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Baton Rouge
Saturday, April 25th, 2026
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Two new community pantries were installed in Walker on Friday at Faith Crossing United Methodist Church and Christine Palmer's office along Florida Boulevard by Whole Heart Health. They offered free Manna Meals + snacks to support local individuals and families in need. WBRZ
- ➤ WBRZ’s April Davis will dance at the 18th annual Dancing for Big Buddy fundraiser today at PMAC to support youth mentorship after showing off her moves Friday at Mestizo’s, with voting open at 20 dollars per vote and John Pastorek and Syvia Weatherspoon hosting the event. WBRZ
- ➤ 86-year-old Milburn Guntz, a Baton Rouge veteran who served from 1958 to 1964 — including missions to recover fallen servicemen — was laid to rest on Friday at the Louisiana National Cemetery in Zachary after joining an Honor Flight to Washington earlier this month. WBRZ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ LSU student Max Salvant has designed a second version of his magnetic SketchStak notebooks to help students and professionals stay organized. The innovative product, based in Louisiana, is set to launch before the fall semester. LSU Reveille
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fresh Heat has given Baton Rouge youth a platform for spoken word for 20 years and is marking its anniversary on Thursday, Apr. 30 at Tera High School & will host additional events later this year to empower young voices. 225 Magazine
- ➤ The Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge has announced an upcoming exhibit by K.T. Ho titled A Refugee's Origin, which will explore the refugee experience; event details have not yet been released. WAFB 9
- ➤ The Red Clay Strays will perform at Raising Cane's River Center on Nov. 5 — joined by special guests Muscadine Bloodline and Brent Cobb — as part of their new album tour. Ticket presales begin Tuesday, Apr. 28 at 9 a.m. with public sales starting Friday, May 1. WBRZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ LSU students crafted and delivered modified toys to Southdowns Pre-K Center this week to support children with special needs. The project aimed to bring extra joy to young learners in the community. WAFB 9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ BREC officials designated eight parks as obsolete — approving Alexander, Dover, Lanier, Corlett outparcel and Wenonah Street parks for sale, while deferring Belfair, Blueberry Street and Fortune Addition parks amid community opposition. Sale proceeds will be set aside in a separate fund dedicated to BREC's service area. The Advocate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Southern softball won game one of their final regular season series against Prairie View A&M with a 3-1 win, lifting the team to a 30-13 record. The Jags will complete the series later today with a doubleheader starting at noon. 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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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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Gonzales Jambalaya Festival
May 21-24 — Lamar Dixon Expo Center — Cost varies — Experience four days of wood-fired Louisiana heritage featuring delicious jambalaya and lively festivities.
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Post Malone & Jelly Roll Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Tiger Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience genre-bending performances from Post Malone and Jelly Roll in an electrifying show.
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