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Love nature? Check out these hiking trails in, near Baton Rouge
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — After a long work week, sometimes we just need to go outside and get a taste of nature. The Baton Rouge area has several hiking trails that will take your mind off of the stresses of life. Going on a hike can come with several benefits as along your journey […]
Ready to watch football? Check out these places in Baton Rouge to catch the big game
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — If you are looking to watch LSU, Southern or your favorite NFL teams with friends and great food these restaurants and sports bars in, near Baton Rouge are solid options. Getting together during the football season is always a treat, even if you aren’t planning to go to the game. If […]
Daughter of fallen Louisiana State Police trooper gets special ride to school
AMITE, La. (BRPROUD) — Harper Baker, a first-grader at Oak Forest Academy in Amite, arrived at school in style on Wednesday, Aug. 9. The daughter of a fallen state trooper made her entrance in a Louisiana State Police helicopter. She was joined by her mother Heather Baker, Louisiana State Police Command staff and air support […]
Love golf? Baton Rouge has championship-level courses for local players to tee off
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Golf can be a challenging game and picking the right option to play can come down to several factors. Availability, location, cost and level of experience are the main considerations when choosing a course. The East Baton Rouge area features five championship-level links that will put your skills to the […]
Family made sure baby touched LSU dirt first in viral photo: ‘No way could he first touch Alabama ground’
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — One LSU family captured the hearts of fans when a picture went viral. Baby Stephen McKenzie is being held with his feet in a box of dirt. Some might argue it’s holy ground. The soil came from outside Alex Box Stadium, according to Stephen’s father, Rhett. In the Facebook post, […]
Family made sure baby touched LSU dirt first in viral photo: ‘No way could he first touch Alabama ground’
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — One LSU family captured the hearts of fans when a picture went viral. Baby Stephen McKenzie is being held with his feet in a box of dirt. Some might argue it’s holy ground. The soil came from outside Alex Box Stadium, according to Stephen’s father, Rhett. In the Facebook post, […]
Capital Cuisine: Veganish Vibes in Baton Rouge
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — If you have ever been apprehensive to eat vegan food, a chef in Baton Rouge is bringing the familiar to her menu. Nikki Thompson, owner of Veganish Vibes in Baton Rouge, has been in the kitchen with her mother for most of her life, watching everything her mom does. Her […]
Tickets on sale now: St. Francisville Food and Wine Festival adds dates, events
ST. FRANCISVILLE, La. (BRPROUD) – The St. Francisville Food and Wine Festival is a three-day event hosted at The Myrtles Plantation from Nov. 10-12. Organizers believe the expanded festival will bring more people to the city. “Now that we have grown the festival into a three-day event, we believe festivalgoers are spending their downtime in […]
Destination Louisiane: Pick your own vegetables, fruits at Indian Village Harvest Farm
CALHOUN, La. (KTVE/KARD) — There is a farm in Calhoun where they let people pick their own fresh seasonal produce. Indian Village Harvest Farm brings a whole new meaning to “farm to table.” They invite the public to come be a part of the harvesting experience. “I say it all the time, everyone wants to […]
Destination Louisiane: Get an inside look at the Wild Country Safari Park
Welcome to the Wild Country Safari Park, where they specialize in getting up, close, and personal with wildlife…giving you the real safari experience. Now grab your safari gear and animal feed and let's take a walk on the wild side.
Hot air balloon festival near Baton Rouge: When, where, cost
ZACHARY, La. (BRPROUD) — Cross off riding in a hot air balloon from your bucket list at the Zachary Really Hot Air Balloon Festival in August. The festival will be on Saturday, Aug. 12 at BREC Zachary Community Park located at 20055 Old Scenic Hwy. It’s free admission, with the festival open from 4-10 p.m. […]
‘I’m coming, Papa,’ Louisiana boy welcomes grandpa home in viral TikTok video
LAFAYETTE, La. (BRPROUD) – A TikTok about a 3-year-old boy and his papa has gone viral. More than 5 million people have watched the video posted by Sandra Merry Lemoine on Monday, July 24. Her grandson, Bennett Chelette, runs to greet his grandfather Terrell Lemoine upon arrival at Lafayette Regional Airport. Terrell returned from Dubai […]
Destination Louisiane: Tunica Hills Campground
ST. FRANCISVILLE, La. (BRPROUD) — About 15 miles from St. Francisville sits the Tunica Hills Campground which offers nature lovers a variety of amenities. The Tunica Hills Campground is an eight-mile drive from Clark Creek Natural Area, also known as Tunica Falls. The facility offers four hiking trails on the Tunica Hills WMA. The trails […]
Zac Efron wrestling movie made in Baton Rouge gets Christmas release date
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – A movie starring Zac Efron is going to be released during the Christmas season. According to Variety, “The Iron Claw,” will hit theatres on Friday, Dec. 22. Filming for the movie took place in Baton Rouge. “The Iron Claw” was written and directed by Sean Durkin. Efron plays Kevin Von […]
Capital Cuisine: Sweet & Savory Company
GONZALES, La. (BRPROUD) — In Gonzales the words “sweet” and “savory” make for one explosion of flavor. It’s also the name of a restaurant that is quickly expanding its walls. An engaged couple started it in an office complex. It is quickly becoming more than a place to eat but a place to quench your […]
Standout Students: Zachary Youth Track Club qualifies for Junior Olympics
ZACHARY, La. (BRPROUD) – After putting in the hard work, the Zachary Striders Youth Track Club qualifies for the Junior Olympics in Eugene, Oregon. The Junior Olympics runs from July 24-31. The team will compete in the long jump, triple jump, 400 meter dash, 4×100 meter relay and 4×400 meter relay. The Zachary team is made […]
Lafayette-based cookie shop opening in new Baton Rouge store
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – A new cookie spot is coming to Baton Rouge. Caroline’s Cookies, a sweet spot based in Lafayette, will be opening a location in Baton Rouge soon. There are four staple flavors and two special monthly flavors that change from month-to-month. Cookie flavors include a strawberry-stuffed cookie called Strawberry Pop-Tart, an […]
New late-night calzone restaurant opening in Baton Rouge, has wings, tots and more
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — A new late-night eatery is opening in the capital area. D.P. Dough, a calzone restaurant, is opening on the LSU campus. The company offers a variety of fresh stuffed calzones, wings, tater tots and breadsticks. The restaurant offers limited seating outside. It will be the franchise’s first drive-thru restaurant, according […]
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