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Jason P. Leonard of Lafayette performs at the Stand Up Pop Up, which combines chefs and comedians in a free monthly show that is hosted by local comedian Jeff Buck on Tuesday, October 18, 2016, at the Spanish Moon.

Deviled avocados, Gulf Coast comedy fest entertainers featured at this month’s ‘Stand-Up, Pop-Up’

By Allie Cobb October 18, 2016

Comedy and cuisine collided last night at Spanish Moon. At “Stand-Up, Pop-Up,” guests were invited to share some laughs while munching on Chef Michael Kopynec’s deviled avocados. The...

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NYFW makeup artist finds home in Baton Rouge

By Cynthea Corfah October 17, 2016

While most makeup artists have their own clientele base — weddings, proms, high-fashion — makeup artist and director Katrina Liza’s clients are as diverse as her abilities. Liza, 27,...

LSU business management senior Chase Warner (left) and African and African American studies and political science senior Monturios Howard (right) organize the 100 black suit and dress challenge Monday Oct. 17, 2016, in the LSU Greek Theater.

100 Black Movement makes its way to LSU

By Jakeyka Chavis October 17, 2016

The 100 Black Movement has been a trend among black communities at various HBCUs, first starting as 100 Black Men In Suits, then incorporating 100 Black Women In Dresses. Black University students gathered...

University men react to CoverGirl introducing first male spokesperson

By David Beerman October 17, 2016

For the first time in its history, CoverGirl’s newest spokesperson is not a girl. Instead, it’s 17-year-old Instagram celebrity and makeup artist James Charles, who was featured in an Oct....

Bark'N BBQ gives sheltered dogs a home, allows for friendly local competition

Bark’N BBQ gives sheltered dogs a home, allows for friendly local competition

By Semaj Atkinson October 16, 2016

In hopes of finding some cuddly canines a home, Friends of the Animals Shelter hosted its second annual Bark’N BBQ on Sunday. Fighting for the chance to win a secret grand prize, vendors put their...

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Mafia III storyline does not make up for boring gameplay

By Jay Cranford October 16, 2016

One of my favorite games of the previous video game generation was Mafia II (2010), so after six years of waiting, Mafia III was one of my most anticipated releases of 2016. Developer Hangar 13 choose...

The Birth of a Nation

Movie Review: ‘The Birth of a Nation’

By Jakeyla Chavis October 14, 2016

Nate Parker’s “The Birth of a Nation," premiered in theaters on Oct. 7. The movie depicts the true story of one of the biggest slave revolts in history, led by the infamous Nat Turner. Nate...

Total Petrochemicals handing out jambalaya at the 29th annual Jambalaya Jam on Thursday, Oct. 13 at North Blvd Town Square in downtown Baton Rouge.

Hundreds gather for the 29th annual Jambalaya Jam

By Allie Cobb October 13, 2016

Elderly people, young children and everyone in-between braved the heat for some Louisiana spice on Thursday night. Hundreds gathered in North Boulevard Town Square for great food, live music and cold drinks...

Local rapper Kareem Awad shares his passion for music on Thursday, Oct. 13, 2016 at LSU Student Union. He will be perfroming on Friday, Oct. 14, 2016 at Spanish Moon.

LSU alum balances school, job and sucessful rap career

By Raykael Morris @Raykael_Morris October 13, 2016

Managing school, multiple jobs and a music career, recent University alumnus Kareem Awad proves that he has what it takes to be the next superstar. Awad began rapping his senior year of high school and...

A customized Daily Reveille cupcake depicts Chelsi's cupcake collection.

Baton Rouge native creates a sweet treat brand.

By Semaj Atkinson @SemajAtkinson October 13, 2016

As the holiday season approaches, Baton Rouge native Chelsi Flowers prepares a full kitchen’s worth of sweet treats for parties and other events. Through her business Cupcakes by Chelsi, Flowers...

Heather Feierabend, mandolin player for the band The Wilder Janes, talks about their newly released album on Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2016 in then bands practice room.

Local all-female band performs chamber folk music throughout community

By Raykael Morris October 12, 2016

Harpist Becca Babin, marimbist Melissa Wilson and guitarist Heather Feierabend are anything but “plain janes.” The three Louisiana natives make up an unlikely female power trio as members of...

This Halloween season, BREC will be hosting BREC-A-Boo in Baker, Louisiana, and BREC's Trick & Treat.

Local Halloween-themed outdoor, nightlife activities in full swing

By Allie Cobb October 12, 2016

As the fall season settles in, Baton Rouge offers many festive events leading up to Halloween. With activities of all kinds, there’s sure to be something for everyone. Get Outdoors BREC-A-Boo will...