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Baton Rouge
Saturday, March 28th, 2026
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WBRZ announced on Friday morning at Jag-A-Thon that it has partnered with Southern University to become the official television station for SU Athletics — the deal also includes an investment in the school’s mass communication program. WBRZ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Entergy Louisiana announced plans to add seven gas plants, upgrade nuclear plants and install solar farms in Richland Parish to power Meta’s expanding data center; if approved by regulators, the project will generate over 7,700 megawatts and help save $2 billion for customers (with Meta covering upfront costs). The Advocate
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Potter’s Path is a new pottery studio in an old home on Capitol Street in Denham Springs that offers painting, wheel throwing, and hand-building workshops. Owner Regina Folse opened the shop in October 2025 to give locals a relaxing way to explore their creativity. 225 Magazine
- ➤ Baton Rouge’s Dance for All program offers accessible dance classes for children and young adults with disabilities at the Cary Saurage Community Arts Center and other locations. The spring session, funded by the Pennington Family Foundation and led by the Arts Council, continues into April (with expert instructors guiding students). 225 Magazine
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Entergy Louisiana teamed with Meta to build a data center in northeast Louisiana that will deliver $2.65 billion in customer savings over 20 years and create thousands of construction jobs starting in 2026. The project will include seven natural gas plants and 240 miles of new transmission lines. WBRZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Southern University held its Founders' Day on Friday at the F.G. Clark Activity Center with a convocation and investiture honoring Chancellor John K. Pierre. Jag-A-Thon, its annual donor campaign, ran from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. WBRZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana lawmakers considered new bills that let state officials seize imported seafood not meeting safety rules + require retailers to keep purchase records, while penalties target mixing local and foreign catches. The proposals, led by Rep. Jessica Domagnue and Rep. Timothy Kerner, aim to protect the local seafood industry. The Advocate
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ferral Domingue, a Port Allen retailer (34 years at Bryan's) with a family history of colon cancer, gets colonoscopies to catch early signs while continuing to sell mailboxes and furniture. Community members can learn more about risk factors at today's Get Your Rear in Gear run/walk at Pennington Biomedical Center. WBRZ
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Tony's Seafood prepared for Good Friday — the Super Bowl of crawfish season — by gearing up to sell about 80,000 to 100,000 pounds of crawfish during the week. WBRZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wheelchair tennis players from around the world are competing at the 33rd annual Cajun Classic in Baton Rouge today; the tournament highlights athletic ability and community support — a testament to resilience and connection amid challenges. LSU Reveille
- ➤ LSU announced on Thursday, Mar. 26 that Will Wade will return as head coach for men's basketball next season after Matt McMahon was fired. Students welcomed his return from his previous tenure (2017-2022) and hope his experience boosts the team’s energy. WAFB 9
- ➤ LSU baseball will host #19 Kentucky as part of a three-game SEC series tonight at 6:30 p.m. at Skip Bertman Field in Alex Box Stadium— the Tigers begin the series at 17-9 overall and 2-4 in conference play. WJBO
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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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TRENDS in Baton Rouge Real Estate Seminar
Where Baton Rouge gets the "dirt" on all things real estate! We'll break-down the market to examine what's happening in each of the industry segments of residential, multifamily, office, industrial, retail, finance, and feature keynote from Dr. Loren Scott
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire
12:30-2:30 p.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Tickets available — Experience the thrill of your favorite monster trucks come to life.
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Bridgerton - The Final Farewell
2-5 p.m. — Shaw Center for the Arts — $85 — Immerse yourself in a Bridgerton-inspired afternoon filled with florals, cocktails, and the chance to be crowned the Season's Diamond.
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