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Music and dance highlight second week of Fanfare at SLU
HAMMOND – One dance and two musical concerts highlight the events scheduled the second week during the 37th season of Fanfare, Southeastern Louisiana University’s annual fall arts festival. First up is a History and Political Science Department lecture on Oct. 10 at 11 a.m. Scheduled in the Pottle...
Savor the Sea: The Top 5 Seafood Dining Experiences in Hammond
In this article, we explore five exceptional seafood restaurants in Hammond. Have you had the chance to dine at any of these establishments? If yes, we'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below!
Discover Ponchatoula's Top 4 Seafood Destinations: A Culinary Journey
In this article, we're exploring four exceptional seafood restaurants in Ponchatoula. Have you had the opportunity to dine at any of these establishments? If yes, we'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below.
Mirrors, beads used in Hammond library branch arts and crafts night class
Wednesday evenings at the Hammond Branch of the Tangipahoa Parish Library System are frequently arts and crafts nights and Dara Calmes, library adult program specialist, always has something new and challenging for the creative groups gathering for her latest presentations. For her Sept. 20 session, she chose as the creative...
WWL-TV’s Investigative Reporter, Katie Moore, wins National Emmy Award in Investigative Reporting
NEW ORLEANS — WWL-TV’s Anchor and Investigative Reporter Katie Moore takes home the National Emmy Award in Investigative Reporting. Moore was in New York City Wednesday to accept the award for her series of stories “The Man Behind the Warehouse.”. Her story beat out five finalists from...
Former ‘American Idol’ contestant performing at Livingston Parish Book Festival
LIVINGSTON, La. (BRPROUD) — Singer and actress from Louisiana, Ashton Gill, is coming to back home to perform at the Livingston Parish Book Festival. Gill hails from the same parish where she is scheduled to perform on Saturday, Oct. 21. The artist is known for having made her way to Hollywood on American Idol in 2018.
Unveiling the Captivating Curtain: Experience the Thrills of Southeastern University's Theatre Season 2023-2024!
As the weather transitions from summer to fall, it's time to embrace the captivating world of theatre at Southeastern University. Get ready to be impressed by the upcoming 2023-2024 theatre season, starting off with a bang with the play "Waiting for Lefty" on Sept. 27!
Challenge yourself with the Lion Strong Freshman Fitness Challenge
There is a new fitness challenge at the REC, encouraging freshmen to adopt an active lifestyle while getting settled on campus. The Lion Strong Freshman Fitness Challenge is an opportunity for freshmen to spend free time on something productive and build healthy habits in the process. While the challenge has...
Louisiana BBQ restaurant for sale as owner looks forward to new wedding catering business
DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (BRPROUD) – A Livingston Parish barbeque restaurant is for sale, and the owner is hoping to hand over the keys to a fully functioning eatery to the new buyer. “This will be a turn-key opportunity including all equipment, recipes, and most importantly, our loyal, amazing employees,”...
Fanfare 2023 opens with Common Read Q&A, gallery exhibit, SLU Theatre performance
HAMMOND – An art exhibit, lectures, musical concerts and theater performances are just some of the events scheduled during the opening of the 38th season of Fanfare, Southeastern Louisiana University’s annual fall arts festival. The 2023 Visual Arts + Design Faculty Exhibition is currently on display in the...
LSU AgCenter Research Center hosts 2023 Fall Garden Day and Plant Sale
The LSU AgCenter Hammond Research Station will hold its third annual Fall Garden Day and Plant Sale on Saturday, October 7th, 2023 from 7:30AM to 1:00 PM at the Hammond Research Station (21549 Old Covington Highway, Hammond, LA 70403). This family-friendly event is free and open to the public. Hundreds of plants, including Louisiana Super Plants, fall color, shrubs, trees, perennials, herbs, vegetable starts, and houseplants will be offered for sale. There will also be educational sessions on our plant selections, managing fire ants, turfgrass selection, sustainable landscaping, and berry gardening from LSU AgCenter specialists. Tangipahoa Master Gardeners will provide fun children’s activities, a garden demo, and a plant swap. The Hammond High School IBoosters Club will also have baked goods for sale. For more information about activities and event schedule, please visit https://tinyurl.com/y6sbrxm4.