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Sunday, February 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Registration for summer camps in the Baton Rouge area has begun, offering various activities for children during the summer season. WAFB 9
- ➤ Police intensify patrols to curb drunk driving throughout Mardi Gras season. WAFB 9
- ➤ The IHOP on College Drive in Baton Rouge is temporarily closed due to a change in ownership, following a lawsuit over extended operational hours. WBRZ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Baton Rouge fire crews extinguished a vacant house fire on Fairfields Avenue, with no injuries reported and the cause yet to be determined. WBRZ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ One person was arrested for shooting another following a dispute in a Baton Rouge parking lot, with the victim sustaining non-life-threatening injuries. WBRZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ LSU announced a $1.8 million investment to enhance arts and humanities research, aiming to bolster interdisciplinary projects and contribute to the state's economy. LSU Reveille
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU baseball team suffered their first season loss in a close game against Omaha with a final score of 5-4, despite a late rally in the ninth inning. WBRZ
- ➤ The Omaha Mustangs upset No.2-ranked LSU Baseball with a final score of 5-4, marking LSU's first loss of the season LSU Reveille
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225 Fest: Official Kickoff Party
The Official 225 Day Party at Red Stick Social celebrates Baton Rouge's culture, music, and community with live performances and special awards.
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11th Annual Spanishtown Parade Party
The 11th Annual Spanishtown Parade Party offers a family-friendly celebration during the Mardi Gras season at the Capitol Park Museum in Baton Rouge.
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Bright Eyes Live Concert
Enjoy an evening with Bright Eyes, the acclaimed project of singer-songwriter Conor Oberst and his talented band, featuring a mix of indie rock and folk music.
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Lundi Gras Party Featuring The Michael Foster Project
Celebrate Lundi Gras with a live performance by The Michael Foster Project at The Queen Baton Rouge, where attendees can enjoy craft cocktails and complimentary Red Beans and Rice.
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Redz River Run 5K/10K Race and Community Health Fair
This USATF certified race features both a 5K and 10K distance, alongside a Small Business Market and Community Health Fair at A.W. Mumford Stadium in Baton Rouge.
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Tab Benoit Live at Chelsea's Live
Experience live music from Tab Benoit at Chelsea’s Live in Baton Rouge.
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Gloves for Gleason: Greeks Against ALS
The Gloves for Gleason event is a fundraiser aimed at raising awareness and support for ALS research, hosted at the Texas Club in Baton Rouge.
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Earlapalooza 2025: Baton Rouge's Largest St. Patrick's Day Parade After Party
Earlapalooza is a vibrant St. Patrick's Day after party in Baton Rouge featuring live performances from prominent artists and attracting a diverse crowd of over 2000 attendees.
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Yellowjackets Live with Kurt Elling
The renowned jazz fusion group Yellowjackets will perform live with celebrated vocalist Kurt Elling, promising an exceptional night of high-quality musicianship and creativity.
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Miss LSU 2025 Pageant
4:30-8 p.m. | LSU Student Union Theater | Ticket required | Experience the charitable competition supporting hearing and speech organizations.
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