Central City News

40 Years Ago • 1971 to 2011 by Elva Jo Crawford CENTRAL — The school year 1970-1971 was one of many changes both for the Central community and the world.  Charles T. Kinsley was principal of Central High and had worked very hard to bring about compliance with the desegregation court order for East Baton […]

CENTRAL — Events coming up in and around Central: Sunday, August 28 Bethany Baptist of Baywood Ground Breaking Ceremony The church family would like to invite everyone to join in Sunday services and ground breaking ceremonies at Bethany Baptist of Baywood.  Bible Study and Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m., church services at 10:30 a.m., […]

CENTRAL — Long-time Central resident Helen Easley Hodges celebrated her 92nd birthday last Saturday surrounded by her children and close friends at Sammy’s. Mrs. Hodges has four children, 13 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and seven great-great-grandchildren.  She is in good health and still drives.  Her grandchildren and other family members held a party earlier.  

CENTRAL — Barry Elkins of Greenwell Springs is running for State Representative in House District 64 in the Oct. 22 primary.  This position is an open seat left vacant by Mack “Bodi” White.  White has announced he is running for Louisiana State Senate in District 6.  House District 64 crosses parish lines and includes parts […]

CENTRAL — Central was the scene of a World Premiere Saturday night — the unveiling of a new music video, which was produced here in Central. The 4:08 video is entitled “Blakeley Keith: Speak Now.”  It was produced by Matt Keith. The humorous video stars local kids and was filmed at the home of Gil […]

CENTRAL — Reynerson’s Gunsmith Service, 10044 Hooper Rd., and A-1 Archery, 14216 Greenwell Springs Road, are two of the many local businesses that will participate in the Louisiana Department of Revenue’s Second Amendment Tax-Free Holiday. Under a law passed by the Louisiana Legislature, hunting and camping supplies will be exempt from all state and local […]

Clif Richardson Says Education Will Continue to Be His Priority CENTRAL — “I have the experience to be effective and the burning desire to continue the reforms necessary to help Louisiana move forward.  I’d be honored for the voters of District 65 to offer me a second term in office so that together we can continue our good […]

Senator Touts Conservative Voting Record, Improvements CENTRAL — Dale Erdey, citing a record of proven leadership resulting in improved highway infrastructure, quality education, lower taxes, better public safety and flood control, announced he will seek re-election to the Louisiana State Senate, District 13 seat. Senate District 13 includes Denham Springs, Watson, Walker, Livingston, Colyell, Holden, and Albany, all […]

CENTRAL — The only locally-owned pharmacy in Central is fighting the competion with a new marketing approach. Central Drug Store, Central’s Business of the Year for the past two years, is offering new customers $10 in gift certificates when they transfer a prescription from another pharmacy to Central Drugs. So far, the plan is working. […]

Delightful Resort with 3,600-foot Pavilion, Air Typhoon Cooling With a Restaurant, Dances on Sundays by Woody Jenkins, Central City News “On the banks of the Comite a short distance from Baton Rouge is located a pleasure resort equipped and furnished to meet the requirements of the most critical or exacting amusement seeker. We refer to Riverside Park to which […]