Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge is the capital of Louisiana in the US.
Catholic jurisdiction: Latin — Diocese of Baton Rouge
About Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge is located in the southeastern part of Louisiana, situated on the eastern bank of the Mississippi River. It serves as the capital of the state and the parish seat of East Baton Rouge Parish.
Baton Rouge is a city with a rich history and culture, known for its significant role in the state's economy and politics. The city's economy is driven by various industries, including education, healthcare, and government services, with a strong presence of Louisiana State University.
Baton Rouge's practical civic information, such as rules, fees, transport, and local services, can be found on rules.city, verified against official sources to provide accurate and reliable information for residents and visitors.
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Notable people from Baton Rouge
Ranked by number of Wikipedia languages that have an article — a proxy for cross-cultural notability. Data: Wikidata.
Stormy Danielsb. 1979American pornographic actress and director (born 1979)
Bobby Jindalb. 1971American politician and 55th governor of Louisiana (born 1971)
Bob Pettitb. 1932American basketball player and coach
Shane Westb. 1978American actor, musician and songwriter
Ted DiBiase Jr.b. 1982American professional wrestler and actor
YoungBoy Never Broke Againb. 1999American rapper (born 1999)
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Topics
• Courts & Judiciary
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📅 Events
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🏥 Healthcare & Hospitals
Public hospitals, health departments, emergency care, and vaccination information.
💊 Pharmacies
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📮 Post Offices
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• Schools & Education
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