A retreat would do Republicans good
When I attended Catholic High in the '60s, the senior class each spring loaded onto buses and went off to a three-day retreat at Manresa House, which still operates today in its antebellum setting on River Road in St. James Parish. There we observed...
DATE: June 18, 2013 | CATEGORY: Daily Report
Cool Animal Activities for Hot Summer Nights
At BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo, the heat of the day can sometimes look like the still of the night. During the summer, many animals conserve their energy by sleeping when the temperatures soar. So, the staff has two programs designed to let the public...
DATE: June 17, 2013 | CATEGORY: Unleashed
'Business Report': Father knows best
In honor of Father's Day, Business Report recently asked five Baton Rouge businesspeople to discuss the most valuable lessons they've learned from working alongside their fathers. Their responses reflect a mix of practical advice for the...
DATE: June 14, 2013 | CATEGORY: Daily Report
'225 Dine': Summer buzz
With the heat upon us, now is the perfect time to take a look at the best summer beers. Thanks to a team of many, including the staff of 225 and Business Report as well as Brenton Day—aka
DATE: June 14, 2013 | CATEGORY: Daily Report
From 'Spatula Diaries': Back to the farmers market
Suddenly—and blessedly—I have more time to cook. The kids are out of school, there is no homework at night and we’re not running frantically to afternoon activities. My professional schedule hasn’t slowed down, but I find...
DATE: June 13, 2013 | CATEGORY: (Dine) Du Jour
News roundup: Local small business gets EPA research grant … Rate on 30-year mortgage edges up toward 4% … New Pennington director to present diabetes findings in Spain
Big on small: Baton Rouge-based Provident Photonics Inc. is one of just 25 small businesses across the United States awarded a share of more than $2 million in grants to develop new environmental technologies that will help protect...
DATE: June 13, 2013 | CATEGORY: Daily Report
A Message From LSU Interim President and Chancellor William L. Jenkins
Dear Colleagues,The 2013 Legislative Session has ended, and my career at LSU is winding down, so it is fitting that I deliver a final message on the occasion of both events.
DATE: June 13, 2013 | CATEGORY: Daily Report
Back to the farmers market
Suddenly—and blessedly—I have more time to cook. The kids are out of school, there is no homework at night and we're not running frantically to afternoon activities. My professional schedule hasn't slowed down, but I find myself with...
DATE: June 13, 2013 | CATEGORY: Spatula Diaries
Elvis lives, and he's from Baton Rouge
Jay Dupuis has always been a fan of Elvis Presley. But it wasn't until four years ago that he started professionally impersonating the legendary singer.
DATE: June 13, 2013 | CATEGORY: What's the Big Picture
Heads up: Mark your calendars for Hot Off the Press
Celebrate the winners of the 2013 Best of 225 awards Wednesday, June 26 at Baton Rouge's newest bar, The Pelican House (
DATE: June 13, 2013 | CATEGORY: (Dine) Calendar
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