John Francis was born without part of his right arm and hand. As he grew older, everyday tasks like getting dressed, going to school and participating in karate became more difficult.
The East Baton Rouge Council on Aging said it will seek a 2.0 property tax renewal to restore funding for services after voters rejected the council’s renewal, which was part of Mayor-President Sid Edwards’ failed Thrive tax plan.
People trying to grow or start a business in downtown Baton Rouge can now get free help through a new partnership between LSU’s Small Business Development Center and the Downtown Development District.
The West Baton Rouge Parish Fire Board has eliminated the full-time fire chief position and extended its arrangement with part-time Chief Butch Browning.