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LSU student cooks up her passion for comfort meals into a business out of her on-campus apartment

Sometimes, the best part of college is going home to a home-cooked meal and getting back to your childhood favorite foods. Eighteen-year-old Ziya Rosenthal, owner and chef behind Midnight Rouxx, understands the love for fresh, prepped comfort foods. Based out of Nicholson Gateway Apartments, Midnight Rouxx gave Rosenthal the chance...

Baton Rouge, LA · 8d
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Catholic leads Baton Rouge rankings as unbeaten Southern Lab makes its own case

BATON ROUGE, La. — Catholic has backed its place atop the Baton Rouge-area football rankings with victories over its closest challengers, beating Zachary and Central during an October stretch that has the Bears approaching the postseason with momentum. The Bears defeated Zachary 70-38 on Oct. 16, Central 41-14 on...

Baton Rouge, LA · 9d
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Livingston Parish Students Against Destructive Decisions to host Amazing Shake on Wednesday

DENHAM SPRINGS — Livingston Parish Students Against Destructive Decisions announced a $625,000 federal grant through the White House's Drug-Free Communities Support Program last week. According to the organization, the grant will provide $125,000 each year through 2031 for a 5-year investment totaling $625,000. The program said the funding will...

Denham Springs, LA · 8d
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East Ascension High School basketball coach charged with DWI

Deputies arrested an East Ascension High School teacher and basketball coach accused of driving while impaired.

Gonzales, LA · 7d

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Baton Rouge students started classes Monday at a new trade training hub backed by Meta

BATON ROUGE — America's Workforce Academy launched a new hub under the Construction Ready pathway in Baton Rouge on Monday as the first classes begin. The hub is supported by an initial $115 million investment by Meta, helping the academy fast-track students to a long-term career in a skilled trade.

Baton Rouge, LA · 8d

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AP Schools announces 2026-27 Students of the Year

Ascension Public Schools announces the 2026-27 Students of the Year for fifth, eighth, and twelfth grades. These outstanding students will be recognized before the Ascension Parish School Board meeting on Tuesday, December 1, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. on the campus of Donaldsonville High School. “We are incredibly proud of these...

Donaldsonville, LA · 8d

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Zachary High School FFA wins national recognition

On Oct. 23, the Zachary High School chapter of the National FFA Organization was named Best Building Communities chapter in the nation. The group was attending the 99th annual national FFA convention in Indianapolis, Indiana. The ZHS chapter was also recognized as a 3-Star Chapter. The national level recognizes the...

Zachary, LA · 7d

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South Lafourche High School student Sade Pierce earns Talent Award for official conference poster artwork

A South Lafourche High School junior is making her mark through the power of art, earning statewide recognition after her painting was selected as the official poster for the Louisiana Association of Educational Diagnosticians (LA-ED) Annual Conference. Sade Pierce was presented with a Talent Award in recognition of her artwork,...

Baton Rouge, LA · 7d

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Southeastern picks interim leader as dean of research and innovation

HAMMOND — Southeastern Louisiana University named a new dean of research and innovation. The university selected Daniel McCarthy for the position after he served on an interim basis since July 2024. “Working collaboratively with faculty, academic leaders, students and external partners, Dr. McCarthy will foster interdisciplinary research and scholarship,...

Hammond, LA · 8d

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DITR: RB Harlem Turner, Madison Preparatory Academy (Baton Rouge, LA)

Senior running back Harlem Turner remains a key player for the Madison Prep Chargers this football season. Coming in at 5’8″ and 185 lbs, Turner proves to be an all-around player as he’s able to run and catch the ball. Scoring multiple touchdowns for Madison Prep and worked on special teams occasionally. He’s earned 2nd-team all-district honors and is a great recruit for any college team.

Baton Rouge, LA · 8d

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Find out bi-district volleyball playoff matchups for Baton Rouge-area high schools

The prep volleyball playoff brackets are out, and several Baton Rouge-area schools begin their quest for a state title this week. Several intriguing matchups will take place across the five divisions. In Division I, No. 17 Dutchtown takes on No. 16 Natchitoches Central. The highest local seed in Division I is No. 5 Prairieville, which won its district for the first time in its short three-year history as a school.

Baton Rouge, LA · 8d

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Louisiana High School Football: Week 9 recap

There are only two games left in the regular season, and with the playoffs approaching, these final weeks will be important for a lot of teams.

Louisiana · 11d

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East Feliciana-Kentwood winner clinches district title behind strong defense, dynamic QB play

Ryan Moore took a direct snap for 60 yards to the house for East Feliciana on the game’s first play from scrimmage against Kentwood. The Tigers never trailed after the quick touchdown. The Kangaroos scored on the ensuing drive but never managed to break the Tigers defense again. East Feliciana (8-1) held Kentwood to just 181 total yards of offense in a 22-6 win on Friday night at East Feliciana High.

Kentwood, LA · 11d

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Madison Prep-Plaquemine winner's defense helps secure victory

Madison Prep had another impressive offensive showing Friday night at Plaquemine, but it was a bend-but-don't-break performance from its defense that allowed the Chargers to pull away for a 34-7 win. Coupled with quick scores from the Madison Prep offense and a methodical attack from Plaquemine, time of possession favored...

Plaquemine, LA · 11d

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Hahnville holds off Thibodaux, 24-20

Hahnville High School walked away with a hard-fought 24-20 road victory over Thibodaux High School, using a stout second-half defensive performance to hold off the homestanding Tigers in a competitive District 7-5A matchup Friday evening. Thibodaux came out swinging in the first quarter. Da’mien Robertson threw several accurate passes in...

Hahnville, LA · 11d

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Cecilia Gets a Forfeit Win — Livonia Cancels Tonight’s Game

Livonia has forfeited its game at Cecilia scheduled for Friday, October 30, reportedly due to a shortage of players. Cecilia improves to 6-3 overall and 3-1 in district.

Cecilia, LA · 11d

Nicholls Worth

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Get to Know the Women of Nicholls’ 2026 Homecoming Court

For the women at Nicholls State University, being selected for the 2026 Homecoming Court represents years of campus involvement, personal growth and memories made throughout their college experiences. From leadership in student organizations to academic achievement and community service, seniors Elbie Hahn, Sarah Pate, Lily Dominique, Mia Nunez and junior...

Thibodaux, LA · 13d

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Balanced effort lifts St. James to 35-14 win over Vandebilt Catholic

ST. JAMES — The St. James Wildcats made a statement Friday night, using a balanced offensive attack and a strong defensive performance to defeat the Vandebilt Catholic Terriers 35-14 in a Bayou-region matchup. The Wildcats wasted no time getting on the scoreboard. On their opening play from scrimmage, quarterback...

St James, LA · 11d

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Ascension Catholic-South Plaquemines finds offensive rhythm en route to big in

Ascension Catholic’s defense smothered South Plaquemines' offense all night, but it took the Bulldogs offense a little while to get rolling. When the offensive execution started to click in the second quarter, the two units combined forces to dominate the Hurricanes 42-0 in a District 10-1A battle Friday night at Floyd Boutte Memorial Stadium in Donaldsonville.

Donaldsonville, LA · 11d