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Mayor's Office Hosts Summer of Hope Workshops on Writing Proposals
BATON ROUGE, La. — Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome's Office is proactively engaging the community in addressing the recent surge in...
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Baton Rouge's Easter Gospel Explosion: A Perfect Harmony of Generations
Baton Rouge, Louisiana — On Saturday, March 23rd, 2024, the heart of Baton Rouge swelled with the harmonious blend of faith, music, and...
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Mayor Broome Announces $1 Million in Funding for two Youth Centers in Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, LA — Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome announced more than $1 million of grant awards for developing two community spaces...
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North Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce Invites Community to CORE 20th Anniversary Banquet & Special Awards Night
BATON ROUGE, La. — The North Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with community partners, extends a cordial invitation to...
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Baton Rouge's Easter Gospel Explosion: Join Rep. C. Denise Marcelle on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024!
Baton Rouge — Residents of Baton Rouge are eagerly anticipating the upcoming Easter Gospel Explosion, a vibrant celebration set to take...
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Middleburg Institute to Host Grassroots Silver Soiree and ViewPoint Policy Simulation
BATON ROUGE, LA — The Middleburg Institute announces its Grassroots Silver Soiree and ViewPoint Policy Simulation, an event dedicated to...
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BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo Reclaims Prestigious Accreditation
BATON ROUGE, La. - BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo has reclaimed its prestigious accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA),...
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Council Member Proposes Legislation to Prevent Placement of Mental Hospitals Near Schools
BATON ROUGE, La. — Council member Darryl Hurst is taking action to block the establishment of mental hospitals near schools in Baton...
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Empowerment Unleashed: A Celebration Of Women Takes Center Stage
Baton Rouge, La. — Get ready to be inspired, uplifted, and empowered as A Celebration of Women descends upon Baton Rouge, Louisiana....
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Baton Rouge's MyBR App Honored by Bloomberg for Advancing Open Government
BATON ROUGE, La. — Baton Rouge's cutting-edge MyBR app, designed to streamline resident services and promote open government, has earned...
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Baton Rouge Food Bank Struggles Amid Rising Demand and Inflation
BATON ROUGE, La. — The Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank is facing a pressing challenge as supplies dwindle amidst surging demand...
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Mayor Broome Approves $7 Million HUD Grant Agreement
Baton Rouge, LA – Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome approved a $7.6 million grant agreement with the U.S. Department of Housing and...
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Transportation Chief Steps Down Following Bus Crisis in East Baton Rouge Parish Schools
BATON ROUGE — After seven months fraught with challenges, Kelvin Ridgley, head of transportation for East Baton Rouge Parish schools,...
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Bishop Eugene Harris Celebrates 89th Birthday with Community
Baton Rouge, LA – On Sunday, March 17, 2024, Bishop Eugene Harris, a pillar of the community, will celebrate his 89th birthday with a...
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Early Voting Begins for Louisiana Presidential Primary Election
Early voting for the presidential primary election commences on March 9, offering voters the opportunity to cast their ballots ahead of...
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Nicholson Drive Poised to Transform Baton Rouge into Entertainment Hub
BATON ROUGE — In a bid to elevate Baton Rouge into a bustling entertainment hub, plans are underway to revamp a section of Nicholson...
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Senator Regina Barrow and Darryl Gissel Named Co-Chairs for Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome's 2024 Re-election Campaign
Baton Rouge, La. – Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome is pleased to announce that Senator Regina Barrow and Darryl Gissel have been...
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Southern University Marks Founders’ Month with Diverse Lineup of Events
Baton Rouge, La. — Southern University, a historic institution in Louisiana, is set to commemorate its 144th anniversary throughout the...
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BREC Summer Camp Enrollment Opens with Array of Options
BATON ROUGE - Registration for BREC's highly anticipated summer camps commenced this past Saturday, offering an array of engaging...
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'Give Kids a Smile' Program Provides EBR Students with Free Dental Cleanings
BATON ROUGE, La. - Capitol Elementary and Park Medical Academy students are being schooled in a new subject: oral health. Cheree Duvick,...
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