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Baton Rouge
Saturday, February 21st, 2026
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rescue crews responded at the Blackwater Conservation Area on Friday, Feb. 20 as emergency officials attended the BREC nature preserve. WAFB 9
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ After cold weather and labor shortages led to a slow start, local crawfish vendors now offer boiled crawfish at about $8 per pound with supply expected to normalize by Easter. Many businesses have updated their apps to reflect lower prices and increased competition. The Advocate
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Nick Dias founded Baton Rouge Film Society last year to offer local creatives support through monthly mixers held at venues like Radio Bar and Manship Theatre (Shaw Center for the Arts) with plans to add guest speakers and workshops soon. The group welcomes filmmakers, photographers, and cinephiles seeking to network and learn new skills. 225 Magazine
- ➤ On Friday, the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center hosted a Black history program that honored African American heritage with reflections and educational activities organized in collaboration with Councilwoman (Twahna P. Harris). WBRZ
- ➤ Addy Faulkner discussed the upcoming Southeast Louisiana Jr. & High School Rodeo that will offer competitive events for local students. More details on the schedule and location will be shared as the event approaches. WAFB 9
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The first Friday of Lent sparked a surge in seafood orders at Capital Area restaurants as managers ordered extra supplies to meet high demand and support local businesses. Local officials said the boost helped strengthen the regional economy and ensured diners enjoyed affordable, locally sourced seafood. WBRZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pharmacy owner TJ Woodard (owner of Prescriptions to Geaux) testified on Thursday at the state capitol to challenge low prescription reimbursements under Act 474. The Department of Insurance has opened investigations as policymakers work to raise fines on underpaying middlemen. WAFB 9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Trader Joe's recalled over 3 million pounds of chicken-fried rice (no injuries reported) after customers found glass in the product, and the USDA advised consumers to discard or return the items. WBRZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU coach Jay Johnson begins his fourth season at Alex Box Stadium where his team is 5-0 and expected to finish first in the SEC as they head to a weekend tournament in Jacksonville. Field reporter JP from WBRZ visited to share championship insights & tips ahead of matchups with Indiana, Notre Dame and UCF. WBRZ
- ➤ LSU women's basketball beat Ole Miss 78-70 in a comeback win at Oxford on Saturday, Feb. 21 as MiLaysia Fulwiley scored 26 points and powered a 24-7 fourth-quarter run; the Tigers are 23-4 and will host Missouri Sunday afternoon. WJBO
- ➤ Baton Rouge Zydeco will host student night for its home game on Sunday, Feb. 22 — marking its return to the ice since January — as part of a three-game series running from Feb. 20 to Feb. 22. WAFB 9
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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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Anders Osborne Concert
7-10 p.m. — Manship Theatre — Tickets starting at $46 — Experience an intimate evening with the poet laureate of Louisiana's roots music scene.
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Already Gone Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Ticket info available — Experience live music with the energetic vibes of Already Gone.
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Organic Gardening Lifestyle Event
5-7 p.m. — Louisiana Nursery — Free to All! — Learn to grow and eat organic for a healthier lifestyle.
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