Central City News

Supreme Court Decision Opened Door for Judges To Speak Freely In Campaigns by Woody Jenkins, editor CENTRAL — Judge Jeff Hughes’ candidacy for the Louisiana Supreme Court broke new ground — in terms of both our political system and our legal system.  Even though Louisiana has elected its judges throughout its history, candidates for judgeships have been ordered by […]

Direction of State Supreme Court to Be Decided Here Saturday, Dec. 8 by Woody Jenkins, editor BATON ROUGE — How can people live in the United States of America — formerly the freest country in the world (we’re now ranked the 10th freest country) — and not vote? What is wrong with people? How can anyone watch TV […]

New Generation of Leadership Could Emerge, Seeking Seat in La. House by Woody Jenkins, editor CENTRAL — A popular Metro Councilman and a successful business owner have already thrown their hats into the ring for the seat in the Louisiana House of Representatives currently held by Rep. Clif Richardson (R-Central). Rep. Richardson has announced that he will step […]

Supreme Court Race Could Turn On Four Areas With 50% of Vote by Woody Jenkins, editor CENTRAL — A classic battle is raging behind the scenes right now for control of our state court system in Louisiana.  You have probably read that Associate Justice Bernette Johnson has been named Chief Justice of the Louisiana Supreme Court.  The Chief […]

by Brig. Gen. Joanne Sheridan Asst. Adj. General, La. Army National Guard  BATON ROUGE — Good morning, Lt. Col. McKeon, other distinguished guests, cadets, and most especially, the Hall of Honors honorees. Since its inception in 1860, LSU has produced a long line of military heroes, 12 of whom are being honored today.  Given that, […]

bt Woody Jenkins BATON ROUGE — Voters in the Baton Rouge area face three crucial judicial races on Dec. 8, and there is plenty of reason for concern about the outcome of those three races. The Nov. 6 election will probably be the highest turnout in a four-year period.  But the Dec. 8 election will […]

Dear Editor, Thanks for the good reporting you do.  I want to share my story about Greenwell Springs Road. Three Friday nights ago I was coming along Greenwell Springs from Sullivan toward Magnolia Bridge Rd. when I encountered a truck with four very bright lights that totally blinded me. I couldn’t see the middle nor […]

Turnout in Central Could Decide Who Will Be Elected to La. Supreme Court by Woody Jenkins, Editor CENTRAL — As a result of Tuesday’s election,  Central voters will face two important runoff elections on Dec. 8.  In the runoff for a seat on the Louisiana Supreme Court, Judge John Michael Guidry, a Democrat, will face Judge Jeff Hughes, […]

by Dan Juneau President, La. Assn. of Business & Industry BATON ROUGE — Throughout my 40 years representing the business community—first with the Greater Lafayette Chamber of Commerce and then with LABI—I have been a student of energy issues and energy economics. I was in Lafayette when the streets were paved (figuratively speaking) with black gold; […]

12 Years Should Be Enough for Member To Achieve Goals by Woody Jenkins, Editor BATON ROUGE — Proponents of educational reform have made a major push to change the way public education works in Louisiana. Reforming local school boards has been an important part of that effort.  On Tuesday, Nov. 6, voters across the state will get […]