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Last Day to Early Vote. Find polling places Here: MOTOR VEHICLE BLDG2250 MAIN STBAKER, LA 70714-2529225-389-5206FIRE STA...
06/20/2026

Last Day to Early Vote. Find polling places Here:

MOTOR VEHICLE BLDG
2250 MAIN ST
BAKER, LA 70714-2529
225-389-5206
FIRE STATION BLDG
11010 COURSEY BLVD
BATON ROUGE, LA 70816
225-389-7682
* LOUISIANA STATE ARCHIVES BLDG
3851 ESSEN LANE
BATON ROUGE, LA 70809
* CENTRAL BRANCH LIBRARY
11260 JOOR ROAD
BATON ROUGE, LA 70818
* BATON ROUGE CITY HALL
222 ST LOUIS ST, ROOM 604
BATON ROUGE, LA 70802
225-389-3940

06/20/2026

πŸš— Road Safety Reminder:

Before you travel, check current road conditions and use caution on roadways. Never drive around barricades or attempt to drive through flooded roads.

For state highway and roadway closure information, call 5-1-1.

For local road closures and emergency updates, visit brla.gov/emergency

Happy Juneteenth! β€οΈπŸ–€πŸ’šToday, we commemorate June 19, 1865, when the last enslaved African Americans in Texas learned of ...
06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth! β€οΈπŸ–€πŸ’š

Today, we commemorate June 19, 1865, when the last enslaved African Americans in Texas learned of their freedomβ€”more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom, resilience, culture, and the ongoing pursuit of equality and opportunity for all.

As we honor the sacrifices and achievements of those who came before us, let us continue to strengthen our communities, embrace diversity, and work together to build a future rooted in justice, understanding, and unity.

May this day inspire reflection, celebration, and hope.

06/18/2026

A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Louisiana and Mississippi until 6 AM CDT

06/18/2026

πŸ“Œ STAY INFORMED – During Tropical Storm Arthur, For real-time updates on sand and sandbag locations, road closures, flooding impacts, and other emergency information in East Baton Rouge Parish, visit: www.brla.gov/emergency

Stay safe and

06/18/2026

As Tropical Storm Arthur approaches our area, having the right information can help keep you and your family safe. Save these important numbers:

πŸ“² 211 – Emergency information, community resources, and crisis counseling

🌳 311 – Report trees and debris in roadways, street flooding, and other non-emergency local issues

πŸ›£οΈ 511 – Get updates on state road closures and travel conditions

🚨 911 – For emergencies only when there is an immediate threat to life, health, or property

Stay informed, stay prepared, and continue to monitor local weather updates.

In observance of the Juneteenth Holiday, all City-Parish offices will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026.There will be r...
06/17/2026

In observance of the Juneteenth Holiday, all City-Parish offices will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026.

There will be regular curbside garbage, recycling, and out-of-cart collection services on Juneteenth. The Republic Services recycling drop-off center on Tom Drive will remain open 24 hours a day throughout the holiday period.

City-Parish offices will reopen on Monday morning, June 22.

06/17/2026

🚨 FREE SAND AVAILABLE 🚨

In preparation for the potential 10–20 inches of rainfall forecasted for our area, we are offering FREE sand while supplies last.

βœ… Bring your own bags
βœ… Self-serve
βœ… Available while supplies last

Please note: Our store will be closed Thursday due to the expected severe weather and out of concern for the safety of our employees and customers.

We encourage everyone to take the necessary precautions to protect their homes and property. Please share this post with friends, family, and neighbors who may need sandbags.

Stay safe and be prepared!

06/17/2026

The application period is now open until 6/18 for the following positions: EMT, AEMT, Paramedic, Emergency Communications Officer

06/17/2026

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Baton Rouge, LA
70802

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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