Wise and the Heartbreak Orchestra Return to Franklinton

Cody Wise and The Heartbreak Orchestra will perform live in concert at Bowling Green School in Franklinton, LA.  A 2003 graduate of BGS, Cody will bring his popular show to the school on Saturday, November 22 at 7:00 p.m.

The Heartbreak Orchestra will feature a special performance by David Fontana, son of Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame drummer D.J. Fontana. The elder Fontana served as Elvis Presley's drummer for 14 years. The performance includes Elvis hits from the 50s, his 68 Comeback Special and 70s and features three costume changes and an intermission.

Cody last performed in Franklinton to a sold-out audience at the 1010 Club and again at the Washington Parish Fair.

During his time as an Elvis tribute artist, Cody has played in venues that include the Horseshoe Casino in Tunica, MS, the Hard Rock Casino in Tampa, FL, the Hollywood Casino in Bay St. Louis, MS and the Florida State Fair. He's also performed in Las Vegas, Nevada, Presley's hometown of Tupelo, MS and Memphis, TN which was home to Elvis and his Graceland mansion. In 2013, Cody was also selected to play the part of Elvis in the Broadway hit Million Dollar Quartet.

Tickets for the November 22 performance can be purchased at Bowling Green School, Shirts-n-Things in Franklinton and Citizens Savings Bank (Franklinton and Bogalusa). Tickets are on sale now for $20 when purchased in advance or $25 at the door.

Cody Wise and the Heartbreak Orchestra will perform at Bowling Green School on Saturday, November 22

BGS to host Veterans Day Program

Friday, November 7^th, Bowling Green School will celebrate Veterans Day.  We will begin with breakfast in the cafeteria at 8:15 then move to the gym for our special program for 9:00. 

Immediately following the program, there will be a Service for Dignified Disposal of Unserviceable American Flags. 

If you have a tattered flag and would like it to be part of this special ceremony, please drop the flag off at the school or at The American Legion. BGS encourages all Veterans and their spouses to join us in honoring the men and women who has served our country.

November Is Native American Month

Washington Parish President Richard Ned Thomas joined in the support of the Museums of Cassidy Park and the Intertribal Council of Louisiana's Nov. 8 Native American Cultural Day by proclaiming the entire month of November “Native American Month,” and Nov. 8 “Native American Cultural Day” in the parish.

Thomas presented the proclamations to ITCL Director Kevin Billiot and MCP President Jo Ann Miller during the parish council meeting on Oct. 27.

The joint project will bring representatives of seven Louisiana tribes to Bogalusa's Cassidy Park to educate visitors about the culture and to demonstrate traditional dance, games, crafts and more. Individuals will be able to check out replicas of traditional dwellings and to ask questions in the intimate setting, and everybody will get a chance to take part in the fun and games.

Traditional craft items and food will be available for purchase, but admission to the 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. event is free of charge.

The proclamation notes, in part, that Native Americans were the first explorers and settlers of the area that now makes up Washington Parish; that large numbers of Native Americans have defended the security of the United States by serving in the armed forces; and that “the unique spiritual, artistic and literary contributions of Native Americans, together with their vibrant customs and celebrations, enliven and enrich our land.”

Thomas also notes that Native American Cultural Day on Nov. 8 at Cassidy Park offers a rare learning opportunity, and he asks all parish citizens to join in the celebration of the “history, heritage and culture of the native people of this great country.”

Cutline information: Washington Parish President Richard Ned Thomas, left, presents a proclamation declaring November “Native American Month” and November 8 “Native American Cultural Day” in the parish to Intertribal Council of Louisiana Director Kevin Billiot and Museums of Cassidy Park President Jo Ann Miller. The ITCL and MCP are partnering to present Native American Cultural Day in Cassidy Park.

Parish President Richard Thomas presented proclamations to ITCL Director Kevin Billiot and MCP President Jo Ann Miller during the parish council meeting on Oct. 27.