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Saturday, June 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ East Baton Rouge District Attorney Hillar Moore said he disagreed with the June 20 order that vacated Todd Wessinger’s death sentence for the 1995 double murder at Calendar’s Restaurant — he warned that the ruling forces the state to re-present the case to a new jury, causing added burden for the courts and more pain for the victims' families as state AG Liz Murrill joins the appeal. The Advocate
- ➤ An East Baton Rouge grand jury indicted 60-year-old Roland Domino for second-degree murder and illegal possession of a stolen firearm after he shot 58-year-old Patricia Jackson on March 19 outside Our Lady of the Lake hospital amid a domestic dispute — Domino is set for arraignment on July 2 and will undergo a psychological evaluation. The Advocate
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Southern University is launching a new digital media Bachelor of Art program for students—classes will begin in Fall 2025 as the school prepares to offer innovative digital media courses. WAFB 9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Supreme Court will hear new arguments about Louisiana’s redistricting plan that creates a second majority-Black district — the case raises questions about the Voting Rights Act and equal protection. The state’s map will stay effective while the justices set the schedule for more discussion — a final decision remains pending. WVLA
- ➤ The LSU Board approved the next step to widen the west side of Nicholson Drive from Gourrier to Brightside as part of an ongoing road project—this decision moves the project forward in improving local transportation. WAFB 9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An 84-year-old woman from Livingston Parish is recovering after being diagnosed with Louisiana's first confirmed case of West Nile virus in 2025; she was hospitalized on June 13 with dizziness and disorientation and now undergoes three hours of therapy daily. Denham Springs will begin mosquito spraying on Monday—an extra safety measure—after local programs for mosquito control ended in 2015. WBRZ
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The 2025 Best of 225 Awards for Food & Drink honored local spots with Mid City Beer Garden winning Best Local Bar, The Colonel’s Club chosen as Best New Restaurant, and Elsie’s Plate & Pie taking Best Overall Restaurant—other winners include LSU Dairy Store for Best Frozen Desserts and Hannah Q Smokehouse for Best Local Barbecue. 225 Magazine
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU sophomore pitcher Kade Anderson was named the 2025 College Pitcher of the Year by Baseball America on Thursday — he recorded a 3.18 ERA and led the nation with 180 strikeouts in 119 innings while pitching a complete-game shutout in the College World Series that helped LSU defeat Coastal Carolina. LSU Reveille
- ➤ LSU baseball head coach Jay Johnson was named the 2025 NCAA National Coach of the Year by the American Baseball Coaches Association after finishing his fourth season with a second national championship—he became the fastest coach to win multiple College World Series titles. LSU Reveille
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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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The Petty Things with The Sharp Sisters
8-11 p.m. — Chelsea's Live — Tickets starting at $22.85 — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring The Petty Things and The Sharp Sisters.
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Open House at 18668 Perkins Rd
2-4 p.m. — 18668 Perkins Rd, Prairieville, LA — $848,000 — Explore an elegant 4-bedroom Southern retreat with expansive living space on picturesque grounds.
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Emo Night at Chelsea's Live
7:00 p.m. — Chelsea's Live — Tickets start at $12.05 — Experience a night filled with nostalgic emo tunes and good vibes in Baton Rouge.
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Rocketkidz Triathlon
7:30-10:30 a.m. — Pointe-Marie — Registration fees apply — Enjoy a fun and competitive triathlon for kids of all ages at the scenic Pointe-Marie.
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