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• LASM invites middle and high school students to submit art for 2027 STEAM Gallery

  October 19, 2026 12:28 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Louisiana Art & Science Museum is calling for student submissions from across the state to be featured in an art gallery. Students in grades sixth through 12 are invited to submit work for the 2027 LASM STEAM Gallery. The exhibition theme this year is FLOW,... more »

• Louisianans remove 68 tons of litter in statewide waterway cleanup

  October 19, 2026 11:49 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Louisianans removed 68 tons of litter from waterways last month following a statewide coordinated cleanup, Keep Louisiana Beautiful announced Monday. The Love Our Waterways campaign brought together residents throughout the state to clean and preserve Louisiana’s rivers, lakes, bayous and shorelines. The push mobilized more than... more »

• Hammond Fire crews put out fire along JW Davis Drive

  October 19, 2026 11:20 AM

  HAMMOND — Hammond Fire crews put out a duplex fire along JW Davis Drive on Monday morning. According to the Hammond Fire Department, firefighters responded around 7:13 a.m. Crews quickly brought the fire under control, with the occupant of a neighboring unit being assisted out of their home... more »

• Better in BTR launches new branding and resource hub for Capitol area

  October 19, 2026 11:12 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Better in BTR launched a resource hub for Capitol area businesses and community organizations Monday. Better in BTR is an open-source brand for Louisiana’s nine-parish Capital Region designed to build community pride and help attract and retain talent in the region. The website offers logo... more »

• Crash along Blount Road leaves man dead, 3-year-old child in critical condition Play Video

  October 19, 2026 8:28 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A man is dead, and his 3-year-old child is critically injured after a fatal crash in Baton Rouge just before midnight, officials told WBRZ on Monday. The East Baton Rouge Parish Coroner's Office and Baton Rouge EMS responded to Blount Road near Tallow Drive at 11:52... more »

• Man wanted in 2025 Tangipahoa Parish drive-by shooting arrested

  October 18, 2026 10:24 PM

  NATALBANY - A man who is accused of shooting at a Natalbany house and car in August 2025 was arrested on Saturday. The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office said Jylin Sanders, 24, was arrested in a traffic stop over the weekend. Deputies say he was one of two men... more »

• 10/31 Consortium hosts Halloween costume giveaway Sunday Play Video

  October 18, 2026 7:16 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Families in Baton Rouge had the chance to pick up free Halloween costumes for their children Sunday. The Great Costume Giveaway took place from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the Main Library at Goodwood. The 10/31 Consortium said they had around 500 costumes to give out.... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Grabbing the jacket early, losing it later, with no rain to worry about Play Video

  October 18, 2026 6:53 PM

  More chilly nights are in the Storm Station forecast. Plan on jacket weather each morning, but abundant sunshine will warm things right back up each afternoon. Meanwhile, very dry air will keep the area rain-free for the next week. Tonight & Tomorrow: Mostly clear skies and light overnight winds... more »

• Woman arrested for attempted murder, allegedly tried to light estranged husband on fire

  October 18, 2026 5:39 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A woman was arrested for allegedly putting lighter fluid on her estranged husband and another person before trying to set the pair on fire. Arrest documents say Chrishunda Harris went to a home along North Street on Feb. 24 and told the two, "Imma kill both... more »

• Sunday AM Forecast: More chilly nights, pleasant afternoons ahead Play Video

  October 18, 2026 10:41 AM

  The coolest point following the recent cold front passage came this morning. Temperatures will gradually moderate from here on out, but still remain near or just below average. Meanwhile, sunshine and dry conditions will heighten drought concerns, with little to no rain expected moving forward. Today & Tonight: Following... more »

• Louisiana Amendment 6 could expand property tax relief for some homeowners 65 and older Play Video

  October 17, 2026 8:52 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Louisiana voters could grant extra property tax relief for seniors over 65 if they approve Constitutional Amendment 6 on the Nov. 3 ballot. Under current Louisiana law, homeowners 65 and older who qualify for a homestead exemption can freeze their property’s assessed value if their gross... more »

• Napoleonville sixth grader finds success bull riding on international stage

  October 16, 2026 3:35 PM

  NAPOLEONVILLE — An Assumption Parish student recently won international honors at the International Mini Bull Riders Association World Finals. Cooper Phelps, a sixth grader at Napoleonville Elementary, competed last month in Utah against more than 40 junior riders in his age division from across the U.S. and Australia to... more »

• Airline Highway closing at Black Bayou Road as crews continue work on $12.76 million project in Ascension Play Video

  October 16, 2026 1:00 PM

  GONZALES — Construction on the state transportation department's 5.3-mile-long repaving project along Airline Highway in Ascension Parish is underway, with a road closure set for Saturday. The $12.76 million project will patch pavement, as well as install an asphalt concrete overlay, loop detectors and striping, the Louisiana Department of... more »

• Pineville Police identifies suspect accused of stealing over $100 worth of crawfish tails

  October 16, 2026 11:26 AM

  PINEVILLE — The Pineville Police Department says it has identified a suspect accused of stealing over $100 worth of crawfish tails from a supermarket. In a social media post on Wednesday, authorities lightheartedly dubbed the incident "The Crawfish Caper," reporting that a woman allegedly attempted to conceal multiple bags... more »

• Mom arrested; children allegedly found alone, covered in filth and trying to climb into storm drain Play Video

  October 15, 2026 5:54 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A Baton Rouge mom was arrested after her children were found alone in the street and trying to climb down a storm drain late Wednesday night. The Baton Rouge Police Department said Ladaisha Perkins' three kids walked out of their apartment on Scholars Avenue around 11:30... more »

• Baton Rouge mechanic arrested, allegedly shot customer and two dogs Play Video

  October 15, 2026 5:21 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A mechanic was arrested for allegedly shooting one of his customers and two of his kenneled dogs, The Advocate reports. Arrest documents say Clifton Edwards, 54, was working at Edwards Auto Repair Shop on Scenic Highway when a customer came in to pick up their vehicle... more »

• Thursday PM Forecast: Gearing up for the first major fall cold front Play Video

  October 15, 2026 3:19 PM

  A strong cold front sweeps through ahead of the weekend, ushering in ideal football weather for Friday night and Saturday. Beyond the crisp fall air, the front brings gusty winds, heightened fire danger, and hazardous boating conditions. Read the full breakdown in today's loaded forecast blog. Tonight & Tomorrow:... more »

• Ascension Parish adds anti-dumping signs at roads, boat launches Play Video

  October 14, 2026 7:19 PM

  GONZALES — Ascension Parish is joining a statewide anti-litter effort by putting up free state-regulated signs in problem areas, high-traffic roads and public boat launches. The parish said the signs, provided by the state at no cost to local taxpayers, tell people to report littering or illegal dumping to... more »

• Denham Springs I-12 exit lights down during demolition work, will be offline until 2027 Play Video

  October 14, 2026 6:42 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — Lighting along part of I-12 near the Denham Springs exits is temporarily down due to road work. Denham Springs officials said the lights are offline for demolition work required under the state's current contract. According to officials, the lights are expected to be restored between... more »

• St. George mayor outlines growth plans, charter school push in first State of the City Address Play Video

  October 14, 2026 6:15 PM

  ST. GEORGE — The future of Louisiana’s youngest city looks bright, even with the headwinds of a failed statewide vote to create a separate school district there. The City of St. George is already one of the state's largest cities, yet Mayor Dustin Yates says he wants more economic... more »

• Wednesday PM Forecast: Fog risk clears behind powerful cold front ahead of the weekend Play Video

  October 14, 2026 4:41 PM

  The Storm Station continues to follow two major stories: morning fog and an upcoming cold front. One will complicate the morning drive, whereas the other will deliver a refreshing cooldown just in time for the weekend. Tonight & Tomorrow: Another night with mainly clear skies and calming winds will... more »

• Louisiana Amendment Five could change which retirement debts get state surplus money Play Video

  October 14, 2026 4:39 PM

  BATON ROUGE — This fall, voters will decide on 10 different amendments to change Louisiana's constitution, one of which impacts how excess money will pay off debt within the state's retirement system. On Nov. 3, voters will encounter Amendment Five, which reads as follows: "Do you support an... more »

• Iberville Parish crews cleaning up blight along White Castle highway

  October 14, 2026 3:04 PM

  WHITE CASTLE - Crews in Iberville Parish are working to address blight and cleared trash, debris and foliage from around a property along La. Highway 993 in White Castle. The parish said the work is part of its ongoing effort to improve neighborhoods across the parish. It... more »

• Woman's Hospital names new chief physician executive

  October 14, 2026 2:35 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Woman’s Hospital has named Dr. O’Neil “Jay” Parenton chief physician executive. Woman's said Parenton is a board-certified OB-GYN who has cared for women and families in Baton Rouge for more than 15 years. The hospital said that, in this role, Parenton will serve on the... more »

• Four Ponchatoula homes hit by stray bullets, police asking public for tips Play Video

  October 14, 2026 1:32 PM

  PONCHATOULA - The Ponchatoula Police Department is asking the public for information about gunfire in the North Haven subdivision that has led to four homes being hit by stray bullets. The department put out a $1,000 reward for tips that would lead to arrests of the shooters on Tuesday.... more »

• State Treasurer calling for an increase in state's homestead exemption

  October 14, 2026 12:02 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming asked on Tuesday for an increase in the state's homestead exemption. The homestead exemption exempts property taxes on the first $75,000 of a home's fair market value, which translates to $7,500 of the home's assessed value. This exemption aims to reduce... more »

• Hyundai-POSCO Louisiana Steel announces 40 new jobs at forthcoming Ascension Parish site Play Video

  October 14, 2026 11:21 AM

  DONALDSONVILLE — Hyundai-POSCO Louisiana Steel announced nearly 40 new jobs at its Ascension Parish facility currently under construction. Hyundai is looking to recruit employees from Donaldsonville, Modest, Ascension Parish and the Greater Baton Rouge Metropolitan region. HPLS plans to hire 1,300 roles for its Donaldsonville site between now and... more »

• New report says early childhood access could add $5.3 billion in economic output Play Video

  October 13, 2026 7:33 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A new report by the Louisiana Policy Institute for Children says early childhood education is essential in addressing Louisiana's labor force needs. The findings say that expanding early childhood education access could generate up to $3.2 billion in additional earnings, $5.3 billion in economic output statewide... more »

• Louisiana congressional fundraising hits record $74M following district redraw Play Video

  October 13, 2026 6:51 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Following a U.S. Supreme Court decision requiring Louisiana lawmakers to redraw congressional boundaries, candidates in the state's 6th Congressional District have faced a rare challenge: running campaign operations and raising funds twice in a single election cycle. According to data from federal campaign records, candidates running... more »

• Louisiana federal judge denies death row inmate's request, execution can move ahead Play Video

  October 13, 2026 6:42 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A federal judge presiding over Todd Wessinger's plea for a new sentencing date decided Tuesday to side with an appeals court and denied him the possibility of leniency, paving the way for his execution. On Nov. 19, 1995, Todd Kelvin Wessinger went into the kitchen of... more »

• Tuesday PM Forecast: Another dense fog potential, tracking a big cold front ahead of the weekend Play Video

  October 13, 2026 5:47 PM

  It’s a repeat forecast for the rest of the workweek: occasional morning fog, followed by mainly sunny, hot afternoons. A pleasant change arrives just in time for the weekend, however, courtesy of a cold front. Tonight & Tomorrow: Mainly clear skies will remain in place throughout much of the... more »

• Leaders for a Better Louisiana weighs in on each constitutional amendment on November ballot Play Video

  October 13, 2026 5:01 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Leaders for a Better Louisiana released its analysis and recommendations on 10 constitutional amendments set for the November 3 ballot. The group supports Amendments 1, 2, 5, 7 and 10, opposes Amendments 6, 8 and 9 and is neutral on Amendments 3 and 4. ... more »

• Walker North Road closed in both directions just north of Hodges Lane after tree falls in roadway

  October 13, 2026 2:41 PM

  WALKER — Walker North Road is closed in both directions just north of Hodges Lane after a tree fell in the roadway. The downed tree was first reported at 1:24 p.m. on Tuesday. Walker Police advise finding an alternate route to avoid the area. more »

• Third Street nightclub Violet is closing doors at start of 2027, the owner announces Play Video

  October 13, 2026 1:18 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A Third Street nightclub is closing its doors at the start of 2027, the owner announced Tuesday. Violet, which is in the former location of Boudreaux and Thibodeaux's, will close on Jan. 1, David Facey said in an Instagram post. Facey said that he is... more »

• Tangipahoa Parish crews closing roads to finish multiple cross drain projects this week

  October 13, 2026 1:02 PM

  AMITE — Tangipahoa Parish crews are working on completing multiple cross drain projects this week. Tangipahoa Parish President Robby Miller said four cross drain projects are scheduled in Rabbit Run subdivision, on Kohnke Hill Road and in Doe Run II, located east of Amite. On Wednesday, two cross... more »

• SpaceX developing large maritime shipping complex off Louisiana's Gulf Coast, reports say Play Video

  October 13, 2026 11:48 AM

  ABBEVILLE — SpaceX is building a massive maritime shipping complex off Louisiana's Gulf Coast, set to include docking facilities, access roads and extensive cargo-handling areas, The Center Square reports. The shipping complex will supplement SpaceX's Starbase Louisiana development in Vermillion Parish. SpaceX founder and CEO Elon Musk said that... more »

• East Feliciana Parish placed under burn ban starting Tuesday Play Video

  October 13, 2026 11:29 AM

  CLINTON — East Feliciana Parish was placed under a burn ban starting Tuesday. The ban, announced by the East Feliciana Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness, will be in effect until further notice. Stay up to date with weather across the Capital Area with WBRZ's Storm... more »

• Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport launches new wayfinding platform to help travelers navigate airport Play Video

  October 13, 2026 11:18 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport launched a new wayfinding platform to help travelers more easily plan trips and navigate the airport. GoodMaps is available on BTR's website, with travelers able to use an interactive map to explore the terminal, search for destinations and review routes before... more »

• WBRZ Investigative Unit: Man charged with first-degree murder in 92-year-old father's beating death Play Video

  October 13, 2026 10:40 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A man who was wanted by officers following the beating death of his 92-year-old father was detained at the end of a police chase Tuesday and booked on a charge of first-degree murder, sources told the WBRZ Investigative Unit. Larry Salisbury, 92, was found beaten to... more »

• New Roads Councilman Kurt Kellerman sues city, alleging it did not provide him with records he requested

  October 13, 2026 10:05 AM

  NEW ROADS — New Roads Councilman Kurt Kellerman has sued the city, alleging that it did not provide him with the public records that he requested. On Sept. 28, Kellerman requested to review public records related to credit card statements dating back to 2023, noting that an audit showed... more »

• Tuesday is the last day to register to vote online ahead of Nov. 3 midterm election Play Video

  October 13, 2026 8:53 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The Nov. 3 midterm election is less than a month away, and Tuesday is the last day to register to vote online. Anyone who hasn't registered to vote yet can do so through the Geaux Vote online registration system by the end of the day. Click... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Cold front to shake things up after a quiet week Play Video

  October 12, 2026 2:44 PM

  Sunshine will be the main story moving forward, pushing afternoon highs into the low 90s each day this week. However, that warm trend gets disrupted heading into the weekend as another cold front targets the area. The shift in pattern could set up more comfortable temperatures just in time for... more »

• Retired Gen. Russel Honore urges hurricane readiness following Hurricane Isaias Play Video

  October 11, 2026 12:33 AM

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• Louisiana's first election with its redrawn map is on Nov. 3 Play Video

  October 8, 2026 5:38 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A U.S. Supreme Court decision shifted the course of Louisiana politics, and now, months after the election was suspended, candidates for the sixth congressional district will finally see their names on the ballot. Angry, public protests at the state capitol may have subsided. Still, dissatisfaction over... more »

• Family of teenager killed in Mall of Louisiana shooting files wrongful death lawsuit Play Video

  October 7, 2026 7:32 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The parents of a 17-year-old who was killed in a mass shooting at the Mall of Louisiana in April have sued the shopping center, alleging the owner's negligence in providing adequate security in the mall led to their daughter's death. The lawsuit was filed on behalf... more »

• Louisiana Treasurer John Fleming says money is there for teacher raises

  October 7, 2026 6:56 PM

  BATON ROUGE - With backpacks stuffed full of notebooks and pencils, students sitting in classrooms across Louisiana depend on their teachers to help fill their minds with knowledge, and that’s why Gov. Jeff Landry announced earlier this year that a task force would study ways to pay teachers more through... more »

• United Cajun Navy joins search for missing Texas woman last seen in Atchafalaya Basin Bridge crash Play Video

  October 7, 2026 6:18 PM

  GROSSE TETE - The United Cajun Navy is searching the Atchafalaya Basin near where Christin Munn-Holliday was last seen. WBRZ spoke with the woman's family , who said she was driving from Texas to Louisiana on Sept. 30 and got in a wreck on the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge near... more »

• How the fall election could impact Louisiana's surviving veteran spouses Play Video

  October 7, 2026 4:30 PM

  BATON ROUGE - On the Nov. ballot, voters will decide on 10 different constitutional amendments. On Wednesday, the Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana, or PAR, released its guide for the Fall 2026 constitutional amendments . Ahead of election day, WBRZ is following a multitude of key races as... more »

• Baker School System details event leading to legal action they took against state education officials Play Video

  October 7, 2026 1:49 PM

  BAKER — The City of Baker School System shared the second part of its "factual, chronological account of what has occurred in the City of Baker School System," with the most recent part of the account detailing the events that occurred after state education officials contacted the district, leading up... more »

• Town of Livingston's water restored following main line break Play Video

  October 7, 2026 12:28 PM

  LIVINGSTON — Water was restored in the town of Livingston Tuesday night after a main water line was hit while replacing a culvert. The Town of Livingston reported that the line has been repaired and water is turned back on. Residents who lost water pressure are under a boil... more »

• DOTD announces new lane closures in Baton Rouge as part of the I-10 widening project Play Video

  October 7, 2026 11:05 AM

  BATON ROUGE — New lane closures will take place later this week in Baton Rouge as part of the Interstate 10 Widening Project, the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announced on Wednesday. I-110 Southbound from S. 10th Street to the Terrace Avenue off-ramp will be closed Friday through... more »

• 'It's tearful:' Former student talks about experiences in historical school that burned down Tuesday Play Video

  October 6, 2026 11:54 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The home of a former charter school along North Street in Baton Rouge was destroyed Tuesday night in an early morning fire . The currently vacant building was at one point the home of Nicholson Elementary School, a site listed on the National Register of Historic... more »

• Recall of Nature's Own Hawaiian Bread issued due to undeclared milk Play Video

  October 6, 2026 2:33 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A Food and Drug Administration recall was issued Monday for Nature's Own Hawaiian Bread due to contamination from undeclared milk. Flower Foods is recalling 20oz and 40oz bags of the Hawaiian Bread due to the risk of people who have a milk allergy or severe sensitivity... more »

• Comedian Matt Rife is coming to New Orleans as part of world tour Play Video

  October 6, 2026 2:07 PM

  NEW ORLEANS — Comedian Matt Rife added four dates to his tour on Tuesday, with one of the stops being in New Orleans. The New Orleans show is set to take place on Dec. 30 at the Smoothie King Center. Tickets for the newly added dates will be... more »

• UPDATE: Livingston water line shut off as crews work to repair struck pipe Play Video

  October 6, 2026 1:36 PM

  LIVINGSTON — Water to the struck main line on Blind Street has been shut off as crews work to repair the pipe, according to the Town of Livingston Facebook page Shortly before noon Tuesday, Livingston officials reported that construction crews replacing a culvert along Blind Street inadvertently hit the... more »

• Livingston Parish Fair returns to fairgrounds, continuing traditions started in 1937 Play Video

  October 6, 2026 12:38 PM

  LIVINGSTON — Since 1937, the Livingston Parish Fair has been a beloved autumn tradition. The annual fair kicked off Tuesday evening and runs through the weekend at the LP Fairgrounds. Highlights include Wednesday's 2-for-1 carnival rides—where two people can ride all night for $30—and the popular mutton bustin' sheep-riding... more »

• Winning Powerball ticket worth $2M sold in St. Amant Play Video

  October 6, 2026 12:12 PM

  ST. AMANT — A winning Powerball ticket worth $2 million was sold at Delaune's Supermarket in St. Amant. The drawing for the winning number was held on Monday, and the winner has until April 3 to claim the prize. The winning numbers are 16, 23, 32, 36, 54... more »

• Candidates for 2nd Congressional District talk about goals if elected during Monday forum Play Video

  October 5, 2026 7:53 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Candidates vying for Louisiana's redrawn 2nd Congressional District seat met Monday at a forum hosted by the Baton Rouge Press Club to share their goals should voters elect them to office. Press Club invited all five candidates to the event. Peter Williams, a Republican, Libertarian Lisa... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Pleasant stretch ahead; tropical mischief targeting the Gulf Coast Play Video

  October 5, 2026 2:21 PM

  A drier pattern takes hold for the rest of the week, bringing warm afternoons and seasonably cool mornings. Rain chances return by the weekend, however, as a tropical troublemaker approaches the northern Gulf Coast. Tonight & Tomorrow: Any afternoon showers will wind down quickly into the evening. Skies will... more »

• 1 person dead after crash along La. 1 in Donaldsonville Monday morning, LSP says Play Video

  October 5, 2026 7:29 AM

  DONALDSONVILLE — A 27-year-old Walker man died after a crash on LA 1 Monday morning, according to Louisiana State Police. Troopers said they started investigating shortly after 6 a.m. near Stewart Road on LA 1 in Ascension Parish. According to the preliminary investigation, 48-year-old James Cascio of Addis... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Wet weather about to exit; monitoring the Gulf closely Play Video

  October 4, 2026 7:20 PM

  Monday starts a transition toward drier weather following a wet Sunday. While most of the week stays dry with lower humidity, storm chances could return by next weekend — and they might have a tropical connection. Tonight & Tomorrow: Continuing showers into the evening will gradually thin out overnight.... more »

• Louisiana's suicide rate has risen over the past twenty years, with advocates pushing for action Play Video

  October 2, 2026 5:46 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Louisiana's suicide rate has increased almost 20% over the last 20 years, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and one local woman is using her personal experience to push for change. Around 650 people die by suicide each year in Louisiana, with the... more »

• Former New Roads Police officer found guilty of raping young boys; to serve life in prison Play Video

  October 1, 2026 1:36 PM

  NEW ROADS - A former New Roads Police officer and volunteer firefighter was convicted of raping multiple boys on Thursday and is now set to spend the rest of his life in prison. Kedreyon Williams was arrested in July 2024 by the Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff's Office on charges... more »

• Bruce Dodd sworn in as 20th JDC District Attorney after Sam D'Aquilla steps down from position Play Video

  October 1, 2026 1:20 PM

  ST. FRANCISVILLE — Bruce Dodd was sworn in as 20th JDC District Attorney on Thursday after Sam D'Aquilla stepped down from the position he's held since 2002. Dodd, a former assistant district attorney under D'Aquilla, will now be the top prosecutor in East and West Feliciana parishes. "He's... more »

• West Baton Rouge Parish Shelter and Animal Control hosting low-cost vaccine clinic

  October 1, 2026 11:48 AM

  PORT ALLEN — West Baton Rouge Parish Shelter and Animal Control is hosting a low-cost vaccine clinic, with the first 100 pet owners getting free rabies vaccines for their pets. The clinic, which is being hosted at the shelter on Denstel Road in Port Allen, is on Oct. 10... more »