Central City News

By Woody Jenkins, Editor Central City News There is a structural problem with City-Parish taxes and spending Simply put, here is the problem:  • We have enough tax revenue to pay for the normal operations of the City-Parish government, but tax revenues are not being distributed to agencies where the need is greatest. •Some agencies […]

Riley Keranen from Denham Springs has captured the title of International Cinderella Missd at the pageant’s 49th production in Dallas. At the completion of her reign, she will receive a $4,000 college scholarship. Jamisyn Payne from Central also brought home the title of International Cameo Girl for her age division. She received a banner, crown, […]

The Bank of Zachary has announced that Amy Williams has joined the organization as Assistant Vice President, Human Resources Manager. Amy brings more than 12 years of experience in human resources leadership and benefits administration, talent acquisition, ADA and leave compliance, and overall HR operations. For the past decade, she has served in a variety […]

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered recovery program for anyone struggling with addiction, hurts, habits, or hang-ups. These may include depression, loneliness, anger, divorce, pornography, co-dependency, gambling, and other issues from the past or present that affect one’s life. C.R. is a confidential safe place to find freedom from issues that are controlling our lives. The […]

 In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the City of Central, Mayor Wade Evans hosted a 20th Birthday Bash July 5 at 14150 Grand Settlement at The Settlement at Shoe Creek. More than 3,500 people turned out for the event, which included live entertainment, food, vendors, and fireworks. The City of Central officially came into […]

​Central Private School has announced that Dr. Mikelyn Smith Sumner, an alumna and longtime supporter of the school, has been named Executive Director. A graduate of the Class of 1991 and a familiar face around campus, Mrs. Sumner’s love for Central Private runs deep. Now she’s bringing that passion to her new leadership role. Mrs. […]

The Central City News, published by Community Press, LLC, once again dominated the Better Newspaper Awards competition conducted by the Louisiana Press Association. The Central City News took home 18 first-place awards this year in competition with community newspapers across Louisiana. Central City News editor Woody Jenkins said, “It is gratifying to be honored by […]

David Barrow Mayor, City of Central (2019-2023) I enjoyed my tenure with the City of Central from starting off as chairman of the first Planning & Zoning Commission in 2005 to becoming Chief Administrative Officer in 2007 under Mayor Mac Watts (the best Mayor Central has ever had) to becoming Mayor in 2019.  It was […]

 Woody Jenkins editor, Central City News It’s great to have our speaker, former Congressman Garret Graves, at the Ronald Reagan Newsmaker Luncheon.  It’s unusual to call him “former” Congressman because I feel he should still be our Congressman. He’ll be talking today about the President’s Great Big Beautiful Bill that has passed and other issues.  […]

Bank of Zachary is pleased to announce the promotion of two valued team members, Ruth Ann Kuhns and Nicky Gautreau, to the position of Vice President. These well-earned promotions recognize their outstanding contributions, leadership, and sustained commitment to excellence in serving the bank and its customers. Ruth Ann Kuhns, who joined Bank of Zachary in […]