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Monday, June 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On June 14, hundreds gathered downtown in Baton Rouge for the 'No Kings' protest that joined similar demonstrations across the country – the event brought a local voice to a national movement. WAFB 9
- ➤ BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo has announced that it will add new animals and make other updates in time for summer — the changes will refresh exhibits and enhance the visitor experience. The zoo said the improvements are planned to be rolled out over the coming weeks. WAFB 9
- ➤ WBRZ won four awards from the Society of Professional Journalists’ Louisiana Professional Chapter for its 2024 coverage, including a grand prize for Television Journalism for Hurricane Francine and first-place recognition for Multimedia Report. Sylvia Weatherspoon received first place for her feature on an unlikely friendship — while Investigative Reporting for a series on issues at Elayn Hunt Correctional Center earned second place. WBRZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ EBR Schools approved a realignment plan that closed seven district schools—affecting about 250 staff—and reconfigured others, displacing hundreds more; the Human Resources Department held a job fair on May 8 and now offers online office hours to help roughly 700 employees find new jobs before the new school year begins on Aug. 7. The Advocate
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Doctors in Louisiana and nationwide are seeing more strokes in young adults—experts say rising risks like high blood pressure, obesity, and diabetes are to blame. They urge quick care and regular checkups to help lower stroke risk and improve recovery. The Advocate
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette native Mondo Duplantis, an LSU alum, broke his pole vault world record by clearing 6.28 meters at a Diamond League meet in Stockholm on Sunday—he improved his previous mark by one centimeter for his 12th record. The Advocate
- ➤ LSU Tiger baseball players spent Father's Day weekend in Omaha enjoying dinner and time with their dads before their next game at the College World Series. They will face UCLA on Monday at 6 p.m. on ESPN—an event that shows the team's strong family support. WBRZ
- ➤ Former LSU pitcher Paul Skenes will attend LSU's College World Series game against UCLA today in Omaha while on a day off from his work with the Pirates—his team will begin a series in Detroit on Tuesday and he is set to start against the Tigers on Thursday. The Advocate
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Rockshow NOLA: The Ultimate Tribute to Styx and Foreigner
8-11 p.m. — L'Auberge Casino & Hotel Baton Rouge — Cost info unavailable — Experience an electrifying tribute to two legendary rock bands in an exciting venue.
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St Gabriel Firefly Under the Moon Market
4pm-8pm “St. Gabriel’s Firefly Under the Moon Market is a magical evening event held monthly at Chatsworth Plantation. Enjoy live music, handcrafted goods, kids’ activities, local food, drinks, and the nostalgic charm of the Corner Store—all under the glow of fireflies.”
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Open House at Lexington Park
2-4 p.m. — 14059 Arbor Grove Dr, Baton Rouge, LA — Free entry — Explore a beautifully maintained home in one of Baton Rouge's charming communities with stylish interiors and convenient amenities.
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iTREP Biomedical Entrepreneurship Program
All week — LSU School of Veterinary Medicine — Travel and lodging covered for selected participants — Dive into biomedical entrepreneurship with interactive workshops and mentorship opportunities.
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Louisiana CRAFT: JADAM & Korean Natural Farming
3:30-5:30 p.m. — Baton Roots Community Farm — Free entry — Explore hands-on Korean Natural Farming techniques and take home your own amendments.
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In-Person EMDR Basic Training
Multiple days — Baton Rouge, LA — Registration required — Comprehensive EMDR training designed for licensed mental health professionals featuring lectures and supervised practice.
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Baton Rouge 4th of July Celebration
4-10 p.m. — Kenilworth Science and Technology Academy — Free entry — Experience a festive mix of live music, dining, and a spectacular fireworks show as Baton Rouge celebrates Independence Day.
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Direct From Sweden - The Music of ABBA
8:00-9:30 p.m. — L'Auberge Casino & Hotel Baton Rouge — Check website for price — Experience the vibrant music of ABBA performed live from Sweden.
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Murder Mystery Dinner Show
6-9 p.m. — Holiday Inn Baton Rouge College Drive I-10 — Tickets starting at $61.99 — Unravel a comedic mystery while enjoying a delicious dinner.
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