Good morning, Baton Rouge.

East Baton Rouge Council on Aging hosted a Juneteenth Freedom Day celebration (featuring live music from Kenny Neal and the Neal family), food, cultural experiences and resources Saturday at BREC Gus Young Park.

The free event, organized by Rep. C. Denise Marcelle, brought together organizations for unity and reflection.

Baker officials opened a new youth baseball field off North Magnolia Drive on Saturday + local teams held a scrimmage after the ribbon cutting as they now schedule upcoming games.

South Louisiana businesses announced multiple personnel moves today, including Ronald Solomon as Southern University's new CIO plus Jonathan Parker as head baseball coach at BRCC.

Additional hires include experts at Hyro, Kean Miller and Weichert.

On Saturday, the second annual Grosse Tete Juneteenth celebration in Grosse Tete honored Black history and community service through a parade, local vendors, music, and a tribute to ambassadors from nearby areas (Rosedale and Maringouin).

Baton Rouge's Juneteenth Unity Festival runs from June 18 to June 21 with the main celebration on June 20 at the East Baton Rouge Parish Goodwood Library, where Dr. Elle A.

Williams will present panels on education and wellness, youth entrepreneurship, and the Black Wall Street Marketplace to empower growth.

Families gathered in Donaldsonville on Saturday for the 31st annual Juneteenth celebration featuring live entertainment + food vendors and historical presentations.

Mayor Leroy Sullivan noted the event honored freedom and tradition while preserving the community’s history for younger generations.

Residents from the Garden District met with city-parish leaders Saturday, June 13 to discuss recurring flooding that damaged homes and led to car tows.

Officials reviewed proposals (including a $10.3 million drainage upgrade to reroute storm water to Dawson Creek) while no immediate fix was announced.

LSU tight end and East Feliciana High School alum Trey'Dez Green hosted the first Try'Dez Green Football Camp at his old high school today to inspire young players.

His effort joins other camps this weekend held by former and current football stars across Baton Rouge.

At the NCAA Outdoor Championship on Saturday, Jun.

13, LSU sprinter Shawnti Jackson helped set an LSU record in the 4x100 relay with a 41.74-second finish, and she earned a bronze medal in the 100-meter dash as the team finished 11th overall.

Southern hosted the Marshall Faulk football camp yesterday at A.W.

Mumford Stadium, where 230 campers practiced combine drills and position work with coaches + Jaguar players to build recruiting connections.

Baton Rouge native and Baltimore Ravens player Emery Jones hosted the second free Built in the Boot football camp on Saturday in Baton Rouge + local youth received hands-on training, mentorship, and a chance to grow their football skills on the field he grew up playing.

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.