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Baton Rouge
Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sorority members from Denham Springs, Gonzales, Baton Rouge and Walker donated school supplies to Shenandoah Elementary on September 2nd—supporting 550 students from pre-K to fifth grade with essential materials. The Advocate
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was killed and his brother injured in a Maringouin shooting—police said a second suspect is now behind bars. WAFB 9
- ➤ A Baton Rouge man, Alexander Brock, 59, was convicted of distributing cocaine and crack cocaine during a federal trial — the jury reached its verdict in less than an hour — and he now faces five to 40 years in prison, fines up to $5 million, and supervised release. WVLA
- ➤ A Baton Rouge man, Nugene Eackles, 49, was arrested last Friday for the Aug. 3 fatal shooting of Frank Johnson, 41—video footage shows he called 911 under the alias Teddy Sims nine minutes after pulling the trigger outside a Byron Avenue residence. The Advocate
- ➤ A suspect was arrested after a shooting on Lorna Ave early Friday when a victim with multiple gunshot wounds was taken to a hospital—Mario Sevilla, 25, faces charges of attempted second-degree murder, aggravated assault with a firearm, and illegal use of weapons. WAFB 9
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ On September 2, 2025, the Baton Rouge Area Chamber announced that our metro area was named a Top 10 U.S. Metro for economic development by Site Selection magazine based on metrics for job creation and capital investment from January 2021 through July 1. BRAC officials said the ranking reflects strong regional growth fueled by recent investments in transportation, education, and public safety—highlighting clear progress. Baton Rouge Area Chamber
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ An audit by the Louisiana Legislative Auditor’s office on September 1 found that thousands of dollars in equipment was still missing from BREC facilities—stolen items include mowers, edgers, trimmers, and a mower valued at $16,298 from Dumas Memorial Golf Course—and officials said they would review internal controls and pursue prosecution. WAFB 9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Women's Hospital is running a mobile mammography coach that gave 3D mammograms on Sept 2 and will visit more sites over the next month across the capital region. A physician's order is required and appointments are strongly encouraged at each location. WBRZ
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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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Blueprint for OASIS Accuracy Workshop
09:00 AM-06:00 PM — L'Auberge Casino & Hotel Baton Rouge — Check Official Website — Enhance your home health care skills and explore OASIS accuracy and emergency preparedness strategies.
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Farm Fête
6-9 p.m. — Red Stick Farmers Market — Fundraiser — An evening of local flavors with farmers and chefs supporting community outreach.
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Brew at the Zoo
Evening event — BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo — Fundraising for the zoo — Enjoy a variety of beers in a unique atmosphere while supporting local wildlife.
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The Buddy Ride
11:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. — 15001 River Rd, Baton Rouge — Donations welcome — Participate in the 7th Annual Buddy Ride to support Keep Tiger Town Beautiful and help clean up Baton Rouge.
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