The Advocate newspaper and their journalistic ancestors have been a vital force covering south Louisiana for more than 175 years.
The Advocate is a daily morning newspaper published daily since 1925 and includes The New Orleans Advocate and The Acadiana Advocate.
The newspaper is owned by Capital City Press, founded in 1909 by Charles P. Manship Sr. and James Edmonds. Manship purchased his partner's interest in 1912, and the company was run by the founder's four grandchildren — David Manship, Richard Manship, Dina Manship Planche and Douglas Manship Jr., — until its purchase by the Georges Media Group in 2012.
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The East Baton Rouge Parish Library (EBRPL) is a comprehensive public library system serving the residents of East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana. Established in 1939 with a modest collection of donated books, it has expanded to encompass 14 branches, including the Main Library located at 7711 Goodwood Boulevard in Baton Rouge.
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EBRPL offers an extensive collection exceeding 2 million items, comprising books, movies, electronic resources, and circulating artwork. The library provides a variety of services and programs tailored to different age groups and interests, such as resources for children, teens, adults, seniors, small businesses, and career development. Specialized departments include Outreach & Bookmobile services and Special Collections.
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The Main Library, opened in 2014, spans 129,000 square feet across three floors. It houses over 500,000 items and features amenities like a quiet reading room, a 300-capacity meeting room, a public rooftop terrace, and a technology lab. Additionally, it hosts the Career Center, offering free services to assist individuals in career transitions.
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EBRPL is committed to community engagement, operating seven days a week and offering bookmobiles and outreach services. The library organizes numerous programs and events for all age groups and collaborates with local artists, writers, schools, and community organizations. The Special Collections Department houses the Baton Rouge Room, one of the largest archives of Louisiana history, including photographs, manuscripts, and memorabilia.
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For more information about the library's services, locations, and programs, visit their official website.
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