Good morning, Baton Rouge.

An animal shelter in Baton Rouge is hosting $5 Fridays this summer to help adopt dogs & cats into forever homes.

The event will take place every Friday and offers summer discounts to encourage local families to find a pet companion.

Sammy’s Grill will close its Highland Road location on Sunday, June 14 due to its lease ending—its owners will welcome customers at the Prairieville site on 37306 Perkins Road.

The restaurant has served the community since 1988.

New Orleans-based Hollywood Trucks built 20 solar-powered Ecoluxe trailers with Starlink Wi-Fi and Apple TV for NBCUniversal shows like Hacks and an Amy Poehler series.

Operating from a Baton Rouge office and backed by a $30 million funding round, founder Andre Champagne plans to produce 12 more trailers.

Louisiana Lottery president Rose Hudson, who started by cleaning toilets, now leads the lottery that has quintupled its revenue over 35 years; she said legislators must approve a mobile ticket option to help boost sales for its 2,900 local retailers.

A Baker community activist said her Save Our Kids signs were stolen from local businesses weeks after launching her campaign against youth violence, and she filed a police report while businesses review their surveillance footage (each sign costs about $40).

Families experienced Louisiana culture and storytelling at the Old Governor's Mansion on Sunday, June 7, with Roux's First Day event featuring a reading of a children's book, a scavenger hunt, a music class, a drawing workshop and a wildlife presentation from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.

Learning Tree Academy in Baton Rouge celebrated 10-year achievements during graduation as Kehlani, once nonverbal, was chosen as valedictorian; teachers praised her progress as a sign of the academy's commitment to early learning and 24-hour childcare.

Officials closed waterways in Ascension Parish & Livingston Parish due to rising water levels.

Recreational traffic is prohibited while conditions are monitored.

LSU seniors Mikaylah Williams & Milaysia Fulwiley led Team USA to a 21-20 win at the FIBA 3-on-3 World Cup in Warsaw.

Williams’s clutch overtime shot helped secure their gold medals, and the players will soon return home to Baton Rouge.

LSU women's basketball guard Mikaylah Williams hit an overtime game-winner in Team USA’s 3-on-3 match on Sunday, June 07 in Warsaw, Poland; the team will face Australia at 1:45 p.m. in the gold medal game.

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.

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.

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.

Wrestling Camp 9002

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM — Catholic High School — Registration required — Develop essential wrestling skills through engaging drills and activities.

Andrew Duhon Live

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Manship Theatre — Tickets required — Experience heartfelt storytelling through music with Andrew Duhon in Baton Rouge.

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.

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.