Good morning, Baton Rouge.

The Grosse Tete Juneteenth Krewe will host the second-annual free celebration starting Saturday at 10 a.m. at Grosse Tete Park — featuring a parade, music by DJ Malik Anderson, and the crowning of King Charles Washington Sr. and Queen Annie Mae Young with Chief Prosecutor Brandi Lawrence as Grand Marshal.

Crews are driving piles into the ground today to build the foundation of the new May Street bridge as part of the University Lakes Restoration Project.

The project will connect City Park Lake + University Lake while large construction equipment and intermittent noise are expected during business hours until the work ends in June.

The Diocese of Baton Rouge announced that a school employee will return to work after an investigation found no evidence of inappropriate conduct toward students (no child was harmed), following an unsustained police report from May 12.

Baton Rouge Community College is hosting a summer camp for middle schoolers to explore careers in health care, construction, IT, and business.

The four-week camp runs in June and July ($150 per week per student) and offers hands-on sessions in each track.

LSU System President Wade Rousse said in a speech on Wednesday that he plans to boost local economic growth by restructuring LSU to improve research rankings and graduate employment, addressing Louisiana’s low collegiate achievement and labor gaps while attracting major capital investments from data centers and LNG projects.

Hyundai-POSCO Louisiana Steel revised its air permit on May 27 to cut emissions at its planned mill in Ascension Parish in response to environmental concerns; its changes replace gas heaters with electric ones (cutting about 22,000 tons of greenhouse gases and 500 tons of nitrogen oxide per year).

The Mayor-President’s office announced Tuesday that it invested over $400,000 in federal grants for summer youth programs — offering literacy, leadership training, workforce readiness, and family support — at local organizations chosen with Metro Council to meet youth needs.

The Louisiana Department of Health has expanded the Louisiana Carrot Initiative at all Walmart and Walmart Neighborhood Market locations—offering SNAP recipients a 30-cent bonus per dollar spent on fresh fruits and vegetables.

Recipients can earn up to $25 per month on their Electronic Benefit Transfer cards.

A mixed-use project near Woman’s Hospital is building 295 apartment units with a pool, clubhouse (and 24-hour gym) off Airline Highway in the Materra neighborhood.

Construction began last year and will finish in September while leasing opens in December.

Former Notre Dame outfielder Bino Watters joined LSU baseball on June 10 after announcing his transfer via social media with a photo featuring championship trophies; the sophomore recorded a .362 average, 10 home runs, and 51 RBI this season.

LSU offensive lineman Jordan Seaton is hosting a free football camp for youth athletes (grades 2 to 8) at BREC's Memorial Stadium on June 20.

The camp offers two training sessions with skills drills and leadership training featuring guest trainers Nat Nunnery and former NFL quarterback Rohan Davey.

Chase Young on NFL Network urged the Saints to bring back veteran Cameron Jordan, calling him a big brother figure (and future Hall Famer).

His remarks came as the team looked to strengthen its defense.

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.

Jerry Seinfeld Live

8-11 p.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughter with the comedy legend Jerry Seinfeld.