Good morning, Baton Rouge.

Baton Rouge Mardi Gras festivities roll out parades and live music events from Jan.

24 to Feb. 22 across local communities including Donaldsonville, Gonzales and downtown, offering family-friendly entertainment and local traditions.

Rouses Markets opened its new store in Central on Monday after converting a former Winn-Dixie location at 10974 Joor Road — the expansion follows its recent acquisition of several former Winn-Dixie sites.

Local and state leaders attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony led by CEO Donny Rouse.

A flock of two dozen pink flamingos landed at LSU Lakes on Monday, Jan.

12, signaling the return of the Spanish Town Mardi Gras tradition, with the parade scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 14 in downtown Baton Rouge.

The West Baton Rouge Museum hosts 'Gone but Not Forgotten,' an exhibit documenting over 40 Black cemeteries and 4,800 burials identified by Debbie Martin, open through March 8.

Jazz Bishop will lecture at 1 p.m. Saturday to share his photo gallery of the historic sites & their stories.

LSU Collegiate 100 promotes leadership by mentoring local youth and facilitating education, health & wellness, and community service events.

Recognized as Chapter of the Year for 2024-2025, the group holds bi-monthly Project Excel meetings and hosts events like the Bayou Bounce line dance to support Baton Rouge students.

Today, the Supreme Court heard arguments over whether oil companies harmed Louisiana’s coast; parishes have already been awarded $745 million in state court while Chevron wants the case moved to federal court.

Pecue Lane opened Monday with a new diverging diamond interchange at I-10 in Baton Rouge, though drivers could not access the interstate as the on- and off-ramps remained closed pending further work.

DOTD said the design eased congestion + improved safety for first responders.

Pecue Lane reopened with a new diverging diamond interchange at I-10, changing traffic patterns as explained by Johnny Ahysen.

Drivers should use the updated lane markings to navigate Baton Rouge traffic safely.

A study projects nearly 32,000 missed screenings for breast, lung, and colorectal cancer across Louisiana in the two years after new Medicaid eligibility requirements take effect next year, potentially causing extra cancer cases, later diagnoses (about five preventable deaths) and harder treatments.

Consumer Reports finds that many social media posts show unsafe infant sleep practices (like using pillows with babies) and risk confusing new parents about proper safety.

Local advocate Shayna Raphael, founder of the Claire Bear Foundation, urges clear guidelines to help protect infants.

EGGIE Salon Studio helps cancer survivors reclaim confidence by offering personalized wig fittings, product recommendations, and free post-chemo haircuts provided monthly; owner Rachel Eggie Gibbs partners with Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center and plans a new haircare line to further support patients (free services available).

LSU running back Caden Durham said Monday that he will remain with the Tigers, reversing his transfer portal move.

He will play under new head coach Lane Kiffin and add his 1,258-yard record over two seasons — reinforcing LSU's recent recruitment efforts.

LSU is expected to sign Arizona State transfer quarterback Sam Leavitt + the Tigers plan to add a playoff-tested, dual-threat passer before the portal window closes Jan.

16 in Baton Rouge.

LSU women's basketball beat second-ranked Texas 70-65 in Baton Rouge, with Mikaylah Williams scoring 20 points to boost the Tigers to a 16-2 record + they will play Oklahoma on Sunday afternoon.

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.

It's Carnival Time Celebration

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Louisiana Art & Science Museum — Cost info not provided — Celebrate the vibrant culture of Louisiana with a musical and visual concert experience in the planetarium.