Central City News

BATON ROUGE — There have been many significant moments in the history of NewsRadio 1150 WJBO, but few have been as important as that day in 1988 when manager George Jenne signed up a little known conservative talk show host named Rush Limbaugh. At first, it must have seemed a disastrous decision.  WJBO had a […]

Can Local Talk, Personalities of 107.3 Challenge WJBO Loyalty? by Woody Jenkins, Editor BATON ROUGE — More than any other medium, radio represents the heartbeat of Baton Rouge.  It’s where we go for the latest weather, breaking news, sports, and music.  Radio has changed, but our attachment to the automobile has kept radio ever present. […]

CENTRAL — Central Private School’s Board of Directors has announced the selection of Dr. Jefferie Thielbar to serve as the next principal of Central Private School. Dr. Thielbar has extensive experience as an educator, principal, and superintendent.  In addition to holding a doctorate in education, Dr. Thielbar has served in the United States Marine Corps […]

St. Alphonsus Auction & Taste of Central ST. ALPHONSUS AUCTION AND A TASTE OF CENTRAL — The annual auction and food festival is coming up at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 23 at St. Alphonsus. There will be silent and live auctions, delicious local restaurant food tasting, and live rhythm and blues band!  Door tickets […]

CENTRAL — Early voting for the March 2 special election, called to fill the seat in House District 65, will be conducted at the Registrar of Voters offices beginning Saturday, Feb. 16 and continuing through Saturday, Feb. 23. Early voting hours are 8:30 a.m. through 6 p.m. each day. Early voting will be held at […]

These tips for getting started courtesy of Plant World, 10131 Greenwell Springs, phone 272-7144 Care and feeding of ducks and chicks. 1. Keep warm at 90 degrees.  No drafts. 2. No bathing chicks and ducks.  Need clean dry area. 3. Fresh food and water daily. 4. Handle and hold chicks and ducks very gentle. 5. […]

BARRY IVEY 1. Why are you offering yourself for service in the Legislature? I am an ordinary citizen who is very concerned about the direction of our government and the erosion of our freedom. I want to make a difference, defend our Constitution and do my part to limit the power of government. That’s why, […]

A Closer Look at Barry Ivey, Scott Wilson CENTRAL — House candidates Scott Wilson and Barry Ivey have answered a series of questions propounded by the Republican Party of East Baton Rouge Parish.  Their answers are found in a special Central City News report on Page 3. While the candidates agree on most issues, there […]

Republican Party To Make Choice At Meeting Tonight BATON ROUGE — Two Republican candidates are seeking the endorsement of the Republican Party of East Baton Rouge Parish tonight at 6 p.m. at the Metro Council Chamber. Central businessman Barry Ivey, a nuclear power contractor, and Metro Councilman Scott Wilson are on the ballot in the March 2 […]

CENTRAL — Local realtor Jr. Shelton, who narrowly lost a bid for mayor of the City of Central in 2010, announced Wednesday that he will not seek the post in municipal elections next spring. Shelton, who received 48 percent against incumbent Mayor Mac Watts, was considered a strong candidate for the post.  Shelton’s announcement was […]