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Thursday, May 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This summer, the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank is seeking volunteers to help sort and repackage food—available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. The food bank partners with local groups to feed the hungry across Baton Rouge and nearby communities. WAFB 9
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Baton Rouge Fire Department responded to a house fire on Edgewood Drive early Wednesday morning, May 28. WAFB 9
- ➤ Crews responded to a fire at a vacant house on North 22nd Street early Wednesday morning (3:30 a.m. call from Edgewood Drive) and prevented flames from spreading to nearby buildings while investigators ruled the structure a total loss with no injuries reported. WBRZ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Baton Rouge Police arrested Sakyron Taylor, 24, on Wednesday after he shot one person at a McDonald's on South Sherwood Forest Boulevard during a verbal argument on Saturday (he was out on bond for an August 2024 homicide) and booked him on attempted second-degree murder and aggravated criminal damage to property charges. WBRZ
- ➤ Baton Rouge Police arrested Dakell Odds and Sommer Reed after search warrants at two addresses found a 3D printer—tools for making machine gun conversion devices—and drugs; Odds faces 16 counts including possession of a machine gun while Reed faces 16 counts for similar charges. WBRZ
- ➤ Zhanea Lee faces charges for allegedly setting her ex-boyfriend’s boat on fire on May 16 on Greenwell Springs Road—police say her actions endangered nearby residents and caused about $6,000 in damage. WAFB 9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ More than 300 Baton Rouge high schoolers and recent graduates were paired with over 70 local companies this Wednesday to begin a paid summer job program; they will work 30 to 40 hours weekly for eight weeks to earn $3,500 while gaining skills and industry certifications through the mayor’s Youth Workforce Experience—announced at Baton Rouge Community College’s Match Day. WBRZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ AmeriCorps grant cuts in late April removed $2.6 million in funds from 13 programs that used 330 AmeriCorps members to help feed central Louisiana residents facing food insecurity—leaving food banks and disaster response teams with fewer resources. Local officials say they worry that the loss of these volunteers will lead to longer lines and reduced help in times of need. The Advocate
- ➤ Gov. Jeff Landry signed six car insurance reform bills into law at the Governor’s Mansion on May 28th to help lower rising car insurance costs by giving the insurance commissioner more power, requiring proof of accident injuries, limiting certain lawsuits, and offering a premium discount for commercial vehicles with dash cams installed & addressing concerns over frequent litigation abuses. He also plans to sign a hands-free distracted driving bill soon to further curb cell phone use while driving. WVLA
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Wrestling Camp 9001
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM — Catholic High School — $200.00 — Learn the fundamental skills of wrestling through interactive drills and games.
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Rockshow NOLA: The Ultimate Tribute to Styx and Foreigner
8-11 p.m. — L'Auberge Casino & Hotel Baton Rouge — Cost info unavailable — Experience an electrifying tribute to two legendary rock bands in an exciting venue.
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St Gabriel Firefly Under the Moon Market
4pm-8pm “St. Gabriel’s Firefly Under the Moon Market is a magical evening event held monthly at Chatsworth Plantation. Enjoy live music, handcrafted goods, kids’ activities, local food, drinks, and the nostalgic charm of the Corner Store—all under the glow of fireflies.”
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