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Non-profit organization need help making Christmas special for Baton Rouge families Play Video
December 15, 2023 3:31 PM
BATON ROUGE - Non-profit organizations have a huge undertaking this time of year and lean on the community for help sponsoring families to make sure they have a good Christmas. Catholic Charities says it's asking for help completing the holiday wish lists of about 140 families. "We're just looking... more » -
Accused package thief arrested after targeting apartments off Greenwell Springs Road
March 1, 2022 8:22 AM
BATON ROUGE - A man suspected of swiping packages from at least one person's front porch during this past holiday season was arrested this week. According to the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office, Deshaun Granger, 21, is accused of taking multiple deliveries left at the front door of a... more » -
After all children receive sponsors, Salvation Army make final preparations for gift distribution Play Video
December 15, 2021 10:26 PM
BATON ROUGE - Volunteers with The Salvation Army of Greater Baton Rouge spent Wednesday tying up rows of bags filled with gifts for some 3000 children as part of the Angel Tree program. Names were checked off, and toys were organized ahead of Friday and Saturday's distribution. "It's getting... more » -
Teenager provides Christmas joy and toys for families affected by COVID-19 Play Video
December 20, 2020 11:20 PM
NEW ROADS - A teenager is doing what she can for families impacted by COVID-19, who are out of work with very little to spend for the holidays. "Christmas to me is not really about presents, it's about helping and giving to others," Lexie Debeau said. 16-year old Debeau collected... more » -
Detectives: Ascension package thieves stole more than authorities initially realized
December 16, 2020 8:18 PM
PRAIRIEVILLE - A group of suspected package thieves were arrested Wednesday shortly after an apparent crime spree that spanned at least two Ascension Parish neighborhoods. The sheriff's office says the three suspects, 21-year-old John Vickers Jr., 18-year-old Jeremiah Preston and 19-year-old Javin Aguillard, are all from the Gonzales area.... more » -
Sylvia's Toys for Christmas: Donation drive-thru being held Dec. 14
December 9, 2020 12:22 PM
BATON ROUGE - Those looking to give toys to less fortunate children in the capital area this Christmas will have their chance to drop off donations next week. On Monday, Dec. 14, Essential Credit Union will host a drive-thru donation drive at 2370 Towne Center Blvd. Toys gathered for... more » -
USPS suggests sending your packages early this holiday season
November 27, 2020 1:38 PM
BATON ROUGE - With most US citizens using Zoom to gather with extended family members and beloved friends during the 2020 holiday season, the United Postal Service (USPS) is expecting that an unusually large number of holiday gifts will be sent by mail. For this reason, USPS is not... more » -
Last minute push of holiday shopping Play Video
December 24, 2018 12:02 AM
BATON ROUGE- With Santa Claus just about ready to hit the skies, shoppers are just about to finish with their last-minute holiday shopping. "We thought the crowd would be more than what it is, but it's okay," said one shopper. “I just wanted to get in on the... more » -
EBRSO gives children Christmas shopping spree Play Video
December 19, 2016 6:04 PM
BATON ROUGE – The East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office teamed up with Target to make sure that children have gifts for the holiday. Through a Target grant, 20 children received a $250 gift card to go Christmas shopping. Many, like Trenesse Thompson, were not sure how she was... more »