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Baton Rouge
Saturday, April 11th, 2026
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Southern University hosted a public watch party Friday evening at P.B.S. Pinchback Auditorium to view NASA’s Artemis II splashdown far off the coast of San Diego — the four-person Orion crew set a record by reaching 252,000 miles from Earth, and the event highlighted the school’s legacy through student involvement. WAFB 9
- ➤ Baton Rouge’s Office of Community Development hosted a fair housing workshop yesterday at the Baton Rouge Garden Center where landlords and tenants learned about their rights and responsibilities. WBRZ
- ➤ Voting is open now for the 18th annual Dancing for Big Buddy fundraiser featuring WBRZ's April Davis, with each $20 vote supporting local youth mentorship at PMAC. The event will be held on April 25 at 6 p.m. WBRZ
- ➤ Jim Taylor Auto Group donated to the Tarver Braddock Foundation on Friday, Apr. 10 to support local community efforts (highlighting its commitment to giving back in Baton Rouge). WAFB 9
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Early Thursday morning, April 9, firefighters responded to a blaze on Marcellious Lane after a working smoke alarm (alerted the homeowner) who escaped safely while the house suffered heavy damage. WAFB 9
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Live After Five returns to downtown Baton Rouge as free outdoor concerts bring live music + food vendors and local arts together for an enjoyable evening. Residents and visitors can look forward to an engaging outing in the heart of the city. WAFB 9
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Rep. Steve Scalise toured Venture Global’s 630-acre LNG terminal in Port Sulphur on Friday, April 10, highlighting its growth from a cow pasture to a major export site. The visit underscored local energy strength amid ongoing global supply challenges. The Advocate
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ LSU's Caribbean Student Association (CSA), led by sophomore Irva Laurore, is working to create a home-like campus community for Caribbean students and anyone interested in Caribbean culture by hosting events and casual meetups. The club aims to offer a safe space during students’ transition to college. LSU Reveille
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Baker Mayor Darnell Waites has proposed a temporary ban on new hair salons, barbershops and tire shops along Main Street and Plank Road to help attract a wider mix of businesses; the ordinance will be considered at the city council meeting Tuesday, April 14. WAFB 9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ St. Francis Medical Group hosted a blessing of the soil and groundbreaking on Thursday, Apr. 9 for its new Internal Medicine Clinic, marking a key step in expanding local health care. WAFB 9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ava Doucet, a senior at St. Joseph’s Academy, won the girls LHSAA state singles bowling championship at All Star in Baton Rouge after rolling a 222 to edge Addison Belle (she will join the UAB bowling team in the fall). WBRZ
- ➤ LSU senior Flau’jae Johnson is invited to the WNBA Draft in New York on April 13, with the event airing live on ESPN. She was honored in Baton Rouge for her role in LSU’s national championship run and now looks to advance her basketball career. WAFB 9
- ➤ Delta Airlines will add more than 40 flights to serve LSU away games during the 2026 season. The airline will run nonstop flights on Sept. 4 & 6, Oct. 9 & 11, Nov. 6 & 8, Nov. 13 & 15, and Nov. 20 & 22 for travel to key matchups. WBRZ
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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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The Gonzales Magnolia Market
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Lamar Dixon Expo Center — Ticket prices vary — Discover unique gifts for Mother's Day, graduations, and more at this vibrant market.
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156/Silence Concert
7-11 p.m. — Chelsea's Live — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night with 156/Silence and Fox Lake in Baton Rouge.
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