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  • BRAC touts economic success tied Government Street road diet Play Video

    October 4, 2023 5:13 PM

    BATON ROUGE - A group of Baton Rouge business leaders says the Government Street corridor has seen positive economic change since it underwent a facelift via a joint effort between DOTD and the city-parish. According to the Baton Rouge Area Chamber's findings, tax revenues are up and traffic incidents... more »
  • BREC touts openings in Fall Break camps

    November 19, 2022 1:55 PM

    BATON ROUGE - It's not too late. The parks and recreation department in East Baton Rouge Parish wants families to know that they can still register children for next week's Fall Break camps. Programs include multi-day sessions focused on basketball, tennis, nature, horseback riding, space exploration and more. ... more »
  • Neighbor to BREC park finds critters, requests more cleanup Play Video

    April 1, 2022 3:51 PM

    BATON ROUGE - A man contacted 2 On Your Side after unwanted rodents have found their way into his backyard. He says if the BREC park behind his house would maintain their property better, those rodents might not be infiltrating his property. Ned Asbahi lives in Bluebonnet Highlands, and... more »
  • Baton Rouge Zoo notices attendance boost while facing upgrade delays Play Video

    February 13, 2022 5:28 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Supply-chain problems are slowing down the Baton Rouge Zoo’s facelift, but they aren't slowing down the zoo’s attendance. Ava Blackwell, 9, is a Baton Rouge Zoo visitor and dreams of working with zoo animals one day. “I got a vet book, and my mom got... more »
  • Auditor: BREC hit by $7,600 loss in act of theft that remains unsolved

    November 29, 2021 5:05 AM

    BATON ROUGE - A recent audit of the Recreation and Park Commission for the Parish of East Baton Rouge (BREC), revealed a blatant act of theft that has yet to be solved as well as several discrepancies in record-keeping on the part of BREC, according to the Office of the... more »
  • BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo welcomes the holidays with ZooLights

    November 9, 2021 6:44 AM

    BATON ROUGE - This holiday season, BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo is once again inviting Baton Rouge and surrounding areas to celebrate the season's festivities with ZooLights . As a celebratory evening mile-long trail through the zoo, ZooLights features more than 50 illuminated display sculptures of animals and traditional holiday... more »
  • Community invited to Open House on development of Old South Baton Rouge

    August 12, 2021 9:47 AM

    BATON ROUGE - The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) and the Baton Rouge Recreation and Park Commission (BREC) are welcoming the public to a Thursday evening open house centered around the development of Old South Baton Rouge. During the meeting, DOTD and BREC will offer community connection... more »
  • Lawmakers delay vote on bill that would divide EBR parks management Play Video

    May 20, 2021 8:47 AM

    BATON ROUGE -A Louisiana House committee on Thursday delayed considering a bill that would split up East Baton Rouge Parish's parks across three recreation districts. The parish system is now run by BREC, which has an annual budget of $95 million and is supported by a property tax. The... more »
  • BREC breakup proposal passed by state senate: Here's what comes next Play Video

    April 6, 2021 8:20 PM

    BATON ROUGE - A proposal to split the public parks system into separate districts was approved by the state senate Tuesday (May 11). It still needs the backing of the state house. The proposal would split BREC into independent districts and add a park system separately for Saint George,... more »
  • BREC breaks ground on new projects at Baton Rouge Zoo, Greenwood Community Park Play Video

    December 8, 2020 8:05 PM

    BATON ROUGE - A transformation to the Greenwood Community Park and the Baton Rouge Zoo is underway. BREC officials along with local leaders broke ground on construction Tuesday. "Together the zoo and park will serve as a vital economic driver for the north end of our parish and community... more »
  • BREC invites public to 'Reindeer Run,' a family friendly holiday event

    November 19, 2020 8:29 AM

    BATON ROUGE - With health experts encouraging locals to practice social distancing during the 2020 holiday season, many find themselves wondering what sorts of events they can safely enjoy with family and friends during the fall and winter break. The Recreation and Park Commission for the Parish of East... more »
  • BREC enters Phase 3 of reopening plans, its fitness centers will reopen Tuesday

    September 21, 2020 10:34 AM

    BATON ROUGE - As Louisiana continues to move through Phase 3 of its reopening process, the office of Parks and Recreation in East Baton Rouge Parish (BREC) initiated the start of its Phase 3 reopening plan on Monday, September 21. According to BREC's website, the organization is reopening certain... more »
  • Food distribution event at Perkins Road BREC site, Friday

    July 29, 2020 8:22 AM

    BATON ROUGE - The United cajun navy is partnering with the East Baton Rouge Council On Aging to distribute 5,000 boxes of produce/vegetables and 5,000 gallons of milk and facemasks on Friday, July 31. The food distribution event will take place at BREC's Olympia Stadium, which is located at... more »
  • Central Area Youth League cancels remaining games of season due to COVID-19

    July 7, 2020 6:51 AM

    CENTRAL - The Central Area Youth League announced Monday (July 6) that due to the recent statewide uptick in cases of novel coronavirus, all remaining games of the season have been canceled. Bill Ensminger, the League's Commissioner, said the decision was made shortly after four of the League's teams... more »
  • BREC closing Frenchtown Road Conservation Area on weekends after too many people visit

    April 2, 2020 4:40 PM

    Central - BREC announced Thursday that it will close the Frenchtown Road Conservation Area on weekends after emergency responders and law enforcement had to respond to disruptive crowds last weekend. "Extremely large crowds have continued to gather at Frenchtown on weekends," a news release announcing the closure said. "Fights... more »
  • BREC searching for new zoo veterinarian

    October 24, 2019 7:11 PM

    BATON ROUGE – As the city-parish park system plans to move forward with a redeveloped zoo, it’s also looking to hire a site-specific veterinarian after the doctor who has worked on contract at the zoo for 40 years retires. Dr. Gordon Pirie already announced he would retire from his... more »
  • Algae continues to take over LSU lakes, fish ordered Play Video

    August 23, 2019 6:23 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Algae in University Lake is growing and getting worse. But a solution is in the works. BREC, which maintains the lake, says it’s ordered carp to help curb the problem. The fish will come from out of state, but BREC says it’s not sure when they will... more »
  • Suspects identified in gym attack on referees

    June 18, 2019 5:28 PM

    UPDATE: Arrest warrants have been filed for two people tied to the altercation. Warrants for Angel Johnson and Jamaal Lofton were filed Wednesday for charges including battery on a school or athletic official. Neither are in custody at this time. ***** BATON ROUGE – A technical... more »
  • BREC plans $1 million nature center Play Video

    February 4, 2019 11:46 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The Frenchtown Road Conservation Area, sitting between the merger of the Comite and Amite Rivers, could soon get a major upgrade for visitors. BREC, the East Baton Rouge Parish park system, plans to build a $1 million nature center to accommodate the three miles of trails... more »
  • BREC selling land near University Club Play Video

    January 31, 2019 11:50 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Developers are already looking to buy a 52-acre lot on Nicholson Drive considered "obsolete" by the city-parish parks department. BREC purchased the property in the 1990's for $90,000 but never developed it, a lot now valued at $3.6 million. "Our entire inventory was looked at to... more »
  • Parent, presumably unhappy with official's play-calling during little league, attacks ref

    January 22, 2019 5:23 PM

    BATON ROUGE – An irate parent attacked a basketball official during a winter league game at the Perkins Road Community Park indoor court, WBRZ has learned. The “attack,” as described by league organizers, resulted in additional security going forward. The league will also change how officials determine play... more »
  • Four finalists for BREC Superintendent announced

    November 30, 2018 6:41 AM

    BATON ROUGE- The BREC Superintendent Search Committee has narrowed their search down to four finalists to replace Superintendent Carolyn McKnight. The four finalists include Chris Nunes, Carlos Sam, Nicholas Williams and Corey Wilson. The BREC Commission’s Executive Committee consists of Chairman Lloyd Benson, II, Vice-Chairman Reverend Shelton Dixon,... more »
  • After controversial months, BREC head to retire and leave Baton Rouge Play Video

    August 13, 2018 1:21 PM

    BATON ROUGE – The head of the public parks system in East Baton Rouge made a surprise announcement Monday – she’s leaving her $157,000 a year job and Louisiana altogether. Carolyn McKnight said she will retire from her position as superintendent of BREC. McKnight’s announcement comes months after... more »
  • After lengthy discussion, BREC unanimously agrees to keep Baton Rouge Zoo in current location Play Video

    March 22, 2018 7:01 PM

    BATON ROUGE – After almost 3 hours of public discussion for and against the proposal to relocate the Baton Rouge Zoo, the BREC board voted unanimously to keep it in its current location. As consultants spoke about their findings supporting a move for the zoo, those against held signs... more »
  • Councilwoman calls for BREC leader's resignation after secretly-recorded conversation leaked ahead of zoo vote Play Video

    March 22, 2018 12:21 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Hours ahead of a vote by public park commissioners on moving the zoo, Metro Councilwoman Chauna Banks called for the resignation of the system's leader Carolyn McKnight. “I think it's time for her to resign,” Banks told WBRZ Thursday morning. “She's not operating in reality.” ... more »
  • BREC splash pads to close Oct. 31 for winter

    October 23, 2017 9:48 AM

    EAST BATON ROUGE- BREC will close its splash pads October 31 in preparation of winter. Locations that will be closed include pads at City-Brooks, Forest, Greenwood, Jackson, Highland Road and Zachary Community Parks. All six locations will reopen in spring 2018. The splash pad at North Sherwood... more »
  • BREC to search for new zoo location Play Video

    August 24, 2017 7:26 PM

    BATON ROUGE- Commissioners on the public parks board voted Thursday to identify "alternative" locations for the Baton Rouge Zoo. The decision waters down the original search proposal because it now directs BREC Superintendent Carolyn McKnight to give more consideration to keeping the zoo in Baker. Relocating the zoo... more »
  • Bridge players bummed over closed senior center

    August 23, 2017 6:38 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Some card players are concerned about their BREC senior center that's been closed since the flood last year. Sharp Road Recreation Center was their meeting spot, but they fear it will never be repaired. BREC tells 2 On Your Side it's still waiting on funding from... more »
  • Group against moving Baton Rouge zoo will take issue to court

    August 4, 2017 5:15 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Opponents of moving the zoo from its North Baton Rouge location said at a news conference late Friday, they are taking the matter to court to collect documents tied to meetings and correspondence. An anti-move group spearheaded by Metro Councilwoman Chauna Banks-Daniel has fought BREC over... more »
  • BREC making needed repairs to Olympia Stadium Play Video

    July 28, 2017 10:51 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Thousands of taxpayer dollars are being put into fixing up Olympia Stadium. Construction crews are working around the clock to have the stadium ready before the start of football season. "They had to go in re-pour some concrete, shore up other sections, and the paint... more »
  • Man demanding answers after windshield crushed by golf ball Play Video

    July 27, 2017 6:27 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Not every golfer hits their shot straight down the middle. After a golf ball broke one man's windshield, he called 2 On Your Side for help. Robert Perkins lives at Fairway View Apartments with his wife and son and parks his car out front of his... more »
  • Flooded BREC equipment to be auctioned off next month Play Video

    May 30, 2017 4:44 PM

    BAKER - Maintenance equipment stored at a BREC park is concerning nearby residents. The equipment, consists of lawnmower parts, trailers, wheels of different sizes and about 40 golf carts that no longer work. Admon McCastle says he drives down Lavey Lane nearly every day and says the equipment is... more »
  • BREC skate park closed due to graffiti

    May 25, 2017 1:02 PM

    BATON ROUGE – The BREC Skate Park on Perkins Road was closed Thursday as crews remove graffiti. “Thanks #Lilfangy, Hooligan and crew! Your ignorance has closed the skate park until we clean up your mess,” BREC’s Extreme Sports Facebook page shared Thursday. “The skate park will be closed until... more »
  • Zachary man faces attempted murder charges after BREC park fight

    May 10, 2017 12:06 PM

    ZACHARY – An 18-year-old faces attempted murder charges after police say he severely beat someone at a BREC park in April. Davon Harris, 18, was charged with attempted second-degree murder Tuesday. He was booked into the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison. Zachary Police say Harris and other suspects... more »
  • Endangered bongo and twin monkeys born at Baton Rouge Zoo

    April 21, 2017 2:01 PM

    BATON ROUGE – BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo announced the birth of three animals, a female bongo and Golden Lion Tamarin twins. The female bongo was born to a 3-year-old mother in the zoo's Africa loop. According to zoo officials, eastern bongos are classified as endangered African Antelopes. The... more »
  • Rhino wanders out of enclosure at Baton Rouge Zoo

    March 28, 2017 11:37 AM

    BATON ROUGE – A male black rhino is back in his enclosure after briefly wandering out of his area Tuesday morning. A spokesperson for the Baton Rouge Zoo said a caretaker going through the regular morning routine left a gate open Tuesday morning at the rhino enclosure. The rhino... more »
  • Baton Rouge Zoo to host Louisiana Earth Day celebrations

    March 24, 2017 9:54 AM

    BATON ROUGE – BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo will host the 27 th annual Louisiana Earth Day celebrations next month. Louisiana Earth Day will join forces with the Baton Rouge Zoo’s “Party for the Planet” event on April 22. The event will be from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Regular... more »
  • BREC to host community egg hunts

    March 20, 2017 12:14 PM

    BATON ROUGE – BREC will host several community egg hunts across the East Baton Rouge Parish starting later this month. In a statement released Monday, BREC said the first egg hunt is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on March 31 at the Plank Road Park. Officials are encouraging flashlights for... more »
  • Baton Rouge Zoo hosts 'Spring Green' event Saturday

    March 13, 2017 11:30 AM

    BATON ROUGE – BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo will host the “Spring Green” event this Saturday, March 18. The event will be from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the zoo’s grounds. ‘Spring Green’ is meant to celebrate “being green” as well as educate the community on how they can... more »
  • BREC recreational facilities will close at 6 p.m. due to weather

    January 6, 2017 3:53 PM

    BATON ROUGE – All BREC recreational facilities will close at 6 p.m. Friday due the threat of dangerous road conditions. BREC says it will also delay opening times for the facilities until 10 a.m. Saturday for the safety of its employees and visitors. According to a statement, all... more »
  • BREC stocks ponds with rainbow trout Play Video

    December 15, 2016 6:30 PM

    BATON ROUGE – BREC is hosting 16 fishing rodeos this weekend and have just restocked ponds in time for the events. A total of 1,350 pounds of rainbow trout, a fish not normally found in state waters, were sent overnight to Baton Rouge from Missouri. "This is something... more »
  • BREC launches open-dialogue sessions with law enforcement and local youth

    November 7, 2016 4:15 PM

    BATON ROUGE – BREC has launched a series of public open-dialogue discussions with law enforcement and the community's youth to establish better relationships. The discussions are in partnership with Baton Rouge Police Department and the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office. A part of a new LEO program, the... more »
  • Illegally parked car leads to stolen gun, open container arrest

    October 30, 2016 6:41 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Baton Rouge Police say a car illegally parked in a BREC park led to one man being arrested and officers recovering a stolen firearm. According to arrest records, a patrolling officer spotted a car illegally parked in a BREC park after dark Saturday night, violating a... more »
  • Leaders break ground on Howell Community Park expansion

    September 23, 2016 4:39 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Local leaders broke ground on the major expansion to Howell Community Park on Winbourne Avenue Thursday. The new expansion will repurpose the park’s existing 18-hole golf course into 75-acre area for playgrounds, athletic fields, basketball courts and a fishing and paddling pond. The Howell Community... more »
  • Outside experts absolve BR Zoo of wrongdoing in animal deaths

    August 29, 2016 2:53 PM

    EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH - Reports from several outside experts have concluded that BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo is not at fault for recent high-profile animal deaths. The conclusion was arrived at after an extensive audit by the American Association of Zoos, the United States Department of Agriculture and a... more »
  • BREC opens five emergency camps for children while school is out

    August 17, 2016 11:58 AM

    BATON ROUGE – While school is still out and parents across East Baton Rouge Parish are returning to work, the BREC team has opened five emergency camps for children across the parish. Camps are being held at the following locations: Cedar Ridge Park,13300 Cedar Ridge Drive, 70817 Independence... more »
  • Baton Rouge Zoo reports all animals are safe

    August 13, 2016 10:12 PM

    SCOTLANDVILLE - BREC officials say animals at the Baton Rouge Zoo are safe despite massive flooding in surrounding areas. Zookeepers were on site during the day to monitor and feed the animals. Some water on the zoo campus was higher than normal due to the large amount of rainfall,... more »
  • 11th annual BR Zoo 5K to be held on Aug. 27

    August 4, 2016 10:34 AM

    EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH - Friends of the Baton Rouge Zoo are to hold their 11th annual Zoo Run Run 5K and 1/2 Mile Fun Run late this month. The adult 5K race and the children’s fun run will take place inside the Zoo on Saturday, Aug. 27 with... more »
  • The Pledge of Allegiance: BREC Lovett Road Park Summer Camp Play Video

    August 4, 2016 10:11 AM

    BATON ROUGE- Today's Pledge of Allegiance comes from the 9-12 year old boys at BREC Lovett Road Park Summer Camp. Be sure to watch The Daily Pledge every weekday on 2une In at 5:58 a.m. to see if your child's summer camp is featured! more »
  • Bear at BR Zoo diagnosed with cancer

    July 29, 2016 2:51 PM

    BATON ROUGE - BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo announced that one of its spectacled bears has been diagnosed with cancer. Zoo officials noticed a growth of the bear, Plato, inside of his mouth and was anesthetized for a more thorough exam. Veterinarians were able to discover that the tumor is... more »
  • The Pledge of Allegiance: BREC Lovett Road Park Summer Camp Play Video

    July 28, 2016 10:17 AM

    BATON ROUGE- Today's Pledge of Allegiance comes from the 6 & 7 year old boys at BREC Lovett Road Park Summer Camp. Be sure to watch The Daily Pledge every weekday on 2une In at 5:58 a.m. to see if your child's summer camp is featured! more »
  • Teenager gathers more than 130,000 petition signatures to investigate BR Zoo

    July 27, 2016 11:55 AM

    BATON ROUGE - A teenager has gathered more than 130,000 signatures on a petition that aims to close the Baton Rouge Zoo. 16-year-old Kerregan Layne started the Care2 petition asking for the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service to investigate and possibly shut down the zoo, citing the... more »
  • Families look to beat the heat at BREC's Liberty Lagoon Play Video

    July 5, 2016 2:26 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Despite heat index temperatures soaring to more than 105 degrees Tuesday, some Baton Rouge families are still braving the outdoors at an increasingly popular spot for beating the heat. Weather officials issued a heat advisory for Southeast Louisiana on Tuesday as high temperatures will approach 95... more »
  • The Pledge of Allegiance: Perkins Road BREC Summer Camp Play Video

    June 28, 2016 9:54 AM

    BATON ROUGE- Today's Pledge of Allegiance comes from the 8 & 9 year old boys at Perkins Road BREC Summer Camp. Be sure to watch The Daily Pledge every weekday on 2une In at 5:58 a.m. to see if your child's summer camp is featured! more »
  • The Pledge of Allegiance: Perkins Road BREC Summer Camp Play Video

    June 22, 2016 10:35 AM

    BATON ROUGE- Today's Pledge of Allegiance comes from the 6 & 7 year old boys at Perkins Road BREC Summer Camp. Be sure to watch The Daily Pledge every weekday on 2une In at 5:58 a.m. to see if your child's summer camp is featured! more »
  • BREC City-Brooks Park struck by graffiti vandals overnight Play Video

    June 16, 2016 10:15 AM

    BATON ROUGE - The Parks and Recreation department says they’re working to clean up graffiti that appeared in Brooks Park on Dalrymple Drive overnight. A response from BREC concerning the vandalism says the community park has staff on-site from open to close, so normally issues like this one are... more »
  • Lemurs make a run for it at BREC Zoo

    June 13, 2016 3:59 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Two animals at the BREC Baton Rouge Zoo tried to make a run for it this morning, escaping from an open gate. Two black and white lemurs, a male and female, passed through a gate left open this morning by a zoo keeper. Their freedom lasted... more »
  • One dead in Holiday Court drive-by shooting

    June 12, 2016 6:07 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Deputies say one person is dead after a shooting on Holiday Court in Baton Rouge Sunday afternoon. According to the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office, 27-year-old Torrence Tate was suffered a gunshot wound around 5 p.m. and was transported to a local hospital. Deputies say... more »
  • Man injured after diving into river at rec site

    May 31, 2016 7:38 PM

    BATON ROUGE - A man was taken to the hospital after being injured while diving into a river in the Frenchtown Road Conservation Area. The conservation area is a part of the BREC system. The park is located just north of Florida Boulevard along the Livingston-East Baton Rouge line... more »
  • Report concludes BREC Zoo not at fault in death of giraffes Play Video

    May 26, 2016 11:56 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Inspectors from the American Association of Zoos and Aquariums have concluded that BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo was not at fault in the death of a pair of elderly giraffes earlier this year. The full results of the site inspection report, requested by the Zoo, were released... more »
  • Final necropsy results for BREC zoo's Malayan tiger released Play Video

    May 5, 2016 10:29 AM

    BATON ROUGE - BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo has released the final necropsy results for the facility’s juvenile Malayan tiger that died last month. “Gastric dilatation is what we initially suspected as the cause of death based on the video footage we had from her den, but we couldn’t say... more »
  • 4 juveniles caught brawling in BREC Park

    May 5, 2016 12:03 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Witnesses told News 2 four juveniles were taken into custody Wednesday evening after police caught them brawling at BREC Park. They claim the four were fighting in the park on Evangeline Street but took off running when they heard police sirens. Cops caught up with... more »
  • Interactive event allows children to experience big trucks up close

    April 28, 2016 4:47 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The Junior League of Baton Rouge has announced a unique, interactive event called “Touch A Truck” that will allow children to see, touch and explore their favorite big trucks, vehicles and heavy equipment. They’ll also have a chance to meet the individuals who operate the equipment... more »
  • Visitors, residents have mixed feelings about potential zoo move Play Video

    March 25, 2016 7:52 PM

    BATON ROUGE - With a plan to consider moving the Baton Rouge Zoo on the table, people who visit are starting to wonder if the zoo will actually relocate and whether or not it will be a convenient choice. Ginger Roy of Zachary says the zoo is already in... more »
  • Consulting firm supporting moving zoo makes pitch to BREC Thursday

    March 22, 2016 7:28 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Zoo officials will once again hear from a consulting firm Thursday, hired to determine how to improve the experience of the public attraction. The firm has recommended moving the zoo from Thomas Road and will pitch plans to BREC, the recreation arm of the city-parish that... more »
  • No timetable to replace giraffes at Baton Rouge Zoo

    March 22, 2016 12:16 AM

    BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Zoo hopes to replace two giraffes that died over the weekend eventually but says there's not currently a timetable to make that happen. "I miss the one with the light beige tan," Margaret Selver says. Zookeepers had to put two female giraffes down this... more »
  • Two giraffes died at Baton Rouge Zoo Saturday

    March 19, 2016 8:08 PM

    The story below is from 2016. In November 2019, the post became a trending item in the Baton Rouge area. It is not a current report on the zoo. BATON ROUGE – The Baton Rouge Zoo says two female giraffes died Saturday morning. BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo... more »
  • NAACP warns BREC about fight over any plans to move zoo Play Video

    February 16, 2016 5:50 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The city's NAACP is gearing up to fight any plans to move the zoo from its current location in North Baton Rouge. BREC has not officially said it wants to move the Baton Rouge Zoo from Thomas Road, but some have suggested a new location as... more »
  • Rescuer: Girls stuck in park were 'scared and wet, a little cold' Play Video

    December 23, 2015 4:31 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Two teenage girls rescued from the banks of the Amite River Tuesday night are recovering, sources said. The girls, who have not been identified, were taken to an area hospital after they were found on a river bank. They went missing after a hiking trip. The... more »

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