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Baton Rouge
Sunday, January 18th, 2026
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Delta Utilities will host additional community meetings to address rising customer concerns about bill increases. The events will give residents a chance to share feedback and learn more about upcoming billing changes. WAFB 9
- ➤ Today on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, Baton Rouge experts from Baton Rouge Green and Clegg's Nursery explained how planting trees on Louisiana Arbor Day helps avoid summer stress and boost lawn care. The discussion offered practical tips for residents to upgrade their landscaping. WJBO
- ➤ The Walls Project hosted its annual MLK Fest Saturday in Baton Rouge (revitalizing community spaces) and will conclude tomorrow with a Resource Fair and block Party at Park Medical Elementary School from 12 to 3 p.m. WBRZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Broadway stars Scarlett Strallen and Hugh Panaro will perform with the Baton Rouge Symphony on March 7 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the River Center Theatre, 240 Saint Louis St, where they will present Broadway hits + the performance is led by conductor David Torns. WVLA
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A $50 million project, The BLVD at Harding, will break ground Monday in North Baton Rouge to add a full-service grocery store along with retail, medical, DMV and food outlets. The development will create over 250 jobs — the groundbreaking features Senator Regina Barrow and Governor Jeff Landry. WBRZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Baton Rouge’s mayor’s office launched the Veteran of the Week program to honor local veterans by sharing their service stories on social media; officials said the initiative, announced earlier this month, invites veterans and families to submit photographs and reflections (Certificates of Recognition will be presented at council meetings). LSU Reveille
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local eateries in Zachary offer special deals during Restaurant Week — organized by the Zachary Chamber to draw in new diners — aiming to boost community dining. WAFB 9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU men's basketball secured its first SEC win Saturday when it beat Missouri 78-70 at the Maravich Center and Marquel Sutton scored 26 points; the win improved their record to 13-5. The Tigers will travel to Florida on Tuesday. WBRZ
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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CHERUB Concert
8-11 p.m. — Chelsea's Live — Tickets available through Ticketmaster — Experience the unique sounds of CHERUB in Baton Rouge.
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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.
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Annual Spanish Town Block Party
10 AM - 4 PM — City Club of Baton Rouge — Adults $120, Ages 6-20 $45, Free for Ages 5 and Under — Celebrate with a family-friendly atmosphere, delicious food, and an open bar at one of the most colorful Mardi Gras parades.
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