Right after the storm the church helped people get food, water, and generators, but now they’ve turned to raising money to buy campers for people to stay in while they rebuild
Alliant Insurance Services has launched a bold diversity initiative focused on accelerating the growth of Black professionals in the insurance industry.
LSU Reilly Center for Media and Public Relations will be holding a Zoom roundtable discussion regarding support victims and survivors of domestic violence will discuss the role of media and technology as a tool in pandemic and non-pandemic times on Wednesday, Oct. 13 at 1:30 p.m.
Without access to affordable healthy foods, a nutritious diet and good health are out of reach for many in our community. As a result, poor diet-related diseases like diabetes and obesity are on the rise among children.
A popular Baton Rouge based attraction has landed itself in one of the top spots when it comes to being rated as one of the spookiest experiences in the country.
Co-founder of the Yes-We-Cannibal organization, Matt Keel, say the non-profit aims to bring awareness to some of the city’s local artists and musicians
Baton Rouge native and Head Coach of Southern University and the Southern University Laboratory School esports team is hoping to bring home another big win, but this one has a much greater payoff.
The annual Ryan’s Run returned to downtown Baton Rouge. Sickle Cell Awareness Month is about remembering the loved ones lost and honoring those still fighting the disease.
A community in St. Francisville is in shock after a suspected murder-suicide and a third person is recovering after getting caught in the middle of that deadly shooting
The Brighter Future Program is an initiative that was started to bridge the barrier of access and income to optical health and wellness. We are providing free eye examinations & glasses (if needed).
The Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge produces this annual event in conjunction with the City of Baton Rouge/Parish of East Baton Rouge and multiple community partners with events, performances, exhibitions, and concerts by local artists, museums, and organizations.
Due to the aftermath of Hurricane Ida, the East Baton Rouge Council on Aging (EBRCOA) will close all Senior Centers and offices until after Labor Day Tuesday, Sept. 7, except for the Hot Meal Drive Thru Distribution sites.
The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services will continue issuing Summer P-EBT benefits as schools submit their student’s eligibility information.
The Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra has updated it’s COVID-19 protocols with the recent surge of cases across the state. Beginning September 1 the following policies will go into effect.
Around the mid 1930′s there was an increase in the African American middle class, creating opportunity for more traveling. But with Jim Crow laws and segregation still in place, traveling sometimes could dangerous.
According to a statement released by the Mayor’s Office Thursday, East Baton Rouge Parish and the City of Baton Rouge will join major cities across the country that have already issued a proclamation declaring August as Black Philanthropy Month.
The Angola Prison Fall Rodeo has been canceled due to the ongoing surge of COVID-19 cases across the state and out of an abundance of caution and for the health and safety of staff and prisoners.
Grambling State University has announced its drum majors for the World Famed Tiger Marching Band, and one of them is only the second woman to fill the role in the last 70 years.
In Pointe Coupee Parish, folks say False River is known as their jewel, and a lot of people want to protect it making sure everyone on the river is staying safe.
