 BY DEANNA B. NARVESON | Staff writer It wouldn't be a new school year without some hiccups: The Tennessee-based company that has a contract to manage East Baton Rouge Parish school properties could be in danger of being replaced after the school board put off a vote to increase its current deal by nearly $1 million. The company has received a slew of complaints. Read the full story.
Fundraiser: Varsity Sports in Baton Rouge is hosting a fundraiser for Zeeland Street owner Stephanie Phares, who was recently diagnosed with lung cancer. The local running store, which is located next to the restaurant, will hold a 2 or 4-mile run/walk starting at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 29, around the Garden District for Phares, who has dedicated more than 30 years to the community through Zeeland Street cafe. Read more.
In Chicago: Kaitlyn Joshua, of Baton Rouge, told her story to the Democratic National Convention Monday night of being turned away from two hospitals because abortion was banned in Louisiana. She was one of three women who have been traveling the nation for the Harris For President Campaign on a Reproductive Rights Tour. Read more about her story. | 
