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Baton Rouge
Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Denham Springs have faced sewage overflows for months that have saturated yards, streets, and a nearby pond. Magnolia Water installed two new, larger pumps Friday (after a pump failure during heavy rainfall) and will continue to monitor the system to address the issue. WBRZ
- ➤ Volunteers at Immaculate Conception Church began installing Baton Rouge’s second Community Lighthouse last week & trained on roles for sustainability during outages. Together Louisiana, a network of 250 congregations, plans to have a hub within 20 minutes of every resident to strengthen disaster resilience. The Advocate
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Benny's Car Wash discontinued state inspection services at its Perkins Road and Coursey Boulevard locations on Monday as House Bill 1085 replaces stickers with a $6 QR code (affecting customers who need vehicle tests). WBRZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Baton Rougeans now experience Korean barbecue at KPOT and Legend Pot. The restaurants offer an interactive dining style (diners grill their own marinated meats with a variety of dipping sauces) that brings a fresh twist to the local culinary scene. 225 Magazine
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Jeff Landry will hold a second press conference today to update on teacher pay raises after Amendment Three failed. The state’s 15-member task force—led by Senate President Cameron Henry—will gather testimony to propose funding changes in the next legislative session. WBRZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hurricane season starts today and Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill urges residents to update insurance, finalize evacuation plans & secure supplies before any storm hits. WJBO
- ➤ East Baton Rouge Parish Mayor-President Sid Edwards urged residents to be Red Stick Ready as hurricane season began yesterday and advised them to visit the website (for guidance and supply resources) to prepare for potential storms. WBRZ
- ➤ Hurricane season is underway and will run until Nov. 30 with NOAA projecting eight to 14 named storms. GOHSEP advises locals to prepare for emergencies as conditions may change rapidly. WBRZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Baton Rouge General warns that summer activities may lead to ER visits for sunburns, dehydration, water injuries, cooking burns & fireworks mishaps and advises families to use sunscreen, drink water, and supervise children at pools and barbeques. WAFB 9
- ➤ The American Red Cross in Baton Rouge urges residents to prepare hurricane survival kits with a three-day go-kit and a two-week stay-at-home kit (including backup batteries, medications and pet essentials) as the storm season begins today; prescription medications and first aid items should be on hand. WBRZ
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ LDWF has announced Free Fishing Weekend for June 6-7, letting families fish without a license while a permit is needed (fees for which will be waived) for certain species. Two lessons will be held at Waddill Wildlife Refuge Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. WAFB 9
- ➤ Local butchers offer shoppers guidance on selecting flavorful beef, pork, chicken, and lamb cuts from neighborhood meat shops. Their advice includes choosing fattier, less appealing cuts for better taste and cost savings (as explained by experts) while encouraging experimentation with different cooking techniques. 225 Magazine
- ➤ Local pit bosses at Salt Pepper Oak, Smoke Bayou, and Offset Smoker are raising Baton Rouge's barbecue scene with techniques that use salt and coarsely ground pepper. The restaurants are on Exchequer Dr. — Coursey Blvd. — and Government St. 225 Magazine
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OAL Annual Convention - Baton Rouge
All day — Crowne Plaza Executive Center — Registration required — Engage in valuable discussions and networking during this annual convention for the Optometry Association of Louisiana.
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Capital City Blues Extravaganza featuring Tucka
7:30-9 p.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Ticket information TBA — An unforgettable night of blues and soul awaits in Baton Rouge.
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Balmora Concert Featuring Contention, Holder, and Azshara
3 AM – 8 PM — Mid City Ballroom — Ticket prices vary — Experience an exciting lineup with Balmora and special guests in Baton Rouge.
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Cereal Box Collage Art Workshop
2-4 p.m. — West Baton Rouge Parish Library Main Branch — Free entry — Create colorful collages with pop artist Michael Albert in this fun hands-on workshop for kids and families.
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SHAGGED MARRIED ANNOYED with Chris & Rosie Ramsey
9:00 – 10:30 PM — Texas Club — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of laughter with Chris & Rosie Ramsey's comedic performance.
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Wrestling Camp 9002
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM — Catholic High School — Registration required — Develop essential wrestling skills through engaging drills and activities.
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Andrew Duhon Live
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Manship Theatre — Tickets required — Experience heartfelt storytelling through music with Andrew Duhon in Baton Rouge.
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Difference Maker Summit 2026
9 AM - 2 PM — Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel — Free entry — A day of empowering nonprofit leaders with workshops, networking, and community connection.
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Chris Vincent Headlines at Muddy Waters Blues Festival
8 PM — The Basin Music Hall — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience a night of soulful music with Chris Vincent at a vibrant local festival.
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