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LSU women's basketball makes the cut for another top 10 prospect
The LSU women’s basketball team is looking to add to a 2025 recruiting class that already features one top-25 prospect in Bella Hines, and it made the cut for a pair of players in the top 10 this week. ZaKiyah Johnson, a Kentucky shooting guard who ranks as the...
Baton Rouge fire officials share proper firework, smoking disposal tips. Here’s what to know
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — As we begin to enter the peak of summer, safety officials are reminding people about the dangers of flammable products. Firefighters want to keep everyone safe. They say it starts with the proper disposal of smoking materials at home. “Don’t just dump them in...
Sportsline Summer Camp: The Istrouma Indians
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Stop number 18 for Sportsline Summer Camp is in the 70805. The Istrouma Indians had a solid outing in Sid Edwards’ first year at the helm. Six wins including a first-round playoff dub over Northside. But consistency was an issue. Istrouma won their first...
LSU Swimming and Diving 2024-25 Schedule Features Exciting Competitions
LSU swimming and diving team unveiled its 2024-2025 schedule, featuring 3 home meets, 5 away meets, and 2 invitationals, starting with the annual Purple and Gold Intrasquad on Sept. 14. Early highlights include a dual meet with the University of Texas on Oct. 11 and a competition at the Naval Academy on Oct. 18.
Photos: Red, White and Boom! in Central
The rain couldn't dampen the spirit as the City of Central hosted their Red, White and Boom! celebration at Shoe Creek on July 5, 2024. The free event, held to help support the troops, kicked off with The Chris LeBlanc Band and had kids activities, food and booths from local businesses and ended with a fireworks show by Pyromania Fireworks, LCC.
Recent high school graduates visit SWLA as a part of American Exchange Project
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The American Exchange Project is a way for recent high school graduates to travel to different cities in the country for free. Students visit 57 different places across the U.S. in the project. All week long, six students are here to experience Southwest Louisiana culture.
As temperatures soar, judge tells Louisiana to help protect prisoners working in fields
Amid blistering summer temperatures, a federal judge ordered Louisiana to take steps to protect the health and safety of incarcerated workers toiling in the fields of a former slave plantation, saying they face “substantial risk of injury or death.” The state immediately appealed the decision. U.S. District Judge Brian Jackson issued a temporary restraining order […]
Sydney Berzon named LSWA Pitcher of the Year
After a fantastic sophomore season at LSU, softball’s Sydney Berzon has been named the Louisiana Sports Writers Association Pitcher of the Year in the state. Berzon was also an All-American this season and last, finishing 2024 with a 20-9 record and 1.78 ERA while striking out 185 batters. Her play also earned her First Team All-Louisiana honors for the second year in a row. She’s joined on the First Team by shortstop Taylor Pleasants, outfielder Ciara Briggs and utlitily Kelley Lynch. On the Second Team, outfielder Ali Newland was the only Tiger who made the cut though Raeleen Gutierrez earned...
Local Family Support and Coaching Program Helps First-Time Mothers and Their Families
The Louisiana Department of Health currently provides voluntary, no-cost home visiting services to families in our community. To qualify for home visiting services, families must be eligible for one or more of the following services:. Medicaid. Social Security Income (SSI) Special Supplemental Nutritional Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
Cash Money reuniting at Essence Fest on Friday night
NEW ORLEANS (AP/WVUE) — A Cash Money reunion show will headline Essence Fest at the Caesar’s Superdome on Friday night. Bryan “Birdman” Williams and Friends will celebrate 30 years of Cash Money Records and its Millionaires. Juvenile, Busta Rhymes, T-Pain, The Roots and Mannie Fresh are scheduled to perform. R&B singers Jacquees and Ari Lennox and country artist Mickey Guyton also will take the stage.
Lamendola’s Supermarket holding dedication ceremony and fundraiser for employee who was allegedly murdered by husband
GONZALES — A fundraiser and dedication ceremony are being held in honor of Brenda Thomas-Morris, a beloved employee at Lamendola’s Supermarket who was murdered last month. Morris touched many lives with her kindness and infectious smile during her 13 years at Lamendola’s. The store is organizing a fundraiser to help cover her daughter’s graduation expenses as she starts her senior year of high school next month.
Load & Geaux Portable Storage Expands to Zachary, Louisiana
Zachary, LA – July 5, 2024 – Load & Geaux Portable Storage, a leading provider of convenient storage solutions, is excited to announce its expanded service area to include Zachary, Louisiana. With over a decade of experience in the portable storage industry, Load & Geaux is committed to providing residents and businesses in Zachary with flexible, secure, and affordable storage options.
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