Central City News

CENTRAL — Three new residential developments and one commercial development underway in the City of Central were officially unveiled to the public on Saturday, March 26.  All of the projects were created by Central developer Jeff Couvillion. The ribbon-cutting presentations included legendary coach Skip Bertman, free refreshments, door prizes and tethered hot air balloon rides. […]

DOING WELL AFTER QUINTUPLE BYPASS — Claud Derbes, owner of Central Drug Store was back visiting at work Friday less than three weeks after surgery.  He said he is feeling well.

CENTRAL — Baton Rouge attorney Sherri Morris has resigned as legal counsel for the Central Community School Board effective April 22. Morris reportedly informed Central schools Supt. Mike Faulk of her decision last week. Faulk said the school board wants to review all of its professional services contracts.  The school board currently has a legal […]

BATON ROUGE — La Fonda Restaurant and Lounge of Baton Rouge, the oldest Mexican restaurant in the greater Baton Rouge area, is celebrating its 50th anniversary today, Saturday, April 2.  Last night, a packed house enjoyed the festivities. Recommendation: For simplicity, quality, and price, try The Peon.  Very good. During the celebration, it will offer […]

By Woody Jenkins CENTRAL — The Central City News has named 29 high school football players to the 6th Annual All-Central football team. The team includes students who play for Central High and Central Private as well as students who reside in Central, regardless of the high school they attend.  This year’s team includes 11 players […]

To Download Photos. Read More.. Photos and story by Woody Jenkins, Central City News. CENTRAL — Central High School seniors who were part of three straight District 5-5A championships were honored during the team’s annual banquet Friday night, March 25 at the Fraternal Order of Police Hall on Greenwell Springs Road. To see all 118 […]

By Woody Jenkins WASHINGTON — Samuel Morse sent the message “What has God wrought?” from the old Supreme Court chamber in the U.S. Capitol Building to his partner in Baltimore via telegraph in 1844.  He soon extended his lines to New York City. Western Union was founded in 1851 and by 1861 had built a transcontinental telegraph line.  Telegrams flew from […]

CENTRAL — On Jan. 13, 2011, the Central City News published the Central Health & Fitness Guide, which lists health care facilities and professionals and fitness centers serving the people of Central. To update information, notify centralcitynews@hotmail.com   ACUPUNCTURE   Ashley Johnson Licensed Acupuncturist Lane Regional Medical Ctr. Bon Point Acupuncture and Herbs 4710 McHugh Rd., […]

By Roxanne Atkinson. CENTRAL — The year was 1980.  I was 32 years old and the mother of five children.  Three months after having that fifth child, I was still wearing maternity clothes! I was shocked and dismayed that the weight I had gained during the last pregnancy was not just the baby!  He was […]

CENTRAL — The seven newly-elected members of the Central Community School Board formally took their oaths of office Monday, Jan. 10, 2011, in ceremonies which included family and loved ones. The board elected Dr. Jim Gardner as the new President, replacing Sharon Browning who completed a two-year term.  Will Easley was elected board vice president, […]