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Family drapes 50-foot American flag over Walker home in honor of Fourth of July
WALKER - An American flag is now covering one man's entire home in Walker. It weighs more than 60 pounds and is 50 feet wide. Homeowner John Beard says it is his family's way to show their patriotism. "We figured in honor of the Fourth of July week, we would...
Boil water advisory issued for some Walker residents
WALKER, La. (WAFB) - A boil water advisory is in effect for some people living in Walker. The advisory impacts residents on Cane Market Road from Percy Young Road to Walker Road North and all side streets in between. Customers living on Percy Young Road, Walker Road North, and in the Spring Lake Subdivision.
Livingston schools will see major construction projects over the summer
LIVINGSTON - Three schools in Livingston Parish will see major construction projects started this summer to be finished for the 2025-26 school year. Albany Upper and Lower Elementary Schools will see a new cafeteria, allowing for greater seating for both schools, and a new classroom wing with four new classrooms.
Louisiana Mother Seeks Answers from Daycare After Child’s Face is Covered in Bruises
A parent's worst nightmare is harm being done to their child, especially when their child is under someone else's supervision. We have all heard the horror stories of some daycares taking discipline too far or not supervising them properly. Ge'Nene Davis, a Baton Rouge mother, wants answers after she picked her son up from daycare.
WBRZ's Fireworks on the Mississippi, Red White and Blues Festival expected to bring heavy crowds
BATON ROUGE - WBRZ's Fireworks on the Mississippi, the state's largest firework show, is a Fourth of July tradition for downtown Baton Rouge. According to Visit Baton Rouge, the event brings in around 10,000 people annually. However, they say that's not the only thing bringing in heavy crowds this year.
This Thursday in BR: Fun Fourth of July events
Pay $10 cover, and then bowl for just 25 cents a game at All Star Lanes famous Quarter Night. This special starts at 9:30 p.m. and lasts until close at 1 a.m. Enjoy select 9 oz draft beer for 25 cents a cup from 9:30 to 11:30 while you bowl. This is a weekly special that happens every Tuesday. Check out this flier with more information.
Port Hudson-Pride Road Bridge closed until further notice
ZACHARY– The Department of Transportation and Drainage announced Monday that Port Hudson-Pride Road over White Bayou will be closed starting tomorrow until further notice. Officials say drivers can use Scotlandville-Zachary Highway and Church Street/High Street to Old Scenic Highway as alternative routes.
East Baton Rouge Parish Libraries closed on July 4 and 5
BATON ROUGE — All East Baton Rouge Parish Library locations will be closed Thursday and Friday to observe Independence Day, the library announced Monday. Online resources including e-books, videos and online newspapers will still be available on the library's website.
54 Baton Rouge intersections will get a deep clean over the next year
More than 50 intersections across East Baton Rouge Parish will be cleaned every week for the next year as part of a new "corridor cleaning" program, Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome's office said Monday. Contractors with the city-parish will provide weekly cleanings, picking up litter and debris around 54 intersections over...
Sign up for free July Fourth bike rides in downtown Baton Rouge
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — You and your family can enjoy free bike rides through downtown Baton Rouge this July Fourth. Geaux Ride owner Charles Daniel has teamed up with city leaders for the Geaux 4th event. It’s part of the Summer of Hope initiatives to give children and families something to do while students are out of school.
FIREWORKS: Where you can & cannot shoot them on July 4th
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The boom. The crackle. The whistle. Celebrating the Fourth of July with fireworks is a tradition for many people. However, depending on where you are at, you may get in trouble for doing so. Some parishes and municipalities, including Baton Rouge, have made it illegal...
2-year-old from Central to have picture on Times Square jumbotron by Down Syndrome organization
CENTRAL — The National Down Syndrome Society will present five hundred photos of individuals with Down Syndrome on multiple jumbotrons in Times Square in September. One of those photos will be of a 2-year-old from Central. Cade Forbes has had a big smile on his face ever since he...
Keeping safety a priority while celebrating the Fourth of July
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The Fourth of July holiday is one known for great celebrations and time spent celebrating with family and friends. There are several things to keep in mind to ensure this year’s Independence day is a safe one for everyone. The American Red Cross suggests attending professional firework performances that are being done, no matter if it is legal to do at-home fireworks in your parish or not. Glow sticks and noise makers make for a safer environment for celebrating, especially with children. If you are doing fireworks at home in a parish where it is legal, remember to always follow instructions on the packaging, keep a supply of water close by, wear eye protection if lighting the firework, light one firework at a time and store fireworks away from children or pets.
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