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Baton Rouge
Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Krewe of Southdowns will host its 39th annual parade on Friday, Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. (rain or shine) along a route starting at Glasgow Avenue near Glasgow Middle School that features the 'Southdowns Vacation' theme and off-route parking available. WVLA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Robert Myer said the Krewe of Chemin Neuf parade (set for January 31) will roll in New Roads, with more route details expected as the event approaches. WAFB 9
- ➤ Zachary is hosting its first Mardi Gras event as NewsKrewe of Chemin Neuf will roll on January 31. Frank Corcoran and Britney Hurst Temple described the celebration's family-friendly vibe that aims to bring the community together. WAFB 9
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Delta Utilities launched the DU Cares program today to help customers in East Baton Rouge with rising natural gas bills by offering up to $250 in aid, with $200,000 available (via its foundation) after sharp bill increases were reported following the Entergy transfer. United Way is partnering to administer applications at multiple locations. WBRZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Plaquemine residents report persistent vibrations in the historic district blamed on flaring from a barge-cleaning operation, prompting parish leaders to set a 30-day review and plan a public hearing if the issue continues. Officials and VLS are expected to work together & seek a lasting solution. The Advocate
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Parents in St. Mary Parish were invited by Pennington Biomedical’s Greaux Healthy initiative to learn about combating childhood obesity at the St. Mary Parish Health Unit (1200 David Drive) on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Experts on the Healthy Moves tour bus provided nutrition guidance to address the growing obesity challenge. WBRZ
- ➤ Lane Regional Medical Center is opening its new Health & Wellness Clinic at 4801 McHugh Road, Suite A in Zachary to offer mental health services for all ages. Two experienced psychiatric nurse practitioners, Katherine Perkins and Kathy Sterling, are now accepting new patients. The Advocate
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ DIG Baton Rouge is hosting its annual Restaurant Week through Friday, Jan. 31, with local restaurants offering prix-fixe menus at a fraction of their normal prices. Diners can explore new food spots during the event. WBRZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU baseball unveiled a new Intimidator billboard at Alex Box Stadium on Wednesday, Jan. 28, marking its eighth championship win in 2025. The sign (showing all College World Series titles and a roaring Mike the Tiger) comes over two weeks before the season opener on Feb. 13 at 2 p.m. WBRZ
- ➤ Jackson DeSalvo from Zachary earned a gold medal in the novice division and a silver medal in the open division at the United States Junior Open Championship in Oklahoma. His Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training and recent wrestling experience at Baton Rouge Training Center helped him succeed at the national tournament. The Advocate
- ➤ LSU women's basketball showed improvement in a game on Monday, Jan. 26 when newcomers displayed steady defense and teamwork, and head coach Kim Mulkey said players like Jada Richard, Milaysia Fulwiley and Amiya Joyner are building trust in the system through small plays that lead to big wins. LSU Reveille
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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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SPE North America Student Symposium 2026
Symposium — Feb 26-28 — Louisiana State University — Registration required — Empowering the next generation in oil and gas through networking and learning.
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Dartmouth Big Green vs. LSU Tigers Baseball
6:30–9:30 p.m. — Alex Box Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of LSU baseball at one of the nation's top college venues.
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