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Friday, May 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Iberville Parish lost its historic Nottoway Plantation (built in 1859 along the Mississippi River) after fire crews battled a blaze that reduced the property to rubble with no injuries reported. The Advocate
- ➤ Six people including two children were displaced after a fire broke out on Jackson Avenue just before 1 a.m. on May 15 — the Baton Rouge Fire Department contained the damage around the home's attic while the Red Cross helped the residents — and no injuries were reported. WBRZ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Three shootings on Wednesday in Baton Rouge left four people injured with one in critical condition—incidents occurred near North 24th Street and Laurel Street, Bluebonnet Ridge Apartments and Jefferson Lakes Apartments, and police are investigating. WVLA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A state judge in Baton Rouge heard arguments on May 15th over a law that makes misoprostol and mifepristone controlled dangerous substances. Plaintiffs said the law may slow emergency care — and defendants asked the judge to dismiss the lawsuit filed in October. WVLA
- ➤ Attorney General Liz Murrill has hired Baton Rouge law firm Taylor Porter to handle several capital post-conviction appeals, including death row inmate Antoinette Frank’s case, to speed up the execution process and address long-dormant claims—Murrill said neither she nor her husband, a partner in the firm, profits from state contracts and that an ethics clearance is pending for attorney Grant Willis’s work. Legal experts and defense attorneys have questioned this approach, arguing it may overstep constitutional authority while potentially shortening defendants’ rights. The Advocate
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A cardiologist from Ochsner discussed ways to control high blood pressure on Thursday morning during National Blood Pressure Awareness Month—he said thousands in Baton Rouge might be at risk and advised using digital cuffs, regular exercise, avoiding smoking and cutting sodium intake. This information aims to help residents monitor their health and prevent complications from high blood pressure. WBRZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU’s $400 million arena project is moving forward despite missing a 60-day submission deadline for plans, with attorney Charles Landry working with the university on the process. Executive deputy director Keli Zinn said progress continues toward approvals by the LSU Board of Supervisors + Louisiana Board of Regents as the arena is expected to host sports, music and entertainment events once built. 225 Magazine
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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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Women Veterans Symposium
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — American Legion Post 381 — Free entry — Celebrate and connect with women veterans through empowerment, education, and networking.
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Denim & Boots: Rodeo Edition
6-11 p.m. — Rev Center — Tickets available on Eventbrite — Celebrate Father's Day with live performances from King George and friends at this rodeo-themed event.
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Jovin Webb Performance
Time TBA — Red Stick Social — Cost TBA — Experience the soulful rock tunes of Gonzales native and former American Idol contestant Jovin Webb at Laid Back Brunch.
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