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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 · 1d
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Old Glory Flag Giveaway happening in Baton Rouge

The giveaway will take place from 8 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at Joubert Law Firm, 2171 Quail Run Drive.

Baton Rouge, LA · 1d
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Hazardous material collection scheduled for Nov. 21 in Baton Rouge

East Baton Rouge Parish residents can drop off household hazardous materials for safe disposal in November.

Baton Rouge, LA · 2d

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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 · 1d
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What to know about Louisiana Renaissance Festival Hammond. Times, themes

This time of year marks the Louisiana Renaissance Festival, where thousands of visitors flock wearing garb from the Early Modern Period and fantasy realms. The Louisiana Renaissance Festival opened last weekend, Nov. 7, but there's still time to make the festival, runs every weekend through Dec. 13. Each year the...

Hammond, LA · 3d

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Veterans Day 2026 events in Baton Rouge area include ceremonies, parades and memorial tributes

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Communities across the Baton Rouge area are preparing to honor military veterans with ceremonies, parades and other events for Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Several celebrations are scheduled throughout the week to recognize those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Here’s a...

Baton Rouge, LA · 2d

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Louisiana Renaissance Festival returns for 2026 season

HAMMOND, La. (WAFB) - The Louisiana Renaissance Festival is back!. Families, history enthusiasts, and adventure-seekers are invited to immerse themselves in a vibrant celebration of the Renaissance era, according to the festival’s organizers. The Louisiana Renaissance Festival kicked off Nov. 7 and continues each weekend through Dec. 13 on...

Hammond, LA · 3d

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Ordinance (and agreement) to facilitate BJ’s Wholesale in Gonzales introduced

For a second time an ordinance to create Veterans Blvd Economic Development District was introduced by Gonzales’ City Council. The first one was rejected on October 12 by a 3-1 vote (one council member was absent) as Councilwoman Terri Lambert argued that the requisite Cooperative Endeavor Agreement (CEA) should have been introduced first (even though the drafting attorney explained that it was being done in the customary manner). Butler Snow’s Adam Parker was back last night, this time with the CEA alongside the ordinance.

Gonzales, LA · 2d

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Hammond DDD Seeks 3 Board Nominations

HAMMOND, La. — The Hammond Downtown Development District (DDD) is accepting nominations for three seats on its board of directors. Nominations are due by 5 p.m. Nov. 30. The seven-member board helps guide district initiatives supporting more than 250 locally owned businesses, including commercial development, infrastructure improvements, marketing and community events.

Hammond, LA · 1d

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Miller cites economic development during Kiwanis address

Tangipahoa Parish is experiencing an uptick in economic development activity, with a possible 400 new jobs poised to come to the area in the future, according to President Robby Miller. Addressing the Hammond Kiwanis Club this past Tuesday, Miller spoke on a number of topics, from economic development to using...

Tangipahoa Parish, LA · 3d

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West Feliciana Winner Can't Vote in the District He Just Won

West Feliciana Registrar of Voters Office — Voter Records Correction Office. Elijah Lewis knocked on more than 700 doors across West Feliciana Parish this fall to win a school board seat representing District 7. Now he's not even sure he's legally registered to vote there, let alone serve there, after a mapping error tangled his registration with hundreds of his neighbors.

West Feliciana Parish, LA · 3d

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Subcontractors sue LA contractors board member and son alleging unpaid construction work

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A member of the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors and his son are facing two lawsuits from subcontractors who say they are owed money for construction work. One subcontractor claims he is owed nearly $350,000. Harvey Honore Jr., a gubernatorial appointee, sits on the...

Louisiana · 2d

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Intro of Economic Development District for BJ’s on tonight’s council agenda

On October 12 Gonzales City Council rejected an ordinance to create “Veterans Boulevard Economic Development District,” the first step toward welcoming BJ’s Wholesale Club to the Jambalaya Capital of the World. Terri Lambert, Cynthia Gray James and Tyler Turner voted “NO” with only Councliman Eddie Williams in support (Kirk Boudreaux was a no-show). This evening a new version of the ordinance is set to be introduced, this one accompanied by a draft of the agreement necessary to bring the retailer to the city.

Gonzales, LA · 3d

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Black and Democratic: Historic results from Baton Rouge school board elections

Tuesday’s blue wave has shifted both the racial and partisan balance on the East Baton Rouge Parish School Board. A new nine-member board will take office in January with a majority of Black elected representatives for the first time in its history, as well as a rare Democratic majority.

Baton Rouge, LA · 3d

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Community volunteers bring new life to one of Baton Rouge's oldest public gathering places

BATON ROUGE — A historic downtown intersection with roots dating back more than 200 years is getting a new chapter. The Downtown Development District will host an unveiling ceremony on Friday, Nov. 20, at 10:30 a.m. at Gras-Devall Plaza, located at the intersection of Main and North Fourth streets in Downtown Baton Rouge. The event is open to the public.

Baton Rouge, LA · 2d

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Iberville Parish 4-H writing project honors, thanks veterans

(11/10/26) Plaquemine, La. — In our digital age of texts and emails, there’s something endearing about the tactile nature of rough construction paper, markers, scissors and the good, old-fashioned handiwork that go into creating a homemade note or card simply to say, “thank you.”. For Veterans Day,...

Iberville Parish, LA · 2d

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BREC seeks $22.4M in funding to build indoor pool, recreation center at Brooks Park

BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — The Recreation and Park Commission for the Parish of East Baton Rouge (BREC) is seeking $22.4 million in state funding to build a new recreation and aquatic center at Brooks Park in South Baton Rouge. The project would replace the current dated pool...

Baton Rouge, LA · 3d

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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 · 3d

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2 Your Town Plaquemine: Historic Depot undergoing million-dollar renovations

PLAQUEMINE - Renovations are underway at the Plaquemine Depot as the historic building prepares to add space for local vendors and an information center. More than $1 million in renovations are happening, and the previous city administration began the work. Mayor John Barker says the original plan called for a...

Plaquemine, LA · 3d

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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 · 4d