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Football, Fútbol, Food: "DBU" is back at LSU
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - In this edition of FFF: Defensive Back University is back at LSU, Everton fight relegation in the English Premier League AGAIN, and a visit to Barcar in Old Metry. FOOTBALL. It’s been a rough four years for LSU’s cornerback room, but I can safely say that...
United States Army visits capital area high schools during Army Career Week
BATON ROUGE - The United States Army is making its way around local high schools for Army Career Week beginning on Monday. New immersive technology exhibits are being used to give students hands-on experience "to help spread awareness about all the different career and job opportunities the Army offers, not just what they see on TV and in the movies," Baton Rouge Recruiting Company Commander, Capt. Terron Riggins said.
This week in Baton Rouge: Anime Night, the Black Opry Revue, Zeeland Street fundraiser and more
Head to Tap 65 for fun and fandom this Tuesday, Aug. 27, at Anime Night. Guests can experience an anime-inspired pop-up market curated by 10-plus local vendors. Food and character-themed cocktails will also be available, along with collectibles and custom merch. Throughout the night, fans can also jam out to their favorite anime soundtracks.
Former Tiger Golf Stars Stone, Tejedo Advance In LPGA Q School
BATON ROUGE – Former LSU golf stats Latanna Stone and Carla Tejedo advanced easily through the pre-qualifying stage of LPGA Q-School on Sunday in Rancho Mirage, California to earn a spot in the next round of the series. The four-round event started with a field of over 310 golfers...
Summit to address how to reduce property blight in North Baton Rouge
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — A summit will be held Tuesday to address blight and give property owners tools to reinvest in North Baton Rouge. The Baton Rouge North Economic Development District and the City-Parish Planning Commission will host the Brownfields Redevelopment Summit from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 27 at Baton Rouge Community College. The Ardendale Campus is located at 2115 North Lobdell Blvd.
Olivia Ann Sanchez named 2024 Evangeline by Knights of Columbus Council 970
The cornerstone tradition of the annual International Acadian Festival moved into high gear Saturday, Aug. 24, when Oliva Ann Sanchez was named the 2024 Evangeline. The announcement highlighted the annual presentation ceremony of the Evangeline court at the Knights of Columbus 970 home in Plaquemine. The St. John High School...
NILSU – The Real Deal – Taylor Jacobs, LSU’s Associate AD of NIL & Strategic Initiatives, explains
TigerRag.com’s Audibles podcast – August 26, 2024 – Hosted by Jake McMains – NILSU – The Real Deal – Taylor Jacobs, LSU’s Associate AD of NIL & Strategic Initiatives, explains. Taylor Jacobs has been with LSU Athletics for ten years, and for the past three, she has been the Associate AD of NIL & Strategic Initiatives. Previously, she was the Compliance Coordinator for eight years. Now, Jacobs leads the NILSU department. She offers education, branding, and support to LSU student-athletes. Her team helps them with NIL opportunities and assists coaches and the community. She also started events like Geaux Time and Build Your Board. These events connect student-athletes with business leaders, enhancing NIL opportunities and building networks. Jeff and Todd chat with Taylor about how her department keeps LSU ahead in the ever-changing landscape, highlighting this as a competitive edge for LSU athletics.
Anding ends mystery, heading to Tiger Town
Ruston High’s senior cornerback Aidan Anding made his big reveal Saturday afternoon after a long recruiting process in front of family, friends coaches and teammates. And Anding has chosen to stay in Louisiana and will play for the Louisiana State University Tigers. “I actually finally made the decision on...
Man arrested in murder, allegedly offered woman $2K not to call police
BATON ROUGE - A man arrested in a July murder allegedly offered a witness $2,000 not to call law enforcement, officials said. Baton Rouge Police officers arrested Joel Johnson for first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder and armed robbery. An arrest warrant says that in the early-morning hours of July 1, 2024, Johnson killed Byron Irving and shot at another woman.
Learn self defense basics at LPSO’s Rape Aggression Defense Course this September
Sheriff Craig Webre announced the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will host a Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) course on September 24-26, 2024, at the LPSO Shooting Range Classroom, located at 3451 Hwy 182 in Raceland. This self-defense course designed for women will take place over three days. The class will...
Date And Time For Lake Charles Capital One Tower To Be Demolished
Ital One Tower is scheduled for demolition on September 7, 2024, at 8 am. I know I'm not the only one when I say, I sure hate to see it go. It was such a beautiful building, inside and out. I wish there was a way the city could've refurbished it and turned it into a hotel/convention center/upscale condo living, with a restaurant and a few shops. However, if any of that were possible it would have been done I imagine.
Crews to make MLB debut for Nationals
Former LSU All-American outfielder and Golden Spikes Award winner Dylan Crews will make his Major League debut on Monday night for the Washington Nationals as they host the New York Yankees. First pitch is set for 5:45 p.m. local time. Crews, a Longwood, FL native, is the 86th Major Leaguer...
Would You Rather—Louisiana School Transportation Edition
Louisiana is officially in a state of emergency due to extreme heat and its raised some serious concerns in terms of transportation for students. Over 100 school buses in central Louisiana are operating without AC making conditions for the bus drivers and students on board less than ideal.
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