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Multiple Baton Rouge oyster spots join shell recycling program to help coastline
BATON ROUGE - Several Baton Rouge oyster restaurants are joining the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana's is Oyster Shell Recycling Program. The program was first established in 2014. Restaurants with the program discard their shells in bins that are picked up by a contractor several times a week. The shell is transported to a curing site, and placed into mesh bags.
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.
BRCC cuts ribbon for new on-campus restaurant
BATON ROUGE - Baton Rouge Community College hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new on-campus restaurant Tre’s Street Kitchen Friday afternoon. Tre’s Street Kitchen has specialized in on-campus dining for the Greater Baton Rouge and New Orleans areas since 2020. The opening comes just two weeks after the beginning of BRCC’s fall semester.
Donegan Gets GB&I Another Full Point In Curtis Cup
BATON ROUGE – LSU senior Aine Donegan teamed with South Carolina’s Hannah Darling for a second straight session to win a full point for Great Britain and Ireland Saturday in the Curtis Cup matches at Sunningdale Golf Club in England. After two second-day sessions which included GB&I winning...
Southern Give Day ends today! Find out how you can help Southern reach its $20 million goal
BATON ROUGE - Southern University is asking alumni and others to give back to their alma mater and support one of the biggest names in the capital city with their annual Give Day. Give Day has already raised over $14 million for SU campuses, and ends Saturday at 11:59 p.m.
Events tailored to all ages hope to draw in more visitors to downtown Baton Rouge
BATON ROUGE - Friday evenings in Baton Rouge bring exciting opportunities for the downtown district. For folks 21 and up, the Tunnel speakeasy in the Hilton Hotel is holding a special celebration in honor of the late Huey P. Long's birthday. At the Louisiana Art and Science Museum, a crowd...
Episcopal, Ascension Catholic Impress in Battle on the Ridge Jamboree Doubleheader
It was a great football appetizer before the full course meal begins next week as high school football jamborees kickoff across the state of Louisiana, and Thursday night’s action featured an exciting doubleheader at Memorial Field. First, the Episcopal Knights took on the Pearl River Rebels while the Ascension Catholic Bulldogs took on the St. Michael Warriors.
Dodging downpours this Labor Day weekend
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A surface trough near the Texas Coast is bringing disturbed weather in the northern Gulf of Mexico and pushing rain showers inland throughout the day. With the tropical moisture in place, we could see heavy rain, providing a flash flood threat, especially in areas with poor drainage. For this reason, the National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch that will remain in effect until 7 p.m. this evening. Rain and clouds will keep the temperatures down a bit today in the mid to upper 80s for the daytime high.
LSU offers 2026 EDGE from Bogart, Georgia
Brian Kelly and his recruiting staff traveled to Bogart, Georiga, to extend a scholarship offer to an EDGE rusher. Khamari Brooks is a 6-foot-4, 220-pound, defensive lineman from Loganville where he plays for North Oconee High School. The North Oconee Titans are 2-0 on the season and had a bye week this week. Brooks does not have any crystal ball projections at this time and there are no clear favorites to land him per On3. Ratings Stars National Position State 247 – – – – Rivals – – – – ESPN – – – – On3 – – – –...
LSU Football Commit Bryce Underwood impresses in his season kickoff
The LSU Tigers third-ranked recruiting class has been helped massively by having the Nation's top quarterback recruit Bryce Underwood committed since January. While Underwood remains the Nation's top overall recruit, there was a ton of discourse this Summer that other quarterbacks deserved the top ranking. This is mostly due to the fact that Underwood isn't as involved with 7 on 7 and Elite 11 like some of the other quarterbacks in the class.
Furry Friends Friday: Meet Mocha & Ollie, two sweet dogs up for adoption
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Beverly Theriot and Lori DeBenedetto-Webb of Second Chance Dog Rescue introduced two adorable pups named Mocha and Ollie. Mocha is a sweet and happy four-year-old Yorkiepoo who weighs 14 pounds. He’s been neutered, microchipped and has all his shots. His adoption fee is $350. He’ll be a sweet addition to any family, but he is a little shy around bigger dogs. It’s probably best for him to be in a home with other smaller dogs.
Scotlandville, University Lab, and Catholic pick up Jamboree wins
BATON ROUGE - The Catholic High and University Lab football teams picked up wins at the Red Stick Rumble Jamboree Friday, while Scotlandville was victorious at the Showdown on the Bluff Jamboree. Catholic 23, Madison Prep 0. University Lab 21, Dunham 18. Scotlandville 16, Belaire 0.
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.
Where to Watch McNeese vs. Southern University on TV or Streaming Live – August 31
Star runner Clifton McDowell and the McNeese Cowboys (0-1) face the Southern University Jaguars on Saturday at 8:00 p.m. ET at Cowboy Stadium (LA). Below in this story, we give all the info you need to know about how to view this game on ESPN+. Watch college football live without...
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.
DEQ is asking for your help finding solutions to tire waste
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Around 4.6 million tires are thrown out each year according to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality. The agency said lots of those are dumped illegally in ditches or on the side of the road. “You go to bed at night nothings there, when you...
Jeff Landry names son of late board member to LSU board
Blaise Zuschlag will finish out the term of his late father Richard Zuschlag on the LSU Board of Supervisors, Gov. Jeff Landry announced Friday. Richard Zuschlag, who founded and was chairman and CEO of powerhouse medical transport company Acadian Companies, died in June from complications following cancer treatment. His term as board member-at-large ends May 31, 2028.
College apparel stores get ready for busy Southern University, LSU, Grambling State football seasons
BATON ROUGE — College football season officially kicks this weekend. LSU and Southern are both opening their seasons with away games. However, the games are still having a big impact on businesses right at home. The Anthony Lawrence Collection store on Bluebonnet says football season is one of their busiest times of the year.
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