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Baton Rouge just became the first Louisiana city with Amazon drone delivery, and it signals something bigger than fast packages. The state is becoming a technology leader by welcoming innovation that could transform everyday life.
A youth baton twirling team from Parkersburg just defended their national championship title, and every single routine they performed earned a national placement. These young athletes are proving that dedication and teamwork can take you to the top, twice.
Mayor Sid Edwards is rallying volunteers for a cleanup day that kicks off a bold 100-day plan to transform North Baton Rouge. The June 20 event focuses on seven streets that deserve investment and care.
Dozens of volunteers gathered on Government Street in Baton Rouge to plant native wildflowers and transform a neglected median into a vibrant community space. It's the first phase of a project that could reshape miles of the city's commercial corridor.
Baton Rouge nonprofits just received a major boost thanks to employees who chose to give back. Cox Charities distributed $38,000 in grants to eight local organizations making a difference in their community.
Ochsner Baton Rouge brought together cancer survivors and their families for a joyful community celebration honoring strength, hope, and medical progress. The free event on National Cancer Survivors' Day connected attendees with resources while celebrating life.
Nearly 40 dedicated volunteers received recognition for their work supporting students across East Baton Rouge Parish public schools. The nonprofit Volunteers in Public Schools celebrated these everyday heroes at its annual Apple Awards ceremony.
Four young women from Ascension Parish schools brought home first-place trophies from the Greater Baton Rouge Championship, proving that dedication and grit pay off on the mat. These athletes represented their communities with pride and skill.
LSU, Southern University, and Baton Rouge Community College gathered for their annual MLK Unity Celebration, honoring Dr. King's vision through student awards and a powerful commitment to working together. The rotating event brought together leaders and students who pledged to continue building bridges across their campuses.
After nearly 30 years of development work, Scotlandville will finally get its first full grocery store in fall 2027, ending the North Baton Rouge community's status as a food desert. The $50 million project will create 250 jobs and bring essential services directly to families and Southern University students who've struggled to access fresh food.
Jacob Savoie lost his memory to a rare brain disease during his LSU senior year, but nearly two decades later, he's sharing his survival story through a documentary that celebrates resilience and Louisiana's beauty. "My Missing Mind" screens in Baton Rouge this week as a tribute to healing and hope.
The University of Tennessee men's track team just ended a 41-year wait, capturing their first 4x100-meter relay national championship since 1983. In a chaotic race where four teams dropped the baton, the Volunteers ran a flawless 37.98 seconds to reclaim their place in sprinting history.
A boy named Caleb twirled onto his school talent show stage in an inflatable unicorn costume and delivered a flawless piano cover of "Pink Pony Club." The performance earned 14 million views and reminded everyone that confidence grows when we're brave enough to be ourselves.
Female riders from over 50 countries are passing a virtual baton around the world to demand better safety gear and boost visibility in motorcycling. What started after one woman's life-threatening accident is now connecting thousands of riders and making history at the Isle of Man TT race.
NASA's Hubble Space Telescope photographed a gorgeous spiral galaxy twirling toward the center of a massive cluster 60 million light-years away. The image reveals a cosmic dance that's been unfolding for millions of years.
The University of Arkansas men's track and field team claimed their first NCAA outdoor championship since 2003, capping off a historic sweep under first-year coach Doug Case. After a rocky start with a dropped baton in the opening relay, the Razorbacks fought back to score 56 points and outlast powerhouse programs Georgia, Tennessee, and LSU.
Jay Grymes, Louisiana's state climatologist, declared himself cancer-free and shared how fellow patients' stories gave him perspective to fight through treatment. His message at a survivor celebration: he's not just surviving, he's winning.
Eleven Japanese companies just launched a groundbreaking logistics consortium that could solve a crisis threatening to leave 940 million tons of goods undelivered by 2030. Their solution puts drivers' wellbeing first while saving the planet.
A Houston man took a bus 275 miles to Louisiana after learning his dog, missing for over a year, had been found. One tiny microchip made their reunion possible.
Four Tennessee runners shattered their school record to claim the NCAA championship in the 4x100-meter relay, defeating heavily favored teams in a stunning upset. The Volunteers crossed the finish line in 37.98 seconds, beating LSU and Ohio State while favorites Auburn and Arkansas both stumbled on handoffs.
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