Good morning, Baton Rouge.

LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens invites community members to explore specialty gardens & attend summer programs including bird-watching tours and lunch & learn events, plus experience the new welcome center and three miles of trails just minutes from LSU’s campus.

Tickets are sold out for the 2026 St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway that benefits St. Jude Children's Research Hospital; a 4-bedroom home on Oak Colony Drive + a new Genesis G70 will be given away.

The drawing will be held on June 18 on WBRZ.

Firefighters responded to a house fire in Prairieville on Sunday evening and rescued two dogs and one cat while a second cat left on its own — both the dog and the cat received oxygen and emergency care for smoke inhalation.

East Baton Rouge Parish School System held a two-day Gifted Screening Blitz for students in kindergarten through 12th grade to spot eligibility for the Scholastic Academy and Great Scholars Academy programs (screening required an 84% IQ composite or high scores in two subjects).

Meta will launch America’s Workforce Academy pilot program in Baton Rouge to train workers for AI infrastructure jobs with a boot camp (4 to 5 weeks) that pays participants while covering tuition, airfare, and lodging.

Graduates will be assigned work with Meta contractor partners on data center construction projects.

Zachary Community School District Superintendent Ben Necaise is reintroducing Zachary Forward, a June 27 tax measure that would shift construction funds to boost teacher and staff salaries without raising residents’ rates.

He is hosting town halls + collecting video testimonials to rally community support.

The Louisiana Department of Education reported that K-3 students improved reading proficiency by 16.5 points during the 2025-26 school year — with kindergarteners showing nearly a 40-point jump.

Officials say targeted screening and instruction continue to support early literacy.

Stephanie Cargile, a longtime ExxonMobil official and 1988 graduate, has been named president of St. Joseph’s Academy and will assume the role in July, replacing Jan Breen.

The all-girls Catholic school at 3015 Broussard St serves more than 1,100 students and upholds a strong tradition of academic excellence.

Livingston Parish waterways reopened Monday after being closed due to high water levels & Ascension Parish waterways remain closed.

The federal SAVE student loan repayment plan is being phased out after a recent court settlement, and borrowers have 90 days to switch to new repayment options as the Dept. of Education prepares a Repayment Assistance Plan launching July 1 + notifications have begun for roughly 7.5 million participants.

Susan Shanske, a licensed social worker with the BRIDGES Adult Transition Program, offers healthcare advice for teens moving off parental plans as they graduate and take on new responsibilities.

She recommends Got Transition and Healthcare Shift as ways to learn skills needed to schedule appointments and track symptoms.

Zachary's second Restaurant Week is underway today — offering fixed-price menus at over 15 local restaurants and featuring dishes from quesadillas to seafood and peach cobbler.

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.

Austin Meade Concert

7:00-10:30 p.m. — Texas Club — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy an electrifying night with live music by Austin Meade at the Texas Club.