Good morning, Baton Rouge.

The East Baton Rouge Parish Mayor-President's Office is asking volunteers to help clean up North Baton Rouge at 4720 Ritterman Avenue on Saturday, June 20 from 8 a.m. & 10 a.m. The effort is part of the 100 Day Transformation Initiative that will remove litter and debris along several streets.

Residents gathered on Thursday, June 11 at McKinley High Alumni Center to review two proposals for transforming City-Brooks Park while preserving its nine-hole golf course.

Heated debate led to two individuals being escorted by police, and officials said an additional forum is planned in October to gather more community input.

Owner Lindsey Lee bought two downtown Donaldsonville buildings (807 Railroad Ave) to launch Gangnam Korean BBQ in the former Save-A-Lot and Lemon Tree Coffee and Ramen Bar in the old Gros Building.

The coffee bar opens end of July and the barbecue opens late August to early September to serve workers from the upcoming Hyundai-POSCO plant.

Donaldsonville is marking 31 years of Juneteenth with a three-day series of events that began Wednesday and continue through today.

The main music festival kicks off at 11 a.m. with a prayer and local bands performing for the community.

Baton Rouge singer Floyd Brown passed away Tuesday after battling cancer, his niece said.

He began recording at age 14, later winning the contest You Can Be a Star and owning several local nightclubs.

Caleb Wilson's family attended a ceremonial signing of the Caleb Wilson Act — an anti-hazing law for campus organizations — at the Capitol on Friday, June 12.

The law will take effect Aug. 1 and requires students to complete a one-credit anti-hazing course in their first two semesters.

The family-friendly Power Up Health and Safety Event took place Friday at 7373 Perkins Road from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering car seat checks, hearing and vision screenings, giveaways, and visits from St. George Fire Department and Kona Ice.

Today at Baton Rouge Clinic, a family-friendly event offers car seat checks, hearing + vision screenings, food bank donations, and visits by the St. George Fire Department and Kona Ice, giving locals a chance to access free safety and health services.

After spending 29 days in the neonatal intensive care unit, baby Amari’s family picked her up from Baton Rouge General in a limo on June 12.

Amari was born on May 14 weighing just over three pounds.

Developers of BLVD at Harding secured $18 million in state capital outlay funding and matching funds while receiving local approvals for their $50 million grocery-anchored retail project in North Baton Rouge; they plan to begin work soon and Harvest Fresh will open fall 2027.

LSU baseball star Steven 'Monster' Milam will return for the 2027 season after withdrawing from the MLB Draft, using his final season of eligibility after three years that included the 2025 national championship.

His decision pauses his professional career plans as he gets ready for another season with the Tigers.

Southern senior Tashina Alase won her heat in the women’s 100-meter hurdles at the NCAA outdoor track championships in Eugene, advancing to Saturday’s finals at 7:42 p.m. Central.

She becomes the first Southern Lady Jaguar in 32 years to reach the NCAA finals.

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.