of
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Java Mama Celebrated Ribbon Cutting and First Anniversary
Sarah Couvillion and Hope Johnson of Java Mama, located at 14340 Wax Rd Suite 101, celebrated their first business anniversary with a ribbon-cutting on Oct. 15. The coffee shop and bistro has adapted to many challenges in its first year. One of the biggest changes the family-owned shop went through in 2021 was the addition of two farm-to-table style chefs, Josh and David. With this addition, Java Mama now offers a variety of meals including sandwiches, soups and breakfast options. The shop also
Lane Honored as Platinum Award Hospital Partner by LOPA
Lane Regional Medical Center received the 2021 Platinum Award, the highest honor awarded, for extraordinary efforts in the Workplace Partnership for Life campaign from the Louisiana Organ Procurement Agency (LOPA). Workplace Partnership for Life is a national initiative that unites the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the organ donation community with workplaces throughout the nation to spread the word about the importance of donation. Platinum recognition signifies Lane’s commitment to
American Pickers Will Film in Louisiana
The American Pickers are excited to return to Louisiana! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout your area in February 2022. American Pickers is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique "picking" on The History Channel. The hit show follows skilled pickers in the business, as they hunt for America's most valuable antiques. They are always excited to find sizeable, unique collections and learn the interesting stories behind them. As they
Lane Regional Medical Center Named 2021 Hospital of the Year
Lane Regional Medical Center was named "2021 Acute Care Hospital of the Year" (61-160 beds) by the Louisiana Nurses Foundation and the Louisiana State Nurses Association to recognize excellence in nursing and quality service in the nursing and healthcare industry. It is the third time Lane has received this award. The Nightingale Award for Acute Care Hospital of the Year is based on four criteria:innovation through nursing leadership and management within the hospitalorganizational initiatives
