Central City News

Hause Actuarial Solutions provided the following analysis of the proposed sale of Blue Cross to Elevance and the transfer of Blue Cross funds to a new foundation. Executive Summary •The $2.5 billion valuation of the company as derived in the Cain Brothers opinion appears to be within a reasonable range of values. •The proposed plan […]

 Tractor Supply Company, the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States, celebrated its Grand Opening for its new store in Central earlier this month and is now open for business.   “At Tractor Supply, we are passionate about serving the needs of those who enjoy the Out Here lifestyle. Homeowners, livestock and pet owners, […]

By Woody Jenkins, Editor Since the Roe v. Wade decision in 1973 legalized abortion-on-demand in Louisiana, the biggest abortion provider in this state has been Leroy T. Brinkley. Brinkley, who is not a physician, operated out of six different locations in Baton Rouge and three in New Orleans over the past 40 years.  Perhaps the […]

Laurna “Cupid” Hart-James , Financial Advisor & Chief Operations Officer of Capital Financial Group, LLC, has been awarded the Behavioral Financial Advisor (BFA) designation. Cupid has long recognized the positive benefits of behavioral finance and emotional competence in helping clients make better decisions with, and about, money in the presence of competing priorities and emotions […]

For the third straight year, the Central City News has been named Community Newspaper of the Year by the the Louisiana Press Association, which represents 110 newspapers across the state. The Central City News also took home eight first-place awards in competition with community newspapers across Louisiana. Central City News editor Woody Jenkins said, “The […]

 Louise Blalock has been named the new Branch Manager for Red River Bank, 14545 Wax Road in Central. However, she is far from a newcomer to Central, having worked here for most of her 41 years in banking.  She started at Fidelity Bank when it was on Hooper Road and most recently worked at Investar […]

Tractor Supply is coming to the City of Central! The popular contemporary farm and ranch store will offer an extensive assortment of pet food, animal feed, power tools, apparel and more.  The Garden Center will carry a full range of live goods, along with lawn and garden supplies A pet washing station and amenities are […]

Jennifer Knapps of Central has joined Landmark Bank, focusing on business development in Central, Livingston, and St. Helena Parish. With almost 30 years of banking experience, she has vast knowledge in many areas of the financial sector that include lending, investments, and personal and commercial banking. She previously worked at Regions Bank and Bank One (Chase Bank).  Jennifer […]

Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux continues to build on its winning streak with exciting franchise development and a new modern design, that is set to debut in Central. The award-winning brand announced the unveiling of a new restaurant prototype – the Wildcat – which will debut with longtime partner DMBC’s newest location that is slated to open […]

By Woody Jenkins, Editor, Central City News — With more than 60 years in business in Baton Rouge, Bill Simon is a living legend in the business community.  Simple Simon Tires is known for its commitment to customer satisfaction, quality, and integrity. With that in mind, on Dec. 27, the Chamber of Commerce of East Baton […]