🌱 Hooters Uniforms + Mentorship Programs + Water Creek Watershed

Happy Friday, people of Baton Rouge! Let's get you all caught up to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

Partial sunshine. High: 85 Low: 61.

Here are the top stories today in Baton Rouge:

1. Hooters of Louisiana released a statement on employee uniforms. Employees have made complaints about the lack of fabric in the new uniforms. However, Hooters of Louisiana stated they will not force employees to wear them. (KLFY)
2. ‘Respect for Life’ mentorship programs kicked off at Scotlandville High School. The program teaches students to be open about issues in their schools and communities. They're also taught what to do if they ever get in uncomfortable situations. (BRProud.com)
3. East Baton Rouge officials held a virtual public meeting for Ward Creek Watershed on Thursday night where they shared information about flooding and drainage based on data collected. (WAFB)
4. A Baton Rouge man was killed by a driver during a police chase, and the driver was convicted of negligent homicide. (The Advocate)
5. The Baton Rouge Symphony celebrated 75 years with an anniversary concert that featured the Orchestra, the Louisiana Youth Orchestra, and pianist Jon Nakamatsu. (BRProud.com)

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You're all caught up for today! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with another update. If you're enjoying these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— Kayla Harrison

About me: Kayla Harrison is a Writing Arts professor, as well as a freelance writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. She holds a Master's Degree in Writing Arts and is grateful to incorporate writing into everything she does. In her free time, you can find her listening to podcasts, writing poetry, and visiting local coffee shops.