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Support Personnel of the Year named

Ascension Public Schools has named the Support Personnel of the Year for 2026-27. These top employees were selected by their respective school peers. “Our school support employees play an essential role in the success of Ascension Public Schools, and their contributions make a lasting difference in the lives of our students, staff and families,” said Ascension Public Schools Superintendent Edith Walker. “From creating welcoming environments to ensuring our schools operate safely and efficiently, these dedicated individuals go above and beyond each day to support teaching and learning. Their hard work, compassion and commitment to excellence do not go unnoticed, and we are proud to recognize and celebrate the tremendous impact they have across our district.”

Ascension Parish, LA · 16h
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Ascension Public Schools announces 2026-27 Students of the Year

Ascension Public Schools recently announced the 2026-27 Students of the Year for fifth, eighth, and 12th grades. The students will be recognized before the Ascension Parish School Board meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Dec. 1 on the campus of Donaldsonville High School. “We are incredibly proud of these outstanding young...

Donaldsonville, LA · 1d

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HBCU LOVE: New Computer Lab Adds to MLK Catholic Student Center’s Sense of Home

SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY – SOUTHERNDIGEST — The Martin Luther King Jr. Catholic Student Center at Southern University has opened a new computer lab to provide students with essential academic resources and a sense of community. The project, which began in August 2023 and opened in October, was funded by an anonymous private benefactor.

Baton Rouge, LA · 1d
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Four Louisiana quarterbacks earn Manning Futures recognition following outstanding performances

NEW ORLEANS (November 10, 2026) – The Allstate Sugar Bowl has recognized four Louisiana high school quarterbacks through its Manning Futures program following outstanding performances on the field, highlighted by a combined 12 touchdown passes. Da’John Howard of Salmen, Alericq Valentine of De La Salle, Jack Grace of Country...

Metairie, LA · 1d
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GALLERY: Nicholls State University Homecoming 2026

Nicholls State University celebrated its 2026 Homecoming festivities with the crowning of Homecoming Queen Ava Wilson and King Joseph Lirette. Also pictured are last year’s Homecoming royalty, along with Prince Evan and Princess Violet, who were named the 2026 Tillou’s Tots Homecoming Prince and Princess. Congratulations to this year’s Colonel royalty!

Thibodaux, LA · 1d

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State Tournament Preview: 6 St. Tammany volleyball teams are headed to the Cajundome

Six St. Tammany Parish volleyball teams have punched their ticket to the Cajundome this week to compete in the LHSAA state tournament. On Thursday, all six teams will play in the quarterfinals, and those who advance will play in the semifinals on Friday. The championship matches begin at 9 a.m. on Saturday.

St Tammany Parish, LA · 2d

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Zachary High sports finishing and starting seasons

East Baton Rouge cross-country and regional results. The Zachary High School boys and girls cross-country teams competed in the 3-mile East Baton Rouge Metro Cross Country Championships on Oct. 31 at Highland Road Park. The boys finished third overall as a team and the girls finished fourth overall. The top...

Zachary, LA · 1d

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E.D. White Cardinal Vanguard crowned 2026 LMEA Class 3C State Marching Champions

The E.D. White Catholic High School Cardinal Vanguard delivered a championship performance Monday night, earning the title of 2026 Louisiana Music Educators Association (LMEA) Class 3C State Marching Champions and sweeping all five caption awards. Competing Monday, Nov. 9 at Our Lady of Lourdes Stadium on the campus of the...

Thibodaux, LA · 1d

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Meet the 3 St. Tammany Schools 'Students of the Year'

Three St. Tammany Parish Public School students were named the district's "Students of the Year," beating out thousands of other students in the school system. Fifth-grader Lena Gardner from Sloan Middle School is the STTPS "Elementary Division Student of the Year." Elise Federico, an 8th grader at Mandeville Junior High, was selected as the "Middle/Junior High Division Student of the Year." Meanwhile, senior Owen Esté from Fontainebleau High School is the "High School Division Student of the Year."

Mandeville, LA · 2d

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REV Fiber scholarship applications for high school seniors now open

GONZALES — Applications for the REV Fiber 2027 high school academic scholarship are now open. High school seniors living in REV Fiber's 11-parish service area—including West Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge, Livingston, Ascension, Iberville and Tangipahoa parishes—who are in good academic standing and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 are eligible to apply.

Livingston, LA · 1d

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High school teammates turned Southern freshmen shine in team’s dominant win over Bethune-Cookman

Macario Dade saw daylight on the right sideline. The Southern freshman running back with a track and field background detonated from the backfield and went untouched for a 70-yard touchdown in the third quarter of Southern’s 45-17 win over Bethune-Cookman on Saturday at A.W. Mumford Stadium. Fellow freshman Wydell...

Baton Rouge, LA · 4d

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Tangipahoa volunteers attend LVFC Mini College in Baton Rouge

On Oct. 20, 11 members of Tangipahoa Volunteers for Family and Community traveled to Baton Rouge to attend Louisiana Volunteers for Family and Community’s annual Mini College. The one-day event was held at the Burden Museum and Gardens. There were several programs with interesting topics presented throughout the day....

Baton Rouge, LA · 1d

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Prairieville-Franklinton winner clinches victory with unusual score

With the game on the line in the closing seconds, Prairieville High School turned to quarterback Skyler Kelly to make the game-winning play, and he came through with a touchdown on a play that caught everyone off guard. Kelly lined up wide and went to the end zone where he...

Prairieville, LA · 5d

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Baton Rouge-area teams to watch in the select football playoffs

The high school football playoff pairings are out for the four select divisions in Louisiana. Here's what stood out for Baton Rouge-area schools after the brackets were released on Sunday. Division I select. No. 7 Catholic (7-3) earned a bye after winning its last six games after a 1-3 start...

Baton Rouge, LA · 3d

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Mandeville leaned on its offensive line to close out its perfect regular season

It all led to this for the Mandeville High football team. The Skippers used a balanced offense and a stifling defense to defeat Fontainebleau 28-10 on Nov. 6, capping off a perfect 10-0 regular-season season. Mandeville finished as the undefeated District 6-5A champions and is expected to be the top...

Mandeville, LA · 5d

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LSU reinstates law professor suspended for political comments

LSU has reinstated a law professor that it removed from the classroom for making political comments critical of Gov. Jeff Landry in early 2025.  Ken Levy, a tenured professor of criminal law, will make his return to the classroom in the spring semester, two years after he was suspended from teaching.  In an interview, Levy […]

Baton Rouge, LA · 5d

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Walker High Marine Corps JROTC raider team takes home state championship title

BOGALUSA — The Walker High School Marine Corps JROTC Raider program has captured top honors at the All-Service Raider State Championship, bringing home the overall state title in the co-ed division. Held in Bogalusa, the premier competition drew 28 of the top Raider teams from Louisiana, as well as...

Walker, LA · 4d

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Zachary Broncos Dominate Liberty Magnet Patriots in 62–8 Victory

The Zachary Broncos put together a dominant performance against the Liberty Magnet Patriots, earning a convincing 62–8 victory behind a powerful offensive attack and contributions from multiple players on both sides of the ball. Zachary wasted no time establishing control, opening the game with a punt return touchdown to...

Zachary, LA · 5d

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New scholarships support former foster youth at LSU

BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — First lady Melania Trump visited Louisiana State University to highlight a $7.2 million investment in students who have experienced foster care. The funds will create a permanent scholarship fund at LSU. For many who have experienced foster care, figuring out how to cover...

Baton Rouge, LA · 4d

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Shaquille O'Neal brings credit education tour to LSU students in Baton Rouge

BATON ROUGE — Students packed Fred’s Bar in Tigerland to learn about managing credit as part of the Credit One Bank Credit Tip-Off Tour. The event focused on helping young adults build healthy money habits, avoid common financial missteps, and better understand how credit scores work. Basketball Hall of Famer and LSU icon Shaquille O’Neal headlined the appearance, sharing his perspective on financial literacy and building personal wealth.

Baton Rouge, LA · 5d