- Name
- Paige Walker, Broker and Owner - Your Louisiana Real Estate Connection
- Company
- Century 21 Millennium
- E-mail
- Contact Paige Walker, Broker and Owner - Your Louisiana Real Estate Connection (Century 21 Millennium)
- Website
- http://www.paigewalker.com
- Office Phone
- (318) 640-2121 x 201
- Cell Phone
- (318) 308-2121
- Alt. Phone
- (877) 445-2121
- Fax
- (318) 640-2252
- Address
- 2690 Donahue Ferry Road, Pineville, LA, 71360
- Description
- I love real estate and it shows! Just ask my past clients. With 20 yrs in real estate I have prevailed as one of the top agents in Central LA! Let me show you why, give me a call or email me!
Central Louisiana Homes, Land and Commercial Real Estate
Central Louisiana Homes, Land and Commercial Real Estate
PaigeWalker.com - Your Real Estate Connection in Central Louisiana
Specialize in Residential properties - Foreclosures - Short Sales - Heir Property - First Time Home Buyers - New Construction - Marketing and Buyer Representation.
I have been licensed to sell real estate for 20 years and have been active the entire time selling about 60 properties per year! I have the knowledge and experience to help no matter what the situation.
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ATTENTION FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS: There are many loan programs to help you achieve the dream of home ownership in Central Louisiana. From Grants in surrounding parishes to government programs, there is always one that should work for you. Just give me a call at 318-308-2121 and I can put you in touch with a mortgage broker that can help you fulfill your dream of home ownership!
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Buyers in Central Louisiana ( Alexandria, Pineville, Ball, Pollock, Woodworth, Marksville and surrounding areas) - Louisiana is a Buyer Agency state. That means whatever agent you are working with actually represents you (as long as it's not their listing you are interested in). Why wouldn't you want to work with an agent that has experience in negotiating for hundreds of families in your position? An agent that can get you the best terms possible for the home of your dreams. Call Paige Walker at 318-640-2121 or 318-308-2121 and get her working on finding your home today.
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UPCOMING EVENTS IN CENTRAL LOUISIANA
Central Louisiana is located right in the middle of Louisiana with the Alexandria/Pineville area as it's base. You can see by the map below exactly where we are in comparison with the larger areas of Baton Rouge and New Orleans. Being in the middle of the State gives us an distinct advantage. We are about two hours from Shreveport, Baton Rouge and Lake Charles and only four hours from Houston and/or Dallas TX and three hours from New Orleans. Just a short car ride away from just about anything you would like to do.
Alexandria, Pineville and Central Louisiana HOME BUYERS will benefit from the experience Paige Walker has to offer. With 20 years of experience in the Real Estate industry Paige has the knowledge and experience buyers need to find their next home. She is familiar with all the surrounding Parishes in Louisiana. Paige knows the different subdivisions and has a copy of the restrictions for each if you have any questions about what you can or can not do once you purchase a home. In addition, Paige also is in touch with the market and knows about new subdivisions and developments that are coming in.
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Clerks of Court
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Allen Parish - Gerald Harrington
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337-639-4351
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Avoyelles Parish - Samuel Couvillion
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318-253-7523
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Catahoula Parish - Janet Payne
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318-744-5497
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Concordia Parish - Clyde Webber
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318-336-4204
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Evangeline Parish - Walter Lee
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337-363-5671
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Grant Parish - J Elray Lemoine
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318-627-3246
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LaSalle Parish - Steve Crooks
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318-992-2158
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Natchitoches Parish - Louie Bernard
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318-352-8152
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Rapides Parish - Carolyn Ryland
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318-473-8153
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Vernon Parish - Willie Deon Jr
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337-238-1384
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Winn Parish - Don Kelley
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318-628-3515
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Colleges & Universities
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Louisiana College
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318-487-7011
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Louisiana State University at Alexandria
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318-445-3672
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Northwestern State University
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318-357-6361
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Learning Center for Rapides Parish
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318-484-2184
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Economic Development Departments
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Central Louisiana Chamber of Commerce
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318-442-6671
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State Financial Institutions Office
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318-487-5023
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Central Louisiana Electric Company
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318-484-7400
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Greater Alexandria Economic Development Authority
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318-880-0407
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Alexandria Regional Port Authority
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318-473-1848
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Cenla Advantage Partnership
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318-767-3001
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Hospitals
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Allen Parish Hospital - Kinder
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337-738-2527
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Avoyelles Hospital - Marksville
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318-253-8611
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Bunkie General Hospital
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318-346-6681
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CHRISTUS St Frances Cabrini
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318-487-1122
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Huey P Long - Pineville
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318-448-0811
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Huey P Long - England AirPark
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318-483-7000
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LaSalle General Hospital
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318-992-9200
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Natchitoches Regional Medical Center
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318-214-4200
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Oakdale Community Hospital
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318-335-3700
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Rapides Regional Medical Center
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318-473-3000
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US Veterans Medical Center
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318-473-0010
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Ville Platte Medical Center
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337-363-5684
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Winn Parish Medical Center
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318-648-3000
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Department of Labor
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Allen Parish Job Center
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318-335-4335
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Natchitoches Parish Field Audit
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318-357-3149
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Natchitoches Parish Career Solutions
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318-357-3145
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Rapides Parish Career Solutions
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318-487-5532
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Vernon Parish Career Solutions
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337-238-6436
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All Claims
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866-783-5567
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Louisiana Technical Colleges
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Alexandria Campus
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318-487-5439
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Avoyelles Campus
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318-876-2401
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Ferriday Campus
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318-757-6501
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Jennings Campus
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337-824-4811
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Leesville Campus
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337-537-3135
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Natchitoches Campus
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318-357-3162
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Oakdale Campus
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318-335-3944
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Winnfield Campus
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318-628-4342
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Mayors
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Alexandria - Jacques Roy
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318-449-5000
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Ball - Roy Hebron
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318-640-9605
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Boyce - Donald Welch
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318-793-2175
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Bunkie - Gerard Moreau
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318-346-7663
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Campti - Judy Daniels
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318-476-3326
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Cheneyville - Coral Johnson
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318-279-2155
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Colfax - Gerald Hamilton
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318-627-3711
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Dry Prong - Paul Pace
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318-899-5341
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Ferriday - Glen McGlothin
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318-757-3411
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Forest Hill - Marcia Young
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318-748-6300
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Glenmora - Joseph Rivers
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318-748-4885
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Harrisonburg - Michael Tubre
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318-744-5411
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Jena - Murphy McMillin
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318-992-2148
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Jonesville - Hiram Evans
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318-339-8596
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Kinder - Estes Ledoux Jr.
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337-738-2620
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Lecompte - Gregory Clark
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318-776-5488
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Leesville - Betty Westerchill
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337-239-2444
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Mamou - Wilda Chamberlain
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337-468-3272
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Marksville - Dr Richard R Michel
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318-253-9500
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McNary - Don Parker
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318-748-8264
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Natchitoches - Wayne McCullen
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318-352-2772
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Oakdale - Bobby Abrusley
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318-335-1111
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Oberlin - Philip Beard
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337-639-4333
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Pineville - Clarence Fields
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318-445-7163
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Pollock - Jerome Scott
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318-765-3796
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Rosepine - Bruce Ward
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337-463-8908
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Simmesport - James Fontenot
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318-941-2493
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Vidalia - Hyram Copeland
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318-336-5206
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Ville Platte - Billy Jeanmard
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337-363-2939
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Winnfield - Deano Thornton
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318-628-3939
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Woodworth - David Butler II
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318-442-1198
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Department of Motor Vehicles
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Allen Parish (Oakdale)
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318-335-2578
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Avoyelles Parish (Bunkie)
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318-346-7798
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Avoyelles Parish (Marksville)
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318-253-9773
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Catahoula Parish (Harrisonburg)
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318-339-6102
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Concordia Parish (Vidalia)
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318-336-7137
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LaSalle Parish (Jena)
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318-992-4791
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Natchitoches Parish (Natchitoches)
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318-357-3166
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Rapides Parish (Alexandria)
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318-487-5933
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Rapides Parish (Pineville)
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318-487-5949
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Vernon Parish (Leesville)
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337-238-6434
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Winn Parish (Winnfield)
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318-628-6059
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Police Jury Presidents
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Allen Parish - R.E. Weatherford
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337-639-4328
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Avoyelles Parish - Mickey Romano
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318-253-9208
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Catahoula Parish - Libby Ford
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318-744-5435
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Concordia Parish - Melvin Ferrington
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318-336-5953
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Evangeline Parish - Bob Manuel
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337-363-5651
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Grant Parish - Donnie Brown
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318-627-3157
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LaSalle Parish - Wayne Richardson
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318-992-2101
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Natchitoches Parish - David Dollar
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318-352-2714
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Rapides Parish - Theodore Fontaine
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318-473-6660
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Vernon Parish - James Tuck
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337-239-2311
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Winn Parish - Jack McFarland
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318-628-5824
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Department of Education School Boards
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Allen Parish
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337-639-4311
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Avoyelles Parish
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318-346-2994
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Catahoula Parish
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318-744-5273
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Concordia Parish
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318-336-4226
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Evangeline Parish
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337-363-5668
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Grant Parish
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318-627-3274
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LaSalle Parish
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318-992-0271
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Louisiana Special Education Center
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318-487-5484
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Natchitoches Parish
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318-352-2358
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Rapides Parish
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318-487-0888
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Vernon Parish
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337-239-3401
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Winn Parish
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318-628-6936
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Sheriffs
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Allen Parish - Harold Brady
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337-639-4353
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Avoyelles Parish - Doug Anderson
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318-253-8085
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Catahoula Parish - James Kelly
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318-744-5411
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Concordia Parish - Randy Maxwell
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318-336-5232
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Evangeline Parish - Eddie Soileau
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337-363-2161
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Grant Parish - Baxter Welch
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318-627-3261
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LaSalle Parish - Scott Franklin
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318-992-2151
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Natchitoches Parish - Victor Jones Jr
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318-352-6432
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Rapides Parish - Chuck Wagner
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318-473-6704
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Vernon Parish - Sam Craft
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337-238-1311
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Winn Parish - A.D. "Bodie" Little
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318-628-4611
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State Representatives/Senators
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Contact While In Session
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225-342-6945
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District 22 - Rep Billy Chandler
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318-899-1193
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District 23 - Rep Rick Nowlin
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318-357-7048
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District 25 - Rep Chris Roy
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318-767-6095
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District 26 - Rep Herbert Dixon
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318-487-5661
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District 27 - Rep Chris Hazel
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318-484-2210
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District 28 - Rep Robert Johnson
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318-253-8891
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District 28 - Sen Eric LaFleur
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337-363-5019
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District 29 - Sen Joe McPherson
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318-484-2211
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District 30 - Rep James Armes
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337-238-7004
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District 31 - Sen Gerald Long
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318-628-5799
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District 32 - Rep Dorothy Hill
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800-259-2118
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District 32 - Sen Neil Riser
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318-649-0977
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District 34 - Rep AB Franklin
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337-491-2320
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District 34 - Sen Francis Thompson
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318-878-9408
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District 38 - Rep Bernard LeBas
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337-363-0152
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Tax Assessors
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Allen Parish - Richard Earl
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337-639-4391
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Avoyelles Parish - Emeric Dupuy
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318-253-4507
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Catahoula Parish - Carmon Walker
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318-744-5291
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Concordia Parish - Monelle Moseley
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318-336-5122
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Evangeline Parish - Dirk Deville
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337-363-4310
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Grant Parish - Walker Wright
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318-627-5471
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LaSalle Parish - Aron Johnson
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318-992-8256
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Natchitoches Parish - Rick Hargis
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318-352-2377
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Rapides Parish - Ralph Gill
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318-448-8511
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Vernon Parish - James A Johnson
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337-239-2167
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Winn Parish - Lawrence Desadier
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318-628-3267
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Another special event in Central LA! An Art Show for Children! Gather up all those precious drawings and enter them into this contest!
Subject: Art Show for Children
We were happy to get to know the wonderful owners of the Gallery House in Alexandria on Jackson Street.
We will be filming a children's art show on the 15th of July from 4-8pm.
Any child can enter!
Categories:
Group 1: 0-5 years old
Group 2: 6-10 years old
Group 3: 11-15 years old
Art work due at 1901 Jackson St. by the 14th of July
Prizes:
Each group is $25 first place and $5 for second place
Best of Show is $50.00
Please send artwork in with the information below:
Artist
Age
City
State
Zip
Phone
Email
Title of Work
Size & Brief description
For Sale? Yes or No / Price
Sponsored by Cenla News Weekly
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Looking for a Home Inspector in Central Louisiana?
I can help put you in touch with the best. There is no one who believes more in getting a home inspection than me. I believe real estate is the largest investment you can obtain, why wouldn't you spend $300 to find out about what it is that you are purchasing? An inspection isn't just to find out what is wrong with the property, it is also a time for accumulating information; make and model numbers of units as well as the age, things to take care of long term, can you do an addition in the attic?, what happens if you let the landscaping go over the slab and weep holes around the outside? Paige can help you find an inspector who will answer your questions while giving the house a thorough inspection at the same time. Remember, all inspectors in the State of Louisiana must be licensed and accredited and have to complete ongoing education to remain active. They are professionals.
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Want to become a Real Estate Agent in Central LA? Give me a call at 318-308-2121 and I can set up a meeting to go over what it takes. A real estate career is not for everyone, however, it can be a very rewarding career for someone that has the right stuff. To learn more about becoming a real estate agent in the largest real estate network click here for information http://www.century21.com/careerfranchise/career.jsp . If you are interested call Paige Walker at 318-640-2121 or 318-308-2121 today to set up your meeting.
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How is the real estate market in Central Louisiana holding up? Our real estate market for Central Louisiana is fairing very well. We did see a dip at the end of 2009, but now much when compared to the rest of the nation. Over the past 10 years we have had about 5% appreciation over all. A great investment return if you ask me. We are starting to see a return of spec houses in the new construction area and due to great interest rates, the home buyer credit and special 100% financing we are seeing more homes go on the market and selling in a reasonable time frame. Want to know what your home would sell for, just give me a call at 318-308-2121 and we can arrange a time for me to go and look at your home and compile a price opinion of it's value today.
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WHAT PRICE RANGE SHOULD YOU BE LOOKING IN? So you think you are ready to take the leap into home ownership, but, don't know where to begin. The first step is always to get pre-approved for a mortgage. This will let you know what you are qualified for in terms of price. You may not want to spend as much as you are qualified to spend. Just let us know how much you feel comfortable with per month and we can back into an amount for you based on this information. Just call Paige Walker at 318-640-2121 or 318-308-2121 for more information on getting you pre-approved for a mortgage. Interest rates are low right now - it's a great time to buy!
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FORECLOSURES AND HUD PROPERTIES - WANT A LIST? If you are looking for a HUD foreclosure no need to pay a service to locate them. You can find them on the government site by clicking here: http://portal.hud.gov/portal/page/portal/HUD/topics/hud_homes Just click on the State your looking in and then you can choose your city of interest to look at the properties. If your city is not listed that means there is currently no HUD homes available in that city. With HUD they have a period where you must be an owner occupant to bid after that period is over if no one gets the house then it is open on a daily basis for all bidders - investors alike. In order to make a bid you must go thru a approved HUD agent. To make a bid on a HUD home in the State of Louisiana call Paige Walker at 318-640-2121 or 318-308-2121 she is an approved HUD agent and can help you get that home you want.
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SHORT SALES IN LOUISIANA - Not every agent is qualified to work thru a short sale. It takes knowledge and experience on the Short Sale process to make it to the closing table. A short sale is when an individual can get the mortgage holder (bank or mortgage company) to accept less than what is owed on a property as payment in full. This can be accomplished - not all the time, some lenders are just too stubborn to accept anything less than full payoff. However, it can be a win win for all parties when it happens. Make sure your agent has the experience needed to make it happen for you. If you are wanting to see if you can get a short sale contact Paige Walker at 318-640-2121 or 318-308-2121 and go over the details with her. Even if your not in Louisiana she can give you some good advice on the Short Sale process.
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WE KNOW OUR WAY AROUND IN CENTRAL LOUISIANA - Agents with Century 21 Millennium know their way around our area. If you are going to be moving to Central Louisiana and want an agent to show you around the area before deciding what town you want to purchase in, just give us a call at 318-640-2121. We can first send you information on our area and what Central Louisiana has to offer for you and your family. Then when you hit town for your house hunting trip, we can arrange to show you around to help you get familiar with what we have to offer. Central Louisiana has a lot to offer and we want to show you the highlights while you are here!
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NEW HOME WARRANTY ACT FOR THE STATE OF LOUISIANA - If you are purchasing a new construction in the State of Louisiana - make sure you have the builder sign a New Home Warranty Act before or at the closing. This will give you some peace of mind for the first five years of the home. Of course the ‘warranty' is only good as long as the builder is still around and living. It basically states that the builder will stand behind any structural issues with the home for the first five years. They are also liable within that period in different increments for other items with the house. It states that they are liable for any defects for the first year period. All of this doesn't matter if you don't have them sign the document and acknowledge it with your signature. Paige Walker is a certified New Construction Specialist, she is fully aware of everything that has to do with a new construction property. If you are thinking of building make sure you speak with an expert before committing yourself with a builder you don't know. Once again this is probably the largest investment of your life - do your homework and by all means all have a Realtor on your side that is Certified in New Construction. You can contact Paige Walker with Century 21 Millennium at 318-640-2121 or 318-308-2121 with any questions you may have about new construction homes.
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LOUISIANA LAW ON AS IS OR WITH WARRANTY - WHAT DOES IT ALL MEAN?In Louisiana you can purchase a property with warranty and redhibition, this is the default unless otherwise stipulated in the Cash Sale. What does this mean to you? If you should purchase a home and then realize that there is a defect with the property, whether the previous owner was aware or not, and it renders the property useless or impacts it to the point you would not have purchased it or if you would have you wouldn't have paid as much..you have the right to go back to the previous owner for Redhibition. If you succeed they would have to buy the home back from you. The catch is you must be able to prove the defect existed when the previous owner had it.
When you purchase"AS IS WITH WAIVER OF REDHIBITION" you are giving up any rights you would have to go back against the previous owner in the event you find a defect after purchasing. The only exception would be is if you can prove that there was fraud involved. They knew about a defect and did not disclose it to you. Then you may have the right to Redhibition.
Be careful what you buy, Get an inspection by a qualified inspector. That is your best insurance.
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People sometimes think because we are a smaller city that there isn't anything go on in the area. Well, Yes there is! You just have to show up! Here is a little bit going on in April in Central LA:
Movies in the Park
Apr 1 - Jul 15
Where: Various locations
When: 6 p.m.
Details: Sponsored by the City of Alexandria Division of Community Services and Fox 48. Popular movies will be shown in local parks. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and family out to enjoy the show!
Admission: Free
Contact: 449-5108
Brown Bag Concerts
Apr 9 - Apr 23 
Where: Alexander Fulton Mini Park
When: Noon until 1 p.m.
Details: Sponsored by the City of Alexandria Division of Community Services. April 9: Dave Duplissey and Uptown Jazz, April 16: The Mirage Band and April 23: John DeChiaro.
Admission: Free
Contact: 449-5051
DownTown Rocks Concerts
Apr 9 - Apr 23
Where: Downtown Alexandria
When: 6 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Details: Sponsored by the City of Alexandria Division of Community Services. April 9: Leon Chavis and the Zydeco Flames, April 16: Kid Merv and April 23: Dash Rip Rock.
Admission: Free
Contact: 449-5051
It's a Mod, Mod, Mod World
Apr 1 - Apr 30
Where: Alexandria Museum of Art
When:
Details: Tue.-Fri- 10a.m.-5p.m., Sat. 10a.m.-4p.m. Sponsored by AMoA. Art work from the 60's and 70's.
Admission: $4 adults, $3 students, seniors and military, $3 children 4-13, and under 4 free
Contact: 443-3458
Chorale Spring Concert 
Apr 15
Where: Guinn Auditorium
When: 7:30 p.m.
Details: Sponsored by Louisiana College Department of Music.
Admission: Free
Contact: Dr. Fred Guilbert: 487-7404
Downtown Art Walk
Apr 16
Where: Downtown Alexandria
When: 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Details: Sponsored by the City of Alexandria Division of Community Services. Come downtown and shop with local and regional artists who will be displaying their works of art along 3rd St. Take a free tour of River Oaks Square Arts Center and AMoA and stop for dinner and drinks at downtown participating establishments.
Admission: Free
Contact: 449-5051
Swing for the Red Golf Tournament
Apr 16
Where: OakWing Golf Club
When: 11:30 a.m.
Details: Sponsored by Super 1 Foods. 4-man scramble where golfers enjoy a relaxing day of golf, catered lunch, silent auction and short awards dinner, all while supporting the on going work of Central Louisiana Red Cross.
Admission: $500 for 4-man team
Contact: Kyra Turner: 442-6621 ext. 215
Alexandria Art Walk
April 16
Downtown Alexandria
5-8pm
Admission Free
Relay for Life
Apr 16
Where: Holy Savior Menard High School
When: 6 p.m. until 6 a.m.
Details: Sponsored by American Cancer Society. A life changing event that gives everyone a chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against the disease. Teams camp out at the high school and take turns walking around the track. Because cancer never sleeps, Relays are overnight.
Admission: Free
Contact: Christina Griffin: 628-0091
Party for the Planet aka Cenla Earth Fair
Apr 17
Where: Alexandria Zoo
When: 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. 
Details: Sponsored by Alexandria Zoo, City of Alexandria and FOTAZ. An eco-friendly celebration promoting the appreciation of the earth with over twenty interactive booths, take home items, animal encounters and the electrifying energy of Vocal Trash.
Admission: $5 adults, $3 children 4-12
Contact: 441-6818 or www.thealexandriazoo.com
15th Annual Jazz on the River
Apr 17
Where: Downtown amphitheatre
When: 6 p.m.
Details: Sponsored by Arna Bontemps African American Museum, City of Alexandria and community partners. Rain site is Convention Hall.
Admission: $200 for reserved tables of 10, open seating free to the public
Contact: Gwendolyn Y Elmore: 473-4692
Louisianians Spring Concert
Apr 20
Where: Guinn Auditorium
When: 7:30 p.m.
Details: Sponsored by Louisiana College Department of Music.
Admission: Free
Contact: Dr. Fred Guilbert: 487-7404
William Shakespeare's "Anthony and Cleopatra"
Apr 21 - Apr 24
Where: LSU Alexandria Quadrangle
When: Sunset - approximately 7 p.m.
Details: Sponsored by LSUA Empty Space Players. 11th annual Shakespeare-on-the-Greene festival features this seldom performed Shakespearean tragedy. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and bug spay and come enjoy an evening under the stars.
Admission: Free
Contact: Richard Gwartney: 427-4469
Babik
Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center
April 24 at 7:30pm
Cost: $15 Adults
$10 Seniors & Students
Cenla Rose Show, Wedding Re-enactment and Plantation Tea
Where: Kent Plantation House
Apr 24
Details: Sponsored by Kent Plantation House and The Central Louisiana Rose Society.
Admission: TBA
Contact: 487-5998
Lagniappe Conservatory Showcase
Apr 24
Where: Alexandria Mall
When: 7 p.m.
Details: Sponsored by Lagniappe Theatre Company. Evening showcasing the talents of their students in a culminating performance featuring music, improv, acting and much more.
Admission: $5 - $10
Contact: 48-STAGE
The Shepherd Center Italian Feast
Apr 25
Where: Roy O. Martin Building, 2189 Memorial Drive
When: 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Details: Sponsored by The Shepherd Center of Central Louisiana, Inc. A premier lunch buffet serving Italian cuisine prepared by some of the best area cooks who support and appreciate the services provided by the Shepherd Center.
Admission: $25 per person, children under 12 eat free
Contact: Jodie Roberts or Glenda Vandersypen: 448-3752
Season Opener
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Where: Johnny Downs Sports Complex
When:
Details: Sponsored by Dixie Youth Baseball.
Admission:
Contact: Mark Dinnat: 419-0438
Dinner on the Bricks
3rd Street Downtown
April 29 at 6-8pm
Admission Fee To Concert
Details: Sponsored by City of Alexandria Division of Community Services. Come and dine on the bricks as locally owned restaurants and caterers showcase some of their menu favorites. Music provided by Improv.
Admission: Admission free to concert; fees vary for menu items.
Contact: 449-5051
Dinner Concert with Albert and Gage/Heritage Day
Apr 30 - May 1
Where: Longleaf
When:
Details: Dinner Concert 6p.m.; Heritage Day 9a.m.-4p.m. Sponsored by Southern Forest Heritage Museum. Dinner Concert catered by Backwoods' Catering. Heritage day consists of gospel singing, a tractor pull, food, arts and crafts, M-4 rail rides and tours of the museum. Admission: $40 for dinner; $ 5 Heritage Day
Contact: Claudia Troll: 447-7720 or 748-8404
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The Rapides Parish Habitat for Humanity is having their Inaugural Gala to raise funds needed to build more
Habitat homes in the Central Louisiana area.
The Inaugural Gala event is to be held on April 29, 2010 at the
Alexandria Museum of Art in Alexandria, LA.
Our goal is to continue to build partner homes for those who have worked diligently and earned their "sweat equity" hours. We believe in giving a "hand up" by empowering families, educating them, and supporting them in home ownership.
There have been many lives changed over the years through the Habitat Program.
Our goal is to raise $90,000 in tax-deductable donations.
Here are the Sponsorship Opportunities:
In addition, you are welcome to include a contribution not listed on the sponsor sheet.
For more information you may contact Marsha McGraw at 318-445-7653
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Paige Walker, Real Estate Broker for Century 21 Millennium
I have been in real estate for 20 years now. I obtained my license and got my feet wet in Baton Rouge before moving to Central Louisiana. I am a Centurion Award winner for many years. This is the top award given by Century 21 Real Estate Corporation for production for an agent. You have to sell over 60 properties in a calendar year in order to receive this award. I believe NAR states that the average agent nationwide sells less than 10 homes in a year. Yep, 60 is a bunch!
I have thousands of hours of continuing education under my belt, in addition to many designations, to most it is just a bunch of letters, however, it does show a continuous pursuit to improve myself each year. As the saying goes if your not moving forward your moving back. And most would say they don't want to go back. I definitely want to move forward and grow in knowledge and wisdom to not only be the best agent I can be but the best person God wants me to be.
In addition to my designations, I also have a specialty in new construction. I completed the difficult training program called The Certified New Home Specialist. To the best of my knowledge, I am the only agent in Central LA that has completed the course and received the designation. It has proven to be a great benefit for me and my clients!
My Hobbies
As much as I love it, there is life outside of real estate. I love spending time with my family, especially on vacation! Our family favorite is to take cruises. We greatly enjoy one of the newest ships that Royal Caribbean has - Liberty of the Seas out of Miami! When they wrapped up the inaugural year in May, 2008 we were lucky enough to be on the ship 3 times in the first year! This year we took our dream cruise to ALASKA - in search for Whales and we weren't dissapointed...It was Awesome! Look thru my Blog for great pics from our trip!
We try to always be together on Thanksgiving on vacation, whether on a cruise or some other location! It is a great bonding time for us.
We also enjoy going on bike trips across the beautiful U.S.! There is just something about the open road with the wind blowing and blue skies above. We have seen some of the most spectacular scenery while on bike trips. Places we probably would never have seen if we were in a car. It is fantastic!
Another type of vacation I enjoy greatly is to fly in to one location, rent a vehicle (prefer a convertible) and drive across a few states then fly out somewhere else. I use the book "1000 places to see before you die" as my guide. We have stayed at some great B&B's and historical hotels using this book as a reference. Never disappointed! If it was not for that book I would never have seen the most beautiful night sky in Utah. There were a Billion stars in the sky and they were so bright it looked like you could reach up and touch them!!
Yea I am passionate about travelling, I put that same passion in my real estate career as well.
Testimonials
Here is just a sample of what my past clients have to say about me:
Alexandria Buyer 2010
Paige has been the best Realtor I have ever worked with and I have bought quite a few houses. Very informative and helpful throughout the entire process
Pineville Seller/Alexandria Buyer 2010
Paige was wonderful!!! I will always appreciate her. She made selling my house and buying my daughters so easy.
Pineville Seller 2010
Paige Walker is a fantastic agent that regularly stayed in touch with us through the process. She got our home sold fast and made sure we understood everything that was going on all the way to closing. She did a very good job managing the details from contract to close. We would definately recommend her to our friends and family.
Pineville Buyer 2010
My agent Paige Walker was very delightful to work with. She showed excellent skill and knowledge of the market. She was also thoughtful and considerate of me. I will not hesitate to use Century 21 in the future and will recommend Paige to any new home seekers.
Tioga Seller 2010
I have used Paige as my agent a couple of times before. She always does a great job and makes sure I understand everything from start to finish. She is very easy to talk to and never minds all my questions. I will one day be using her again to buy another home.
Alexandria Seller 2010
Paige was great at listening to my needs and then going out and making it happen. She's a talented realtor as well as having a kind, Christian heart.
Pineville Buyer 2010
Paige Walker is an amazing Realtor, not to mention a compassionate and warm-hearted person, who made the whole process as easy for us as she could. Extraordinary service I don't believe you could find anywhere else.
Grant Parish Buyer 2010
Paige was exhaustive in her willingness to help us find a home from a long distance. I cannot say enough about her work ethic and professionalism. We were able to trust her completely.
Avoyelles Parish Buyer 2010
I can't say enough good things about Paige Walker. She is a fantastic realtor and a wonderful person. She is a worker from the get go and will do everything in her power to make the closing happen. #1 agent ever in my book.
Another Agent in Alexandria 2010
Thanks for your hard work. Its so nice to work with someone who actually knows what to do!!
