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2 Your Town Plaquemine: LSU's Laville Hall is named in honor of Plaquemine native Marine Reservist

BATON ROUGE — Generations have walked past and lived in Laville Hall on LSU's campus, but most don't know the story behind the name. Germaine Laville was born and raised in Plaquemine. She dreamed of being a teacher, and that dream came true when she graduated from LSU. But...

Plaquemine, LA · 12h
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SOUTHERN SOUL MEETS NO LIMIT LEGACY: LOUISIANA’S KIM McCOY TEAMS UP WITH RAP ICON MIA X FOR “THE ANTHEM REMIX”

Two powerful Louisiana voices are coming together for a collaboration that celebrates strength, confidence, and women’s empowerment. Rising Southern Soul artist Kim McCoy, a powerhouse vocalist and songwriter from Lafayette, Louisiana, has teamed up with legendary rapper Mia X, the pioneering First Lady of No Limit Records, for the highly anticipated music video “The Anthem Remix,”premiering Friday, November 20, 2026.

Lafayette, LA · 7h
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City Park Golf Course to cut off tee times early, expand public use on Sundays in new initiative

City Park Golf Course will soon be closing early on Sundays and opening up to nongolfers under a new pilot program — just a few months after the golf course was the subject of an ongoing debate in Baton Rouge. BREC plans to start a pilot program on Sundays...

Baton Rouge, LA · 16h
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Louisiana’s Old State Capitol offers free Black Friday activities

BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Families looking for activities on Black Friday will be able to head over to Louisiana’s Old State Capitol for a day of free entertainment and interactive learning through its historic galleries. The museum will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m....

Louisiana · 1d
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Hilliard Art Museum hires new curator as it prepares for major expansion in Lafayette

The Hilliard Art Museum at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette has named architect and exhibition designer Jonathan Boelkins as its new curator, bringing an experienced designer to the museum as it expands its programming, renovates a historic building and works to make its permanent collection more accessible. Boelkins, who...

Lafayette, LA · 1d

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Napoleon’s Bar turns Monday nights into a stage for local singer-songwriters

For many, Monday nights are just the start of another long week, but in downtown New Iberia, they bring a little extra music, laughter and something to look forward to. Nestled at 129 W. Main St. is Napoleon’s, a cozy neighborhood bar where the drinks are great, but the community gatherings are even better.

New Iberia, LA · 10h

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Jennifer Reising wins 2027 Louisiana Waterfowl Conservation Stamp Competition

Jennifer Reising of Noank, Connecticut, has won the 2027 Louisiana Waterfowl Conservation Stamp Competition sponsored by the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) with her impressive portrait of a wood duck. The annual contest, in its 39th year, determines the image on what is commonly called the Louisiana Duck...

Louisiana · 16h

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Region 5 Art Awards to recognize Southwest Louisiana’s creative community

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Artists, educators, businesses and community organizations across Southwest Louisiana will be recognized during the 2026 Region 5 Art Awards and Annual Meeting. The Arts and Humanities Council of Southwest Louisiana will host the celebration Friday, Nov. 13, from 6-8:30 p.m. at its location at 809...

Lake Charles, LA · 1d

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Landowners sue LA utility regulators; Planned Parenthood reopens; study finds infant heart defects linked in industrial corridor

Louisiana landowners are suing the state’s utility regulators, claiming the Public Service Commission improperly changed its rules to speed up Meta data center projects. Gulf States Newsroom’s Drew Hawkins takes us inside the lawsuit. Last year, Planned Parenthood closed its two Louisiana locations after nearly 40 years of...

Louisiana · 1d

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Veterans Day Ceremonies Today in Plaquemine, at Southern University and in Livingston

Veterans Day is Wednesday, Nov. 11, and several Capital Region communities still have free ceremonies on the calendar today. Here are three official gatherings confirmed by the organizers. Iberville's salute in Plaquemine. Iberville Parish's annual Salute to Veterans is at the Iberville Veterans Memorial on Railroad Avenue in Plaquemine. Pre-ceremony...

Plaquemine, LA · 11h

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Gospel choir to host FriendsGiving celebration, donation drive

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Arthur & Friends Community Choir will bring gospel music and community service together for its FriendsGiving celebration and donation drive on Monday, Nov. 23, 2026. “FriendsGiving: The Sound of Gratitude and Community Donation Drive” begins at 7 p.m. at New Hope Baptist Church, 5856 Greenwell...

Baton Rouge, LA · 3d

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Five Revolutionary War Patriots honored at Edgard cemetery ceremony

Five Revolutionary War patriots were remembered during a grave marking ceremony Saturday, Nov. 7, at the historic St. John the Baptist Catholic Church Cemetery in Edgard. The General Philemon Thomas […]

Edgard, LA · 1d

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Hammond Rotary invites families to 18th annual Movie Night Under the Stars

Grab your lawn chairs, gather the family, and get ready for a night of holiday fun! Hammond Rotary invites the community to its free 18th Annual Movie Night Under the Stars on Saturday, November 21, at Cate Square Park in downtown Hammond. The movie this year is The Star. The...

Hammond, LA · 2d

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Ponchatoula library to offer introductory computer workshop, Nov. 20

Ponchatoula Branch Parish Library will offer a beginner-friendly computer workshop on Friday, November 20, 2026, 4pm – 5pm. The “Bring Your Own Computer: Introduction to Computers” class will provide participants with hands-on instruction in basic computer operations, terminology, hardware and software. Participants will learn foundational skills for navigating their computers and exploring the digital world. […] The post Ponchatoula library to offer introductory computer workshop, Nov. 20 appeared first on DrumBeatsLa .

Ponchatoula, LA · 1d

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Hammond's Columbia Theatre Debuts New 'A Christmas Carol' With Three Ghosts, Five Shows

Tommy Jamerson has written a new stage adaptation of Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol for Southeastern Louisiana University's Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts, with Columbia Theatre Artistic Director Jim Winter directing. The theatre is billing the production as a world premiere. Five performances are scheduled at 220 East Thomas St. in Hammond, running from this Friday through Nov. 21.

Hammond, LA · 1d

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LSU Legend Trashes Lane Kiffin For Having Celebrities On The Sideline While Losing Games

Lane Kiffin is facing the heat from LSU legends. On Saturday, Kiffin invited several celebrities, including Shaquille O’Neal, Angel Reese, and Paul Skenes, to walk out with him before the team’s game against Alabama. Unfortunately, Kiffin and LSU were embarrassed by Alabama and blown out in front of their celebrity guests. After the game, LSU […] The post LSU Legend Trashes Lane Kiffin For Having Celebrities On The Sideline While Losing Games appeared first on BroBible.

Baton Rouge, LA · 3d

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Bacchus names Theo Von, a Covington native, as celebrity king for 2027 Mardi Gras parade

Louisiana comedian Theo Von will reign when the 2027 Bacchus Carnival parade rolls on Feb. 7 along the St. Charles Avenue route. Von, a podcaster known for his Southern-inflected humor, is a native of Covington. His podcast “This Past Weekend” has grown in popularity as he has developed a reputation for his eccentric storytelling and his wide range of guests. Last year, Von was featured on the 2025 TIME100 Creators List, celebrating “the most influential digital voices.”

Covington, LA · 2d

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Celebrating Heroes: The 2026 Red Stick Veterans Week Kicks Off in Baton Rouge

Get ready for an incredible week of community and patriotism as Baton Rouge honors those who served. Brian Haldane and guests Tony Winters and Kyle Callahan recently stopped by the studio to preview the upcoming 2026 Red Stick Veterans Week, highlighting a massive lineup of events dedicated to our nation’s heroes.

Baton Rouge, LA · 2d

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Neighborhoods filled with art and music as seasons change

LATIN JAZZ: Classically-trained harpist Patrice Fisher, her group Arpa and musical guests will perform a program of Latin jazz and traditional New Orleans favorites at the Third Sunday Concert at Christ Episcopal Church in Covington Nov. 15. Fisher is known for her unique fusion of jazz with Brazilian, Cuban and New Orleans musical influences and compositions featuring vibrant rhythms with a cross-cultural flair. A Tulane University and Creative Music Studio Jazz School graduate, she has released 16 albums of original music, including "Happy Socks," featuring collaborations with an international collection of musicians. Performing with Fisher at the free admission 5 p.m. concert will be Arpa members - New Orleans pianist Fran Comisky, Honduran percussionist Orlando Solorzano and Guatemalan Cajón player Carlos Valladares. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. at the 120 S. New Hampshire church near downtown Covington, just before the Bogue Falaya Park entrance. The sanctuary's handicap accessible entrance is located on the park side of the main church. The concert is followed by a reception in the Parish Hall for the artists and audience members. For more information, call (985) 892-3177 or visit christchurchcovington.com.

Covington, LA · 1d

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Gonzales honors veterans at 2026 Veterans Day Parade

GONZALES — Residents in Gonzales gathered to honor the brave men and women who served in the Armed Forces at the 2026 Veterans Day Parade. The parade traveled along Irma Boulevard before ending along Cornerview Street. The event will be followed by a Veterans Day Ceremony on Nov. 11...

Gonzales, LA · 3d