Good morning, Baton Rouge.

The Red Shoes’ Fill the Fridge July initiative keeps a community fridge on Government St stocked with food for anyone in need.

Associate director Dorcas Brandon said local sponsors help maintain the service (in operation since 2021).

A group of volunteers led by Krysten Bennett is collecting donations (including cleaning supplies, baby and pet products) for flood survivors in Avoyelles Parish; cash and check contributions are accepted at the drop-off location.

Michael Hecht, stepping down as chief executive at GNO Inc., will serve as CEO emeritus (continuing to lead fundraising and major regional projects) while the organization begins its search for a local replacement before year's end.

Blue Store Chicken will close its current location this summer and relocate nearby to continue serving local customers.

The Louisiana Art and Science Museum held its annual Dino Day on Saturday, June 27, 2026, where a paleontologist and a 66-million-year-old Triceratops skull (Jason) gave visitors a hands-on look at prehistoric times in the Irene W.

Pennington Planetarium.

Louisiana film studios are embracing virtual production technology - similar to that on The Mandalorian - to recreate diverse locations without leaving home.

FoxDog Studios in Baton Rouge and LucyXR in New Orleans will use the new LED screen and motion capture systems for various projects this summer.

LSU Sociology professor Tim Slack was elected president of the Rural Sociological Society to boost rural research and community development.

He plans to reach more audiences by engaging nonprofit organizations + government officials in projects for rural areas.

Iberville Parish is working on a nearly $1 million project to clear debris from Bayou Grosse Tete — a vital drainage route — while boosting recreational access.

Federal funding and local crews are in a holding pattern due to heavy rains delaying work originally set to finish by August.

Early risers saw a bright meteor fireball on Sunday morning as a vibrant green light with trailing fire swept across the sky in southeast Louisiana.

Experts will review event data to determine if any fragments reached the ground.

Streets in Baker and Brentwood Place have been selected for repaving as part of the parish’s Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program; bids start next month and work is set to begin around August.

Residents have long called for permanent improvements, according to Metro Councilman Anthony Kenney.

Visitors to the Old Governor’s Mansion in Baton Rouge can learn about history and other topics during upcoming events.

Separately, voters approved three tax measures Saturday — renewing funding for parks, senior services, and the library system.

Researchers at Pennington Biomedical Research Center in Baton Rouge are starting a 1.5-year study to measure how GLP-1 weight loss drugs (such as Ozempic) affect muscle mass and resting metabolic rate today; participants will spend 23 hours in a metabolic chamber while doctors note common side effects like nausea.

Mississippi quarterback Trinidad Chambliss disagreed with LSU coach Lane Kiffin’s claim that Ole Miss’ Confederate past hampers recruiting Black players, saying his visit to Oxford showed him true acceptance.

Chambliss, now a counselor at the Manning Passing Academy, stressed that he still values Kiffin’s mentorship & that Oxford feels like home.

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.

Red Stick Speed Dating Event

6:30-8:30 p.m. — TBR Books & Tea — $25 — Experience a fun and engaging opportunity to meet new people in Baton Rouge.