Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of June.
Good morning, Baton Rouge.
Baton Rouge-area Catholic priest Father Greg Daigle died Sunday morning after falling ill during a 9 a.m. Mass and was rushed to Oschner Medical Center—funeral arrangements are pending.
The 66-year-old priest served at St. John the Evangelist in Plaquemine and was known for his operatic voice from tours with multiple opera companies.
Kelvin Joseph Jr.—a former LSU cornerback from Baton Rouge—was arrested early Saturday in Texas for allegedly striking and killing a motorcyclist while driving under the influence and fleeing the scene.
Early Sunday, Ascension Parish deputies responded to a 2 a.m. shooting on I-10 in Prairieville — an unknown vehicle opened fire on a westbound car — injuring three occupants, with two in critical condition who were taken to a local hospital.
LSU’s interim president Matt Lee said the university is ready to help revitalize the University of New Orleans if the legislature votes to return the school to the LSU system—he noted that UNO has struggled with a $30 million shortfall and low enrollment since Hurricane Katrina.
The House will vote on the transfer before the legislative session ends Thursday.
LSU is launching a search for its next president after Dr. Tate left to lead Rutgers—Interim President Matt Lee is now overseeing the campus while the board plans to form a search committee next month.
The committee will begin reviewing candidates in August and aims to choose a new leader this fall.
LSU Tigers beat West Virginia 12-5 in a game delayed three hours by weather—six runs in the seventh inning pushed the Tigers close to a College World Series berth as visitors in game two.
They remain a handful of outs from advancing to the series in Omaha next week.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.”
Open House at Lexington Park
2-4 p.m. — 14059 Arbor Grove Dr, Baton Rouge, LA — Free entry — Explore a beautifully maintained home in one of Baton Rouge's charming communities with stylish interiors and convenient amenities.
iTREP Biomedical Entrepreneurship Program
All week — LSU School of Veterinary Medicine — Travel and lodging covered for selected participants — Dive into biomedical entrepreneurship with interactive workshops and mentorship opportunities.
Louisiana CRAFT: JADAM & Korean Natural Farming
3:30-5:30 p.m. — Baton Roots Community Farm — Free entry — Explore hands-on Korean Natural Farming techniques and take home your own amendments.
In-Person EMDR Basic Training
Multiple days — Baton Rouge, LA — Registration required — Comprehensive EMDR training designed for licensed mental health professionals featuring lectures and supervised practice.
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