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Baton Rouge
Thursday, August 21st, 2025
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Some residents in Modeste worry that family lands may be used for industrial projects after Ascension Parish announced it is starting a relocation and buyout plan to survey the West Bank Industrial Overlay today. District One Councilmember Oliver Joseph said the parish will act quickly while local resident Twila Collins stated she will not leave her home (RiverPlex). WBRZ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Interstate 10 west was closed past La. 415 at Lobdell due to an overturned tractor-trailer that caused congestion approaching La. 1 at Port Allen—DOTD officials said drivers were diverted along La. 415. The Advocate
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Families of inmates who died in East Baton Rouge and West Baton Rouge jails are urging better reporting and more clear rules for prison care. Linda Frank and other advocates say the high death toll—over 80 since 2012—shows that changes must come soon. WVLA
- ➤ Investigators are working to determine whether an overnight fire at a Baton Rouge storage facility was set intentionally—no arrests have been made yet. WAFB 9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Families will join RECESS by Recoop Wellness and Trifecta Sports Therapy on Saturday, Aug. 30 at The Everly at Rouzan from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. to run or walk a 5K that will benefit the Iris Domestic Violence Center and sample local fitness and wellness sessions. WBRZ
- ➤ Baton Rouge — A new family-friendly wellness pop-up called RECESS by Recoop Wellness and Trifecta Sports Therapy will be held Saturday, Aug. 30 at The Everly at Rouzan from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Families can join a 5K run or walk to support the Iris Domestic Violence Center—offering local yoga, Pilates and other fitness classes. WBRZ
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Reception & Awards: FELT Summer Contemporary
Time to be confirmed — Glassell Gallery — Free entry — Celebrate the creativity of 31 featured artists in a vibrant summer showcase.
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Last Chance Summer Dance with Vincent Mason
8:30-10 p.m. — Texas Club — Tickets required — Dance the night away with Vincent Mason at this summer send-off celebration.
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Randall King Concert
9:00 – 10:30 p.m. — Texas Club — Ticket prices on sale — Experience live music from Randall King in a popular local venue.
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Frank Foster Live Performance
9:00 – 10:30 PM — Texas Club — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a night of live country music in Baton Rouge.
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Lainey Wilson's Whirlwind World Tour
7-9 p.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience high-energy country hits and heartfelt storytelling in Baton Rouge!
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Lainey Wilson Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Tickets starting at $69 — Experience an evening of country music with Lainey Wilson live in Baton Rouge.
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Ivan Neville Live Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Manship Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Ivan Neville in an intimate setting.
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2nd Annual Luncheon & Kitchen Tour
10 AM – 1 PM — Acadian House Design + Renovation — Cost not listed — Enjoy a delightful luncheon and inspiring kitchen tours, all while supporting the Bella Bowman Foundation.
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