Holiday Central

Holiday Central

FedEx forecasts record holiday shipments

By Chris Isidore
FedEx is forecasting a 13% increase in the shipments it handles this holiday season, largely due to a jump in online spending.

Actors bring House of Shock horror to new heights

By Anne Cutler
It takes a small army to run the 22,000 square foot haunted house that hosts thousands of terrified guests each and every Halloween. When the house of shock started 20 years ago, the cast and crew were smaller, but the focus was the same.

Affordable Halloween options at Goodwill

By Vanessa Bolano
Looking for a Halloween costume, but not willing to shell out $50, $80, even upwards of $100 on a new one? Vanessa Bolano takes us to a store many flock to this time of year for a bargain.
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Man uses trash to create incredible Halloween art

By Brittany Molinar
It could be one of the most creative Halloween decorations you'll see all year.

Holiday gifts: What women want, men don't give

By Emily Jane Fox
When it comes to gifts, it's not the thought that counts. At least, not in America's wealthiest households.

How do you like your pumpkin? 6 deliciously unique options

By Jared Townsend
Got your fill of pumpkin this October? If not, there’s still plenty of time. From coffee shops and recipes to markets, Baton Rouge locals will find a variety of pumpkin-flavored treats readily available.

LSU athletics invites fans to Oct. 30 Halloween BOOzar

By LSU SPORTS INFORMATION
The LSU Athletics Department is gearing up for the 17th annual Halloween BOOzar event held Oct. 30 from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Carl Maddox Field house.

BRPD: You could face charges if you go to Carlotta Street to try and start a party

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By Samantha Morgan
It may be a Halloween tradition, but the Baton Rouge Police Department is warning the public that any attempt to make the Carlotta Street Party happen could add cuffs to your costume.
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Neiman Marcus unveils Christmas catalog, with $1 million watches, sports cars & jet packs

By Kristi Nelson
If you're in search of an extravagant holiday gift, something like a $1 million pair of his and her watches, look no further. Luxury retailer Neiman Marcus offered up ideas Tuesday as it unveiled its annual Christmas Book.

What it takes to make a 'Walking Dead' zombie

By Mike Ayers
Over the last two years, AMC's "The Walking Dead" has become one of the most popular dramatic series on television due in large part to complex story lines involving morality, survival and human relationships in a post-apocalyptic
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CANCELED: Annual Carlotta Street Halloween party got too big for residents

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By David Lippman
The annual Carlotta Street Party tradition is no more.

Sales are up: Is your pet rocking a great Halloween costume this year?

By Staff
If you have pets and they're not dressing up for Halloween, you're apparently in the minority this year.

Making scary faces: BR mask painter preps for Halloween

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By Jared Townsend
Halloween is fast approaching, and one Baton Rouge-based company is putting the finishing touches on some of the most realistic horror-themed masks and products in the industry.

'Amityville' house back on market, blood not included

By Gabriel Falcon
Able to scare up a few bucks?

October events to provide BR locals with Halloween thrills

By Jared Townsend
October has arrived, and aside from visible changes in the weather, the month kicks off festivities surrounding the year’s spookiest holiday, Halloween.