Casino Night fundraiser to benefit veterans
BATON ROUGE — A disabled veteran and founder of a non-profit organization is hosting a fundraiser dinner for veterans. Bad Habitz Organization is hosting a casino night out fundraiser on…
Non profit aims to provide useful skills for kids in the area
BATON ROUGE– Dana Hayes, a Port Allen native and Baton Rouge-based entrepreneur has been a hair stylist for over 30 years. She is passing that knowledge down to young kids…
Haunted houses aiming to make terminal 12-year-old’s wish come true
DENHAM SPRINGS– A 12-year-old from Denham Springs with a severe condition recently expressed his wish to visit a haunted house, and several companies are working to make that wish come…
Man accused of driving car into home in an attempt to kill woman
PRAIRIEVILLE — Ascension Parish deputies arrested a man accused of driving a truck into a woman’s home in an attempt to kill her, according to the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office.…
St. Helena Band prepares for trip to France
GREENSBURG — The St. Helena College & Career Academy Marching Band has performed at many well-known events nationwide. Now, the band is preparing to take its talents across the Atlantic…
Harsh summer closes Christmas tree farm for 2023 season
The summer’s extreme heat and drought forced a Christmas tree farm in Kentwood to close for the holiday season. Still, industry leaders are confident other Louisiana farms will provide the…
Local group keeping community hydrated during summer heat
BATON ROUGE — A group of community organizers is donating their time and efforts to keep Baton Rouge hydrated. Hydrate Baton Rouge is a community-based initiative to provide water and…
Fallen DSPD officer’s son presented with donated patches from across the country
DENHAM SPRINGS—Denham Springs Deputy Marshal Raymond Lee says they presented several gifts after receiving numerous donations for Corporal Shawn Kelly’s family. Cpl. Kelly, a Denham Springs Police officer, was shot…
Loved ones honor those lost to addiction on International Overdose Awareness Day
Since 2001, Aug. 31 has been recognized internationally as a day to bring awareness to overdose deaths and honor those who fell victim to it. International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD)…
Terminal 12-year-old wishes to see a haunted house
DENHAM SPRINGS — A goal for many parents is to help make many of their children’s wishes or desires come true. Sherry Larson is attempting to do just that, but…
Teammate diagnosed with cancer means entire teams shaved their heads in support
FRENCH SETTLEMENT — Tight-knit communities come together in times of need to show love and support. French Settlement High School freshman Remy Cramer was recently diagnosed with Ewing Sarcoma and…
SADD seeking 55+ for free lunch event to educate against drugs & misused prescriptions
“We are excited to have an opportunity to give back to a generation that has given so much” ~SADD’s Executive Director DENHAM SPRINGS — The non-profit group SADD, Students Against…
Fallen DSPD Officer Shawn Kelly’s son escorted to 1st day of kindergarten
DENHAM SPRINGS — Denham Springs Police Chief Rodney Walker said when Cpl. Shawn Kelly died in June, Kelly’s son and family became part of a much larger family. One example…
Ascension Parish family raising money to provide service dog for their Autistic son
ST. AMANT – Cortnie and Chris Leodler exemplify the profound significance of family bonds. Their family expanded during the challenging times of the Covid-19 pandemic with the arrival of their…
From troubled past to community leader: Baton Rouge barber’s inspirational journey
BATON ROUGE —- Shawn White is now a barber, choosing to turn around his troubled past into a new beginning. As the summer is drawing to a close, parents are…
UPDATE: AP Little League advances to region championship
The Ascension Parish Little League 12U team dug itself out of a five-run hole in the final half inning to advance to the Little League Baseball Southwest Region Championship. Ascension…
Gonzales All Stars hope to stay alive in 4 p.m. game
GONZALES — The Gonzales All Stars 12U is continuing its quest for the Dixie Youth Baseball Majors World Series Championship Monday in Ruston. WATCH NOW as team leaves Ascension Parish…
Send-off for Gonzales All Stars set for noon
GONZALES — There will be a send-off for the Gonzales All Stars 12U team leaving to compete in the Dixie Youth Baseball Majors World Series in Ruston. The sendoff is…
Baton Rouge native, former Catholic High standout, living his dream after being drafted by Yankees
BATON ROUGE — A Baton Rouge native and former Catholic High baseball and basketball player will continue his baseball career with the winningest franchise in Major League Baseball — the…
3-year-old cancer survivor raises over $2k for St. Jude
A 3-year-old cancer survivor is giving back to the hospital that put her on the road to recovery — St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Madison Hussein participated in the Lemonade…
Livingston 11-year-old finishes 2nd in Junior Motocross World Championship
LIVINGSTON — Local sixth-grader, Easton Graves, represented the USA at the highest level with his second-place finish in the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme Junior Motocross World Championship in Romania earlier…
Father launches foundation to honor Maggie Dunn’s life
Sometimes, even amid unspeakable tragedy, ideas are birthed to honor the lives of those no longer with us. Randall Dunn is on a mission to honor his daughter while helping…
Given just two weeks to live, Prairieville woman enjoying “blessings” one year later
PRAIRIEVILLE — Julie Bourque stands as a symbol of unwavering hope. A year ago, doctors delivered a grave prognosis, giving her a mere two weeks to live as her chronic…
Livingston SADD teaches kids against making destructive decisions
DENHAM SPRINGS— The Livingston Parish chapter of an organization recognized as one of the country’s premier youth health and safety organizations, had a tremendous turnout at their annual free camp.…
‘Treated like royalty’ | Livingston Parish cancer survivor meets music superstar Luke Combs
MAUREPAS — From cancer survivor to Rockstar, 8-year-old Beckham Carpenter checked off one of his top bucket list goals when he met his country music idol, Luke Combs, during a…
Local athletes overcome disabilities to thrive at Endeavor Games
BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rouge Rehab Hospital is not just a place of healing and recovery, it is also a beacon of hope and empowerment for individuals who have…
Children’s Advocacy Center works to put kids on path of healing
BATON ROUGE — Many children experience childhood trauma and adverse experiences at some point. The Baton Rouge Children’s Advocacy Center (BRCAC) is one of the few, if not only, organizations…
Pedaling for a Purpose | Louisiana native riding 5,000 miles to bring awareness about Down Syndrome
BATON ROUGE — With unwavering determination propelling him forward, Chris Sweeney has embarked on an awe-inspiring biking odyssey across the United States. Setting off from New Orleans on March 1,…
LSU Football ranked 2nd best uniform in recent survey
While LSU baseball is prepping for Game 2 for the College World Series National Championship Series, the calendar continues to inch closer to the start of the college football season.…
Memorial set for Pointe Coupee toddler who died of rare condition
VENTRESS — Saturday, June 24th, 2023 was supposed to be a joyous occasion for the Jones family in Pointe Coupee Parish, but instead, the family is mourning a beloved toddler’s…
Gonzales named most dangerous suburb according to study
GONZALES — When you’re looking for a place to move, you may consider many different things before making a decision. Those considerations may include the nature of the nearest schools,…
Local sixth grader to represent USA in junior motocross world championship
LIVINGSTON PARISH — Motocross has meant everything to local athlete Easton Graves for as long as he can remember. Now, the sixth-grader has earned an opportunity to compete in the…
Fleurty Girl set to open first location in Baton Rouge
BATON ROUGE — An online store born out of a single mother’s vision has transformed into a successful chain opening its ninth total retail location — its first in Baton…
Brusly grad lands spot on New Orleans Saints cheer squad
BRUSLY —- Nicholls State University student Robyn Lavigne accomplished a childhood dream of joining the official entertainment team for Louisiana’s pro football franchise. Thanks to her 14 years of dance…
Central Inclusive League ends 1st season
CENTRAL — A baseball league designed around children with exceptionalities began as an idea, but the league wrapped up its inaugural season with an awards ceremony on May 22. The…
Former U-High basketball player now an elite sprinter
BATON ROUGE — A University High graduate recruited to play basketball is blazing another path on the track as one of the fastest sprinters in the country. He also happens…
Despite tragedy, Mallory Gill stayed the course to be Brusly’s 2023 valedictorian
BRUSLY — Roughly five months ago, Mallory Gill and her family’s world was turned upside down. Through the haze of the tragedy that Dec. 31, 2022 brought, they were able…
Central student posts first perfect ACT score in school’s history
CENTRAL — Austin Elliott is only a junior at Central High School, but he’s already done something no other student in the school’s history has done — earn a perfect…
Cajun Country Jam to bring in big names Memorial Day wknd
DENHAM SPRINGS — Tickets are on sale for a Memorial Day weekend event welcoming some of the biggest names in Country music to Denham Springs – Cajun Country Jam. The…
Breeder looking to donate ‘special’ puppy to someone in need
CENTRAL — A Central resident known for breeding and raising Miniature Dachshunds is looking to help provide a form of emotional support to a child who needs it in the…
BR woman on dialysis for nearly 3 years in need of kidney donation
BATON ROUGE — In her 44 years of life, Baton Rouge resident Brandy Dickinson has overcome many obstacles, but she needs help overcoming another — getting a new kidney. Dickinson…
Single mom rocked by cancer diagnosis
BATON ROUGE — Being a single mom is tough enough but for close to a month, one single mom has also had to live with the one word no one…
Nick Tullier’s family donates Nick’s van to TX family
LIVINGSTON — Former East Baton Rouge Sheriff Deputy Nick Tullier’s legacy lives on. On the anniversary of his death, Tullier’s parents donated the van used to help care for the…
Therapy center provides support for children with disabilities and their families
DENHAM SPRINGS — Being different can be amazing and extraordinary and a local non-profit organization embraces that in the services it provides. Launch Therapy Center in Denham Springs serves children with…
Organization aimed at empowering young girls hosting 5K
The LSU women’s basketball and gymnastics teams have accomplished big things this season. A local nonprofit aims at developing the confidence of young girls to help them strive to be…
Benefit fundraiser for former Fordoche mayor set for May 6
FORDOCHE —— A Krotz Springs non-profit organization is holding a benefit fundraiser for a staple of the Pointe Coupee Parish community. Rockin on the River holds an event typically every…
Walker High senior diagnosed with cancer is fighting to accomplish her dreams
WALKER, La. — Rarely, has a Covid diagnosis saved someone’s life, but that could be the case for Walker High School senior Mikayla Weaver. The 17-year-old started complaining of chest…
Local high school orchestra set to perform at famed Carnegie Hall
IBERVILLE PARISH — The MSA West Academy orchestra in Plaquemine is preparing to perform at one of the most historic venues in the world — Carnegie Hall in New York…
Tour spotlighting blue-collar trades makes stop at LOHS
A tour devoted to highlighting the benefits of blue-collar trades across the country made a stop in Livingston Parish in January. WATCH REPORT NOW Live Oak High School was one…
Local 7th grader impresses Shaq, wins cash
The day started as a trip to watch LSU women’s basketball for an Ascension Parish seventh grader, but what he didn’t know was that he would also get a chance…
Nicholls grad earns first Elite series victory
For four years as a pro, Raceland native Tyler Rivet came close but had not secured his first Bassmaster Elite Series victory. After the first tournament of his fifth season,…
Louisiana Cheer Force squad one step away from history
A group of 24 local cheer athletes has a chance to accomplish something no other team in Louisiana has. The Louisiana Cheer Force Fire Level 4 U-16 squad has a…
Teen’s legacy lives on through organ donation
Missy Jewell didn’t have any idea a conversation she had with her 16-year-old son at the Department of Motor Vehicles would help save four people’s lives. Jewell said she talked…
Mambo Mania: Mardi Gras party enters final weekend in Capitol area
BATON ROUGE, La. — After three weeks of parading in and around Baton Rouge, Mardi Gras wraps up this weekend with some of the biggest parades in the Capitol area.…
Volunteer coach leads team to first-ever state championship
Very few programs can go from one win to the playoffs in one year. The Christian Academy of Louisiana in Addis (CAL) took it several steps further by going from…
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