On August 2, members of the Edward Livingston Historical Association gathered at the Livingston Parish Library for a thought-provoking presentation by Dr. Keith M. Finley, an associate professor of …
Summer heat in Louisiana can cause many rose bushes to slow down or go nearly dormant. August marks a pivotal time in rose care. Pruning and fertilizing now rejuvenates actively growing roses and …
Maybe the start of a new school year has you dreaming about fall leaves, pumpkins, and cool weather, but we all know in South Louisiana that it’s still a few weeks, if not months, away. Going …
If you need a new book for your TBR list, you’ve come to the right place – here are the Livingston Parish Library book club selections for August! All LPL branches host …
Homeowners may be surprised to learn they have elderberries growing wild on their property. Elderberries ( Sambucus spp.) have gained popularity in Louisiana for their usefulness in jams, syrups, and …
DENHAM SPRINGS — Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa celebrated the grand opening of its first Louisiana location last week with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and community event at its new …
LIVINGSTON PARISH— Courtney Strickland-Vicari, the reigning Mrs. Louisiana USA 2025 , is expressing deep gratitude to her family, sponsors, and supporters across Livingston Parish and the state …
LIVINGSTON — The Livingston Parish Council on Thursday recognized a group of volunteer gardeners for their contributions to the ongoing beautification project at the Parish Governmental …
South Louisiana’s warm, humid climate and diverse landscapes provides a haven for insect life. There are nearly one million named species of insects. Spend any length of time outdoors and you …
LIVINGSTON, La. – Livingston Parish Assessor Jeff Taylor announced that he and local volunteers will once again provide school supplies to needy families in Livingston Parish through the ASSESS …
My mom often read “The Giving Tree” by Shel Silverstein to me when I was a child. Maybe that is the reason I love trees. Of all the home visits I go on, the ones I dislike the most are …
July in South Louisiana is hotter than the 4th of July firecrackers and last much longer too. We are all too familiar with the intense heat, high humidity, and frequent hit-or-miss afternoon …
“You are my sunshine, my only sunshine. You make me happy when skies are gray. You'll never know dear how much I love you. Please don't take my sunshine away.” Former Louisiana Governor …
Joe Koczrowski, Chief of District 5 Fire Department, and Assistant Chief Charles Weaver received a special delivery of snacks from the IOTA Master Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi. The donation was a …
Fifty-nine 4-H members from across Livingston Parish kicked off their summer with a week of learning and fun at the Grant Walker Educational Center in Pollock, Louisiana. The camp, held May …
Nineteen 4-H members from Livingston Parish participated in the 111th annual 4-H University , held June 17–19, 2025, on the campus of Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge. Formerly known …
A local youth ballet took audience members to a world of sweets and enchantment during a riveting performance! As part of its weeklong tour in the Greater Baton Rouge area, the BRBT Youth Ballet …
DENHAM SPRINGS — Denham Springs honored Juneteenth this past week with a series of events celebrating African American history, community unity, and the legacy of emancipation. The …
I’ll preface this article by saying I do not recommend relying on this method for growing pumpkins, but there are many parts of it that we should replicate. Have you planted pumpkins …
TUSCALOOSA, AL (06/24/2025)-- The Fulbright Program selected 15 University of Alabama students for various awards for the 2025-2026 academic year. The Fulbright U.S. Student Program offers …
Visitors to the Denham Springs-Walker Library this month are being treated to a special showcase of creativity, craftsmanship, and personal expression — all courtesy of some of Livingston …
LIVINGSTON, La. – Faith Bridges, an incoming senior at Doyle High School, has been honored with the prestigious Tulane Book Award for the 2024–2025 academic year. Presented annually …
BATON ROUGE, La. – South Live Oak Elementary has been awarded the Louisiana School Physical Activity Award by the Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) for championing …
Fortuitously, last week’s article on the native St. Johnswort led me to further investigate native pollinator plants. Unknowingly, June is designated as native pollinator month. I would like to …
People of all ages enjoyed an exciting live animal experience when local animal experts visited the Livingston Parish Library this month. Nature on the Geaux, which aims to foster a deeper …