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Community comes together to clean up Zachary Public Cemetery
ZACHARY - Volunteers in Zachary woke up bright and early Saturday to help clean the public cemetery after a plea for help on social media saying maintenance has been lacking and the burial place has become an eyesore for the city. Resident Randy Thames put the team together. "I saw...
Nine candidates qualify to run for EBR Mayor-President
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Nine candidates have filed the necessary paperwork to run for Mayor-President of East Baton Rouge. Ryan “Bad Bidness” Carter (I) Tambra “Tammy” Cook (R) Emile “Sid” Edwards (R) Nathaniel Hearn (R) “Ted” James (D) Steve Myers (R) William...
Person fatally shot in Baton Rouge on Sunday night, police say
A man was found dead of gunshot wounds inside a car Sunday night, Baton Rouge police said. Officers were called to the 2600 block of Cedar Avenue for reported gunfire and found Marvus Green, 32, dead in a car on the roadway, according to a news release. The shooting is...
Driver dead after crashing 18-wheeler, leaving cab dangling off I-10 overpass for hours
BATON ROUGE - The cab of an 18-wheeler was left dangling off an overpass on I-10 Monday morning after the vehicle jackknifed and ejected the driver. Traffic cameras from the area of the I-10 eastbound split at I-110 showed the cab dangling over the barrier, facing into oncoming traffic. The Baton Rouge Police Department said the vehicle jackknifed and ejected the driver after the crash. He fell to the ground below the elevated section of the highway.
Theatre Baton Rouge prepares for upcoming 79th season
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Theatre Baton Rouge is about to kick off its 79th season of shows. Listed below is the schedule of shows that the theatre has planned:. Waitress: August 16 through September 1. In a quaint diner, Jenna’s pies weave dreams and dilemmas. Amidst life’s twists, a context and a charming doctor might just be her recipe for joy. Join her journey of courage, laughter, and unexpected sweetness.
Retirement home couple marries in front of friends
It’s never too late to find love, according to one Acadiana couple that got married on Friday. The two love birds met at a nursing home. Dusty Vaughn, and his newlywed wife, Rose Vaughn live at Eastridge Nursing and Rehab Center in Abbeville. Tags. Localnow.
Popular Discount Chain Closing Lafayette Store
Lafayette has seen a handful of businesses close in the last year. Small, locally-owned businesses aren't the only ones feeling the heat right now; major retailers have also started trimming down their locations to cut costs. The once-popular discount retailer Big Lots recently announced that it would be closing 40...
UL signee taking important steps at higher level with Cane Cutters
Two months ago, Mark Collins was playing high school baseball at Class 1A Opelousas Catholic. UL associate head baseball coach Seth Thibodeaux, who wanted the Ragin' Cajuns' signee to be tested, got Collins a summer opportunity with the Acadiana Cane Cutters, where he's the only position player who will be an incoming freshman.
People in Cade gather to express opposition of landfill expansion
Community members in Cade gathered for a town meeting in opposition to the expansion of a nearby landfill. Homeowners gathered at St. Anthony's Chapel on Friday, July 19, after recently launching an online petition against expansion of the landfill behind Burke Road in Cade.
Top LSU pitcher signee officially inks professional deal with the Braves
One of LSU’s top signees in the 2024 baseball recruiting class won’t be making his way to Baton Rouge after he was drafted in the first round of the 2024 MLB draft. Cam Caminiti had an incredible year for Saguaro High School as a Senior. He went 9-0 with a 0.93 ERA on the season, striking out 119 batters in 52 2/3 innings. At the plate, he hit .493. He helped lead his high school to its first state championship in 13 years. The 2021 World Series Champion Atlanta Braves drafted him with the 24th pick in the first round of the...
20-year-old St. Jude patient now gives back by raising thousands of dollars for hospital
In 2011, Erica Huckaby, a vibrant 20-year-old woman, was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Her world was turned upside down, filled with uncertainty and fear. Amidst the darkness, a beacon of hope emerged – St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. For four months, Huckaby and her family found hope...
Thibodaux Regional Swim Team Results
The Thibodaux Regional Swim Team demonstrated remarkable talent and dedication at the USA Age Group Long Course State Competition, held from July 11th to 14th at the LSU Natatorium. AJ Lafont and Kason Lirette secured individual state championship titles, highlighting their exceptional skills. The team also achieved multiple top-eight individual finishes, showcasing their competitive spirit. Additionally, three swimmers qualified to represent Louisiana at the upcoming Zone competition, further emphasizing their prowess and potential on a larger stage. This achievement reflects the hard work and commitment of the athletes and coaches, marking a significant milestone for the Thibodaux Regional Swim Team. AJ Lafont emerged as the state champion in the 50 Free for the 13-14 Male Division, while Kason Lirette claimed the state champion title in the 200 Free for the 9-10 Male Division. The Louisiana All-Star Zone qualifiers include AJ Lafont, Bree Usey, who is qualifying for the second year, and Hunter Gaubert.
Southestern Set to Participate in Southland Opening Drive
SAN ANTONIO – Southeastern Louisiana University head coach Frank Scelfo, along with senior offensive linemen Jhy Orgeron and Brockhim Wicks, will represent the SLU football program at the Southland Conference Football Opening Drive Sunday and Monday at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio. The Southland Conference...
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