Archive | January, 2015
Gordon Hutchinson Takes Oath As New Constable for Central

Gordon Hutchinson Takes Oath As New Constable for Central

Justice of the Peace Mark Miley administered the oath of office to his new constable, Gordon Hutchinson of Central. Hutchinson was elected to take the position of retiring constable Don Thompson, who served in that position for 18 years. Thompson succeeded constable Virgil Devall. Hutchinson said, “Many citizens are unfamiliar with the purpose of their […]

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$3.4 Million to Improve Greenwell Springs Road

$3.4 Million to Improve Greenwell Springs Road

For years, the narrow, two-lane stretch of Greenwell Springs Road inside the City of Central has been the scene of countless traffic accidents and many fatalities. The road, which has been used since the 1850’s, has never been upgraded to reflect the high traffic counts of the 21st century.  There are no shoulders, steep dropoffs […]

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Charrette on Shoe Creek TND in Central

Charrette on Shoe Creek TND in Central

Steven Oubre and his colleagues spent several days in Central in December conducting a charrette on the proposed new Shoe Creek Traditional Neighborhood Development. The 138-acre mixed-use development on Sullivan Road across from Wal-Mart would include 366 single-family detached residences and more than 68,000 square feet of commercial space. Central Mayor Jr. Shelton came away […]

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State Police Investigating Threats Against Organizers of St. George

State Police Investigating Threats Against Organizers of St. George

Louisiana State Police say a death threat has been made against specific leaders of the movement to incorporate the proposed City of St. George.  State Police spokesman Jared Sandifer said the threat is credible and his agency is taking it seriously. Sandifer said that he cannot release many details about the threat because it is an […]

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Two Major Events for Christians at LSU Jan. 24

Two Major Events for Christians at LSU Jan. 24

Two major events of interest to Christians will be held on the LSU campus Saturday, Jan. 24, and leaders of the two have decided to combine some of their activities. The annual Louisiana Life March, which normally goes from the Old State Capitol to the new State Capitol, had to be moved this year because […]

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Few Signatures Invalid

Few Signatures Invalid

East Baton Rouge Parish Registrar of Voters Elaine Lamb and her staff have been examining the authenticity of more than 18,200 signatures on a petition calling for an election to incorporate the proposed City of St. George. So far, the petition is holding up well, Lamb said.  “All of our staff are working on this, […]

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Buddy Amoroso to Seek Open House Seat

Buddy Amoroso to Seek Open House Seat

Freshman Metro Councilman Buddy Amoroso told members of the Chamber of Commerce of East Baton Rouge that he intends to seek the House seat being vacated by Rep. Hunter Greene, who was elected Family Court Judge on Nov. 4. A special election has been called for Saturday, Feb. 21 with a runoff if necessary on […]

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Kip Holden Plan Identifies Key Needs for EBR

Kip Holden Plan Identifies Key Needs for EBR

Mayor-President Kip Holden has a new tax proposal, and it is far different from those he has offered in the past.  It is narrowly targeted to five specific needs in the parish and it excludes most of the frills the mayor has offered in the past. • New Mental Health Facility to provide 24-hour emergency […]

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John Young Unveils Candidacy for Lt. Gov.

John Young Unveils Candidacy for Lt. Gov.

Jefferson Parish President John Young brought his campaign for Lt. Governor to Baton Rouge with a speech to Republican leaders attending a special meeting of the Ronald Reagan Newsmaker Luncheon. Young touted his conservative credentials, including being 100 percent pro-life and discussed his plans to promote economic development in the state.  Young is one of […]

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