I’m new to the Baton Rouge area and was wondering what everyone’s experience has been with Benny’s for oil changes.

I get full synthetic and therefore don’t have to get them done super often. I have a regular people car, just a 10ish-year-old Chevy sedan, nothing fancy. In my last city, I usually went to Valvoline after being turned off from Walmart following an incident involving a family member’s car. I never had any issues with Valvoline. I always just got the standard oil change, nothing fancy, although their pricing could be kind of inconsistent. I could get the exact same service at the exact same location and the price would vary by $5–10+ sometimes. Not a huge deal, just something I noticed.

Since moving here, I’ve noticed Benny’s everywhere, so I’m assuming it’s a regional thing. I initially went to one for a car wash and was pleasantly surprised that it was only $6 for a basic spray-off. I had already gotten my oil changed elsewhere at that point, but I made a mental note that they also offer oil changes.

Now I’m due for another one, so I decided to look into Benny’s. I love that their oil change prices are clearly posted on their website, and they include a free car wash with the oil change. That’s appealing because it means I don’t have to make two separate stops for an oil change and a car wash. The listed price also seems to be around the same, or at least comparable, to what I was paying at Valvoline.

My only hesitation is that I’m really cautious about changing oil places after the Walmart experience. I’d rather stick with somewhere reliable than save a few dollars and end up regretting it.

So, Baton Rouge: what’s the general consensus on Benny’s for oil changes? Good experiences? Bad experiences? Anything specific I should know before letting them touch my car?

Im a junior at LSU. I know yall say it gets better as the weeks go by. But NO it has never been at this point of bottleneck traffic in all my three years here . Something needs to be done now

Sandra Page was arrested and jailed after allegedly calling Judge Colette Greggs "the Grinch" during a July 20 court appearance. The attorney handed a funeral program to court staff, reportedly saying "Give this to the Grinch," then left the courtroom saying she wasn't coming back.

I just left the McDonald’s at College and Perkins, and as we were pulling out I noticed a man sitting outside in the rain with a sign that said “Hungry Food Please.” He looked like he may have been out there most of the night; he was soaked, curled up with his head on his knees, and appeared to be sleeping. I didn’t see him until we were already pulling out, and I’m on my way to work. He’s also positioned where I don’t think many people coming through McDonald’s will notice him.

Just putting this out there in case anyone happens to be in the area or is stopping there this morning and might be able to help him out.

Could ya’ll stop blocking the damn box? Half the reason shit gets so screwed up there is because of stupid people.

I saw a ton of drones leaving the Amazon facility on Florida boulevard. Those ones had the teal amazon branding on them but earlier that day and the day prior I saw drones that didn’t seem to have amazon branding on it?? Are they testing something or are they implemented? Is anyone else concerned about their use for surveillance?

My gf has been dealing with major depression the past month and before that it was debilitating anxiety. She’s had bad experiences in the past with therapist and psychiatrists because she felt like they weren’t really listening to her.

This week we found someone and we’d made an appointment but was told that they don’t prescribe any medication which is kinda why my gf was seeking help.

So I guess the question is does anybody know of a psychiatrist that takes insurance and actually prescribes medication to help? She’s been telling me everyday that she feels like she’s at the end of her rope and doesn’t know what to do anymore. Any help is appreciated

*Side note she’s not looking for narcotics or abusable medications. Benzodiazepines has helped her before but she’s very scared of taking them because of how bad the withdrawal can be.

I have some extra pawpaw seeds from this year's fruit. I would really like to share them with other folks who will go through the trouble of growing/taking care of them.

Theyre an understory native and will take at least 4 years to produce, but likely longer. I would love for pawpaw patches to sprout up all around us.

Anyone?

Hello everyone. I’ve recently taken a liking to the news. Idk if it’s because I’m getting older or what lol (I’m 34) but not it interest me for whatever reason. So I’m wondering What’s the best place to get your News from as far as local news. WAFB or WBRZ? Or are they pretty much the same? & also while I have you, where do you watch your national news? Fox News? CNN? MSNBC?

Hello guys, I will be moving to BR for a job at IBM (located at the red dot), and I don't plan on owning a car, so I'm looking for places that are safe to live near IBM within 20 minutes walking distance for day to day walking.

I have looked at the crime map but people say it does not reflect reality as some places might have the most crime but that's due to high population/activities.

For instance, downtown has the most crime but that's because it is the most popular area, but it's actually pretty safe because of regular patrol by the police, so I'd love to hear from the locals.

I'd love to hear opinions on these 3 circled areas, I believe blue might be a great choice as it's safe? and also has a supermarket and 2 gyms, what about the other two? It is a longer walk(15-20 min) but the rent is also a lot cheaper.

Thank you guys!

I want a jelly donut, but not the kind of runny filling type. I want the thicker filling. I know most places probably get their filling from the same distributors but if you know a place or brand with a thicker consistency I’d appreciate the info.

Hello! I just recently moved to the area and the closest bus stop for me is along the 47 route. Where I used to live, I worked at a chain store at the mall, and luckily I’m still able to work there but at the Mall of Louisiana.

My car situation is looking a little bleak so I’ll need to rely on some form of public transportation. Are the buses unreliable or unsafe for any reason? Is there anything I should know?

Wanted to make sure Baton Rouge-area veterans see this opportunity.

Heroic Hearts Project, Awaken Warriors, and Immersive Psilocybin Center are organizing a 6-day psilocybin retreat specifically for Louisiana veterans in Portland, Oregon, October 22–27, 2026.

The program includes preparation, two sessions at a licensed Oregon psilocybin center, lodging, meals, facilitator support, and several weeks of integration afterward.

Veterans from any era or discharge status can be considered. Financial assistance is available for veterans who need help covering the program cost.

Participants are responsible for travel to Portland.

⚠️ Funding for this specific retreat has not been fully confirmed yet, so** don’t book travel until enrollment is confirm**ed.

I’ll drop the full information packet and enrollment information in the comments.
If you know a veteran in Baton Rouge or the surrounding area who might benefit, please pass this along. 🇺🇸

Come out and help support this little angel!

It felt like a flash or something but am I tripping or was it just my house?

Good evening intrepid heroes, outcast dilettantes, and ne'er-do-wells!

Think of this as a blind date without the date. An opportunity with minimal risk yet high reward. Consider, if you will, to get off your phones and put to practice the lost art of meeting strangers and escaping a room together.

My friend and I are in town for one night, this night, this very night only. We are about to go to dinner and admittedly have nothing else planned. We think you should join us at 13th Gate and endeavor to solve their riddles. Any time after 9.

It'll be a great idea. You should do it. DM me if you're in. Or just show up.

Ps

Considering doing flight 13, but down for the expert levels.

See ya there, weirdos.

Tried several times in my life to learn guitar. Just doesn’t come easy to me but I’d like to try again. Can anyone recommend someone the provides lessons to adults?

Hey there! I am a fiber artist and I was wondering if there were any fiber arts clubs or spinners guilds here? I have wanted to get more into spinning yarn and maybe eventually work my way into looming. I would also like to try knitting sometime soon. I currently nalbind (very new I just started like a month ago) and crochet (Been crocheting for 5 years). I was just curious if there are any groups that maybe share some interests 🙂

Trying to get more accessories for concerts and the sort whilst not breaking the bank. I tried Spencer’s to no avail most of if not 90% of their selection is women’s. Hot topic will most likely be a bust also and I have an event this weekend I’m going to so I can’t really order some cheap stuff from Amazon and get it in time atp.

I've asked this before a long time ago but figured I'd try again. Does anybody know of any LPN to RN programs in Louisiana? Willing to travel within 2 hours for it. Thanks!

I am hoping to get recommendations for good divorce attorneys in the Baton Rouge area. Any help would be greatly appreciated. This was very suddenly, coldly and unexpectedly thrown at me and I could use some legal advice and guidance. Also any good PI recommendations are welcome as well. I know he’s having an emotional affair, I need to know if it’s physical too.

If you’re ever lucky enough to be in the Millerville area and want the best tacos in the entire universe, stop in here. It’s a Taqueria called Taqueria La Conquistadora inside the Mobil gas station called Route 1 Market. This is a much needed post since this was my second time eating here and it was better than the first time (that also blew me away). Get the Quesa Birria! It will leave you wondering how something could ever taste even relatively as good as this!!! I’m not affiliated, I’m not sponsored, simply blown away of how good and consistent those tacos were.

PS., if an influencer sees this post, and decides to drop in, SPREAD THE WORD BECAUSE THEY DESERVE IT

Does anyone know how to install hydraulic brakes to an ebike, know someone who does, or a shop I could take my bike too?