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Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Companion Animal Alliance in Baton Rouge is asking for emergency fosters today to care for at least 70 dogs at its shelter at 2550 Gourrier Avenue — fosters must commit to two weeks as the shelter cares for over 270 dogs and 200 cats and has admitted over 300 animals since last Monday. WAFB 9
- ➤ Air Products donated $175,000 from its Lake Maurepas Community Fund to the Manchac Volunteer Fire Department to buy a backup generator, upgrade its station, add a new boat engine and trailer, and convert a truck bay into a training room for first responder classes—an effort designed to boost safety on and around Lake Maurepas. The Advocate
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Baton Rouge man named Gad Black aged 41 was arrested Monday near Joor Road at 11 a.m. after allegedly ramming Sgt. Caleb Eisworth with his pickup truck and now faces charges including attempted first degree murder and hate crime—while his girlfriend Asia Raby aged 40 was booked on obstruction of justice and as an accessory after the fact. The Advocate
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Southern University will host its annual Juneteenth celebrations soon — Dr. Dawn Kight and Nala Hill discussed plans for the event — as the university prepares to honor this important day. WAFB 9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Representatives from Louisiana’s largest hospitals met on Capitol Hill Tuesday after Senate leaders released a 549-page bill proposing deeper Medicaid cuts than the House version. Paul A. Salles, president of the Louisiana Hospital Association, warned that if the new cuts are adopted, rural hospitals may lose critical funding from state-directed payments—potentially dropping support from $245 million to as low as $128 million—while Senate votes are expected next week. The Advocate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU Tiger baseball beat UCLA 9-5 after a weather delay halted play on Monday night at the College World Series in Omaha — key runs in the later innings secured the win. LSU will play again on Wednesday — UCLA must play an elimination game against Arkansas at 6 p.m. tonight. WBRZ
- ➤ Former Holden softball player Taylor Efferson had a busy summer as she helped the Rockets win three LHSAA state championships and led Copiah Lincoln Community College to an NJCAA national championship. She made big hits and pitched scoreless relief in the World Series—earning tournament MVP and all America honors. 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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