Good morning, Baton Rouge.

Louisiana won the Business Facilities' Platinum Deal of the Year award after Hyundai Steel invested $5.8 billion in an ultra-low-carbon steel mill project in Ascension Parish and Donaldsonville that is expected to create around 5,400 jobs for the Capital Region.

Warby Parker will open its first Baton Rouge store at Perkins Rowe (late Q1).

Perkins Rowe’s general manager Bryan LeBlanc said the retailer offers a fresh, accessible approach to eyewear.

Warby Parker will open its first Baton Rouge location in Perkins Rowe in a 1,894 sqft shop (the former Bumble Lane Beauty Bar near Kendra Scott) by the end of the quarter.

Warby Parker will open its first Baton Rouge store soon, offering prescription eyeglasses, sunglasses and contact lenses to local shoppers.

Eyewear brand Warby Parker will open its first Baton Rouge location in Perkins Rowe by the end of the quarter; the 1,894 sqft store (formerly Bumble Lane Beauty Bar near Kendra Scott) will offer prescription glasses, sunglasses and eye exams.

On the 173rd anniversary of winning his freedom, Avoyelles Parish in Marksville dedicated the Solomon Northup Plaza by unveiling the bronze statue 'Hope Out of Darkness' created by Oscar and Emmy Award-winning artist Wesley Wofford, and great-great-great-grandson Justin Gilliam attended the ceremony where descendant handprints and court papers symbolize freedom.

Southern University Board of Supervisors named a 15-member search committee on Monday that includes local faculty, alumni, and public officials to select one to three presidential finalists for the upcoming May board meeting.

Interim president Orlando McMeans (appointed in December) currently leads the system until a new president is chosen.

Southern University's Board of Supervisors announced a search committee to hire the next president; the group (led by university and community officials) will present one to three finalists at its May meeting, and a website will launch for updates early this year.

Louisiana residents must renew or enroll in their health plan through HealthCare.gov by Jan.

15 to keep lower costs before tax credits expire. Coverage will begin Feb. 1 as premiums and deductibles rise.

A boil water advisory remains in effect for residents on four streets (Oak Trace Drive, Live Oak Drive, Pin Oak Drive, and Bur Oak Drive) in a local subdivision after a contractor cut the wrong water line Monday morning, and water test results are expected on Tuesday.

A Baton Rouge spa is offering specialized facials for cancer patients to help ease harsh treatment side effects.

The service is available now to support patients during their therapy.

LSU running back JT Lindsey is cleared to play football this upcoming season if he chooses, according to his defense lawyer Kris Perret + LSU provided the necessary clearance for his participation.

After transfer quarterback Brendan Sorsby committed to Texas Tech Sunday night, LSU head coach Lane Kiffin shifted his attention to former Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt, who visited the LSU campus Monday morning.

Baton Rouge’s rich basketball heritage comes alive as local teams start conference play and gear up for March Madness.

The preview highlights both longtime legends and rising stars shaping the next era for LSU, Southern, and the Baton Rouge Community College Bears.

Surreal In The Stacks Craft Event

4:30-7:30 p.m. — East Baton Rouge Parish Library — Free entry — Get creative and craft your own surreal costume at this imaginative community event.

The Louisiana Marathon

8 AM – 1 PM — A. Z. Young Park — $25-$170 — Celebrate 15 years of Louisiana spirit with a vibrant marathon experience featuring various race categories.

Louisiana Marathon 2026

7 a.m. — Louisiana Marathon — Check for registration fees — Experience the thrill of running in the heart of Baton Rouge.

La Zenda Norteña Concert

9 p.m. — Avanti Night Club — Ticket prices available — Experience a high-energy live performance by La Zenda Norteña De Mario Madrigal in a vibrant setting.

11th Home & Remodeling Show with Ralph's Market Food Fest

10 AM - 5 PM — Lamar Dixon Expo Center — $6 admission, free for kids under 13 — Discover home innovations and savor delicious food samples from Ralph's Market.

Mississippi State Bulldogs vs. LSU Tigers Basketball

6-8 p.m. — Pete Maravich Assembly Center — Tickets starting at $3 — Catch the thrilling college basketball matchup between the Bulldogs and the Tigers.

Honey Gold: Immersive Audiovisual Experience

5:30-7:30 p.m. — City Club of Baton Rouge — Light snacks and mocktails available — Experience a transformative audiovisual journey designed to foster meditation and creativity.

CHERUB Concert

8-11 p.m. — Chelsea's Live — Tickets available through Ticketmaster — Experience the unique sounds of CHERUB in Baton Rouge.