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Baton Rouge
Sunday, April 12th, 2026
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity of Greater Baton Rouge started a community build on Saturday in a Dayton subdivision for a new home for Kiana and her daughter. Volunteers will work Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. over the next 8 to 10 weeks with partial HOME funds. WBRZ
- ➤ New Sunlight Baptist Church is hosting an upcoming spring event to welcome residents to the season. The community gathering at the church aims to celebrate local spirit and offer a chance to reconnect. WAFB 9
- ➤ A group of veterans returning from Washington, D.C. will be welcomed at Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport on Saturday; organizers ask attendees to park by 9:30 p.m. and be ready as the plane lands at 10:15 p.m. — community members unite to honor their service. WBRZ
- ➤ Officials in West Baton Rouge Parish are gearing up for Love the Boot Week from April 18 to April 26 by offering volunteer cleanup events with provided supplies like gloves and tongs. Interested residents can sign up to join teams and help improve local outdoor spaces. WBRZ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mall of Louisiana has thrived for over 20 years despite retail challenges - adding brands like Zara and a new House of Sports that draw local and regional shoppers. Its prime location off Interstate 10 and mix of indoor and outdoor spaces keep weekend traffic strong, though some vacancies persist. The Advocate
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Advocate Christina Martin and Rep. Alonzo Knox have introduced a bill that shifts the burden of proof for special education disputes from parents to schools (approved by the House Education Committee on Wednesday) to help families secure needed services. The Advocate
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds wore teal during Saturday, Apr. 11's Geaux Teal Ovarian Cancer Walk in Baton Rouge to honor survivors and raise ovarian cancer awareness. The 1.5-mile walk was followed by the LSU Softball team hosting its game against Arizona at 5 p.m. WBRZ
- ➤ EPA is overseeing cleanup at the Smitty’s Supply site in Roseland following an explosion; tests of water and sediment along the Tangipahoa River found chemicals below screening limits (per an EPA release). Some residents still report health issues as state and company teams continue work. WBRZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU women’s basketball landed its first transfer portal commitment from guard Laila Reynolds from Florida on Saturday morning. Head coach Kim Mulkey said Reynolds (a three-season SEC athlete) filled a major gap after the team lost two guards. LSU Reveille
- ➤ Southern softball swept Arkansas Pine-Bluff at Lady Jaguar Field on Sunday, April 12 with a 10-2 win in game three—improving its SWAC record to 13-5. The team has six regular season games left as they will face Grambling next week and Prairie View A&M at home. 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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