The Future of Central
The new full-time position for the Central Chamber of Commerce has Bob Breaux working to promote the city of Central. Breaux, president and chief executive officer for the Chamber, said he is doing what he can to make Central attractive to new businesses... More
Editorial
The Older I Get...The Less I Understand
I don’t understand why anybody would want to put all sorts of personal information on the Internet for everyone in the world to see, or why anybody would find looking at such drivel interesting...More
The Comite River Diversion Project
The Comite River Diversion Project is well on its way toward reducing flood levels from the Comite River. Dietmar Rietschier, executive director of the Amite River Basin Drainage and Water Conservation District, said as long as the project continues to receive funding the deadline should be met. More
The Central Thruway Project
The Central Thruway project is well on its way toward completion. The Thruway will allow for a more efficient route out of Central to the interstate... More
New Cardiovascular Center Recently Open for Business
Lane’s new Cardiology Program is as essential to the future development of the Northern two thirds of East Baton Rouge Parish as good schools, lower home prices and the clean air breathed by the new people moving to Zachary and Central... More
Dreams Come True for Children in Louisiana
If you could have one dream come true, what you wish for? Would you ask to go to Disney World? Maybe you’d like to see your favorite sports team, or just go on a shopping spree. Dreams Come True makes all these wishes and... More
Medicare Part D: An Affordable Way to Save on Prescriptions
As seniors continue to look for ways to reduce their living expenses during these challenging economic times, one affordable way to save money is through the new Medicare Part D prescription drug plans... More
Central Vets Help Soldiers Know They Are Not Alone
Meet Gerald Reid, the self-proclaimed “head honcho” of Central’s Veterans Helping Veterans. Reid founded the group three years ago, after people came to him asking to get something started. Before he became active in Central, he was the six-year president for In-country Veterans in Brusley, La... More
Stories About Growing Up In Central
Editor’s Note: Here we continue with the childhood stories of Marvin Chapman “Chappie” Morgan, and his memories of growing up in Central, La., in the 1940s... More
Do We Want Uncle Sam to Take Over Our Retirement Planning?
We Americans can be somewhat short-sighted at times. At a time when the stock and bond markets are in a slump, many would love for the government to come riding in on a white horse and take over their retirement accounts.. More
Learn In-Home Senior Safety For Yourself and Loved Ones
Most seniors want to age at home, where they feel safe and close to the things they value. However, falls are the leading cause of death and injuries among Americans over 65 years of age... More
