Holiday Central

Holiday Central

Local women create symbol of hope for those in pain

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By Jeanne Burns
Just in time for the holidays, the Arthritis Association of Louisiana has made available a new symbol of hope for those who suffer from Arthritis and other forms of chronic pain.

Scam artists look to take advantage of you during the holiday season

By Attorney General's Office
Louisiana Attorney General Buddy Caldwell says the holiday season is a prime time for scam artists looking to take advantage of consumers.

5,000 toys donated to St. Vincent de Paul for needy kids in Baton Rouge

By Matt Boudreaux
A huge donation for St. Vincent de Paul today came from the group The Needy of Greater Baton Rouge.

Wal-Mart teams with Salvation Army to 'Fill the Truck'

By Salvation Army
On December 8, Wal-Mart and The Salvation Army of Greater Baton Rouge will launch the Fill the Truck Campaign, in which people are being asked to donate both toys and coats.

NBC33 and St. Vincent de Paul to hold Holiday Collection Drive

By David D'Aquin
NBC33 wants to thank everyone who helped out with our NBC33 – St. Vincent de Paul Supply Drive yesterday at Perkins Rowe. There's still time to help the people who are in need in Baton Rouge.

2013 Mardi Gras Parade Schedule

By Rhett Guillot
Parade goers have already started counting down the days for the largest tourism event for Louisiana. Fat Tuesday will be held this year on February 12. This is the day before Ash Wednesday, which notes the first day of Lent.

New Roads presents 'Christmas on False River'

By City of New Roads
The City of New Roads and New Roads Main Street will present its annual downtown Christmas celebration this weekend, beginning with the 29th Annual Holiday Memories Open House on Friday and Saturday, December 7-8, and then “Noel sur

Local church to hold third annual 'Singing in the Grove'

By Oak Grove Baptist Church
Oak Grove Baptist Church is honored to present the 3rd Annual Singing in the Grove on December 16, 2012 at 6:00 p.m., located at 17450 Old Jefferson Highway, Prairieville, LA 70769; located on the corner of Hwy 73 and Hwy 42, one block off of H
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CAA offering '12 Strays of Christmas', all animals at shelter $12 during December

By CAA
Just in time for the holidays, CAA introduces the 12 Strays of Christmas for $12, including all animals at the shelter.

Baton Rouge Christmas Parade to be held this weekend

By Cortana Kiwanis Club
The Annual Baton Rouge Christmas Parade has rolled through downtown every year since 1950. It's a holiday tradition in Baton Rouge and serves as the official welcome parade for Santa Claus.

American Cancer Society help line available 24-7 during holidays

By Media Relations
The holidays are a time when most people get together with friends and family to relax and reminisce. Cancer, however, doesn’t take a holiday.

Local businesses feeling benefit of increased holiday shopping

By Alex Deiro
Holiday shopping is up once again this year, and local businesses say they're benefitting from it.

Livingston food barrels hope to help spread 'The Gift of Christmas'

By Andrew Capasso
Members of the Livingston Parish Fire Protection District plan to help the community with their holiday program called "The Gift of Christmas."

Fannie and Freddie halt foreclosures for the holidays

By Les Christie
Homeowners facing foreclosure just received an early Christmas present: They won't be evicted from their homes over the holidays.
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Fire safety: Don’t let Christmas decorations force your family out of a home

By Kyle Myers
Electrical problems, space heaters, faulty tree lights, and candles all contribute to fires during the holidays.