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Baton Rouge
Friday, January 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ CAAWS will host the Mystic Krewe of Mutts event in Baton Rouge later this week. Libby Haydel said the event will feature dog-friendly activities that invite local pet owners to join. WAFB 9
- ➤ Baton Rouge Restaurant Week is returning with plans to spotlight local eateries, as detailed by Alex Lee and Chuck Pierce (event specifics and special menus coming soon). WAFB 9
- ➤ Councilman Hurst and partners from AKA and We Pull Up are hosting a free car maintenance class for women this Saturday at Charles R. Kelly Community Center in Baton Rouge from noon to 2 p.m. The session covers tires, batteries, brakes (and spark plugs). WBRZ
- ➤ WBRZ's April Davis will join the 18th annual Dancing for Big Buddy fundraiser on Saturday, April 25 to raise money for expanding social programs for young people in Baton Rouge (the event showcases star dancers from the community). WBRZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana-shot 'Sinners' made history with 16 Oscar nominations at the 98th Academy Awards on Thursday – earning nods for Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor. WBRZ
- ➤ Louisiana’s Old State Capitol will unveil a new permanent exhibition this week that focuses on Louisiana’s role in the Reconstruction era. The exhibit aims to bring history to life and deepen our understanding of this transformative period. WAFB 9
- ➤ LSU gymnastics coach D.D. Breaux’s 43-year career is featured in the SEC Network documentary “The Fighting Tiger” premiering on Feb. 13 after LSU’s gym meet, and local fans can join a watch party at PMAC (Feb. 4 at 6:30 p.m.). WBRZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ LSU Veterinary Medicine students Baylee Weems and Madison Vicknair cared for Mike VII, the only live tiger mascot in the U.S., on Monday, Jan. 19 at LSU’s habitat in Baton Rouge. The pair will transfer the role to new caretakers this spring, ensuring the tiger’s daily needs are met. The Advocate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A $75 million Jones Creek Road project is underway to ease traffic by connecting Tiger Bend Road to Airline Highway. Officials say the new four-lane road — with multi-use paths for pedestrians and cyclists — will reduce congestion, and construction will take several years. WBRZ
- ➤ Fire officials advise residents to prepare for winter weather expected this weekend by safely placing space heaters (at least 3 feet from combustibles, on stable surfaces, directly plugged into wall outlets) and checking smoke detectors while stocking up on food, water, and prescriptions. WBRZ
- ➤ Entergy Louisiana and Entergy New Orleans announced they will suspend disconnects in the region until Monday, Jan. 26 as crews prepare for cold weather expected this weekend - they will inspect critical power equipment and advise customers to take precautions. WBRZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ State health officials shared upcoming changes at the annual department meeting on Wednesday. Starting January 1, adult Medicaid recipients must complete 80 hours of work, school, training or volunteer service, and from February 18, SNAP benefits can no longer be used to buy soft drinks, candy or junk food. WJBO
- ➤ On Thursday, the East Baton Rouge Coroner's Office celebrated 10 years of its Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Program, noting nearly 3,000 trauma-sensitive exams have aided victims in Baton Rouge + nearby parishes. WBRZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ An agreement on sharing baseball and softball fields between Ascension Parish and Gonzales will be presented again next week as Mayor Tim Riley prepares to reintroduce it before Jan. 26, aiming to balance access for AP Baseball league + travel teams so the early February season can proceed. The Advocate
- ➤ LSU coach Lane Kiffin credited a call from Nick Saban—who called LSU the best job in America—for guiding his decision and assembling a transfer portal class expected to be the best in college football. He also focused on keeping key players like Witt Weeks. WAFB 9
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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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Paul Thorn Band Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Manship Theatre — Starting at $72.24 — Experience a night of music and humor with Paul Thorn and special guest Gina Forsyth.
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Candlelight Concert: The Best of Hans Zimmer
7-8 p.m. — LSU Student Union Theater — Tickets required — Experience the mesmerizing music of Hans Zimmer performed by a string quartet in a unique candlelit setting.
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