Central City News

Most major cities in Louisiana suffer from poor public schools, high crime rates, and a constant budget crunch.  But Central has good public schools, low crime, and money in the bank.  So public officials in Central are focusing on the area’s No. 1 problem — unsafe, inadequate roads. Central Mayor Jr. Shelton, members of the […]

Istrouma High grads led by Central City Councilman Wayne Messina are trying to raise $3,500 to help save the statue of Istrouma’s mascot, the legendary Nawaganti. The Class of 1964 presented the statue to the school 50 years ago, and it held a place of honor in the lobby at the school’s entrance for all […]

Here are stories from the files of the Central City News and The Leader over the past 10 years.  To do your own research, go to www.CentralCityNews.net.  Access to the private files of the newspaper is free and provided as a public service by Central City News. 10 Years Ago Central Rallies for Incorporation (Feb. […]

On Saturday, Jan. 24, more than 2,500 pro-life supporters rallied for the unborn at the Greek Theater on the LSU campus. Then they marched to the LSU Assembly Center where they joined 2,500 other Christians who were involved in an all-day prayer rally sponsored by Gov. Jindal. On the way, pro-life marchers were confronted by about 200 […]

November  9 Veterans Service First Penecostal Church The First Pentecostal Church, 1020 South Range Ave in Denham Springs, (across from Walmart).  will hold a special veterans service 9:45 a.m. to 12 noon. Speakers include Pastor Wm. Ray Johnson, Col. Rob Maness, Mayor Jimmy Durbin, and other guests. November 23 Gospel Singing Magnolia Methodist Church Magnolia […]

Voters in the City of Central will help elect five district, juvenile, and family court judges in the election on Tuesday, Nov. 4.  Many of the candidates participated in a Judicial Forum sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce of East Baton Rouge, a small business chamber. In four instances, incumbent judges are being challenged for […]

The Republican Party of East Baton Rouge Parish has endorsed three candidates running for reelection to the Central Community School Board: • Will Easley, Dist. 4 • Ruby Foil, Dist. 6 • Sharon Browning, Dist. 7 The Republican Parish Executive Committee issued a statement on why the three candidates were endorsed. The Republican Party of East […]

Central Assistant Police Chief James Salsbury, who has been endorsed for Police Chief in Central by many current and former police chiefs in the Baton Rouge area, has now received the Republican Party endorsement in municipal elections set for Saturday, April 5. Salsbury is a 27-year veteran of the Baton Rouge City Police who rose […]

Central Mayor Pro-Tem Ralph Washington won a victory in District Court last Tuesday whenJudge Tim Kelley threw out a suit by the Louisiana Board of Ethics to disqualify Washington from the April 5 election ballot. The Board had 24 hours to file an appeal but failed to do so. The Board had alleged that Washington […]

“The Incredible Power of a Teacher” is enough to change lives and change the world, according to former high school teacher and motivational speaker Larry Bell. Teachers can do that through creating high expectations.  “It doesn’t matter what race you are or what status you have.  All of God’s children can teach all of God’s […]