Good morning, Baton Rouge.

WBRZ’s John Pastorek recounted the Aug.

13, 2016 flood that left more than a dozen people dead and many areas underwater, affecting homes and businesses. His reflection shows how the rare event still shapes local recovery efforts (history).

Trading Post Tattoo hosted a fundraiser for Companion Animal Alliance on Sunday, July 26 in Baton Rouge, drawing fans of both ink and animals.

Baton Rouge teacher Alisha Butler (LSVI) was named state Teacher of the Year on Saturday at the Annual Cecil J.

Picard Educator Excellence Awards Gala in New Orleans and credited fellow teachers plus the school community for her win.

Candidates including incumbents and alumni from the Baton Rouge Alliance for Students (and public education advocates) are preparing for the East Baton Rouge School Board elections with qualifying from Aug.

5 to 7 and voting on Nov. 3, while some seats may be open if incumbents drop out.

The Office of Social Services will distribute around 3 million from the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program to help with utility bills, and residents can apply at a Community Opportunity Day on Wednesday, July 29 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Milton J.

Womack BREC Center.

A state lawmaker proposed a compromise plan for redesigning City-Brooks Park, sparking debate among local officials and community members; public meetings will be scheduled if the plan moves forward (details are pending).

East Baton Rouge EMS will loan LUCAS CPR devices to fire departments on Aug.

1, adding to 35 existing devices for a total of about 85 (including units at St. George and Zachary) to start CPR sooner before ambulances arrive.

LSU baseball signee Logan Schmidt announced Sunday evening he will not sign with the Cleveland Guardians, leaving him to choose between joining LSU or playing at a junior college.

If he joins LSU, he will not be draft eligible until 2029 (choosing JUCO would let him reenter the draft next year).

LSU women's track signed sprinter JaMeesia Ford on Sunday after she earned three NCAA titles and 25 points with the Gamecocks during the 2025 season, running strong in the 100, 200 and relay races.

LSU tight end Trey'Dez Green expressed concern over the 43 transfers added via the portal but now feels a strong brotherhood among teammates.

Quarterback Sam Leavitt (recovering from a foot injury) will join the group as they prepare for another competitive season.

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.