West Baton Rouge Parish residents demonstrate the power of neighbors helping neighbors Brusly LA - In the wake of a devastating house fire that destroyed a family's home on Live Oak Drive Saturday afternoon, the West Baton Rouge Parish community has responded with an extraordinary outpouring of support
June 08, 2025
After years of setbacks, advocates including motorcycle crash survivor Anthony Summers finally see distracted driving bill reach governor's desk Editor's note: Anthony Summers, one of the advocates featured in this story, is the brother of the author. The phone call that changed Anthony Summers' advocacy
June 06, 2025
Port Allen City Council Honors Police Officers, Reviews Development Plans Port Allen, LA – June 4, 2025 The Port Allen City Council held committee meetings on June 4, 2025, addressing public safety updates, development projects, and upcoming community events. Police Officers Recognized for Life-Saving Actions The evening's highlight came
June 06, 2025
Frustrated property owners detail thousands in damages as officials pledge ongoing drainage improvements ADDIS, La. - Tensions ran high at Tuesday's town council meeting on May 13 as residents voiced mounting frustration over recurring flooding that has plagued the community for years, with some property owners reporting losses
June 05, 2025
PORT ALLEN , LA – The West Baton Rouge Parish Council held public meetings on May 8 and May 22, 2025, covering zoning changes, drainage initiatives, emergency services funding, and a newly approved moratorium on carbon capture and sequestration storage (CCSS) projects. The meetings included both routine parish updates and contentious debate
June 04, 2025
Prepared by WBR Independent Last updated: June 2025 📅 Hurricane Season Timeline Season Dates: June 1 – November 30 Louisiana residents know hurricane season isn’t about "if"—it’s about "when." This master guide was created specifically for West Baton Rouge Parish residents, with local resources, preparation
June 04, 2025
By the WBR Independent Williams and Lee Park, Port Allen, LA Even with a lighter turnout than expected, the energy was strong and the mission clear at William & Lee Park on May 31: Stop the Violence. Hosted by Tykisha Mason and Clerice M. Lacy, the Annual Stop the Violence
June 03, 2025
📍 600 Block of Court Street Port Allen, LA A potentially serious house fire was averted Monday evening thanks to the sharp observation and fast action of Cpl. Latrese Darden and Ofc. Kajian Clark, a recent hire with the Port Allen Police Department. The two officers were conducting a routine shift
June 02, 2025
West Baton Rouge Museum in Port Allen, LA The chairs were full, and the room at the West Baton Rouge Museum was alive with conversation, laughter, and quiet reverence. Community members had come together to celebrate the closing of an exhibit—not as an ending, but as a tribute to
May 28, 2025