Friday, May 9th, 2025

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Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An 18-wheeler crashed on the interstate late May 7, killing one driver, and the Denham Springs Police Department is investigating the incident. WAFB 9
- ➤ Emergency officials responded to a structure fire in the Gardere area on Thursday morning, May 8 — firefighters secured the scene and began investigating the cause. WAFB 9
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Phillip Kegan Gardner was found guilty of second-degree murder — obstruction of justice in the death of Nevaeh Allen after a week-long trial. WAFB 9
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The third annual Baton Rouge Night Market will highlight Asian culture tomorrow in downtown Baton Rouge from 3 p.m. — 9 p.m., featuring vendors such as Seoul Stop, The Madz Kitchen and Sushi Iku. WBRZ
- ➤ Disney On Ice is presenting 'Let's Dance' at Raising Cane’s River Center for Mother’s Day weekend—today a 7 p.m. performance kicks off the event and additional shows are scheduled for May 10 and May 11 with Mickey Mouse remixing Disney tunes into fun stories. A VIP package with character meet and greets is available for a more interactive experience. WVLA
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Main Street Market’s restaurant pods remain delayed for extra repairs (BREADA is seeking local vendor applications) while LSU gymnast Livvy Dunne launches a new cotton candy Accelerator Active Energy drink available at Rouses and online. Night Market BTR will host 55 vendors and 12,000 attendees tomorrow while Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives features Cou-Yon’s tonight, with Burgersmith closing at month’s end and 7 Brew opening a new drive-thru on May 12. 225 Magazine
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU baseball outfielder Chris Stanfield was named a finalist for the inaugural Tony Gwynn Trophy—which honors college athletes who serve the community and excel in school and on the field—and the Tigers, now 38-11, will begin a three-game series against Arkansas tomorrow night in Baton Rouge. WJBO
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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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Strength and Speed: 8th and 9th Grade Baseball Training
12 PM - 1 PM — Catholic High School — Must participate in Metro League for tryout eligibility — Enhance athletic skills with focused strength and conditioning training for aspiring CHS baseball players.
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Metro League Baseball Tryouts
2-4 p.m. — Catholic High School — Required participation for prospective CHS Baseball team members — Organized league play for 7th-9th graders aiming for the upcoming school year's team.
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2025 Elite Camp #1
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — LSU Football Operations Center — Cost not specified — Enhance your athletic skills at this comprehensive camp for high school students.
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Taj Farrant's Chapter One Tour
9:00 – 10:30 PM — Chelsea's Live — Tickets available — Experience the debut album tour of young Australian guitarist Taj Farrant showcasing his unique sound.
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