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Former Southern Alumni Federation president dies, university says
BATON ROUGE - The national president of the Southern University Alumni Federation from 2010 to 2014 died, according to the university. The university announced the passing of Dennis S. Brown Saturday morning. Brown was raised in Alexandria, LA, and graduated from Southern in 1976.
Scotlandville, Glen Oaks collect jamboree wins
It was only a jamboree game, but Scotlandville showed an explosive side Friday night in the Showdown on the Bluff. Playing less than two miles from the Scotlandville campus, the Hornets were right at home as they defeated Belaire 16-0 in the second of three games at Southern's A.W. Mumford Stadium.
Names at the top in District 4-5A remain the same. There are new faces, changes
Scotlandville coach Ryan Cook did not have a team in the hunt for the District 4-5A title or a playoff berth last fall. But the third-year coach has an assessment others can relate to about one of three districts to produce an LHSAA champion and a runner-up a year ago.
Meet Joe Petraro, age 11, student at LSU who wants to make sports accessible for everybody
When Joe Petraro was about eight years old and attending school in New York, he was placed in special education by his school district because teachers and administrators assumed he needed it. At the beginning of the school year, his teacher, Mrs. Sardi, noticed that even though Joe appeared to be zoning out in class, he knew all the answers. The traditional classroom just might not be the best place for him to thrive.
Green Devils relentless in 26-0 jamboree win over neighboring Port Allen
Action in the Plaquemine High Jamboree gave fans a peek at what they can expect from the Green Devils, and it gave them plenty reason for excitement this season. A solid passing game from quarterback Nico Victoran kept PHS in control throughout both 12-minute halves for a 26-0 win over Port Allen in action Thursday at Andrew Canova Stadium.
The route to the District 4-5A title is intriguing. Here are some things to know
Everyone knows the Bears graduated a four-year starting quarterback Daniel Beale (now at UL) and other talented players from a Division I select champion squad. Consider this season a reload rather than a rebuild. Catholic has six starters returning on offense and four on defense. Others to watch: Zachary, Central.
Louisiana High School Sports Hall of Fame Announces 2025 Inductees
The Louisiana High School Sports Hall of Fame announced its 2025 class of Hall of Fame inductees on Tuesday. This group of nine outstanding individuals has shown incredible talent, dedication, and passion in high school sports, making them true representatives of Louisiana athletics. Every year, the Louisiana High School Athletic...
Tigerland, other college bars prepare safety measures ahead of busy first weekend of school year
BATON ROUGE - For college students, this is the first Friday night of the school year. For Crescent Crown Distributors, this is the start of a very busy delivery season. "With this truck alone, we've pushed out over 5,000 cases (of alcohol)," Crescent Crown Distributing driver Enrique Perez said. With...
Louisiana State University student awarded police scholarship
Ms. Haley Stewart has been awarded the Edward J. Kiernan Memorial Scholarship by the International Union of Police Associations for the third year in a row. Stewart is the daughter of Mr. Chris Stewart, a member of I.U.P.A. Local Louisiana Law Enforcement Association, Local #83. Ms. Stewart is attending Louisiana State University where she is pursuing the study of law.
Easy does it. First-year head coach won't apply added pressure for jamboree pressure
Being a head football coach for the first time means everything to Scott Pellegrin. But that does not mean the new Woodlawn High School coach is expecting everything all at once Thursday night. “I know it sounds so cliché, but in particular (Thursday), I just want to see our guys...
Longtime Teurlings Catholic principal and track enthusiast honored as LHSAA Hall of Famer
His voice is synonymous with track and field excellence in Louisiana. Mike Boyer has worn a lot of hats and worn them well, which led to him being selected as one of nine 2025 inductees in the Louisiana High School Sports Hall of Fame. Boyer, 70, has been the voice...
Emile Picarella directs U-High to late score in win against Dunham; Catholic blanks Madison Prep
University High quarterback Emile Picarella wasn’t fazed by his previous pass that was intercepted. The turnover turned into a touchdown that gave Dunham its first lead in the first game of Friday’s Redstick Rumble at Parkview Baptist. Picarella calmly directed U-High downfield in five plays and found wide...
Southern University raising funds all day on Facebook Live campaign
BATON ROUGE — Southern University is hosting a virtual Facebook live event on Aug. 30 for most of the day to raise funds for Southern’s Give Day. The school plans to be live on their social media site from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Panel discussions, presentations, and...
RA's: A first year's first resource
Whether it's the hassle of move in week or first day of class jitters it's no secret that back to school time can be a bit stressful for first year students. The large population, upwards of 35,000 students, could also make adjusting to life at LSU a little more challenging.
Pelican State Credit Union launches 2024 Teacher Bulletin Board Contest
BATON ROUGE --- Pelican State Credit Union is inviting teachers in their branch communities to enter the 2024 Teacher Bulletin Board Contest for a chance to win up to $350!. Interested teachers should submit a photo of their bulletin board or classroom door by September 30. Voting opens on October 1, and the submission with the most votes in each of Pelican’s branch communities will win $250, with the top three entries receiving an extra $100. Teachers are encouraged to share their submission’s link on their social media pages to increase their votes and chance of winning.
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