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Meet the Staff

Hello! I'm Cici Hicks, a sophomore and it's my second year on The Central Times staff. I was fortunate to join the staff as a freshman, which only further ignited my passion for writing, something I've always wanted to pursue. I am thankful for the...

FACS teacher Jeanice Charlton's husband, Adam, reads at bedtime to their children, Porter (then 20 months) and Adalynn (then 3 years). Reading to children is one way that adults can help ensure that they grow up with strong literacy skills. Photo courtesy of Jeanice Charlton.
Library to Collect Children’s Books until Nov. 22
The Central Times Staff November 1, 2024

One of the best ways that a community can ensure strong literacy skills in its children is to make sure that the adults in their lives read to them. From now until Nov. 22, you have an opportunity to contribute to that...

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Liza Dale, Adalynn Wyman, Preslee Decker, Selah Nordyke, Maggie Stuecker, Jillian McGrew Savanna Bosse, Sarah Hamlin, Melia Reddick, Angela Logsdon, Emily Helm, Heidi Dennis, and Brody Ringle, 13 of Brandon Centers' best choir members, at the 4th District concert.
Advanced Choir Students Participate in 4th District Concert
Becca Hyde October 24, 2024

Brandon Centers is the choir director here at Central Hardin High School. Along with choir, he also teaches Arts and Humanities and Guitar. On Sep. 26, he took 13 of his best choir students to the 4th District Concert.  For...

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The football homecoming dance from 2018, hosted by Y-Club, was well attended with a neon theme.
The Homecoming Dance Returns
Cici Hicks, Writer • October 17, 2024

After a long hiatus, the much-anticipated homecoming dance is finally returning to Central Hardin. The halls are buzzing with excitement about the upcoming dance, which is scheduled for Oct. 26 promises to be a night to remember. Although...

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13 Reasons Why You Matter
13 Reasons Why You Matter
Lily Williams, Writer • September 23, 2024

As we all know, life can be stressful. Unexpected tragedies can drop out of nowhere, anxious thoughts may creep into your mind, and the things...

My cousin Branson and I on Christmas, 2010. Photo courtesy of The Hicks family.
The End of Adolescence
August 29, 2024
A Turducken sits on a dinner table, ready to feed a family. It is a traditional meal that consists of a duck and chicken stuffed into a turkey.
The Turducken Holidays
Mea Tabor, Writer • November 20, 2024

The Turducken is a savory catch-all dish popular during the winter months. It consists of a chicken stuffed inside of a duck stuffed inside of a turkey. Hence, turkey, duck, chicken -- tur-duck-en. Similar...

New Teachers Across Central
New Teachers Across Central
Lily Williams, Assistant Editor • November 12, 2024
Amin-Erdene Batsaikhan is the third in the picture; dressed as Snow White to celebrate the Halloween holiday. The other peoples names were not provided. Picture provided by Batsaikhan.
Foreign Exchange Students
Emily Tester, Writer • November 5, 2024
The ‘Lady Bruin’ Lacrosse Team readying up for a match by collaboratively raising their lacrosse sticks in a team huddle. Photo courtesy of senior lacrosse player Alexis Anderson.
The Sticks May Soon be Set in Stone
Hanna Grass, Writer/Co-Editor-in-Chief • March 18, 2024

Pop in your mouth guard, snatch a long-handled netted stick, and lock in…it’s time to play the fastest game to be played on two feet: lacrosse. First...

Photo obtained from @centralhardinswim on Instagram
Winter 2023-2024 Sports Recaps
Syra Lundergan, Writer/Managing Editor • March 8, 2024
Senior Jeffery McMahan advancing on the Freeman Lake disc golf course. This is a standard disc golf basket that is considered a "hole." Photo courtesy of Jeffery McMahan.
Putting Into Popularity
Syra Lundergan, Writer/Managing Editor • February 27, 2024
An athlete getting checked on by a doctor. 
Credit: Picryl.com
Scoring For Points Instead of Lives
Emily Tester, Writer/Opinion Editor • February 6, 2024
Seniors Hanna Grass, Harper Lewis, and Ella Hustead embracing one another in a General Assembly meeting (Mar. 25). Photo courtesy of senior Harper Lewis.
KUNA ‘24 Through My Lens
Hanna Grass, Writer/Co-Editor-in-Chief • April 19, 2024

“KUNA 3, can you do sum’ for me?” an eager junior candidate for presiding officer asked the conference jokingly at the conclusion of her...

It is common practice for sororities and fraternities to shower their new members in Greek merch on bid day.
‘Going Greek’ Explained
February 16, 2024
The Effects of Bullying on Lives
The Effects of Bullying on Lives
November 19, 2024

Bullying is a pervasive issue that affects individuals in various environments, including schools, workplaces, and even online spaces. This behavior can have serious and long-lasting consequences for both the victim and the...

New Survey!
New Survey!
November 12, 2024
The football homecoming dance from 2018, hosted by Y-Club, was well attended with a neon theme.
The Homecoming Dance Returns
Cici Hicks, Writer • October 17, 2024

After a long hiatus, the much-anticipated homecoming dance is finally returning to Central Hardin. The halls are buzzing with excitement about...

Photo taken by Emily Tester.
Fall Break Festives
Emily Tester, Writer • October 9, 2024
Photo taken by Emily Tester.
Book Review: Better Than The Movies
Emily Tester, Writer • September 17, 2024
Art created on Canva by Sam Hyde
DreamLand
November 19, 2024

(Verse 1) Every morning, wake up feeling hollow Your shadow whispers, haunting my tomorrow Like a phantom, you linger on repeat Every heartbeat’s...