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Baton Rouge
Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Amtrak’s Mardi Gras train service, launched last August on the Mobile to New Orleans route, is nearing its 100,000th passenger with $15 fares and quick trips. The service plans to add stops in Baton Rouge and Pensacola in the coming months. WAFB 9
- ➤ Volunteer Louisiana and Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser recognized nine Champions of Service who lead local efforts from beautification to food support+ the awards ceremony will be held at 11:30 a.m. on April 27 at Capitol Park Museum. The Advocate
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ State wildlife officials reported that a Duson man (53), identified as Joshua Thanh Dinh, illegally caught four bonnethead sharks and 63 Spanish mackerel—including 32 undersized ones—with his shrimp trawl vessel on the Gulf, prompting agents to seize the catch. WBRZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Baton Rouge streets bordered by Lafayette, Convention, North 7th and Main will close from 4 p.m. to 7 a.m. Thursday and Friday for Amazon MGM Studios filming driving scenes for the new thriller Ally Clark starring Viola Davis. WBRZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Officials approved a rule on April 13 requiring students at Iberville schools to use only clear or mesh bags beginning next school year (the rule aims to speed up bag checks and enhance safety). Parents may contact their school for more details. WAFB 9
- ➤ St. George mayor Dustin Yates said a new school district matching city boundaries would offer a tax cut for residents if Amendment 2 (the proposal) passes on May 16. He will share financial estimates ahead of the vote following a City Club press conference. The Advocate
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ LSU Student Government partnered with Geaux Green to host the final Keep LSU Beautiful cleanup near the LSU UREC and University Lakes on Saturday morning during Love the Boot Week. Garnier supplied gloves, trash bags and grabbers—funding from the Student Senate provided Chick-fil-A refreshments. LSU Reveille
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ National Work Zone Awareness Week began Monday as Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Corporation reminds drivers to slow down and avoid distractions in construction zones to protect both motorists and work crews. WAFB 9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ochsner Health has expanded its Eat Fit program to hospital cafeterias and vending machines after success at local eateries; the initiative offers discounted, healthier meals and will be evaluated by Tulane and Xavier University over the next three years. WBRZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU baseball lost to Texas A&M 5-2 in a three-game series held in Baton Rouge last weekend. Cade Arrambide hit a solo homer while Zac Cowan was charged with the loss, and the Tigers will host New Orleans tomorrow night. WJBO
- ➤ LSU gymnastics finished second at the NCAA Gymnastics National Championship as Oklahoma claimed its fourth title in five years. The Tigers' Kailin Chio earned the program's first-ever perfect 10 on vault at the event. WJBO
- ➤ Delta Air Lines will add special flights for LSU football games at Baton Rouge Metro Airport (games include one on Sept. 5, Oct. 10, Nov. 7, Nov. 14, and Nov. 21) to offer fans more travel options as seats are expected to fill quickly. WAFB 9
- ➤ Southern baseball swept Alcorn State over the weekend with a +25 run differential and extended its win streak to six games while holding an 11 to 6 record in SWAC play. The Jaguars will face Arkansas Pine Bluff this weekend as they tie for fifth in the conference. WBRZ
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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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Dance With The Dead & Magic Sword
7-11 p.m. — Chelsea's Live — $ — Enjoy an unforgettable night of synthwave sounds as both bands deliver epic performances.
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Vincent Herring's Something Else Jazz Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Manship Theatre — Starting at $56 — Experience the high-energy soul jazz sounds from acclaimed alto saxophonist Vincent Herring and his supergroup, Something Else!
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