Good morning, Baton Rouge.

GSYR Pro Rodeo returns for two nights at BREC’s Shady Park Arena in Baton Rouge — continuing a 60-year tradition of youth equestrian events.

Ticket prices are $15 for adults, $10 for kids ages 6–12 and free for children 5 and under.

Quiana Lynell releases her vinyl-exclusive album Black Magic, a tribute to her musical journey and Louisiana roots — the signed edition pre-orders sold out.

She will perform at the Juneteenth Unity Fest on June 20 at the Main Library.

East Baton Rouge public schoolteachers received raises averaging $8,500 a year after the school board approved a new salary schedule on Thursday.

Starting pay jumped from $50,000 to $56,000 (among the highest boosts regionally) and bus drivers along with other staff also saw increased wages.

Knock Knock Children's Museum will host the Earn and Learn Financial Literacy Weekend on Saturday, June 13 and Sunday, June 14; children can earn wooden tokens through hands-on activities guided by Society of Louisiana CPAs in simulated settings like a farmers market & restaurant.

Gov. Jeff Landry's plan proposes to cut state funding to public schools by about 5% statewide so that $168 million can pay for $2,000 teacher stipends and $1,000 bonuses for school support staff.

The proposal details how each school system's cut will vary based on local revenue.

El Niño has returned and may become one of the strongest events since 1950.

NOAA warns that enhanced wind shear could reduce hurricane activity along the Gulf Coast, including Baton Rouge, through Nov. 30 + officials advise residents to prepare as conditions evolve.

Hyundai-POSCO Louisiana Steel has revised its permit by replacing nine natural gas heaters with electric ones and adding two systems to cut annual emissions by 22,000 tons for greenhouse gases and 500 tons for nitrogen oxide in Ascension Parish — a change made after environmental groups raised concerns.

Louisiana lawmakers passed bills to lower prescription drug costs by requiring insurers to offer generics, increasing local pharmacy payments, + enforcing tougher rules for pharmacy benefit managers; the measures now await Gov. Jeff Landry's signature, which could ease costs for everyday patients.

The Louisiana Department of Health announced that the Louisiana Carrot Initiative is now available at all Walmart and Walmart Neighborhood Market locations statewide, giving SNAP recipients a 30-cent bonus per dollar on fresh fruits and vegetables up to $25 a month (the bonus is automatically added to their EBT cards).

Assistant professor John Apolzan from Pennington Biomedical Research Center recently published research showing that consuming one avocado + one cup of mango daily for eight weeks improved blood vessel function.

His study supports the Food Is Medicine initiative as it addresses local challenges with food insecurity and obesity.

LSU announced kickoff times+TV windows for its 2026 football schedule under head coach Lane Kiffin.

The season will open with three 6:30 p.m. home games at Tiger Stadium and flex matchups that let local fans plan exciting fall Saturdays.

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.