Good morning, Baton Rouge.

Former Harlem Globetrotter James 'Big Brown' Joseph installed air conditioners for the elderly in Livingston on Saturday — his Big Brown Reaching Back initiative has delivered over 2,500 units since 2009, including 50 locally that day.

Families in Zachary celebrated the new school year after attending the Back 2 School Block Party on Saturday at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, where food, music, giveaways and a live remote broadcast by MAX 94.1 provided school supplies.

Families gathered at Pack the Sack on Saturday, July 18 to pick up free school supplies (connecting with community organizations while enjoying food and activities) as students prepared to start the school year.

On Saturday, July 18, families in Baton Rouge received free air conditioners and hurricane preparedness supplies at a community event.

Mayor Sid Edwards and local leaders distributed resources to help vulnerable residents stay cool and safe during extreme weather.

The Baker Chamber of Commerce is hosting a back-to-school supplies event for students and parents (in Baker) to help prepare for the new school year; details on timing and location will be shared soon.

Family and friends gathered Saturday to support Tomeka L.

Murray as she published 'Three Jersey’s & One Heartbeat' and launched her new book. She is known as the mother of the Moses boys (Dylan, Keylan and Emmanuel).

Louisiana sugar cane farmers report that the pasture mealy bug is causing yellowing leaves and may reduce yields by about 5% ahead of the mid-September harvest.

Growers are now applying imidacloprid on thousands of acres to fight the infestation.

Dr. Malini Dasari’s Walk Beyond the White Coat movement highlights how doctors serve as mentors, advocates, and innovators beyond clinic walls (a testament to the broader impact of medicine).

The initiative inspires local physicians to combine professional excellence with personal passion.

Southern head coach Marshall Faulk said he will name the starting quarterback the week of camp after a competition between Ashton Strother and Wyatt McCauley, with the Jaguars set to open the season on Aug.

29 against Alabama State.

Head coach Richard Oliver enters his second season with the Hornets after a 1-9 finish in 2025.

The team, with eight returning offensive players and a new quarterback in Keaven Grows, prepares to open the 2026 season on the road at West Feliciana.

A Southern University coach, once a player, has joined a national USTA program for women in tennis (one of 30 selected) to boost coaching standards and expand opportunities for local athletes.

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.

Of Montreal & Sloppy Jane Concert

7-10:30 p.m. — Chelsea's Live — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of dynamic performances from Of Montreal and Sloppy Jane in Baton Rouge.