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Twitter: more than a social network

Twitter: more than a social network

By Aggi Ashagre July 10, 2013

Traditional forms of media consumption are slowly, but surely, being replaced by social media platforms. Specifically, the platform that limits commentary to 140 characters or less: Twitter. Live-tweeting...

Sylvia Chatman, a local poet also known by her stage name "Sincere Scribe," recites poetry July 10, 2013 at The Red Shoes in Baton Rouge.

Womanly Words: Local poets to perform pieces on women, faith

By Taylor Schoen July 10, 2013

Sylvia Chatman did what many do not have the courage to do: She left her job at city court earlier this year to pursue her true passion. In her case, it’s poetry. In May, Chatman left her 9-to-5...

Shameika Marshall-Corbin dances during the Essence Festival's Family Reunion Day at Woldenberg Park in New Orleans Thursday, July 4, 2013. (AP Photo/Nola.com/The Times-Picayune, Brett Duke)

Essence Fest attracts thousands to New Orleans

By Aggi Ashagre July 5, 2013

The Essence Music Festival has been a staple among the African-American community for the past 19 years. The festival, which takes place in New Orleans each year, focuses on entertainment and hot button...

FILE - In this Dec. 30, 2010 file photo, Paula Deen speaks in Pasadena, Calif. Sears Holdings Corp. announced Friday, June 28, 2013, that it is cutting ties with Southern celebrity chef Deen, adding to the list of companies severing their relationship following revelations that Deen used racial slurs in the past. (AP Photo/Nick Ut, File)

This Week in Pop Culture: June 24

By Aggi Ashagre June 28, 2013

Paula Deen Shunned After Scandal The only thing Paula Deen’s name has been cooking up lately is controversy. In a video-taped deposition from last month, the former Food Network star was asked if...

The Rouge Morimoto Imperial Pilser, shown above, is served in a ceramic bottle and has a golden, hazy body.

Beer of the Week: Morimoto not for the faint of heart

By Connor Tarter June 26, 2013

The Rogue Morimoto Imperial Pilsner is a fabulous candidate for representing my idea of what a pilsner should be. It would easily be my go-to for introducing a first time pilsner drinker to that type of...

‘Bingeing’ preferred for TV

By Aggi Ashagre June 26, 2013

The thought of moderation isn’t one that exists to this generation of television viewers. Instead, there’s binge watching. Binge-watching is the act of watching a season or a whole series of...

A blackberry flavored snoball sits on a bench June 25, 2013 outside of Zydeco Sneaux.

Snow-filled Summer: Baton Rouge’s top five snoball stands

By Taylor Schoen June 26, 2013

As the heat bounces off the pavement and the humidity grows stronger everyday, it can be a challenge to stay cool in Baton Rouge. Local snoball stands are helping residents stave off the sweltering weather....

Swimsuit

Swimsuit season selections affordable, diverse

By Amber Mason June 19, 2013

Swimsuit season is here, and we’ve compiled the latest trends, affordable stores and advice on the perfect bathing suit for your body. Trends Among bathing suits, fringes, floral print and polka...

Wildfower Presents, Tsunami to host solstice party

By Taylor Schoen June 19, 2013

Although the weather has said otherwise for weeks, summer has yet to officially emerge. The summer solstice will begin tomorrow, and to celebrate, event planners Wildflower Presents and Japanese restaurant...

The Smokin’ Bishop beer from Invercargill Brewery tastes like beef jerky but still provides a classic beer taste. It has a strong smoky flavoring but has remnants of other meats like ribs, pulled pork and bacon.

Opinion: Beef jerky beer a smoky success

By Connor Tarter June 19, 2013

I don’t know how they did it, but the geniuses at Invercargill Brewery in New Zealand brewed and bottled liquid beef jerky. Imagine, if you can, eating a fresh bag of jerky from the corner store....

University alumna Ashley Hebert will compete on July 26 and 27 in the Miss International Pageant in Chicago. Hebert also holds the titles of former Miss Black Louisiana and Miss Louisiana International.

Alumna to represent state in Miss International pageant

By Amber Mason June 19, 2013

University alumna and former Student Government Senator Ashley Hebert will represent Louisiana in the 2013 Miss International Pageant on July 26 and 27 in Chicago. The former Miss Black Louisiana and...

St. Sebastian Grand Reserve Belgian Strong Ale

Beer of the Week: St. Sebastian Grand Reserve Belgian Strong Ale

By Connor Tarter June 15, 2013

Beer is, and always will be, a very important product in our society. Throughout history, beer has been not only a social lubricant, but a vastly varied beverage that at times has been safer to drink than...