Baton Rouge, La. – In honor of the Independence Day Holiday, City-Parish offices will be closed on Tuesday, July 4, 2023. Residential garbage, trash and recycling will be collected as normal.
Independence Day is a unifying holiday that brings people of diverse backgrounds together to celebrate our shared American identity and appreciate the freedoms and opportunities afforded by our nation’s independence.
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Mayor-President Sid Edwards spoke about community unity following a deadly shooting at Mall of Louisiana on April 23. He praised first responders’ actions while outlining steps being taken for safety improvements and support services.
The East Baton Rouge Metropolitan Council has approved Mayor-President Sid Edwards’ proposal for a historic pay raise for local police officers. The move aims at improving recruitment efforts amid significant staff shortages within BRPD.
Baton Rouge officials said all updates about today’s mass shooting will be posted via Mayor Sid Edwards’ official social media accounts. Residents are urged to follow these channels for accurate, timely information.
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