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Weather Service – ‘Excessive Rainfall’ Forecast for Louisiana
The National Weather Service is suggesting to residents of Louisiana from Lake Charles to New Orleans and Shreveport to Vidalia and the parishes in between to get ready for an old-fashioned summer soaker. Oddly enough this increased threat of flooding rainfall can't be solely pinned on Hurricane Beryl. However, that tropical system will play a part in Louisiana's wet weather forecast as we move into next week.
Louisiana National Guard troops to remain at Texas, Mexico border until November
Louisiana National Guard troops will remain at the U.S.-Mexico border in Texas until November in an extended mission that state officials said would result in no new costs to taxpayers. Since March, the soldiers have aided Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's Operation Lone Star effort, which controversially relies on state troopers...
Kaplan High graduate wins Farm Bureau crown
NEW ORLEANS - Twenty-four of Louisiana’s most poised and talented ladies representing various parishes competed for the coveted crown. Eager to represent the organization for the upcoming year, this year’s slate of contestants participated in multiple rounds of competition, which included both interviews and evening gown presentations. The...
Steven Milam Named 2024 First-Team Freshman All-American by D1 Baseball
July 5, 2024 - 05:03 PM The award marked the second time Milam has received First-Team Freshman All-America recognition, as he was also honored last month by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association. by Bill Franques +0 BATON ROUGE, La. – LSU second baseman Steven Milam on Friday was named a 2024 First-Team Freshman All-American by D1baseball.com. The award marked the second time Milam has received First-Team Freshman All-America recognition, as he was also honored last month by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association. Milam enjoyed a tremendous freshman season at LSU, batting .326 (72-for-221) with 12 doubles, three triples,...
Community events: 'Delta Tank,' Baton Rouge Assembly's new members, and more
The Baton Rouge Delta Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Economic Development Committee hosted "Delta Tank," a small business pitch competition and pop-up shop on June 30. The event was in partnership with the Greater King David Baptist Church and was held at the John E. Montgomery II...
Three arrested in months-long investigation of Roxicodone drug distribution in Mississippi
Three people have been arrested for distributing large amounts of drugs after a months-long investigation by a Mississippi Special Operations Group. The Natchez Democrat reports that Agents with the Adams County Special Operations Group seized nine vehicles and thousands of dollars in cash, as well as narcotics with a street value of approximately $20,000.
LSU Swim & Dive Announces 2024-25 Schedule
BATON ROUGE, La. – The LSU swimming and diving team released its 2024-2025 schedule consisting of three home meets, five away meets, and two invitationals, LSU Athletics and head coach Rick Bishop announced Friday. The Tigers open the season as usual with the annual Purple and Gold Intrasquad on...
'It's just not right': State representative seeks way to help paralyzed Lafayette officer
Along with community support, a Louisiana state representative is now taking part in helping a Lafayette police officer who was shot in the line of duty. After becomeing aware that the officer was struggling to cover her medical expenses, State Rep. Tehmi Chassion is proposing a bill that helps officers who are injured in a line of duty.
Religion Briefs: St. John Bible Institute registration, free medical clinic and a revival
St. John Bible Institute will hold its 2024-2025 registration from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, July 13, at St. John Baptist Church, 820 New Rafe Mayer Road, Baton Rouge. For more information, contact Dr. Donald R. Ruth at (225) 774-1468. Free medical clinic. The Baton Rouge Seventh-day Adventist Church,...
New LSU offer could affect recruiting timeline for Miami DB target
After receiving an offer from LSU late last week, a Miami cornerback target said he wants more time to consider his options. The post New LSU offer could affect recruiting timeline for Miami DB target appeared first on On3.
1 hurt after Baton Rouge shooting Friday, officials say
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — One person was taken to a local hospital after a shooting in Baton Rouge on Friday, July 5. Emergency medical services said one person was transported to the hospital after a shooting on Hooper Road. EMS said the person was in stable condition. BRProud...
Scattered Rain Tempers the Extreme Heat for Acadiana
Scattered showers and storms will be back in Acadiana during your Friday afternoon and evening hours. Rain chances increase to 50%, which is a little better compared to the coverage from the 4th of July. Fortunately, the additional clouds and rainfall should hold the extreme heat back as highs near 93°. Muggy conditions will push […]
‘A servant at heart’: Family, community remembers health advocate Jeannette Alcon
Hamburger steak and Atomic Q’s, plus an ice water and a coffee, no sugar. That was Jeanette Alcon’s order at the family’s go-to spot, Hub City Diner, where her two children, Jonny and Rachel Campos sat Wednesday to remember their mother, days after she died at Hospice of Acadiana, close to the home where she raised her children after the family moved to Lafayette from Baton Rouge in 1988.
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