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Lenten-friendly restaurants to eat this Lent near LSU

By Laura Allen, Entertainment Reporter March 5, 2025

With Lent just one week away, it's nearly time for students who celebrate to begin observing all the Lenten traditions that come with the season. Though it can be quite difficult to find places that...

New Orleans based photographer Carlos Sanchez.

New Orleans based creative and photographer Carlos Sanchez is a jack of all trades

By Aris Williams, Entertainment Reporter March 4, 2025

New Orleans based photographer Carlos Sanchez made waves in the creative world by utilizing his skills and unique visions to produce original concepts through his photoshoots, and he believes it all began...

The Scoop: March events to check out on campus

The Scoop: March events to check out on campus

By Olivia Tomlinson, Entertainment Editor March 3, 2025

Wednesday, March 5 Mardi Gras break ends at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, March 6 Information Fair | Honors College Enjoy pizza while learning about all the course offerings for the Ogden Honors College...

LSU mascot Mike the Tiger throws beads Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025, on Tower Drive in Baton Rouge, La.

Music Monday: A classic New Orleans Mardi Gras playlist

By Olivia Tomlinson, Entertainment Editor March 3, 2025

Louisiana’s largest and most vibrant party is just around the corner. Mardi Gras is a celebration deeply rooted in the history and culture of Louisiana. With a plethora of combined sounds, Mardi...

Twibr graphic (use this one) This week in baton rouge

This week in BR: Mardi Gras, LSU sports and more

By Lexie Ware, Entertainment Reporter March 2, 2025

Monday, March 3 Krewe of Shenandoah Parade | 6610 Jones Creek Rd. The Krewe of Shenandoah is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing goodwill to Shenandoah with the celebration of Mardi Gras....

KLSU Radio's 17th Annual Fundraiser

KLSU Radio’s 17th Annual Fundraiser

By Cade Williams, Station Manager February 28, 2025

KLSU Radio is having its annual fundraiser to raise funds for the station’s future. The fundraiser will be kicked off with an event at Baton Rouge Music Studios in Mid City on March 8th from 1-6 p.m....

Float from Endymion 2024 inside the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, La.

Endymion riders and fans share why they love the iconic krewe

By Lexie Ware, Entertainment Reporter February 28, 2025

Nothing compares to the excitement of Mardi Gras parades. From attending extravagant balls to catching prized throws, one parade has set a standard far above the rest: The Krewe of Endymion. Founded...

What’s Geauxing On: Inspiration for last-minute Mardi Gras outfits

By Gracie Guillot, Entertainment Reporter February 27, 2025

The Mardi Gras season is kicking off this weekend with several major parades across Louisiana. Spanish Town Parade: Saturday at 12 p.m. in Baton Rouge Krewe of Endymion: Saturday at 4 p.m. in Mid-City...

Jeff Rosenstock, Soul Glo & Bad Operation 2/21

Jeff Rosenstock, Soul Glo & Bad Operation Concert Review

By Joel Rodriguez, KLSU Music Journalist February 27, 2025

On February 18th, 2025, Tipitina’s hosted an evening concert featuring local ska punk group Bad Operation, black hardcore punk outfit Soul Glo and experienced pop punk artist Jeff Rosenstock. Each of...

Baton Rouge Spanish Town parade 2024.

The history behind Baton Rouge’s Spanish Town parade and its iconic pink flamingos

By Ashlynn Baillio and Olivia Tomlinson February 27, 2025

Each year, a flock of two dozen, large flamboyant pink flamingos land in the LSU lakes, meaning one thing: Spanish Town Mardi Gras is near. These plywood birds are claimed by Baton Rouge locals who...

Entertainers wear intricately beaded traditional Mardi Gras costumes during LSU's Mardi Gras Mambo on Feb 25, 2025 on Tower Drive in Baton Rouge, La.

Mardi Gras Mambo allows students to experience Louisiana’s biggest tradition

By Lana Lawson, Entertainment Reporter February 26, 2025

Campus Life brought food, beads and carnival fun at the Mardi Gras Mambo event held on Tower Drive. The Mardi Gras Mambo on Tuesday, Feb. 25 featured an exclusive LSU themed float, where students had...

SNL Top Performances

Saturday Night Live: 50 Years of Iconic Musical Performances

By Makala Borland, Music Journalist February 26, 2025

For five decades, Saturday Night Live has been a platform for some of the most iconic musical performances in television history. From legendary rock bands to groundbreaking hip-hop acts, SNL has consistently...