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Apr 02 2026OPINION

City Park Golf Course: A Baton Rouge staple worth keeping

Baton Rouge has long been known for its community spaces that bring people together, and City Park Golf Course stands out as one of them. This course isn’t just about golf—it’s where many locals learned the game, practiced their swings, or enjoyed a quick nine holes after work. But as cities grow an

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Mar 17 2026ENVIRONMENT

Cold nights ahead: Baton Rouge steps up to help

Baton Rouge is getting ready for another stretch of chilly nights, with temperatures predicted to dip into the upper 30s. To keep people safe from the cold, a local shelter will open its doors this Monday and Tuesday evenings. The St. Vincent de Paul shelter, found at 1623 Convention St, will provid

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Mar 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

Alpha Rocket’s Successful Test: A New Step Toward Bigger, Better Flights

Firefly Aerospace’s newest rocket launch proved that the company is ready for a major upgrade. The Alpha flight lifted off from Vandenberg’s Space Launch Complex 2 on March 11, reaching orbit and dropping a test satellite for Lockheed Martin. The mission also tested the rocket’s second‑stage engine

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Feb 27 2026TECHNOLOGY

Firestone’s New Green Race Tires Hit the Track

Firestone Racing is launching a new line of race tires that mix high performance with green technology for the 2026 IndyCar season. The new Firehawk tires will first appear at the St. Petersburg Grand Prix, and they will power both the top‑tier NTT IndyCar Series and the developmental INDY NXT se

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Jan 16 2026RELIGION

Baton Rouge Faith Events: Celebrations and Inspiration Ahead

Baton Rouge is buzzing with faith-based events in the coming weeks. First up, St. James Baptist Church is throwing a big party. They're celebrating their pastor, Rev. J. L. Franklin, and his wife, Lisa, on February 1st. The service kicks off at 8 a. m. , and everyone's invited. After the service, th

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Jan 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

New Firestone Tire Brings Racing Thrills to the Road

Firestone has rolled out a new tire called the Firehawk Indy 500 V2. It's designed to bring the excitement of racing to everyday driving. This tire is part of Firestone's 125th-anniversary celebration. It's made to give sports cars an extra boost of performance and style. The Firehawk Indy 500 V2 h

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Jan 13 2026HEALTH

Fireworks Fun Gone Wrong: What's Really Happening?

Fireworks light up the sky during holidays, but they're also lighting up emergency rooms. Injuries from fireworks have been on the rise in the U. S. since 2012. A recent study looked at firework-related injuries from 2016 to 2021. It found that most injuries happen around New Year's and Independence

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Dec 19 2025HEALTH

Firefighters' Gear: A Hidden Health Risk?

Firefighters put their lives on the line to protect others, but their protective gear might be putting their health at risk. Recent research has uncovered that some firefighter turnout gear contains chemicals linked to cancer and hormone problems. The study focused on brominated flame retardants, w

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Nov 29 2025RELIGION

Faith and Fellowship: Baton Rouge's Upcoming Religious Events

Baton Rouge is buzzing with religious events this December. The Berean Seventh-day Adventist Church is kicking things off with their annual Religious Liberty Day on December 6th. This gathering is all about championing religious freedom, human rights, and community involvement. The church's Public A

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Nov 07 2025RELIGION

Community Spirit Shines Bright in Baton Rouge

Baton Rouge is buzzing with community spirit and faith-based events. Let's dive in. First up, a big thank you to Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church. They're teaming up with some local health groups and the food bank to give away Thanksgiving meal kits. This isn't just about food; it's about bringi

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