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Livingston's Seventh Ward students raise money for peers in need
October 12, 2020 6:00 AM
DENHAM SPRINGS – The pandemic's economic impact on families across Louisiana has been severe, and some parents have found themselves without the funds to secure school supplies for their children. Livingston Parish schools, aware of the need, encouraged students to raise money for their peers who face dire financial... more » -
30th Annual Fireman's Poker Run postponed due to virus pandemic Play Video
June 14, 2020 12:21 AM
The 30th Annual Fireman's Poker Run in Springfield has been postponed to August 2020. It's the largest annual fundraiser for Livingston Parish Fire Protection District 2. A sunny day in Tickfaw River in Springfield brought out crowds of people who were anxious to get outside. ... more » -
Cajun Navy to host 'Boatload of Toys' Christmas drive for Hurricane Harvey victims
December 6, 2017 3:33 PM
BATON ROUGE- The Cajun Navy will be hosting a Christmas toy drive for victims still recovering from Hurricane Harvey. The non-profit organization announced on Wednesday that the drive will be called "A Boatload of Toys." The Cajun Navy is asking the community to assist in filling up boats with... more » -
Over $25k raised at Christmas event for paralyzed BRPD officer
December 3, 2017 8:42 PM
BATON ROUGE- The Baton Rouge Police Department held a fundraiser for one of their own Sunday night. "A Christmas of Hope" was held at BRPD headquarters Sunday to raise money for Officer Rickey Faust. On Mar. 21, Officer Faust was involved in a car accident while on duty;... more » -
Fundraiser this weekend to raise money for BRPD officer involved in accident Play Video
November 30, 2017 6:16 PM
BATON ROUGE - A Baton Rouge Police Officer is on a journey of recovery after he was involved in a single-vehicle accident earlier this year. The needs of Officer Rickey Faust have changed significantly since March. "I just thank god I'm still here," he said. Faust, who... more » -
Jambalaya fundraiser successful, pot stealing thief still on the run Play Video
September 28, 2017 4:45 PM
GEISMAR - A hungry thief didn't keep a group of chefs from whipping up some jambalaya for charity. Last week, Monika Wood called 2 On Your Side about a man who stole some equipment needed to make food to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. But there was... more » -
Surveillance video shows man stealing equipment intended for disabled children's fundraiser Play Video
September 20, 2017 6:18 PM
GEISMAR - A man is caught on camera taking items from a business, having no idea those items were meant to be used for a jambalaya event benefiting the Muscular Dystrophy Association. It happened September 10 around 4 p.m. Surveillance video shows a man walk into MasterVac on Highway... more » -
Churchgoers hold car wash to raise funds for Harvey victims Play Video
September 4, 2017 6:45 PM
BATON ROUGE - People spent their day off helping to raise money and gather items for Texas victims of Hurricane Harvey. One group of eighth graders, their friends and siblings spent Monday washing cars for free and collecting donations. The group stationed at Jefferson Baptist Church set up stations... more » -
Run, motorcycle race fundraiser to be held for injured EBRSO deputies
May 19, 2017 6:33 PM
BATON ROUGE – The Reserve Deputies and Officers Foundation will hold a fundraiser to benefit East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office Cpl. Nick Tullier and Sgt. Bruce Simmons, who were shot during an ambush in July 2016. The foundation is holding a One Mile Deputy Dash and a Motorman 5K.... more » -
Police hold fundraiser for BRPD officer injured in I-12 crash
May 5, 2017 12:08 PM
BATON ROUGE – The Zachary Police Department held a fundraiser for a Baton Rouge Police officer who was injured in a car crash on I-12. Baton Rouge Police Department Officer Rickey Faust was driving his unit on I-12 east between the Millerville and Sherwood Forest exit when responding to... more » -
Vendors to hold fundraiser for flood victims under Perkins Road overpass on Saturday
August 18, 2016 12:20 PM
BATON ROUGE – The Baton Rouge community is coming together to host a fundraiser to benefit victims of the recent severe weather and flooding. Several food and drink vendors are hosting an event called the "Fundraiser Under The Overpass" on Saturday at 6 p.m. under the Perkins Road overpass.... more » -
The city of Central raises thousands for Devon Gales' expenses Play Video
December 5, 2015 9:28 PM
CENTRAL - As Devon Gales continues to recover, the central community raised more than $16,000 to help Devon gales' medical bills. Southern football player Devon Gales is still recovering in a hospital in Atlanta after a spinal injury back in September. He will have to learn basic skills all over... more » -
Breakfast with 2une In: Blue Ribbon Soiree Play Video
October 13, 2015 3:25 AM
BATON ROUGE- Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men after skin cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. The Blue Ribbon Soiree is looking to change that. The organization is holding their 5th annual fundraising event to raise money for prostate cancer research. Tickets to... more »