Model citizen

   Susan Fregeau, center, was named Louisiana Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year at the organization’s annual banquet April 11 at the Gatherings at 601 performance and event venue. Pictured with her are State Rep. Chad Perkins with a House resolution honoring Fregeau, and Chamber President Tabitha Rardon. Fregeau also received a print done by the late Louisiana artist John Stoeckley. Fregeau is known for her work in preserving, cataloguing and sharing Louisiana’s history, including the website www.historic-la-mo.com. The site features the slogan “Where History Lives on Every Corner!” The chamber has presented the award each year since 1975.

Cream of the cup

   The Bridge coffee shop was named Louisiana Chamber of Commerce Member of the Year. Pictured, from left, are The Bridge managers Jon and Mary Lou Kroeze and Leah and David Kessler, Chamber President Tabitha Rardon and State Rep. Chad Perkins, who presented a House resolution honoring The Bridge. Also awarded was a print by the late Louisiana artist John Stoeckley. The business at 403 Georgia in downtown Louisiana opened four years ago and lists its vision as “connecting community” while offering a safe, family-friendly environment.

   Sue Deines, left, received the Louisiana Community Betterment Association annual award for making the community such a great place to live. Pictured with her is Community Betterment Chairman Diana Huckstep. Deines was recognized for her numerous volunteer efforts.

   Master illusionist Keith Jozsef does a card trick for Viki Cadwallader during the social hour of the Louisiana Chamber of Commerce’s annual banquet April 11. The St. Louis magician regularly performs for Fortune 500 companies and in Las Vegas.