Women of Distinction walk the red carpet

More than 200 people gathered at the 2010 Women of Distinction Awards Ceremony and Reception in honor of nine women who contributed to their homes, churches and communities.

“This is The Light’s way of saying thank you for what you do for Central Louisiana. We are better people because of what you do,” said Publisher Sherri L. Jackson

The honorees are Cheronda Cooper, Barbara Dashiell, Annette Drummer, Connie Gonzales, Mary Hollingsworth, Winnifred Jett, Ingrid Johnson and Sylvia Martin.

The Light’s 2010 Women of Distinction named

The 2010 Women of Distinction are:

  • Ingrid Johnson of Alexandria
  • Gladys Morris of Colfax
  • Annette Drummer of Pineville
  • Barbara Dashiell of Alexandria
  • Connie Gonzales of Marksville
  • Sylvia Martin of Alexandria
  • Mary Hollingsworth of Boyce
  • Cheronda Cooper of Alexandria
  • Winnifred Jett of Alexandria
  • Benita Gaston of Alexandria

The Awards Ceremony is set for 7 p.m. Monday, March 15 at the Main Street Community Center. Tickets are $10 each.