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Suspect taken in on murder warrant after Baker standoff was on probation, records say
BAKER - A standoff in Baker on Tuesday ended with a murder suspect in custody, police said. Baker Police Chief Carl Dunn said U.S. Marshals were executing a Baton Rouge Police warrant for Alvin Mott Jr., 27. After a standoff, Mott was arrested. Court records show that Mott had pleaded...
Car crashes into home in Baker
BAKER, La. (WAFB) - Crews responded to the scene of a car that crashed into a home in Baker Tuesday afternoon, April 30. According to emergency officials, the incident happened around 1:40 p.m. on Lavey Lane near Sunshine Road. No details were released about what led up to the crash...
Parents facing charges following junior high girls' fight in Watson
WATSON - The mom of a middle school girl from Watson is taking legal action after her daughter was involved in a fight that happened right outside their home. Elissa Boudreaux says her 8th grade daughter has been in a feud with another 8th grader who attends Live Oak Junior High for a while, but until Saturday night it had only been words exchanged.
Slaughter Elementary School honored with 2024 Louisiana School Physical Activity Award
Slaughter Elementary School was one of six schools statewide recognized with the 2024 Louisiana School Physical Activity Award. This award is presented by the Louisiana Department of Education to celebrate schools with exemplary comprehensive school physical activity programs. Principal Jennifer Jacox Thornton and assistant principal Traci Hebert received a certificate...
Minor injuries reported following inmate scuffle during power outage at EBR Parish Prison
EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH, La. (WAFB) - Minor injuries were reported following a scuffle between inmates during a power outage at the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison. According to the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office, the power outage happened Monday night, April 29. Authorities said a vehicle apparently crashed into a transformer, causing the outage at the prison and nearby area.
Group plants seed for Feliciana flower destination
Native Louisianans and tourists are flocking to the Felicianas to see acres of wildflowers growing in fields, on roadways and across the rural countryside. This field of dreams is still a seed nestled in the dirt, but alive nonetheless in the shared vision called the Feliciana Wildflower Project, set to sprout this summer.
City council says no to request for permit to build shed before home is constructed
When Michael Williams bought a condemned house on a piece of property on Woodland Drive in Zachary, he saw an opportunity: a place where he could put his carpentry skills to work and build his own home himself. Williams tore down the dilapidated structure and cleaned up the property. Now...
St. George leaders discuss next steps for city
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Organizers of St. George laid out their next steps Monday coming off a State Supreme Court decision giving them the green light to become the newest city in East Baton Rouge Parish. “If you think this is a victory lap or a celebration, all we’re...
Around Zachary for May 1, 2024
Woman’s Hospital mobile mammography coach will be in the area to perform 3D mammograms. Physician’s orders are required, and appointments are strongly encouraged. Wednesday, May 8: Zachary United Methodist Church, 4205 Church St., Zachary. Call (225) 924-8268 to schedule. Wednesday, May 15: LPG Baker, 6516 E. Myrtle Ave.,...
Luxury real estate: St. Francisville home with private library, den selling for $2.2M
ST. FRANCISVILLE, La. (BRPROUD) — A beautiful four-bedroom home located in West Feliciana Parish is now for sale. This $2.2 million property can be found in the Star Hill Trace subdivision at 12233 Star Trace Hill in St. Francisville. The Zillow listing for the two-story house states it has four bedrooms and five bathrooms sitting on 7.5 acres of land.
United Methodist Foundation celebrates 49 years; elects St. Francisville member to board
The United Methodist Foundation of Louisiana marked its 49th anniversary of dedicated service to the United Methodist Church with a celebration themed “Rooted Together, Growing Forward.”. The event was held April 16 at the Lod Cook Alumni Center at LSU in Baton Rouge, bringing together over 60 guests, community...
Inaugural Rum Fest celebrates Spain's role in American Revolution
The inaugural Galvez Rum Festival and grand opening for the Galvez Rum Tasting Room & Gardens on April 27 in Jackson celebrated freedom, history and rum while saluting the role of Spain in the American Revolution. Outside there was music and activities under blue skies with a welcome breeze blowing...
Spring Fest draws crowds to downtown Denham Springs
Denham Springs celebrated its culture, arts and history Saturday at the Spring Festival in the historic Antique Village of Denham Springs. Visitors strolled in the historic district of Denham Springs as they explored arts and crafts, children’s activities, rides and games, live stage entertainment, community and civic displays, as well as festival foods.
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