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Baton Rouge
Monday, February 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ High school students held a pet food drive Sunday at University Laboratory School at LSU to collect food for dogs and cats, benefiting Companion Animal Alliance. Volunteers will transport the donations Tuesday for local distribution. WBRZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Scotlandville honors its rich Black legacy and community pride with roots dating back to the 1800s. The city recently broke ground on a $50 million grocery store project along Harding Boulevard (a key development) to help restore local strength. WBRZ
- ➤ Baton Rouge locals can enjoy Carnival events this month with parades from Feb. 6, live concerts, art shows (at the LSU Museum of Art) and theater festivals. Mardi Gras is set for Feb. 17 and celebrations continue through Feb. 28. 225 Magazine
- ➤ Attendees gathered at the Old Governor's Mansion on Sunday for the free For the Love of the Mansion event, which featured a ballroom dancing class, a cello recital, and an exclusive look into the museum's archives. WBRZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ LSU (a local hub for cyber research) and ARCYBER signed an agreement to boost cybersecurity education, research, and technology transfer on campus, celebrated by officials on Jan. 29. The deal builds on LSU’s Center of Academic Excellence status to create new opportunities for students. LSU Reveille
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Steven Kelley of Baton Rouge Cardiology Center shared heart health tips on WBRZ today for Heart Health Month. He urged 30 minutes of aerobic exercise 3 to 5 days a week and healthy eating to lower high blood pressure and diabetes risks and promoted screenings (Jump Start Your Heart). WBRZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU Women’s Basketball beat No. 24 Alabama 103-63 in a cool Sunday morning game at the PMAC in Baton Rouge, with Jada Richard scoring 16 points and forcing 11 turnovers from the Tide + the Tigers will travel to Austin to face No. 4 Texas Lady Longhorns in a rematch. LSU Reveille
- ➤ At LSU's meet on Friday, Jan. 23, gymnasts explained how music (from calming beats to inspirational tunes) shapes their routines. Sophomore Lexi Zeiss and senior Kathryn Weilbacher used personal songs to steady nerves and add style to their performances. LSU Reveille
- ➤ Southern University revealed its 2026 football schedule, with the season starting Aug. 29 in Birmingham against Alabama State (times for games are TBD) and a homecoming game set for Oct. 3 at its home venue, followed by several home and away matchups. WAFB 9
- ➤ LSU softball sophomore pitcher Jayden Heavener (00) is expected to fill the key role left by Sydney Berzon’s transfer as the team gears up to open its season at home on Thursday, with head coach Beth Torina yet to confirm the final lineup. LSU Reveille
- ➤ ESPN's College GameDay will visit Baton Rouge on Feb. 14 to cover the women’s basketball game between third-ranked South Carolina Gamecocks and sixth-ranked LSU Tigers. The broadcast will air on ABC + WBRZ from the Pete Marvich Center starting at 7 p.m. with tip-off at 7:40 p.m. WBRZ
- ➤ LSU coach McMahon said bench players are stepping up after injuries — Rashad King scored a season-high 18 points Saturday in Columbia while Robert Miller III and PJ Carter boosted the team’s energy on the court. The Tigers adjusted their rotation to improve play. LSU Reveille
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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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