Central City News

Joshua “Josh” Roy has announced his candidacy for Central City Council at-large.  He currently serves as a member of the Council from a district.   Josh was born and raised in Baton Rouge and has resided in Central, Louisiana for nearly 15 years. Josh received his JD, magna cum laude from Southern University Law, graduating […]

 Alton Ray Ashford is seaking the Central City Council District 2 seat. He is a 58-year resident of Central and a 1982 graduate of Central High School. Ray Ashford has been working in the plumbing construction trade for 40 plus years. He’s been a state licensed plumber since 1988. Alton has been married to Anita […]

 My name is Perry Whitney and I’m running for City Council District 3. I am a retired chief petty officer, U.S. NAVY (1978 to 1998).  A combat veteran, who served during Desert Shield and Desert Storm in the city of Al Jubail, along with numerous other Military operations.   I held a U.S. Coast Guard master […]

 Dr. Kim Fralick is a candidate for Central City Council from District 3.  She released the following statement: My name is Dr. Kim Fralick. I received a B.S. in animal science in 1990 and a doctorate of veterinary medicine in 1995.  I am a pro-life constitutional conservative. I have lived in Central since 1997. I […]

 Briton J. Myer is seeking reelection as the Central City Councilman from District 5.  He released the following statement:  I would first like to say that it has been my honor and privilege to serve the citizens of this great city as Councilman for District 5 over the last four years. As a lifelong resident […]

 Vanda Mannino has announced her candidacy for the Central City Council.  She has issued the following statement:  With the overwhelming support of family and friends, I am announcing my candidacy for the Central City Council from District 5. I am a graduate of Zachary High School and graduated magna cum laude from Southeastern with a […]

Baton Rouge attorney Dele Adebamiji has announced his candidacy for District Judge from the northern district of East Baton Rouge Parish.  He issued the following statement:  I give all glory, honor, and adoration to God and my Lord, Jesus Christ because if not for Christ, I don’t know where I would be. I have always […]

Zachary resident Adam Kwentua announced his candidacy for the vacant District Court judgeship in Division G. The election is set for Nov. 8. Kwentua highlighted his experience as a Senior Felony Prosecutor in District Attorney Hillar Moore’s office. “My experience in the courtroom prosecuting accused felons for burglary, sexual assaults, and murders has prepared me […]

Jeffery Lacour is a candidate for the Central Community School Board from District 1.  In connection with his candidacy, he issued this statement:  I’m running because I feel that our community and teaching staff need a voice. They need someone that will listen to their needs and concerns and that’s something I plan on being.  […]

My grandmother, Loretta Foreman, opened The Country Emporium in 1984 on Sullivan Road as an antique and gift shop. The store was in a log cabin home on lots of land. It was beautiful and peaceful.  By 1985, she decided to expand and include a tea room. She always loved tea and enjoyed having tea […]