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Baton Rouge
Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank will launch Groceries on the Geaux, a mobile market program, this summer with $1.797 million plus funding to cover a delivery vehicle and three years of operating costs. It will serve 11 parishes by offering fresh produce, proteins and shelf-stable goods at affordable prices. WBRZ
- ➤ Rescue Alliance will partner with Kris Rotonda for its largest fundraiser yet on Tuesday, Apr. 14 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. via Facebook Live, aiming to raise $15,000 with interactive challenges & matching donations to enhance animal care. The Advocate
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Zachary’s Downtown Live at the Gazebo concert series will kick off on April 25 with Baton Rouge-based Bucket List performing at the Virginia Street gazebo (free entry encourages community support) and will feature Spring Chickens Bluegrass Band on May 9. The Advocate
- ➤ The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is set to make two stops in Louisiana during its 10th anniversary tour later this year. Fans will enjoy themed treats and merchandise at each location. WAFB 9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tongia Sanders, director of East Feliciana’s Community Learning afterschool program, was named the 2026 Afterschool Champion by the Louisiana Center for Afterschool Learning. She represented her school at the Afterschool for All Challenge in Washington, D.C. in March and will work with community leaders & policymakers to boost programs. The Advocate
- ➤ Evgeniya Ashley, a Prairieville student at LSU, was elected to membership in Phi Kappa Phi (an invitation-only honor society that inducts about 20,000 members annually). The Advocate
- ➤ DEMCO is accepting scholarship entries from co-op members attending Louisiana public colleges. The company will hold a drawing on May 9 to award a $1,250 scholarship per semester for two consecutive semesters during the 2026-27 academic year. The Advocate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Southern University Board of Supervisors approved funding for new student housing at the Baton Rouge campus during a special meeting Tuesday, Apr. 7; the project will be supported by the Southern University System Foundation and the Louisiana Public Facilities Authority. WBRZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU men’s track and field held a No.1 outdoor ranking with 281.61 points after winning at the Battle of the Bayou in Baton Rouge, while the women dropped to No.7 despite senior Ella Onojuvwevwo’s record 400-meter dash. The team will next compete at the Baylor Invitational Friday. LSU Reveille
- ➤ Will Wade has hired long-time coach Rick Stansbury as associate head coach for LSU's 2026-2027 basketball season. Stansbury — known for his success at Mississippi State, Western Kentucky, and Memphis — brings decades of leadership to the team. WBRZ
- ➤ Caroline Bradley, the top center in the 2027 recruiting class, committed to LSU (home of the Lady Tigers) to join the women’s basketball program. Her decision is set to boost the team in upcoming seasons. WAFB 9
- ➤ LSU Football spring practice is underway (coach Lane Kiffin addressed the media from the Team Room this Tuesday at 11 a.m.) with drills scheduled for Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday until Friday, April 24 as the team prepares for its opener against Clemson on Sept. 5. WAFB 9
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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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Spring Storytime for Children
10:00 – 10:30 a.m. — West Baton Rouge Parish Library Main Branch — Free entry — Enjoy stories, songs, and fun activities in a relaxed setting for kids.
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An Evening with Emerson, Lake and Palmer
7:30-11:59 p.m. — Manship Theatre — Starting at $70 — Experience the authentic reunion performance of the legendary progressive rock band Emerson, Lake and Palmer with modern technology.
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LSU Tigers vs. Auburn Tigers Softball Match
6-7 p.m. — Tiger Park — Tickets starting at $8 — Experience the thrill of college softball as the LSU Tigers take on the Auburn Tigers.
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