Carmen Poe
Multimedia Journalist
Jackson, Miss.
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Carmen Farrish Poe is a reporter for WLBT in Jackson, Miss.
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MEMA is opening seven disaster registration centers so you can apply for help.
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A recent study by The Center for Research on Education Outcomes at Stanford University, ‘Estimates of Learning Loss in the 2019-2020 School Year’ researches the learning loss for the 2019-2020 school year.
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What you need to know for the 2021 tax-filing season.
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The new two-story, 80,000-square-foot Denham Springs Elementary school is beginning to take on a remarkable appearance for those residents and passersby who travel near the corner of Centerville Street and Range Avenue.
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EMS Explorer Post 912, sponsored by The Department of Emergency Medical Services, is a division of the BSA Learning for Life Program. Applications are accepted once a year, and new members ages 14 to 20 are trained and tested as a group
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Another cold day in South Louisiana. For the homeless, this can be a challenging time. St. Vincent de Paul is a resource for the homeless community.
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Medical leaders of CareSouth in Baton Rouge say their phones have been ringing nonstop.
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January is National Mentoring Month, and this year Big Buddy Program is celebrating the annual campaign aimed at expanding quality mentoring opportunities to connect more of our community’s young people with caring adults by honoring Mentors in our community
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If you are next in line to get the COVID-19 vaccine or maybe have already received it; you might be asking yourself, are the side effects harmful? Or when should you contact a doctor?
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The Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns that scammers are taking advantage of the news of Congress passing a COVID-19 relief bill that includes another round of stimulus checks for most Americans.
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The 6,700 square foot space has 10 rooms with 11 beds.
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225 GIVES is a 24-hour online giving day dedicated to area non-profits.
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Ice Skating on the River returns for the 30th year. Families are encouraged to buy tickets early as space is limited due to the pandemic.
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Thanksgiving will look different this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but St. Vincent de Paul will still serve up turkey with all the trimmings.
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Leaders across the state are keeping a close eye on what happens in the days after college communities send students back home.
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If you plan on hosting a Thanksgiving dinner for family or friends, health experts suggest you keep the invites to a minimum.
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LuLaroe will donate and deliver 5,000 pieces of clothing to domestic violence shelters throughout Louisiana.
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Restaurant Week Baton Rouge continues through Nov. 14.
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Now that registration is over with, we want to help you understand what you are voting for, or against, when you cast your votes.
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The American Heart Association provides tips on how to manage stress during this election cycle.
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Cardio at the Pavilion’ has been a hit with children and adults of all ages.
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Americans are getting scam calls phishing for their Medicare numbers and other personal information.
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Not completing the FAFSA could mean students miss out on free money.
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Middle and high school students in East Baton Rouge Parish School System can return to campus for in-person instruction.
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Know where your family can safely evacuate, whether that be a family or friend’s house, and if you can bring pets.
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The Bridge Center for Hope aims to provide mental health services to individuals facing a crisis or addiction.
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Magnet programs encourage creativity and focus topics like STEM, video production and performance art.
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Experts say knowing the risks associated with cancers is vital.
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Representatives of the Capital Area Transit System (CATS) of East Baton Rouge Parish will hand out voter registration forms to the community on Wednesday, September 30th and Thursday, October 1st.
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We are right in the middle of Voter Registration Week in East Baton Rouge Parish.
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Better Business Bureau of South Central Louisiana hosts 13th annual free Shred Fest
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Experts say evacuation is a risk for COVID transmission. However, families must leave their homes due to Hurricane Sally. Safety precautions must be followed.
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Dr. Joseph Grizzaffi, a child adolescent psychiatrist at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, wants to make sure parents are able to recognize anxiety in children as we go through so many changes this year.
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A federal court judge will hear the final arguments at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9 that challenge Louisiana Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin’s proposed emergency election plan for the state’s Nov. 3 and Dec. 5 elections.
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Organizers with the LifeShare Blood Center say there is an emergency need for blood across the Baton Rouge area as the center is unable to support the need of local hospitals.
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According to the National Fire Protection Association, charcoal grills account for 1,300 residential fires a year.
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Ascension Parish leaders and Volunteer Ascension will be collecting donations at the Lamar Dixon Expo Center until Friday, Sept 4 for families recovering from Hurricane Laura.
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Federal funding is available to some families and businesses impacted by Hurricane Laura.
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Entergy is preparing for the potential impact Hurricane Laura could have on the state.
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A heavy police presence is currently in the 600 block of Sharp Lane investigating.
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Police are investigating a deadly stabbing that happened Wednesday morning in Zachary.
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The secretary of state's emergency election plan has to be considered by a House committee and the governor.
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Leaders of Baton Rouge Community College have been working for months to ensure students feel comfortable when they come to campus Aug. 17.
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Students return to class Southern University on Wednesday, August 11.
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Southern University Law Center prepares to reopen.
Students in East Baton Rouge Parish School System begin virtual school Aug. 10.
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It’s the first day of in-class instruction for some students in Livingston Parish.
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