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POLITICS WITH A PUNCH — A Fun Night at Dearman’s coming up Thursday, June 11 — A humorous look at politics in the Capital City and Louisiana. Featuring Woody Jenkins, Jay Dardenne, Roy Fletcher, Jeff Crouere, Rep. Kathy Edmonston, former Metro Councilman Darrell Glasper, and comedian Tee Ray Bergeron. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. Discount if you register online, or you’re welcome to show up at the door! Buy tickets online by clicking here: https://www.crouere.net/politics-with-a-punch.
For information, call 504-669-6076.

READ THE MAY 2026 EDITION OF THE CENTRAL CITY NEWS! To read the print edition online click here: https://tinyurl.com/yp5saxkd

LEARN ABOUT BRAF-PROPOSED CHANGES TO CITY PARK, BROOKS PARK, AND CITY PARK GOLF COURSE — The Chamber of Commerce of East Baton Rouge Parish invites you to learn more about plans for the City Park area at the Chamber EBR meeting at 12 noon on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Speakers will include:
• Architect Coleman Brown
• Peter Davis and Stan Spring of Friends of City Park
• Brittany Marshall of the Old South Baton Rouge Development Group

The meeting will be held at Café Americain, 7521 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge. Lunch is $25 payable to the restaurant. Lunch is complimentary for working media.

The Chamber of Commerce of East Baton Rouge Parish is dedicated to the free enterprise system, limited government, limited taxation, safe streets and neighborhoods, and traditional family values.

Chamber EBR chairman is Cecil Cavanaugh, and president is Woody Jenkins. For further information, send a message to [email protected]

Attached for publication is a flyer with information on the Louisiana Master Gardeners' presentation, Plant Propagation for the Home Gardener, taking place on Saturday, May 16, from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Burden Museum and Gardens in Baton Rouge. The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Registrants may scan the QR code on the flyer to register, or by using the link, https://ebrmg.wildapricot.org/event-6683068

Free Community Yard Sale at Bethany Church - All Are Welcome Residents of the City of Central and surrounding communities are invited to a FREE Community Yard Sale hosted by Bethany Church on Saturday, May 23 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. This community-focused event is designed to serve local families by providing essential items at no cost. No registration is required. Attendees are encouraged to just show up and take what they need-everything is completely free and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Items available include (but are not limited to): Clothing • Toys Furniture • Shoes • Tools • Home Decor • Kitchen Appliances

Everything must go! In addition to free items, complimentary food will be provided, creating a welcoming environment for individuals and families. "This event is about meeting needs and showing love to our community in a practical way," organizers shared. "We encourage everyone to come out and bring a friend." The event will take place at: Bethany Church 13855 Plank Rd Baker, LA 70714

For more information, visit:

Event: Free Yard Sale Join us for a Free Yard Sale on May 23rd from 9 AM to 12 PM at our Baker Campus. We're serving our community by hosting a Free Yard Sale to support and uplift individuals and families in our community. Take what you need, share with a friend.

METRO COUNCIL PLANS TO HIRE A PARISH ATTORNEY WITHOUT TAKING APPLICATIONS. John McClindon is set to become the new Parish Attorney if some members of the Metro Council have their way. They have called a special meeting at 3 p.m. to name McLindon to the important position without posting the vacancy and taking applications from other candidates.

McLindon is a criminal defense lawyer, who is currently representing people close to the current or past Council and individuals who have been charged with crimes related to the past administration. His website says that his specialties are:
"• Gun Charges (https://www.mclindonlaw.
com/gun-charges)
Internet Crimes (https://www.mclindonlaw. com/internet-crimes)
Drug Charges (https://www.mclindonlaw. com/drug-charges)
Racketeering (RICO) (https://www. mclindonlaw.com/racketeering-rico)
Sex Offenses (https://www.mclindonlaw. com/sex-offenses)
Environmental Crimes (https://www. mclindonlaw.com/environmental-crimes)
Tax Charges (https://www.mclindonlaw. com/tax-charges-2)
Health Care Fraud (https://www. mclindonlaw.com/health-care-fraud)
White Collar Crimes (https://www. mclindonlaw.com/criminal-defense)
The Criminal Process (https://www. mclindonlaw.com/criminal-defense)
If you are facing any criminal legal issues"

McLindon reportedly represents the husband of Metro Council member Laurie Adams, former Metro Council member Lamonte Cole, and the defendant in the recent CATS bribery case, among others.

John McCindon resides in Iberville Parish

Exactly why the Metro Council would bypass a normal process of receiving applications and consider only a criminal defense attorney is unknown.

LSU Hilltop Arboretum Summer Nature Camps Return This June –Spots Filling QuicklyBATON ROUGE, LA — Registration is now open for LSU Hilltop Arboretum’s popularSummer Nature Camps, with several sessions already beginning to fill.Designed for children who love exploring outdoors, Hilltop’s camps offer hands-onnature experiences focused on discovery, creativity, and environmental learning.Campers will explore Hilltop’s trails, pond, and gardens while learning about nativeplants and wildlife through outdoor games, hikes, crafts, and nature-based activities.Summer Sprouts Camp (Ages 4-6)June 1–5 and July 13–17Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM–1:00 PMBackyard Habitat Gardener Camp (Ages 7-10)June 8–12 and July 20–24Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM–1:00 PMCost is $185 per week, with a 15% discount available for Hilltop Arboretum members.“These camps give children the chance to unplug, get outdoors, and connect withnature through hands-on exploration and play,” said Tara Titone, Director of LSUHilltop Arboretum.Registration is available online at:https://www.lsu.edu/hilltop/programs/youth/summer_camps.phpFor more information about Hilltop Arboretum memberships:https://www.lsu.edu/hilltop/support/index.php

READ THE April 30, 2026 EDITION OF THE ST. GEORGE LEADER! To read the print edition online click here: https://tinyurl.com/eba2pv5b