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Baton Rouge
Tuesday, February 10th, 2026
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 10th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mayor-President Sid Edwards, the Mayor’s Advisory Council on Veterans Affairs, and City Constable Terrica Williams hosted the third annual Hearts for Heroes tribute on Monday at City Hall, transforming Davis Rhorer Plaza into a tribute space with red hearts — each bearing a veteran’s name and branch. WBRZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge curates 'The Great Reunion' at Cary Saurage Community Arts Center for Black History Month to show the Great Migration’s cultural impact. Local artists and Gallery Guichard works use texture and color to reveal a journey from southern roots to Chicago (showing shared heritage). WVLA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Zachary Early Learning Center officials debated raising tuition at a Feb. 3 committee meeting and will vote today to boost monthly tuition from $450 to $550 and registration fees from $60 to $75 for the upcoming school year (registration begins in March). The Advocate
- ➤ LSU Special Collections is offering behind-the-scenes tours at Hill Memorial Library on the second Wednesday of each month from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Guests can reserve limited spots online + learn how archival work preserves Louisiana history. LSU Reveille
- ➤ The Zachary School Board is set to vote today on buying a 1-acre parcel, appraised at $94,000, offered by Zachary United Methodist Church adjacent to the high school, which currently serves 1,730 students. Superintendent Ben Necaise said the property may provide needed space for classrooms or parking. The Advocate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ East Baton Rouge officials and local resident Henry Smith pushed for improved street lighting after years of dark streets on St. Gerard Avenue. Upgraded LED lights are now installed, and more replacements will occur in the coming months to boost community safety. WVLA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new study from OSU Wexner Medical Center shows many Baton Rouge residents are unaware of key heart tests like the 15-minute calcium scan and alternative medications to manage heart disease. Dr. Laxmi Mehta advises starting cholesterol checks at 18 to catch issues early. WBRZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU women's basketball beat Auburn 77-44 on Sunday with strong defense that held Auburn to single-digit points each half. The Tigers will focus on hosting South Carolina on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. as they prepare for their next game. LSU Reveille
- ➤ Women’s college bowling returns to Baton Rouge this weekend at All Star Lanes as Southern hosts a three-day event featuring teams including Louisiana Tech, Sam Houston and Texas Southern. The tournament starts Friday at 9:15 a.m. with Baker matches and continues through Sunday. WBRZ
- ➤ The Denham Springs Yellow Jackets soccer team will host Northshore (the Panthers) Wednesday with a quarterfinal berth at stake. The team, standing at 16-3-0, aims to avenge a 2-1 loss from their last meeting. The Advocate
- ➤ The LSU women's basketball team beat Auburn 77-44 in SEC action as Zakiyah Johnson scored 16 points to push the Tigers to a 22-3 record, and they will host South Carolina on Saturday. WJBO
- ➤ A recent report from the Louisiana Legislative Auditor’s Office shows LSU football earned $66,825,301 in profit in 2025 — over $14 million more than the preceding year. The athletic department generated $223,457,267 in total revenue that same year. WBRZ
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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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