274. Dawn Collins, part 1

274. Part 1 of our interview with Dawn Collins. Dawn is an advocate, public official, and small business owner.  On March 5, 2016, she was elected to the East Baton Rouge Parish School Board with nearly 80% of the vote. It was her first time being on a ballot. Dawn’s desire to empower families had led her into the world of grassroots organizing. She was drawn to President Obama’s message that community empowerment is a true vehicle of change. In 2008, she began work as a paid Staff Field Organizer and has continued the journey of organizing ever since.

1. This week in Louisiana history. August 18, 1769. "Bloody" O'Reilly arrives in N.O. with 24 ships and 2,600 Spanish troops to take possession of Louisiana for Spain.
2. This week in New Orleans history. Lafreniere Park Evolves from the
   Louisiana Revolution of 1768. Nicholas Chauvin de Lafreniere wass Arrested for Treason on August 18, 1769, and executed on October 25, 1769. Part of the family estate was eventually used in Lafreniere Park, which opened in 1982.
3. This week in Louisiana.
   76th Annual Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival
   September 27-30, 2018
   New Iberia, LA
   337-369-9323
   info@hisugar.org
   The Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival has assembled an excellent team comprised of volunteers, who are the backbone of the association. Their love for their community, loyalty to the festival, and experience in the industry sets this group for sweet success.
4. Postcards from Louisiana. Bruce and Lisa Walker listen to Maude Caillat play saxophone in the French Quarter.

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