Get 2theadvocate.com Alerts as text messages on your mobile phone or PDA from the The Advocate and WBRZ.

Sign-up is fast and easy! In Step 1 below, enter your mobile contact information. In Step 2, an authorization code will be sent to you as a text message. Enter this code to complete the sign-up process.

  • News - Stay informed about the latest developments on news that affects how you live, work, learn and play with updates throughout the day.
  • Weather - Weather information sent straight to your cell phone or email.
  • Traffic - Stay up to date on traffic issues that may affect your commute.
  • Community News & Events - Find out what's happening this weekend in Baton Rouge and around the area.
  • Sports News - Get the latest scores and up to date information on your favorite local teams.
  • Mobile Coupons - Get a special offer as a mobile coupon sent to your wireless device from 2theadvocate.com and area business partners. It's convenient and it will save you money!
IMPORTANT: This is a free service provided by The Advocate and WBRZ. Please check your cell phone plan for any additional fees you might be charged for receiving text messages. It is a SPAM-free application - your personal information will be kept private. You may Unsubscribe or Change Message Preferences anytime. Msg & Data Rates May Apply.

1Step 1: Sign-Up - Test your phone

Please complete the information below. Enter your mobile phone number and select your wireless carrier. You can also receive email messages, to do so, simply enter your email address. Please provide either a mobile phone number or an email address, or both.

In the next step of the sign up process, we will send a personal authorization code to your mobile phone or email address. You will need to enter the code in the next screen within (5) minutes in order to verify and complete your enrollment in the system.

Important: Our systems are tested for performance and reliability on a frequent basis. However, normal network transmission limitations can occur from time-to-time and may cause delays in the receipt of messages.

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1. News
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4. Entertainment
5. Sports News

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7. Mobile Coupons



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