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Baton Rouge
Monday, January 26th, 2026
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 26th of January.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ State officials confirmed that two men died from hypothermia in Caddo Parish amid the winter storm, and they urge residents to follow heating safety tips + check their detectors and heating systems. WAFB 9
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mason’s Grill, a neighborhood staple on Sherwood Forest Boulevard, is entering a new chapter as longtime owners Mike and Shirlee Alfandre pass the torch to Rober and Christina Alamirie. The new owners will maintain the southern-style menu that regulars love while continuing the restaurant’s tradition of hearty meals for generations. WBRZ
- ➤ Veganish Vibes BR in Baton Rouge announced its permanent closure after the untimely passing of founder NaQuellar Martin-Thompson; the restaurant thanked patrons + asked the community to keep her family in their thoughts. WAFB 9
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local gardeners spent the weekend preparing their plants for freezing weather by covering vulnerable buds (such as azaleas and camellias) and watering soil to protect roots, with nine Louisiana Nursery employees building cloth covers at Coursey Boulevard for extra insulation. WBRZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iberville Parish Sheriff Brett Stassi urged residents to avoid roadways amid freezing winter weather, sharing the advisory at 10:53 a.m. yesterday to keep local travel safe. WAFB 9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A pediatrician from Baton Rouge Clinic offered advice to parents today on the updated food pyramid, emphasizing balanced meals for healthy growth (tips include portion control and food group variety). WAFB 9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Zachary High girls basketball beat Mandeville High 76-36 on Jan. 23 & energized the crowd with cheering students, visiting alumni and concessions, while Justin Williams of Grind Elite Threads gave away 100 basketball shirts. The Advocate
- ➤ LSU women's basketball has moved the start time of its game with Florida to 6 p.m. today at the Maravich Center following a joint decision, and doors open at 5 p.m. + the first 2,500 fans will receive water bottles while 500 students get crewneck shirts. WBRZ
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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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Seeds of Hope Speaker Event
6-7 p.m. — Pete Maravich Assembly Center — Free entry — Experience uplifting talks from Ryan Clark and Clyde Edwards-Helaire at this inspirational event.
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