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Baton Rouge
Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Restaurateur Brandon Landry opened Amigo Al’s Tequileria today in St. Gabriel (735 E. Hwy 30), serving a menu of 35 items including tacos and margaritas with over 50 tequilas. The 2,500 (sqft) eatery will offer outdoor seating soon. 225 Magazine
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Grammy-winning country singer Zach Bryan will perform his international tour at Tiger Stadium on March 28 at 7 p.m. and fans arriving as early as 5 p.m. should expect metal detectors; opening acts include Caamp and J.R. Carroll with free parking available nearby. WAFB 9
- ➤ Comedian John Crist brings his Live! Tour to Baton Rouge this fall as part of a 25-city expansion announced March 17. Artist presale tickets run from March 18 at 10 a.m.- March 19 at 10 p.m., with general tickets available March 20 at 10 a.m. WBRZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sorrento Primary School was selected as a finalist for the NIET Founder’s Award and received $10,000 for its strong instructional practices. The $50,000 grand prize will be announced on April 1 at NIET’s national conference in New Orleans. The Advocate
- ➤ Ascension Public Schools is hosting its third annual Promoting Access and Connections Resource Fair at the Gonzales Civic Center on March 25 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., where families of special education students can connect with providers and enjoy kid-friendly activities. The Advocate
- ➤ Ascension Public Schools has named Jennifer Vicknair director of special education, highlighting her decade-plus experience at local schools (including roles at Lowery Elementary, Dutchtown Primary, and LeBlanc Special Services) as she prepares to lead the department forward. The Advocate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Water was shut off Tuesday morning in the Baker Estates neighborhood, affecting eight streets while crews repaired a water main. The city said service will be restored as repairs progress. The Advocate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 35th annual Cajun Classic wheelchair tennis tournament is underway at Lamar Tennis Center at the Paula G. Manship YMCA, featuring 150 players from 20 countries and 22 states, with Louisiana officials joining the celebrations on March 21 at noon for Louisiana Day at the tournament. WAFB 9
- ➤ On Mar. 7, Zachary High beat Slidell to win its second straight Division I Nonselect state championship as Ava Raymond led with 27 points and nine rebounds — Coach Tami McClure said the win marked a historic season that builds the program for future success. The Advocate
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Oklahoma Sooners at LSU Tigers Baseball
7-10 p.m. — Alex Box Stadium — Tickets from $46 — Witness an exciting showdown between the LSU Tigers and Oklahoma Sooners in Baton Rouge.
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Smooth Operators: A Yacht Rock Jukebox
8-11 p.m. — L'Auberge Casino & Hotel Baton Rouge — $ — Set sail for smooth grooves and the soft rock sounds of the late 70s and early 80s.
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B.J. Barham Live Performance
8:00–9:30 p.m. — Mid City Ballroom — $40 General/$50 VIP — Enjoy a solo performance by B.J. Barham with special guest James Fogle.
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Louisiana Sportsman Show
9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Visit Baton Rouge — Registration required — Explore the best in sports and outdoor recreation at this exciting show.
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The Refining Fire Women’s Conference
11 AM – 3 PM — City Club of Baton Rouge — $20 discount available — Empower yourself with inspiration and insightful discussions during this celebration of women.
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Black Jacket Symphony: Led Zeppelin IV Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Ticket pricing varies — Experience Led Zeppelin IV performed live in its entirety along with other classic hits.
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Billy Idol: A Documentary Journey
2:00 – 3:58 PM — Manship Theatre — $9.50 — Explore the life of punk rocker Billy Idol, from his rise as an icon to overcoming struggles in the music industry.
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St. Paul & The Broken Bones Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Chelsea's Live — Tickets from $334 — Experience a can't-miss live show featuring St. Paul and The Broken Bones in Baton Rouge.
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Corey Kent Live in Concert
8-10:30 p.m. — Texas Club — Tickets starting at $57 — Experience the electrifying performance of Corey Kent in a premier Baton Rouge venue.
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LSU Tigers vs. Arizona Wildcats Softball
5-6 p.m. — Tiger Park — Tickets from $48 — Catch exciting collegiate softball action in Baton Rouge as the Tigers face off against the Wildcats.
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