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Baton Rouge
Sunday, February 8th, 2026
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ LSU Campus Sustainability and Student Government organized the first Keep LSU Beautiful cleanup yesterday at LSU Lakes, the UREC, and Sorority Row, where 57 students removed campus trash. Organizers plan another cleanup during Geaux Big Baton Rouge later this spring. LSU Reveille
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Eloise Market & Cakery is boosting its king cake sales this season, selling about 3,500 cakes in 2.5 months and hiring extra help to meet demand. Customers fueling Mardi Gras celebrations help make King Cake Season a key business boost for local bakeries. LSU Reveille
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, about 100 butchers and chefs gathered at the White Oak Estate and Gardens for Chef John Folse’s Boucherie and Bourbon event (an annual celebration of food heritage) that featured cooking demonstrations and tastings. WBRZ
- ➤ Hundreds gathered downtown for Mardi Gras parades that featured back-to-back, family-friendly celebrations (organized by Krewe of Mystique and Orion) to showcase the city's festive spirit. WAFB 9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State health officials are offering bonuses for SNAP workers + wage checks and error reviews to reduce a 7.61% error rate, aiming to avoid a $95 million penalty set to take effect in fiscal year 2028. The new measures target improved benefit accuracy for nearly one in five families statewide. The Advocate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU freshman Addison Lanton achieved notable milestones in local tennis tournaments, boosting LSU’s profile in the sport (capturing attention on campus). His performance energized supporters and highlighted his promise for LSU teams on the court. LSU Reveille
- ➤ LSU gymnastics defeated Penn State on Friday, Feb. 6 at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge—securing a 197.525 to 196.125 win. LSU Reveille
- ➤ LSU Men's Basketball lost to the Georgia Bulldogs 83-71 Saturday night in the PMAC with a fast start that faded by the end. The Tigers will host the Arkansas Razorbacks Tuesday at 8 p.m. CT at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center. LSU Reveille
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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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Morgan James Live Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Manship Theatre — Tickets from $40 — Experience the powerful voice of Morgan James as she reinterprets classic hits with a feminist twist.
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Empowering Women's Health Annual Wellness Day
7 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Pennington Biomedical Research Center Conference Center — Free entry — Engage in a morning of complimentary health screenings and educational workshops tailored for women 18 and older.
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Creighton Bluejays vs LSU Tigers Baseball
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Alex Box Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the passion and tradition of LSU baseball at one of the nation's premier venues.
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