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Plaquemine and North Iberville included in USDA food pickup program

PLAQUEMINE — The Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank, the Iberville Parish Council and the Office of Social Services are starting distribution of food commodities donated by USDA for families in need in Bayou Pigeon, Bayou Sorrel, North Iberville and Plaquemine. Only clients who qualify under Greater Baton Rouge Food...

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Marvin Braud Boat Way in Ascension Parish re-opened after Monday's closure

GONZALES — The Marvin Braud Boatway in Ascension Parish was reopened Friday evening after a 5-day closure. The closure was implemented on Monday due to elevated tidal water in the area.

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Friday Night Lights: Area teams prepare for regular-season finales as playoffs approach

The high school football regular season is nearing its conclusion, and Week 10 presents one final opportunity for teams across the Houma-Thibodaux area to strengthen their playoff positions and finish the regular season on a high note. Several local teams enter the final week looking to extend winning streaks, while...

Thibodaux, LA · 1d

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Swagat Indian Cuisine set to open new restaurant in Thibodaux on Nov. 11

Thibodaux residents looking to try something new will soon have another dining option as Swagat Indian Cuisine prepares to open its doors on Wednesday, Nov. 11, bringing a variety of traditional Indian dishes to the community. The restaurant, located at 1050 South Acadian Road Suite C in Thibodaux, announced its...

Thibodaux, LA · 2d

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East Baton Rouge's 2027 budget proposal grows by $20M as DA, parish clash over funding

BATON ROUGE — Mayor-President Sid Edwards introduced East Baton Rouge Parish's proposed $1.176 billion operating budget for 2027 during a special Metro Council meeting Thursday. Unlike the 2026 budget, which saw reductions of roughly $15 million, the 2027 plan increases spending by about $20 million. "We're not planning on...

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Lane Kiffin Makes LSU’s Frustration With Alabama Rivalry Record Clear: “It’s Time”

LSU and Alabama have shared plenty of memorable moments over the years, but the recent results have mostly gone in one direction. The Tigers have struggled to keep up with the Crimson Tide, winning just four of their 19 meetings since 2008. With another important matchup approaching, LSU will have a chance to make a statement and give its fans a result they have been waiting to see. This weekend’s meeting carries extra weight for both teams. Alabama and LSU enter the game with identical 6-2 records, and both still have plenty to play for as the College Football Playoff picture takes shape. But...

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LSU-Alabama Recruiting: Loaded Visitor List Includes 5-Stars, Flip Targets

LSU's showdown with Alabama on Saturday isn't just a massive game for the Tigers' College Football Playoff hopes. It's also shaping up to be one of the biggest recruiting weekends of the Lane Kiffin era. TigerBait recruiting insider Tyler McClung has put together an extensive visitor list featuring more than...

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Kim Mulkey Accused Of Showing 'Zero Class' After LSU Wins By 109 Points

She's under heavy fire.

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Ascension Parish, LA · 1d

RPCC welcomes 900 students to 2026 Manufacturing Day

ABOVE: RPCC Steel Program Manager Lucas Janopaul provides a hands-on demonstration of advanced manufacturing for Ascension Parish Schools 8th graders during MFG Day Gonzales. River Parishes Community College (RPCC) celebrated National Manufacturing Day (MFG Day) last month with two interactive events at its Gonzales and Reserve campuses, introducing eighth-grade students to the exciting career opportunities available in manufacturing, skilled trades, and Louisiana’s growing industrial workforce.

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Baton Rouge Arts Market happening this Saturday

BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rouge Arts Market will set up for its 28th year on Saturday. The arts and crafts market will run from noon to 8 p.m. at 5th and Main streets. If it rains, the event will be moved to the Galvez Parking Garage at 500 Main St.

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Drone Stringing Technology Expedites Entergy's Transmission Line Construction Project

Infravision recently announced the deployment of its drone stringing technology on Entergy’s Amite South Reliability Project in Louisiana. Working alongside Utility Lines Construction Services (ULCS), Infravision is helping install pulling lines across challenging terrain while freeing up construction crews and equipment for other work. Entergy’s Amite South Reliability Project...

Westwego, LA · 2d

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Zippy's on Perkins Road: Named Tacos, Two Burrito Sizes and a Kitchen Open Until 3 a.m. on Weekends

Reading the taco list at Zippy's is half the fun. There's the Pork-ins Overpass, a nod to the neighborhood. There's Love Shaq U, Shrimpin' Ain't Easy and the Bad Mother Clucker. Every one of them is $5.45, and you can build your own if none of the names call to you.

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GALLERY: Middle School Football- E.D. White vs Thibodaux

Two undefeated middle schools collided Wednesday night at Thibodaux High School as Thibodaux Middle School beat E.D. White 22-14. Turnovers plagued both teams throughout the game. TMS took the lead in the first quarter after intercepting an EDW pass. The Warriors scored off a run from the four yard line...

Thibodaux, LA · 1d

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Baton Rouge home prices see dramatic uptick post-COVID, regulatory costs emerge as large burden

Home prices in Baton Rouge are still creeping up, but the largest contributor may not be what you expect, a National Association of Home Builders economist said. Houses in Baton Rouge cost 31% more than they did during the pandemic, Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington, assistant vice president of forecasting and analysis for NAHB, said Wednesday afternoon in a presentation to the Home Builders Association of Greater Baton Rouge. While a flurry of factors like rising interest rates and high cost of living has impacted housing affordability, Nanayakkara-Skillington said increased regulatory charges have become one of the largest obstacles in the housing market.

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Nicholls department of music to host Sound Unbound, fundraising showcase

Nicholls State University’s Department of Music is preparing for a landmark night of music, community and support with its upcoming fundraising event, “Sound Unbound.”. Scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 17 in the Mary and Al Danos Theater in Talbot Hall, the event will feature performances that highlight the full range of musical talent across the university.

Thibodaux, LA · 2d

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'If you ain't ready, stay home': LSU players hand out Raising Cane's on campus ahead of Alabama game

BATON ROUGE — LSU students received a special surprise on campus Thursday afternoon when a trio of Tigers handed out chicken fingers ahead of Saturday's matchup against Alabama. LSU players Caden Durham, Deuce Geralds and Harlem Berry worked a shift at the original Raising Cane's on Highland Road before...

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St. Amant-Central Lafourche volleyball winner win away from state tournament bid

A slow start put the St. Amant volleyball team in an early hole, and the Gators never climbed back out in their LHSAA Division I first-round playoff game Wednesday. Despite playing as the home team, 15th-seed St. Amant didn't look comfortable as it lost 3-2 at the hands of No. 18 Central Lafourche. The individual set scores were 26-24, 22-25, 25-19, 19-25 and 15-7.

St Amant, LA · 2d

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Vandebilt sweeps Plaquemine to advance in Division III playoffs

Vandebilt Catholic took care of business at home Wednesday in the Division III bi-district round, sweeping No. 20 Plaquemine 3-0. The 13th-seeded Terriers controlled the match from the start and punched their ticket to the regional round. Plaquemine finishes 15-10. Vandebilt entered the matchup at 16-20 but looked locked in...

Plaquemine, LA · 1d

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St. Vincent de Paul hosts Neighbors Helping Neighbors food drive

St. Vincent de Paul of Baton Rouge will host its second annual Neighbors Helping Neighbors Drive-Thru Food Drive on Saturday, Nov. 7, to collect donations for local families facing food insecurity.

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Baton Rouge Judge Stays on Corruption Cases as AG's Recusal Bid Fails

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill's office has lost its bid to remove Judge Gail Horne Ray from a set of high-profile Baton Rouge corruption cases, after ad hoc Judge Bonnie Jackson denied the recusal request in court on Wednesday, Nov. 4. The ruling keeps Ray on the bench for prosecutions involving Councilman Cleve Dunn, former Capital Area Transit System administrator Pearlina Thomas and contractor Jay Colar.