Good morning, Baton Rouge.

Millie Mattered, an advocacy group, held an event in Baton Rouge on Aug.

31 that shared stories of those lost to addiction in observance of International Overdose Awareness Day.

The LSU Alumni Association launched its annual Tiger Nation Challenge today and is inviting former Tigers to donate as they compete against Clemson for a chance to win LSU Football season tickets.

Donations will support networking events, regional chapter activities, and career development opportunities.

The Hammond Regional Arts Center announced that Baton Rouge’s Emily Seba and New Orleans’ Rebecca Madura will be featured in two exhibitions showcasing wildlife and natural themes.

The opening reception is set for Sept. 11 (5 p.m. to 8 p.m.) at 217 E. Thomas St. in downtown Hammond.

Three high school marching bands will perform in new uniforms this fall as Band Together EBR raised over $85,000 since last September.

Glen Oaks and Liberty unveiled uniforms on Aug. 4 (at back-to-school convocation), while Woodlawn received donated outfits; more bands will be outfitted once funds meet the $500,000 target.

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University welcomed its largest freshman class with over 400 new students this fall, and the school is expanding key programs like Radiologic Technology & Nursing while opening a Student Belonging Center to help students connect.

East Baton Rouge Parish Government issued building permits Aug.

24-28 for various projects including a $1.2 million new home at 2934 Murphy Drive and commercial remodels at local businesses. The permits approved extensive upgrades across the community.

Baton Rouge General opened its new orthopedic clinic at its Bluebonnet campus today.

Led by Dr. Austin Broussard, the clinic offers comprehensive orthopedic care for adults and adolescents and is located at 9001 Summa Ave., Suite 127.

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries said the 2026 dove season starts Saturday — North Zone runs Sept.

5 to 27 and South Zone runs Sept. 5 to 20 — with lease fields in DeRidder and Colfax beginning one-half hour before sunrise; hunters 18 and older need a license.

The Southeastern Conference (SEC) will appear in a Louisiana courtroom on Thursday to fight an order that prevents it from sanctioning schools signing former pro athletes; the league insists it can serve its voluntary members.

Southern lost 30-17 to Alabama State in the Birmingham Classic on Aug.

29 after an 11-point first half lead that collapsed. The Jags will host Kentucky State next Saturday for their home opener as they look to rebound under new head coach Marshall Faulk.

Jerry Stovall, a celebrated LSU football star and former head coach, died Monday at 85 — LSU said funeral arrangements are pending.

He earned two All-America honors and left a lasting mark on our local sports legacy.