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Hello, everyone! My name is Kaylea Green, and I am currently a senior student. This year will be my 1st year on The Central Times staff. I'm excited to be on this staff and learn new things from my peers that will help me later in life. Journaling...

Seniors Ryah Rodriguez, Jenaya Adams, Emerson McNeilly and Harper Warrell stand with their awards at KYA on Nov. 26. "It was definitely the most memorable way to end my time with KYA," Warrell said.
Y-Club Students Sponsor 3 Bills at KYA, One Gets Award
Jas Hawk, writer • December 19, 2024

Ever since Y-Club came back from their field trips, news about their experience of KYA has been spreading all throughout the hallways of our school. The Y-club, led by World History teachers Tyler Vessels and Katherine...

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Mya Reddick Makes a Difference as FBLA State Vice President
Mya Reddick Makes a Difference as FBLA State Vice President
Mea Tabor, Writer • December 13, 2024

Three-year future business leader, junior Mya Reddick, is working hard to perform the duties of state vice president in the 2024-25 school year. Being appointed in November has come with its challenges, but Reddick is more...

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Snoop Contest: Your Chance to Get Involved!
Snoop Contest: Your Chance to Get Involved!
December 10, 2024

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Why, Mom and Dad, Why? A Tribute for Students With Divorced Parents
Why, Mom and Dad, Why? A Tribute for Students With Divorced Parents
Lily Williams, Assistant Editor • February 7, 2025

Why Mom and Dad, Why? This thought lived in Nora’s mind ever since her parents filed for divorce. She told herself she had no bitterness...

13 Reasons Why You Matter
13 Reasons Why You Matter
September 23, 2024
Three Central Hardin seniors, Harper Scott, Trinity VanMeter, and Molly Spiers, perform in the All-State Band on Feb. 8. (Courtesy of the Central Hardin Band)
More Than a Class: Band According to Three All-State Musicians
Lindy Barnes, Editor-in-Chief • February 11, 2025

Who could’ve imagined band class in a dimly lit, half-abandoned, bookless library, strewn with awkwardly placed electrical cords and ancient chairs? From the makeshift classroom to the readjustment in...

Taylor Swift Eras Tour is a three hour long journey through her life in music. Swift's concert goes through her whole discography by one album or era at a time.
The End of an Era
Audrey Johnson, Social Media Manager • January 28, 2025
The 2024 Bruin Football team
The Bruins’ 2024 Football Recap
Cici Hicks, Writer • January 26, 2025

As the final whistle blew, wrapping up the 2024 football season, the Bruins knew they had showcased their teamwork, perseverance, and growth...

Lochlan's speed in the water has secured him six record breaks. 
(Photo: Courtesy of Lochlan Huerth)
Setting Records and Making Waves
Emma Smith, Writer • January 17, 2025
Leave It All On The Court
Leave It All On The Court
Camden Derosa, Writer • December 16, 2024
The girls and boys soccer players celebrate their incredible seasons together. The boys and girls supported each other on their  district wins on October 10.
Soccer Season Recap
Audrey Johnson, Social Media Manager • December 2, 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
“Music can change the world because it can change people,”  Bono, the lead singer of U2, said. How has music changed you?
How Song Lyrics Affect Student Mentality
Mea Tabor, Writer • February 13, 2025

Time with friends and fellow students allows for sharing music, whether by choice or circumstance. The fact is, music surrounds us in many aspects of our lives. Given our continuous exposure to music, it is important to consider...

New Form for Article Ideas
New Form for Article Ideas
December 11, 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
Jeff Crady has a unique perspective surrounding NTI days or Non-traditional Instruction days. Crady has been an educator for many years, being considered one of most nicest teachers at Central.
Virtual Learning
Jeff Crady, Junior English Teacher • February 6, 2025

When the snow came and iced the roads like that kid in church when his mama’s eyes’ froze him mid whisper from the choir loft,  We...