🌱 Severe Weather & Closures Today + Advanced BR HS Classes?

Hey, people of Baton Rouge! Nicole Fallon-Peek here with the Tuesday issue of the Baton Rouge Daily.

First, today's weather:

A few t-storms, some severe. High: 79 Low: 52.

Here are the top three stories in Baton Rouge today:

1. A series of strong storms are expected to poor weather to virtually every part of Louisiana, including Baton Rouge, today, Mar. 22. Schools throughout the region are planning to keep their doors closed as the strong storm system sweeps through. The storm is expected to bring the threat of tornadoes, hail, and high winds. The Governor's Office of Emergency Preparedness and FEMA issued warnings that the weather could impact those living in temporary housing units put in place after recent hurricanes. (The Advocate)
2. For the past few weeks, East Baton Rouge Parish School officials have held a series of informational sessions at area schools to answer parents' questions about a new mandatory program called “Pathways to Bright Futures.” The program requires high school students to take at least one advanced-level course per year. But many parents still have questions and concerns, specifically regarding the program’s funding. (WWNO)
3. In light of high gas prices, Visit Baton Rouge is evaluating its marketing plans to attract tourists to the city. According to President and CEO Paul Arrigo, the organization is monitoring gasoline prices and other travel-associated costs and may focus its marketing on the in-state and immediate drive-in market in response. (Greater Baton Rouge Business Report)

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Today in Baton Rouge:

• BINGO At East Baton Rouge Parish Library (10:00 AM)
• Combined Age Storytime At East Baton Rouge Parish Library (10:30 AM)
• Teen Gaming Club At East Baton Rouge Parish Library (3:30 PM)
• Writing for Everyday Life At East Baton Rouge Parish Library (4:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• On Mar. 27 at 2:00 p.m., Baton Rouge General will host "The Big Adventure," a city-wide father-daughter scavenger hunt where dads and their girls compete against other father-daughter teams from the comfort of their vehicles. Get the details on BRProud.com. (BRProud.com)
• Looking for a new job in the Baton Rouge area? Check out Patch's latest employment roundup to see who's hiring! (Baton Rouge Patch)
• Want to enjoy a great meal while helping the community fight hunger? On Wednesday, Mar. 23, dine at Mestizo Louisiana Mexican Cuisine and 23 percent of your bill will be donated to the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank! (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday. I'll see you soon!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.