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LSU School of Music to present 'Hot Summer Nights & Cool Jazz' concert series in June

The popular “Hot Summer Nights & Cool Jazz” concert series returns to the LSU School of Music Recital Hall this summer, with shows on June 13, June 20 and June 21.

Book debunks myths and confirms legends of LSU’s live tiger

Mike the Tiger has symbolized the spirit and resolve of Louisiana State University for over seventy-five years.

Baton Rouge Ballet to hold fundraiser today

BRBT’s Youth Ballet will hold a special fundraiser performance today to help raise funds to expand their community outreach.

LSU Rural Life Museum to hold apprentice program

From June 10-14, the LSU Rural Life Museum will hold its 13th annual “LSU Rural Life Museum Apprentice Program.” Children from grades 4-8 will become apprentices for the weeklong educational experience.

Red Cross to accept tornado relief donations at Super Regional

The American Red Cross will be on hand at Alex Box Stadium this weekend for the NCAA Super Regional baseball games to take donations for tornado relief in the state of Oklahoma.

2013 'Free Fishing Weekend' in Louisiana set for June 8-9

The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission and the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries have announced that June 8 and 9 will be “Free Fishing Weekend” for Louisiana citizens and visitors.

Mandeville man wins final I LOVE MY SAINTS second-chance drawing

Lifelong Saints fan Michael Bicknell said he never expected to win a Lottery drawing, especially since his wife Jennifer was the one who submitted the nonwinning I LOVE MY SAINTS scratch-off ticket that was selected from among approximately 30,

Rising beef prices prompts local business to add menu items to supplement loss

The whole western side of our nation is in a state of exceptional drought. Here at home, we're feeling the effects in the cost and availability of beef due to the skyrocketing cost of grain.

Hammond woman claims $88,110 Easy 5 jackpot

Kulwant “KK” Kaur does not consider herself lucky, so she was surprised to find that she held the $88,110 Easy 5 jackpot-winning ticket from the Louisiana Lottery’s May 25 drawing.

Creative Louisiana to feature blues icons Henry Gray and Maxine Crump

Creative Louisiana, a monthly morning meetup for creative types, will hold its May event on Friday, May 31,  at the Glassell Gallery, located at 100 Lafayette Street in the Shaw Center for the Arts.

LSU area businesses wait for big baseball crowds

LSU area businesses are about to get bombarded by baseball fans, and managers say it's a good thing.

June film schedule announced for Manship Theatre

The Manship Theatre has announced its first batch of summer films. All of these films will be shown during the month of June.

Newest, biggest, baddest roller coasters for summer

Get ready to shred your vocal cords. Or just clench your jaw and hang on with white knuckles in terrified silence.

LSU Student Union Theater announces 'Union Theater Presents' 2013-14 season

The LSU Student Union Theater’s programming for 2013-14 includes six performances in the “Union Theater Presents” series.

Nearly 70,000 attend 2013 Bayou Country Superfest

Nearly 70,000 people attended the 2013 Bayou Country Superfest in Baton Rouge. Officials report that festival-goers traveled from across the globe to attend the event.