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Morgan Russell is the Director of Operations of the new local media group, Platform Entertainment.

New company hopes to bring more entertainment to BR

By Alexis Rebennack October 28, 2013

A new Baton Rouge company plans on giving local acts and big names a platform to entertain University students. Platform announced its existence Oct. 15 at the Downtown Development District Meeting. Jordan...

FILE - In this Dec. 6, 2012 file photo singer Kanye West, left, talks to his girlfriend Kim Kardashian before an NBA basketball game between the Miami Heat and the New York Knicks in Miami. Authorities say an airline employee is being investigated for allowing West and Kardashian to bypass a security checkpoint at New York's Kennedy Airport. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz, File)

This Week in Pop Culture (October 25)

By Aggi Ashagre October 26, 2013

Kanye West Proposes to Kim Kardashian  Kim Kardashian is officially going to make her way down the aisle for the third time!  Kanye West popped the big question this week in the most extravagant...

Amy Renee Heidemann and Nicholas Louis "Nick" Noonan, of Karmin, perform Thursday, Oct. 24 2013, at the LSU Homecoming Concert held at the parade grounds

Karmin plays at LSU Homecoming Concert

By Rebecca Docter October 24, 2013

The name “Karmin” is a “portmanteau,” or combination of words, created from the Latin word “Carmen,” meaning “songs” and the word “karma.” It’s...

'Scandal' Precap - Episode 3.03 - Mrs. Smith Goes to Washington

‘Scandal’ Precap – Episode 3.03 – Mrs. Smith Goes to Washington

By Aggi Ashagre October 24, 2013

As any O.G (Original Gladiator) knows, it can be difficult to keep up with the fast-paced world of Pope & Associates. So, now that season three is in full swing, let’s take a look at the key...

A puppet scares maze-goers Friday night, Oct. 18, 2013 at the Cajun Country Cornmaze in Pine Grove, Louisiana.

Monster Maze: Corn maze provides alternative to haunted house

By Taylor Schoen October 23, 2013

Chainsaws whir, clowns laugh maniacally, strobe lights flicker in the darkness and madmen lurk around every corner. What sounds like the makings of a grisly horror movie can actually be found at Cajun...

photo courtesy of Kimberly Vodicka

Fast food drag ball raises funds for literary festival

By Samantha Bares October 23, 2013

Partying is hard work, and many cannot resist the lure of a burrito hunt when the party is mid-swing. But this Friday, Spanish Moon will host a ball at which the burritos rain upon the partiers, eliminating...

Worst "Sexy" Halloween Costumes

Worst “Sexy” Halloween Costumes

By Aggi Ashagre October 22, 2013

As Halloween approaches, you're probably in the market for a new costume. However, shopping for a costume isn't quite the same as it used to be. Once parties and taking shots replaced trick-or-treating...

The Jurassic Roll from Koi Sushi.

What the Shell?: Entertainment writers round up the best of Baton Rouge seafood

By Katie Daigrepont October 21, 2013

Rob Kitchen, entertainment writer Catfish Poboy - Dempsey’s Poboys Price: $9.99 for a large catfish poboy Presentation and Taste: It’s nothing special, but that’s not a bad thing. A poboy...

photo courtesy of Sean O'Kane

Kevin Devine launches national tour, two new albums

By Rebecca Docter October 21, 2013

Buzzing along a crowded New York City street, Kevin Devine is running his final errands before he begins his lengthy U.S. tour, followed by dates in the U.K. “The albums came out yesterday and we...

Angola Prison Rodeo

Angola Rodeo blurs line between fun, exploitation

By Shamiyah Kelley October 21, 2013

Every year, the prisoners at Louisiana State Penitentiary, better known as Angola, gather around to fight bulls and sell handmade crafts and food. Originally started as a morale booster for inmates at...

Actor Charlie Hunnam arrives on the red carpet at the season six premiere screening of the television series "Sons of Anarchy" at the Dolby Theatre on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013 in Los Angeles. (Photo by Dan Steinberg/Invision/AP)

This Week in Pop Culture (October 18)

By Aggi Ashagre October 18, 2013

Lead "50 Shades of Grey" Actor Drops Out Of Movie Sorry Charlie Hunnam fans, but your favorite actor will no longer be playing the sex-crazed Christian Grey in the "50 Shades of Grey" film. Universal studios...

"Guess Who's Coming to Dinner"

“Scandal” Precap Week 2: “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner”

By Aggi Ashagre October 17, 2013

As any OG [original gladiator] knows, it can be difficult to keep up with the fast-paced world of Pope & Associates. So, now that season three is in full swing, let’s take a look at the top 5...