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Monday, March 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 31st of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Early Sunday morning on Plank Road, Baton Rouge, a hit-and-run crash killed one person and injured three others—investigators are still searching for the driver. The Advocate
- ➤ Firefighters responded to a vacant house fire on Plank Road at 6:45 a.m. Sunday—protecting nearby houses as investigators later determined that the blaze was set by arson and no injuries were reported. WBRZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Baton Rouge offers a busy week of local events starting today with an art reception at the Louisiana Art & Science Museum that honors artist Leslie Charleville for her marine life prints, and Tuesday brings LSU baseball at Alex Box Stadium. Later in the week residents will enjoy a plant sale at Hilltop Arboretum on Wednesday, a crawfish bowl and pickleball event on Thursday, LSU softball on Friday, the Flower Fest at Point-Marie, dueling pianos at The 121 on Saturday and an ice hockey game on Sunday at Raising Cane’s River Center. LSU Reveille
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Gail’s Fine Ice Cream at 3025 Perkins Road offers a beachy, vacation feel with soft love songs and outdoor seating where guests can try 12 seasonal flavors—while a single scoop costs $4.50 and a double costs $7.50—providing college students and families a unique dessert experience. LSU Reveille
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU basketball forward Aneesah Morrow said her move from Chicago to DePaul meant finding a new family in Baton Rouge, where coach Kim Mulkey helped her push through challenges like a foot injury and previous knee surgeries. She finished her LSU career with high rebound totals and 100 double-doubles, proving her strength on the court. LSU Reveille
- ➤ LSU softball lost both games of a doubleheader to South Carolina on Sunday and now has four losses this season. The Tigers, who fell short in extra innings of the second game, are 31-4 overall and 6-3 in SEC play and will travel to Lake Charles on Tuesday to face McNeese. WBRZ
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The Way to Work Career Fair April 1
Looking for a new job opportunity? HOPE Ministries’ The Way to Work is hosting a Career Fair on Tuesday, April 1st, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 4643 Winbourne Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70805. Bring your resume, dress for success, and connect with local employers! Register here https://expt.io/EaqSoL !
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Teach225's Annual Teacher Career Fair
Are you a new grad looking for your first teaching job or an experienced teacher wanting to explore options? Join Teach 225 for its Annual Teacher Career Fair on Wednesday, April 2, from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza Hotel.
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Teach225's Annual Teacher Career Fair
Are you a new grad looking for your first teaching job or an experienced teacher wanting to explore options? Join Teach 225 for its Annual Teacher Career Fair on Wednesday, April 2, from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza Hotel.
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Baton Rouge PPA Challenger
Various times — Stacks Pickleball — Grounds pass required — Watch top pickleball players compete in the PPA Challenger Series.
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Downtown Beautification Day
2-4 p.m. — 247 Florida St, Baton Rouge — Free entry — Get your hands dirty while enhancing the beauty of downtown Baton Rouge as part of a community cleanup event.
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Second Chance Resource Event
2-4 p.m. — East Baton Rouge Parish Library — Free services — Monthly one-stop resource shop for the formerly incarcerated to access jobs, housing, and rehabilitation opportunities.
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Wellness Expo
9 AM – 12 PM — Tara High School — Free entry — Engage in community health initiatives and wellness activities for the whole family.
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Southern University Baseball vs. Alcorn State University
1-4 p.m. — A.W. Mumford Stadium — Tickets available — Catch an exciting NCAA baseball matchup in Baton Rouge.
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LSU Tigers vs. McNeese State Cowboys Baseball Game
6:30 p.m. — Alex Box Stadium — Affordable tickets available — Experience the thrill of college baseball with the LSU Tigers at home.
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Malik B: Live Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Funny Bone Comedy Club — Check website for ticket info — Enjoy a night of laughter with local comedian Malik Bazille.
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Comedy Night with Malik Bazille
7-8:30 p.m. — Funny Bone Comedy Club — Check the venue for ticket prices — Experience an evening of laughs with accomplished local comedian Malik Bazille.
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