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REPORT IT, SEE IT FIXED! BREC’s new Rapid Response Program makes it easier than ever for families to help keep parks safe and fun. Launched in September, the program lets visitors quickly report issues like broken equipment, landscaping problems, or safety concerns. You can submit requests by phone, text, email, website, or mobile app, and even track the progress until it’s resolved. In its first weeks, the community submitted 333 tickets, with 213 already addressed. By giving residents a direct line to BREC staff, the program ensures parks stay clean, safe, and enjoyable for everyone. ■ brec.org/rapidresponse
PEDAL, STROLL & EXPLORE Exciting updates are coming to River Road! Two new bicycle and pedestrian projects will extend the Mississippi River Levee Trail north and create safer connections along River Road, making it easier for families and commuters to walk, bike, and enjoy the riverfront. Spearheaded by the Downtown Development District in partnership with the City-Parish, construction is set to begin soon. Funded through state grants from the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development and the Louisiana Department of Culture, Recreation, and Tourism, these projects bring residents closer to downtown while promoting active, healthy lifestyles along the city’s scenic riverfront. ■ downtownbatonrouge.org
SPICE UP YOUR DINNER PLANS Chicken Wagon is turning up the heat in Baton Rouge
with its second location on Coursey Boulevard! Known for its Nashville hot chicken, the menu
also features sandwiches, tenders, loaded fries, mac and cheese, and more. The new spot is open Sunday– Tuesday from 10 a.m. to midnight, and Wednesday– Saturday until 1 a.m., making it perfect for lunch, dinner, or a late-night craving. Chicken lovers now have even more opportunities to enjoy this local favorite. Visit 14041 Coursey Boulevard to spice up your next meal! ■ chickenwagon.us
CLOSER TO HOME CARE Our Lady of the Lake is expanding health care in Livingston Parish with a new 10-bed observation unit—the first of its kind locally. Opening in early 2026, the unit allows patients who need extra monitoring, fluids, or antibiotics to stay close to family instead of transferring to Baton Rouge. Partnerships with Acadian Ambulance ensure safe transfers when needed. The $5 million project is the next step in the hospital’s ongoing commitment to bring quality care closer to home, with future expansions planned for services like mammography and additional testing. Families can look forward to more accessible, patient-centered care. ■ fmolhs.org
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