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• Friday PM Forecast: Navigating areas of light rain into Veterans Day Play Video

  November 10, 2023 6:35 PM

  The rain gear may come in handy over the next several days as a dreary weather pattern remains in place. Although we will be navigating a few showers on Veterans Day, we by no means expect a washout. Accumulations will be light over the weekend, but a coastal low gives... more »

• Iberville Veterans Day event moves indoors due to gloomy weather

  November 10, 2023 9:23 AM

  PLAQUEMINE - The Iberville Salute to Veterans event will take place inside -- at the Carl Grant Civic Center -- due to the weather. The tribute to the men and women who serve the nation features the "Victory Belles" performance trio and the U.S. Coast Guard Silent Drill Team... more »

• Organization seeking donations to replace veteran's roof Play Video

  November 11, 2020 6:32 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A Louisiana veteran is asking for help putting a roof over his head. And because he doesn't want to be identified, another veteran is speaking on his behalf hoping to give him the recognition he deserves. Paul Aubert is a National Commander for the Nation of... more »

• Louisiana pauses to honor, recognize veterans on Veterans Day Play Video

  November 11, 2020 9:01 AM

  BATON ROUGE – On November 11, veterans across Louisiana are being recognized for their service. One location that stands as a symbol of patriotic service to the country is Louisiana's USS KIDD. The ship, a Fletcher-class destroyer, was the first of the United States Navy to be named... more »

• Wendy's offers free breakfast to Veterans on Nov. 11

  November 11, 2020 7:46 AM

  BATON ROUGE - On Veterans Day, which falls on Wednesday, Nov. 11, all Baton Rouge Wendy’s locations are offering local veterans free breakfast from 6:30-10:30 a.m. Any current or former military member with a military ID will be offered a free small breakfast combo that includes a breakfast sandwich... more »

• Three stories to start your day Play Video

  November 12, 2015 8:05 AM

  Here are today's top stories: Marksville officer charged with the murder of 6-year-old Jeremy Mardis could be let out this morning Afghanistan War veteran chastises Edwards during Veterans Day gubernatorial debate Avian flu outbreak causes Turkey prices to skyrocket right before Thanksgiving Make outdoor reservations, a... more »

• Local Baton Rouge veteran remembers time in service Play Video

  November 11, 2015 7:30 PM

  BATON ROUGE - J.W. Vaughn, a former sailor in the Navy, sat down with News 2's Jessica LeBlanc Wednesday and remembered the days of his service to his country. "My mind was not segregated. I integrated myself with everything," said Vaughn. Drafted into the military in 1944, Vaughn served his... more »

• Veteran chastised Edwards for pandering Play Video

  November 11, 2015 7:19 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A wounded Afghanistan War veteran and David Vitter supporter got political Wednesday at a state sponsored Veterans Day ceremony. Mike McNaughton who currently works for the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs was the keynote speaker at the event held at the Old State Capitol. In his speech... more »

• City of Central to celebrate Veterans Day with guests, live music

  November 11, 2015 2:51 PM

  CENTRAL - The City of Central will celebrate Veterans Day Wednesday night with a host of guest speakers and musical tributes. The event kicks off tonight at 6 p.m. in the Central Intermediate School Courtyard. According to the schedule of events, guest speakers include United States Congressman Garret... more »

• Crowds gather in Gonzales for annual Veterans Day ceremony

  November 11, 2015 12:35 PM

  GONZALES – Crowds gathered in Gonzales Wednesday at the Ascension Veterans Memorial Park to honor our nation’s heroes for Veterans Day The annual Veterans Day ceremony in Gonzales kicked off at 11 a.m. at the park’s amphitheater. This year’s guest speaker was Ascension Parish President Tommy Martinez. Event... more »

• Veterans Day ceremonies around Baton Rouge

  November 11, 2015 8:28 AM

  BATON ROUGE- People across the country are saluting the men and women in uniform on this Veterans Day. Many events are being held throughout the Baton Rouge area to honor our American Heroes who risk their lives every day to protect ours. The USS Kidd Veterans Museum and some of... more »