Former Louisiana Gov. Buddy Roemer to Speak at July 30 Press Club

Former Louisiana Gov. Buddy Roemer will address the Press Club at noon Monday, July 30.

Roemer, who is the founder of Business First Bank in Baton Rouge, will discuss the impact of money in politics as well as the challenges of the banking industry in America.

Press Club meets on Mondays at the De La Ronde Hall in downtown Baton Rouge at 320 Third St. Lunch, which is served at 11:30 a.m., is $12 for members and $15 for nonmembers.

The public is invited, but only members of the Press Club and members of the news media are allowed to ask questions during the question-and-answer portion of the program.


Jim Caldwell with Kisatchie National Forest to Speak at July 23 Press Club

Jim Caldwell, staff officer for public affairs, recreation and heritage for the Kisatchie National Forest, will address the Press Club at noon Monday, July 23.
Caldwell will discuss the national forest’s past, present and future, including its economic impact on the state.

Press Club meets on Mondays at the De La Ronde Hall in downtown Baton Rouge at 320 Third St. Lunch, which is served at 11:30 a.m., is $12 for members and $15 for nonmembers.

The public is invited, but only members of the Press Club and members of the news media are allowed to ask questions during the question-and-answer portion of the program.