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Baton Rouge
Monday, March 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ BREC is moving forward with long-term improvements at City-Brooks Community Park, including changes to the historic nine-hole golf course, after gathering feedback that shows community concern. Public input is being accepted until April 17 + a meeting is scheduled on April 22 for Baton Rouge residents to share their views. WBRZ
- ➤ St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Baton Rouge has launched a public fundraising campaign to rebuild after a devastating 2024 fire & officials invite community donations to help restore the church. WAFB 9
- ➤ LSU sororities and fraternities partnered with Habitat for Humanity during Greek Week to build a home for a family in Gardere last Sunday. A dedication ceremony is scheduled for next week to honor the project. WBRZ
- ➤ Donations are being accepted to cover travel costs for the family and fellow officers who plan to attend National Police Week in Washington (DC) this May to honor fallen Sgt. Caleb Eisworth, who served 23 years before dying in August 2025. WAFB 9
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Live After Five organizers announced the spring 2026 concert series downtown starting Friday, April 10 — a six-week series featuring Michael Foster Project, Nathan and The Zydeco Cha Chas, The Rumble, Big Sam’s Funky Nation, Ambush Reggae Band, and Rouge Krewe. Fans should bring lawn chairs for the free event. WAFB 9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Belaire High and its five feeder schools will start classes 80 minutes later, reaching an 8:30 a.m. start (for nearly 600 students) as part of a districtwide pilot approved today; further schedule changes are set for fall 2027 and fall 2028 following mixed results from earlier adjustments. The Advocate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU women's basketball defeated Texas Tech 101-47 to advance to the Sweet 16 thanks to a 10-0 run and a strong third quarter—24-point efforts from Mikaylah Williams and Flau'jae Johnson propelled the team—and will face the winner of Duke and Baylor on Friday at the Sacramento 2 Regional. WBRZ
- ➤ Southern Lady Jaguars' season ended after a loss of 103 to 34 against top-ranked South Carolina Saturday in Columbia. The team finished a 20 to 14 record while winning the SWAC tournament and an NCAA First Four game (they struggled with turnovers throughout the game). WAFB 9
- ➤ LSU softball won its first SEC series on Friday night with a 2-1 victory over South Carolina as Tori Edwards hit a vital two-run double — the Tigers improved to a 21-10 record and will face Louisiana Tech Tuesday and No. 5 Oklahoma over the weekend. WBRZ
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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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LSU Concert Orchestra & Percussion Ensemble Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — LSU Student Union Theater — Ticketed event — Experience a captivating evening with the LSU Concert Orchestra and Percussion Ensemble featuring diverse repertoire.
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LFAA State 3D Championship
Event Duration — Waddill Wildlife Refuge — $40 for adults, $30 for juniors — Compete in a thrilling archery challenge featuring 20 to 25 targets at known distances.
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