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Current Conditions in Magnolia Municipal: 34° WIND CHILL: 24° WIND HUMIDITY 15 NW 56%
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American Rose Society
GARDENS OF THE AMERICAN ROSE CENTER HOSTS ANNUAL PRUNING PARTYShreveport, LA- The Gardens of the American Rose Center is hosting its Annual Pruning Party on Saturday, February 20, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The public is invited to help us care for our roses. Pruning is an important part of rose care that encourages new growth and blooms.
Participants’ efforts will directly enhance the beauty of the gardens.
Everyone is encouraged to participate, regardless of gardening experience, and may bring pruners, gloves and trowels. Noted Consulting Rosarian Baxter Williams will present a “how-to” pruning seminar.
A complimentary lunch will be served at noon at Klima Rose Hall. Please contact Ellen Trice at (318) 938-5534 for reservations. Reservations are encouraged but not required.
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WHAT: 2010 Pruning and Planting Party
WHEN: Saturday, February 20, 2010 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: Gardens of the American Rose Center, just off I-20, Exit 5 in Shreveport, LA
Gardens of the American Rose Center
It is the home of the American Rose Society, created in 1974 through the contributions of rose lovers around the world. The 118-acre park contains more than 65 individual gardens with each bed and planting specially designed to demonstrate ways roses can be grown in the average home garden. It is conveniently located just off of I-20, Exit 5, in Shreveport, LA.
GARDENS OF THE AMERICAN ROSE CENTER ANNOUCES SPRING GREEN THUMB SEMINAR SCHEDULE
Shreveport, LA- The Gardens of the American Rose Center announces the Spring Green Thumb Seminar Schedule. Green Thumb Seminars are held on the second Saturday of each month at 10:00 a.m. in the Klima Rose Hall, the American Rose Society Education & Visitor Center. Each month features a new speaker and a new gardening topic. Each seminar is $5.00 per
person. The seminar is free for members of the American Rose Society and/or the American Rose Center. For more information, please contact Ellen Trice at (318) 938-8051.
2010 SPRING GREEN THUMB SEMINAR SCHEDULE
DATE SPEAKER TOPIC
March 13 Dr. Joe White Lawns
April 10 Marilyn Wellan David Austin and His English Roses
May 15 Dr. Peter Gallagher Irrigation Alternatives for Landscaping
June 12 Carolyn Hayward Landscaping with Roses
July 17 Claude Graves Earth-Kind Roses
Speakers
Dr. White is a retired Extension Horticulturist with the Louisiana Agricultural Center and a columnist for the Shreveport Times.
Marilyn Wellan is a former President of the American Rose Society.
Dr. Peter Gallagher is a Professor of Plant and Environmental Science at Louisiana Tech University.
Carolyn Hayward and Claude Graves are Consulting Rosarians for the American Rose Society.
Gardens of the American Rose Center
It is the home of the American Rose Society, created in 1974 through the contributions of rose lovers around the world. The 118-acre park contains more than 65 individual gardens with each bed and planting specially designed to demonstrate ways roses can be grown in the average home garden. It is conveniently located just off of I-20, Exit 5, in Shreveport, LA.
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Centenary Radio
KSCL 91.3 FM, Centenary College Radio, is now streaming online and can be heard world wide at www.kscl.fm, says Casey McBeath. Tues night DJ Chris Brown said, "I've heard from friends of mine in Little Rock, San Francisco and Baton Rouge who have been able to tune in to my weekly show, Romp & Stomp."
Get the listener link at www.kscl.fm.
KSCl slipped onto the air in 1976 with a total range of 2 miles, says media prof Michael Laffey. Since then the station has seen numerous upgrades, including the 1988 transition to stereo and the 2006 shout-up to 2,100 watts of transmitting power, allowing most of the Shreveport-Bossier area to tune in.
The station broadcasts 24 hours a day and prides itself on being dedicated to community events and alternative music, from college rock and jazz to local and regional music.
KSCL is a student-run radio station, sys McBeath. The DJs are all volunteers, and the governing positions are filled by students.
The number to call with requests and epiphanies is 318 869 5297. Remember, though, that it's a small shop and there's no guarantee that someone can leap to field your call.
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Beware .... New Phone Scam
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WARNING: PHONE SCAM TARGETS ELDERLY, PROMISES TO PAY BILLS
Bossier Sheriff Larry Deen is warning residents of Bossier Parish about a scam that appears to be making the rounds across the nation. It seems to target elderly individuals by promising to pay off their bills.
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Susan G. Komen for the CureMake It Possible For Any Girl To Attend a Formal in Style
SUSAN’S CLOSET
Susan’s Closet, A benefit for the Northwest Louisiana Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, to be held February 20, 2010 at First Baptist Church Gymnasium in Shreveport
Benton local, Brenda Norton, had a novel idea last year, to make it possible for any girl to attend a formal in style and feel like a princess, even if they could not afford a dress. In addition to helping young girls, she also wanted to help find a cure for breast cancer. As a health care professional for STAT Home Health, she has assisted many patients who are breast cancer survivors, but has also experienced the heartache when some of those patients lose their battle. An official partnership was established with the Northwest Louisiana Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure in the summer and in September of 2009, the first Susan's Closet event was held bringing in over $1400 which was donated to the local affiliate.
Saturday, February 20, 2010, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. a 2nd event will be hosted at the First Baptist Church gymnasium in Shreveport, at 543 Ockley Drive. Girls and their parents from all over over the ARK-LA-TEX area are invited to peruse the racks of many beautiful, current, and gently used formal dresses which will be donated from locals and sold for $25 each regardless of the original purchase price of the dress, (3 dress maximum per girl) and 100% of the proceeds will benefit the Northwest Louisiana affiliate of Susan G. Komen of the Cure. An educational table with literature for young women will be an integral part of the event giving every girl and her parent, an opportunity to learn a lifesaving breast health message and encourage them to be proactive in their health.
Susan's Closet needs gently used current, formal gowns of all sizes to be donated to make this event a success. Many of you have dresses hanging in your closet and have wondered what to do with them. By donating your gowns to Susan's Closet, you will be able to help many girls who may not have the opportunity to attend their special events with pride. You will also be helping the local affiliate find a cure for breast cancer and providing local women with needed mammograms and educational services. Please donate your dresses at any of our sponsor's locations any time before February 20th during their regular business hours. Please drop off dresses that would be appropriate for any event that a high-school girl would wear to prom, pageant, ball, etc. Drop off locations include:
- Any Porter's Cleaners in Shreveport or Bossier
- Strandz Hair Design on Hwy 157 in Haughton
- Hers Bridal Shop on Main St. in Minden
- Flowers for You at the Portico Shopping Center in Shreveport
Please be sure the donated dresses can be distinguished from other dresses by attaching a note designating the dress as being intended for Susan’s Closet. If you should require a donation receipt for your dress or dresses, contact the Northwest Louisiana affiliate at 318 220 7050 and one will be provided.
Over 75 percent of all funds generated by the Komen Northwest Louisiana Affiliate though the Race for the Cure® and fundraising events like Susan’s Closet, stay in Northwest Louisiana while the remaining income goes to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Award and Research Grant Programs supporting research, awards and educational and scientific programs around the world. For more information, please visit www.komennwla.org or call 318 220 7050.
- Any Porter's Cleaners in Shreveport or Bossier
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Things You Might Want To Know
Texas has a new sex offender registry.
The Texas Department of Public Safety has unveiled the complete redesign of the state's public website allowing users to now subscribe to email notifications about changes in a specific zip code or to a specific offender's record.
The redesign also allows the public access to additional information about specific offenders, including their complete work address, whether the offender attends an institution of higher education and Texas and out-of-state sex offenses.
Enhanced mapping allows users to search by name, address, zip code and county.
DPS sex offender registry personnel will also be able to easier reconcile the sex offender database with the Texas Crime Information Center and National Crime Information Center.
The website can be found at https://records.txdps.state.tx.us/DPS_WEB/SorNew/index.aspx
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VOLUNTEERThe American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization led by volunteers which provides relief to victims of disaster and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies
If you need help from the American Red Cross, please call us, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at (318)865-9545
Our address is:
4221 Linwood Avenue
Shreveport,LA 71108Our fax number is:
(318) 868-4111
Our email address is:
redcross@louisianaredcross.org
Our Website address is:
www.louisianaredcross.org
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- For more info, call your local Goodwill Job Center today!
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Allow yourself to be upset or even afraid. These are natural reactions. However, should they become intense, be willing to seek professional help. Talking things through and hearing another person's perspective can bring relief and restore your positive outlook.
Resist the urge to tell your boss what you truly think of him or her. Remember, you may need him or her as a reference for a future job.
Take advantage of any assistance your workplace offers. Many companies provide placement assistance, job retraining and severance packages. Make sure you are aware of all benefits offered.
Apply for any applicable government benefits. Your HR representative at work will be a good resource.
Resist the urge to solve your problems by spending recklessly. It may feel good for the moment, but the high of spending won't equal the low of dealing with additional debt when there is no income.
The Louisiana Association on Compulsive Gambling is a non-profit organization dedicated to advocating and/or providing cost-effective, quality assistance for all individuals in the State of Louisiana who may be affected by gambling problems.
The organization further promotes the development of more educational programs and professional resources for problem gambling assistance.
Louisiana Association
on Compulsive Gambling
324 Texas St.
Shreveport, LA 71101318-227-0883 | FAX 318-220-7579
E-MAIL web@centerofrecovery.org
Web SiteLouisiana Problem Gamblers Helpline
TOLL FREE 1-877-770-STOPThe Louisiana Problem Gamblers Help Line is a toll-free, confidential information and referral line that assists individuals in the state of Louisiana who may be affected by gambling problems. This includes providing information to people who want help to stop gambling, family members who are concerned about a loved one, or a person in recovery from gambling who is searching for a GA meeting. In addition, we talk to individuals from throughout the state who have a question on any other addiction and direct them to the proper resource.
Keep Your Pets Safe in a Hurricane
The 2009 Atlantic Hurricane Season begins June 1 and is expected to bring 12 named storms, with six of those becoming hurricanes.Preparing your family is half the task facing residents of hurricane-prone areas. There's also the matter of your pets; planning to evacuate or taking shelter against the devastating storms requires initial planning.
PurinaCare Pet Health Insurance suggests preparing a Pet Evacuation Kit in the event of an evacuation or storm threat.
Here's a checklist of emergency items to include in your Pet Evacuation Kit.
-- All pets should wear an identification tag and collar
-- At least one week's supply of food in water-tight container
-- At least one week's supply of water
-- Leash and harness for dogs and cats
-- Appropriate size pet carrier for dogs and cats
-- Make sure vaccinations are up to date
-- Copies of updated vaccination certificates (required by shelters)
-- Pet medications (including heartworm / flea prevention)
-- Litter box, litter for cats
-- Updated photos of your pet in case they get lost
-- Your pet's favorite toy to help calm nerves
You should also identify evacuation sites and research pet accommodations. Make calls now to check on the boarding policies of the local kennels, animal shelters or hotels and ensure you add any of these requirements to your Pet Evacuation Kit.
Many lessons were learned from recent storm tragedies such as Hurricane Katrina when storm victims encountered evacuation shelters that did not allow pets. As a result, some pet owners refused to evacuate without their pets or had to do the unthinkable, abandon them.
On the web: www.purinacare.com