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ExxonMobil, represented by Lana Sonnier Venable, is recognized as an outstanding community partner by Councilwoman Joyce Burges. (PHOTO/Patt Roberson)
Baker receives $30K grant from LGAP
Mayor Harold Rideau told the Baker City Council at its Feb. 26 meeting that a $30,000 grant has been received from the Local Government Assistance Program to renovate the restrooms in city hall. A ...
Mar 11, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 2 2 recommendations | email to a friend
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Casting call for local Bonnie & Clyde mini-series
OPEN CASTING CALL! BE A MOVE EXTRA! A Bonnie and Clyde television mini-series will be shooting in St. Francisville. Caballero Casting, LLC, will hold an open casting call in the St. Francisville To...
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BBQ cook-off at Rockin' n Roasting on the River April 26-27
Come join in a BBQ Cook-Off and fun for the entire family April 26-27 at the 2nd annual Rockin' and Roasting on the River event sponsored by Pointe Coupee Chamber of Commerce. A cash prize of $5,00...
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Comet PanSTARRS
Comet PanSTARRS visible in Baton Rouge sky March 8-21
Utilizing a binocular or small telescope, Comet PanSTARRS will probably be visible in the Baton Rouge sky for the next two weeks. Whether it will be visible with the unaided eye from this location ...
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EBR Master Gardeners ready for annual plant sale
East Baton Rouge Master Gardeners will hold their annual plant sale earlier this year, according to Master Gardener Donna Montgomery. The show will be held on Sat., April 13, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. ...
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EBR Master Gardeners ready for annual plant sale
The show will be held on Sat., April 13, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sun., April 14, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. This will substitute for the widely popular Mother’s Day event held in previous years. “Each...
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Jean Byers, director of the Baker Heritage Museum, discusses salt-water intrusion with civil engineer and contractor, Hays Town. (PHOTO/Patt Roberson)
Salt-water intrusion threatens fresh-water aquifer
Salt-water encroachment into the layers of the aquifer supplying water to East Baton Rouge Parish was discussed by civil engineer and contractor, Hays Town, at a Lunch and Learn meeting Feb. 20 at ...
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Missy Higgins, 2013 Audubon Pilgrimage chairman, with a committee of volunteers including Laura McClendon, Kate Seal, Caroline Alberstadt, Megbe Hughes, Christy Dantin, Ashley Fox-Smith and Genie McClendon. (PHOTO/Submitted)
Audubon Pilgrimage Volunteer Appreciation Party
Missy Higgins, 2013 Audubon Pilgrimage chairman, toasted the Pilgrimage volunteers at a dessert and champagne reception at the home of Peter and Finney Couhig held Feb. 17. Invited to the lovely ev...
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Baker Police Department arrests processed Feb. 16 - 21
Carla Davis, 24, Baton Rouge, bench warrant for failure to appear for theft Wardell Lewis, 54, Baker, domestic abuse battery Brandon Sterling, 23, Baton Rouge, domestic abuse battery and simple rob...
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Capital Area Special Olympics Track & Field Games Feb. 27-28
The Capital Area Management Team will host the Capital area track and field meet for nearly 450 Special Olympics Louisiana athletes on Wednesday, Feb. 27, and Thursday, Feb. 28. Opening Ceremonies ...
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School Board approves Baker High School renovations
Following a Feb. 19 work-session discussion, the Baker School Board met Feb. 21 to approve $4.8 million from reserve funds for renovations and repairs to Baker High School. This is the first major ...
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BRAC to host “Baton Rouge Area: Behind the Scenes”
Event offers newcomers an introduction to the area
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