Good morning, Baton Rouge.

Local houses of worship, including St. Martin’s Episcopal Church in Metairie, are upgrading security measures (with investments like video cameras and usher training) to keep gatherings safe while continuing to welcome everyone.

Leaders stress that safety and warmth remain key for congregants.

Hannon Jewelers changed ownership after 46 years as owner Bayardo Hannon Jirón retires and sells the business for $350,000 (sale documents confirm) to former employee Jimmy Butts and his wife Stacey, who plan to continue the custom jewelry legacy in Baton Rouge.

Retired firefighter Michael McKinney from Baton Rouge said memory of Sept.

11 is fading as most people no longer say 'never forget,' while fellow veteran Mark Cook warned that time makes even big tragedies feel more distant (a reminder that any day can change abruptly).

Baton Rouge Ballet Theatre held auditions Sunday at The Dancer's Workshop for The Nutcracker: A Tale from the Bayou, where dancers competed for parts.

Performances will run from Dec. 18 to Dec. 20 with the Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra.

Two Louisiana artists are featured at Hammond Regional Arts Center from Sept.

11 to Oct. 1. Baton Rouge native Emily Seba shows work made after her stroke recovery (New Orleans artist Rebecca Madura highlights her colorful, abstract style).

Manship Theatre held a Live Cooking Concert Sunday in downtown Baton Rouge where live music by Katie Love was followed by cooking demos with Chef Kevin Belton and John Papa Gros + guests enjoyed an art reception.

National site selectors say Louisiana is now attracting attention as SpaceX, Meta and other companies announce megaprojects that promise faster approvals and the potential for thousands of high-paying jobs — a sign of the state’s economic momentum.

Southern University restored power today after crews repaired the campus electrical system that had caused a week-long outage affecting four residence halls and classes, and facilities will assess long-term power solutions.

Zachary High School has launched Bronco Snow, a student operated snowball stand that trains students in teamwork, record keeping & customer service while raising funds for Career and Technical Education programs.

The stand will add hot cocoa to its menu when cooler weather comes.

Gonzales City Council will propose an ordinance that creates an economic development district along Veterans Boulevard at their meeting Monday evening.

The move aims to boost local business growth.

LSU advanced to No. 7 in the AP poll just ahead of its Week Three game against Ole Miss today — a move that intensifies anticipation among LSU fans.