Baton Rouge
Who to Watch: Myra Richardson
She is a catalyst with a passion for representing and standing with marginalized voices. […]
Month: January 2020
News
Fathers Incorporated partners with the US Census for ‘Black Dads Count’
Fathers Incorporated officially launched Black Dads Count, an awareness campaign to advance a conversation and civic engagement amongst Black Dads and the 2020 U.S. Census on MLK Day, January 20, 2020. Black Dads Count has partnered […]
Baton Rouge
Southern University becomes the first HBCU to produce CBD products
The Southern University Agricultural Research and Extension Center along with its medical marijuana partner, Ilera Holistic Healthcare, has launched its hemp-derived CBD product line, Alafia Healthcare. “This is a historic milestone for the Southern University […]
In the Issue
Walter Daniels sworn in as Amite mayor
Amite politico Walter Daniels returned from a trip to the Secretary of State’s Office in Baton Rouge as the newly-sworn in mayor of his hometown. After being appointed acting mayor on Friday night in a […]
Baton Rouge
Junior League of Baton Rouge accepting applications for community grants through March 27
The Junior League of Baton Rouge is now accepting grant applications for its Community Assistance Fund through Friday, March 27. Each year, the JLBR Community Assistance Fund provides at least $60,000 in grant funding to […]
Drum Roll
Judge Casey-Jones receives Congressional honor
Judge Ree J. Casey-Jones, of Shreveport, recently received the Angels in Adoption Award from the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute in Washington DC. The national award is given based on outstanding work within the child […]
Baton Rouge
Healthy BR, HOPE Ministries to get $900,000 to continue work in North Baton Rouge
HealthyBR will receive a continuing Humana Foundation investment to fight food insecurity and social isolation via the Geaux Get Healthy project
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Baton Rouge
Restore Louisiana Announces Changes to Homeowner Services in Hammond, Lafayette, Monroe areas
Starting Friday, Jan. 31, Restore Louisiana will provide homeowner assistance services on an as-needed basis in the Hammond, Lafayette, and Monroe areas, as the following program locations will permanently close: Tangipahoa Parish Library in Hammond, Lafayette […]
Crime
Professor presents ‘When Law and Injustice Become Bedfellows,’ Feb.3
On Monday, February 3, 2020, Southern University Law Center professor Angela Allen-Bell will give a presentation entitled “When Law & Injustice Become Bedfellows: Justice Becomes the Business of the People” during SUNO’s Charles Frye Memorial […]
Baton Rouge
Legislative Youth Advisory Council now accepting applications from high schoolers
Applicants must be between the ages of fourteen and nineteen and enrolled in a public or private high school, charter school, home school, or GED skills program during the 2020-2021 school year.
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Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge Community College’s Weekend College offers two certificates for working adults
This spring Baton Rouge Community College is set to offer Weekend College, a program that allows for a student to work toward one of two certificate programs – Business Technology or General Studies – by […]
Business
Louisiana leaders meet with White House to discuss Opportunity Zones
The White House hosted mayors, parish presidents, and representatives from economic development organizations across Louisiana on Jan. 23 to discuss ways that Opportunity Zones can continue to benefit citizens of Louisiana. The Opportunity Zone tax […]
Baton Rouge
Drago’s set for February opening will feature nightly entertainment
Tommy Cvitanovich, the owner of Drago’s Seafood Restaurant, has been in the restaurant business almost as long as he’s been alive. “I’m 60 years old and I have a 50-year career in the restaurant business,” […]
Baton Rouge
Meet Mariah Clayton, Miss Louisiana USA 2020
Mariah Clayton, Miss Greater Baton Rouge, was crowned Miss Louisiana USA 2020 on Oct. 19. She will represent Louisiana at the Miss USA 2020 beauty contest this spring. “I love this state. I love our […]
Baton Rouge
Students shine light on Blacks in classical music
Student cellists Cecilia Spencer, of Baton Rouge, and Ethan Clay, of Zachary, were recognized nationally as they shined a light on African Americans competing in the world of classical music. A “No-Labels” broadcast piece produced […]
Baton Rouge
In Memoriam: Former Mayor ProTemp Lorri Burgess, 56
Lorri Ann Burgess, Chief Operating Officer of the Sickle Cell Association of South Louisiana, former Metro Councilwoman, and former Mayor Pro-Tempore and passed away peacefully on January 15, 2020, surrounded by her family, at the age […]
Baton Rouge
Bryan Washington to receive Ernest Gaines Award for Literary Excellence Jan. 30 at Manship Theatre
The 13th annual Ernest J. Gaines Award for Literary Excellence ceremony will be presented by the Baton Rouge Area Foundation at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 30 at the Manship Theatre at the Shaw Center for […]
Baton Rouge
Krewe of Oshun parade brings ‘Wakanda Now’ theme to North Baton Rouge
All businesses are welcome to roll with the Krewe of Oshun. Registration ends January 24. […]
Baton Rouge
Gumbo Run returns to Scotlandville, Feb. 1
Geaux Get Healthy, A Project of Healthy BR Presents The Scotlandville PAC 2nd Annual Gumbo Run
Baton Rouge
Fitness Stroll rescheduled for Feb. 15
Bodystyle Personal Fitness in conjunction with Mayor Sharon Weston Broome is hosting a free, community-wide “Fitness Stroll” to help residents jumpstart a healthier lifestyle in the New Year. The stroll will be held on Saturday Feb. 15, in the North […]
Baton Rouge
‘THE AMERICAN AUDIT’ exposes America as a 400-year old business and its toll on Black humanity
Exploring the nation as a business, Donney Rose brings a riveting spoken word project that chronicles the toll of the Black Experience from 1919 to today. The Baton Rouge performance of ‘The American Audit’ will be Feb. 28 at the Manship Theatre. […]
Business
Dallas Examiner publisher Mollie Belt to receive Lifetime Achievement Award
A tragedy initially brought Mollie Belt into the world of newspaper publishing. Now, 34 years after the tragic murder of her parents – Dallas Examiner publisher and civil rights leader Fred Finch, Jr., and Mildred […]
Baton Rouge
12 elected to state NAACP leadership; two take on new roles
The Louisiana State Conference of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People has elected state-wide leaders. On Saturday, Jan. 11, Judge John Michael Guidry swore in the new leadership during a ceremony at […]
Entertainment
N.O Mayor issues statement on the Death of 5th Ward Weebie
New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell issued the following statement on the death of New Orleans producer and rapper 5th Ward Weebie: “It broke my heart to learn that Jerome Cosey — our 5th Ward Weebie […]
Baton Rouge
AG Jeff Landry submits qualifying papers for Trump files for reelection in Louisiana
Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry submitted the qualifying paperwork for President Trump’s reelection campaign. Last time President Trump appeared on the ballot in Louisiana, he received more than 1.1 million votes. “People across Louisiana are […]
Education
LAE responds to Superintendent of Education John White’s resignation
Louisiana Association of Educators president Tia Mills,Ph.D. issued the following response to Superintendent of Education John White’s resignation from the Louisiana Department of Education: While LAE members wish Mr. White the best in his future […]
Baton Rouge
Registration opens for first Underground Railroad to Justice Summit
Grassroots activists will gather on Feb. 7 for the Disrupting the Injustice Narrative: The Inaugural Underground Railroad to Justice Summit at Southern University Law Center for a daylong training open to the public. Activists will […]
Education
SU Human Jukebox announces new La. license plate
Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles has launched the sale of Southern University “Human Jukebox” Supporter license plates. Visit OMV for more information on purchasing the new plate.
Baton Rouge
100 Black Women invite youth to BR Grow Girls mentoring program
The Metropolitan Baton Rouge Chapter of 100 Black Women Inc will kick off their second annual BR Grow Girls mentoring initiative on Saturday, Jan. 25 at the Louisiana Leadership Institute. The program, which serviced more […]
Baton Rouge
7th Annual Baton Rouge Mardi Gras Festival slated for Feb. 22
The 7th Annual Baton Rouge Mardi Gras Festival will be held Saturday, February 22 from 10am to 7pm at North Boulevard Town Square. The event features live music, a Vendor’s Village and Food Court. It’s family-friendly […]
Art
Rodneyna M. Hart named Grand Marshal of the 2020 Mid City Gras Parade
During a brief ceremony on Jan. 6, Rodneyna Hart was named the Mid City Gras Parade grand marshal presented with a scepter and crown from Front Yard Bikes, . She has been instrumental in the development of […]
Baton Rouge
4-day MLK Fest enters its 6th year Jan. 17-21
Planning meetings for the event have been held monthly at Delmont Gardens Branch Library from 3 – 5 PM with two remaining opportunities for the community to engage in workshops on January 8th and January 15th. […]
Education
Melanin Origins offers Black History curriculum
The founders of Melanin Origins, a children’s book company that publishes biographies about African-American leaders, are offering their English-Language Arts Black History Curriculum for 99-cents through February 29, 2020. Since 2016, Melanin Origins has provided […]
Buy the Book
9-year-old girls’ deaths by suicide spark latest thriller ‘Failure to Protect’
When the classroom is no longer a safe space for her child, a grieving mother is determined to seek justice for her bullied daughter. Enter hard-charging attorneys Angela Evans and Jenny Ungerman. From the start, the two lawyers face more than an uphill battle. […]