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Thursday, January 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Baton Rouge Zoo invites public to vote on a name for its first jaguar cub in over 30 years, with proceeds supporting wildlife conservation. WBRZ
- ➤ 225 magazine announces its 'People to Watch in 2025' featuring 20 individuals from various fields, including gymnastics, healthcare, education, and arts in the Capital Region, marking the magazine's 20th anniversary with a tradition of highlighting anticipated headline-makers. 225 Magazine
- ➤ A Baton Rouge mother describes the terrifying hours of not knowing her daughter's fate following an attack on Bourbon Street, highlighting a close brush with tragedy. WAFB 9
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Baton Rouge police are investigating two fatal shootings and a stabbing that occurred on New Year's Eve. WVLA
- ➤ Terry Wayne Jones, 35, was fatally shot in Baton Rouge, marking the first homicide of 2025, with the police investigating. The Advocate
- ➤ A 44-year-old man, William Bradford, died after being shot on New Year’s Eve in Baton Rouge; the investigation continues with no suspects or motives identified. WAFB 9
- ➤ Two Baton Rouge men and a Lafayette man were killed in a deliberate attack on Bourbon Street on New Year's Day, with an Episcopal High graduate critically injured among others. WAFB 9
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Shaw Center for the Arts revitalized downtown Baton Rouge, serving as a cornerstone for cultural activities and urban development while celebrating its 20th anniversary. 225 Magazine
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Timothy Wayne Live at Texas Club
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Fully Alive in 2025: Insights for Better Relationships
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