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Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Late Monday night, employees witnessed a man shot and killed outside the Cortana Amazon Fulfilment Center when a dispute broke out between a current employee and a 21-year-old former worker identified as Daylon Anthony—police are investigating the incident while Amazon said employees will receive full pay for missed shifts. WBRZ
- ➤ Michael Brooks said he was hit by a pickup truck on Monday near Saint Vincent De Paul while turning onto Florida Boulevard and that the driver then pointed a black gun at him—he filed a police report and hired an attorney. WBRZ
- ➤ A video shows gunfire broke out inside the Amazon Fulfillment Center after a heated argument outside, and the shooter—an Amazon employee—fled the scene after firing four shots at 11:30 p.m. on April 28. WAFB 9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU Tigers beat Southeastern Louisiana Lions 15-2 on Tuesday night—Derek Curiel hit a leadoff homer and Ethan Frey delivered a walk-off grand slam that triggered the mercy rule, with several pitchers keeping the score low. LSU will play Texas A&M on Friday evening. LSU Reveille
- ➤ LSU track and field set national bests at three meets over the past eleven days. The Tigers posted top relay times and saw Michaela Rose and Tima Godbless improve their rankings at meets in California, Florida and Baton Rouge — marking strong performances as the season winds down. LSU Reveille
- ➤ LSU women’s basketball signed South Carolina guard MiLaysia Fulwiley after she entered the transfer portal; Fulwiley—who averaged 11.7 points, 2.8 rebounds and two assists last season—will add depth to the Tigers’ guard lineup. LSU Reveille
- ➤ LSU gymnast Olivia Dunne launched her new Cotton Candy Accelerator flavor at Rouses Market on Arlington Creek Drive on April 28 — she joined LSU teammates for a meet and greet with fans. LSU Reveille
- ➤ LSU baseball players have earned midseason honors as five players are on award watch lists and one freshman is named a midseason All-American by Perfect Game. Their strong plays in key SEC games (with notable efforts from players like Kade Anderson and Jared Jones) boost the team as they work toward postseason play. LSU Reveille
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American Aquarium Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Chelsea's Live — Ticket info available — Enjoy the honest voice of country music from American Aquarium.
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EXHORDER Live Performance
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Chelsea's Live — Tickets from $20.00 — Experience the intense energy of Exhorder as they rock Baton Rouge.
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So Good: The Neil Diamond Experience
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Manship Theatre — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable tribute to Neil Diamond with over 24 classic hit songs.
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Vincent Neil Emerson Live Performance
9:00-10:30 p.m. — Chelsea's Live — Cost TBA — Experience the acclaimed singer-songwriter blend Americana, country, and rock n roll in an engaging live setting.
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4th Annual Miles2Moms Event
7:30-11:30 a.m. — North Boulevard Town Square — Free entry with registration — Celebrate maternal mental health through a fun 2-mile walk/run with family and friends.
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Disney On Ice: Let's Dance!
11 a.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Ticketed event — Experience a magical remix of Disney tunes with Mickey and friends on ice.
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2025 Pan American Masters Weightlifting Championships
May 14-18 — Crowne Plaza Executive Center Baton Rouge by IHG — Early registration $149 — Witness an exciting competition featuring master lifters from across the Americas.
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