Tuesday, September 17th, 2024

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Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A group of Louisiana barbers offers free haircuts across underprivileged neighborhoods through the Hood Initiative to boost community morale. WAFB 9
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ One person was killed and several others were injured in a collision on Airline Highway and Greenwell Street. WAFB 9
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Baton Rouge community educator Teressa Calligan was fatally shot while driving, causing her vehicle to hit a sheriff's car; she was a tech educator and cyber security specialist with no arrests made. WBRZ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The final week of summer in Baton Rouge will have typical late-summer weather, with near-average temperatures, light winds, and a chance for isolated showers but no significant rainfall expected. WBRZ
- ➤ LSU experienced minor damage from Hurricane Francine and initiated extensive emergency preparations, despite fears of more severe impact. LSU Reveille
- ➤ Baton Rouge to experience minor rain chances and high temperatures, alongside a special super harvest moon and a potential Tropical Storm Helene threat. WAFB 9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana marks Voter Registration Week with in-person registration events requiring valid ID. WAFB 9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The LSU Tigers maintained their No. 16 position in the AP Top 25 Poll after defeating South Carolina. WAFB 9
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The Chee-Weez Concert at L'Auberge Casino & Hotel
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Baton Rouge Princess Day Celebration
Experience a magical day of enchanting activities and royal fun for all princesses in Baton Rouge.
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Semplice Duo Guest Artist Recital
Experience an exquisite performance by the Semplice Duo at the LSU School of Music, featuring captivating opera pieces.
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Candlelit Concert Featuring Queen and Mozart
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NAMIWalks Louisiana 2024: A Day of Inspiration and Support
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Sensitive Skin Treatment Training at Louisiana Estheticians Conference
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Shrek The Musical at Raising Cane's River Center
Experience the magical story of Shrek, Fiona, and Donkey brought to life in this Tony-winning musical adaptation of the beloved Dreamworks animation.
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Real Estate Investing & Entrepreneurship Seminar in Baton Rouge
Learn innovative strategies to achieve financial independence through real estate investing while networking with like-minded individuals.
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Live Music with Eric Schmitt at La Divina
Experience an evening of live music with Baton Rouge's own singer-songwriter Eric Schmitt, accompanied by select wines, ice-cold beer, supper specials, and delicious gelato.
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