Daily Baton Rouge Logo Daily Baton Rouge

Thursday, September 19th, 2024

SHARE
SPONSORED BY
Advertiser Logo

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Baton Rouge.

Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Baton Rouge to host a free pet vaccination clinic this Saturday in response to high community demand, led by Councilman Hurst and the Companion Animal Alliance.  WBRZ
  • The Baton Rouge Police Department introduced a Youth Advisory Council to bridge the gap between young people and police officials, in response to increasing youth violence.  The Advocate
  • Baton Rouge initiates the Restoring Plank Road project to improve a 5.3-mile stretch with new sidewalks, curbs, ADA-compliant intersections, and better lighting as part of the MOVEBR Bus Rapid Transit Project.  WVLA

CRIME NEWS

  • The East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office is on the hunt for 32-year-old Ryan Devonta Williams, wanted for engaging in obscene acts while peeping through windows at LSU students.  WAFB 9
  • Teressa Calligan, remembered for her kindness, community work, and a role in teaching coding, was fatally shot in Baton Rouge, with no arrests made.  The Advocate
  • Baton Rouge Police are on the hunt for a suspect involved in a Mayhaw Drive home burglary.  WBRZ

EDUCATION NEWS

  • West Feliciana High School was honored with the Greater Baton Rouge Industrial Alliance Program of Excellence Award for its construction classes on August 21.  The Advocate
  • Clinton Elementary School's fourth grade class successfully used solar power for motors in a science project on Aug. 23.  The Advocate
  • Clinton Elementary kindergartners engage in letter writing exercises during their first two weeks of school.  The Advocate

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • The Chee-Weez Concert at L'Auberge Casino & Hotel

    Experience an energetic live performance by The Chee-Weez at the historic L'Auberge Casino & Hotel in Baton Rouge.

    Fri, 9/20/24

    View event
  • Baton Rouge Princess Day Celebration

    Experience a magical day of enchanting activities and royal fun for all princesses in Baton Rouge.

    Sat, 9/21/24

    View event
  • Semplice Duo Guest Artist Recital

    Experience an exquisite performance by the Semplice Duo at the LSU School of Music, featuring captivating opera pieces.

    Sun, 9/22/24

    View event
  • Candlelit Concert Featuring Queen and Mozart

    Experience a magical evening with the BRSO string quartet as they perform the iconic music of Queen alongside classical masterpieces by Mozart, all set against a backdrop of candlelight in an intimate venue.

    Tue, 9/24/24

    View event
  • NAMIWalks Louisiana 2024: A Day of Inspiration and Support

    Experience a vibrant day filled with inspiring stories, uplifting music, and community support at the NAMIWalks Louisiana event.

    Sat, 9/28/24

    View event
  • Sensitive Skin Treatment Training at Louisiana Estheticians Conference

    Learn how to effectively recognize and treat sensitive and sensitized skin with expert guidance from Hale & Hush at the Louisiana Estheticians Conference.

    Mon, 9/30/24

    View event
  • 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.

    Tue, 10/1/24

    View event
  • 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.

    Wed, 10/2/24

    View event
  • 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.

    Thu, 10/3/24

    View event
  • Hermanos Espinoza, Juan Moya, and Los Del Valle Live in Concert

    Experience a lively concert featuring renowned artists Hermanos Espinoza, Juan Moya, and Los Del Valle in Baton Rouge.

    Fri, 10/4/24

    View event

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUBMIT

No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

A Budget-Friendly Golf Rangefinder with Premium Features

The REVASRI NK‑1000 rangefinder is a surprisingly capable option for golfers who want accuracy without spending a fortune. 

Priced under $50, it includes features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a rechargeable USB-C battery. Plus, it’s compact and lightweight, easily locks onto targets, and seamlessly switches between yards and meters. It’s a great pick for casual or new golfers looking for reliable performance at a wallet-friendly price point.

Bonus: Shop more top-rated and best-selling golf products.

Get started with The Buy today

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Baton Rouge.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Everyone you admire started as a version of themselves that they didn't admire.

Know who said this? Send us an email!

Reveal the author
About Daily Baton Rouge

Welcome to the Daily Baton Rouge, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Baton Rouge, Louisiana community. If you like the Daily Baton Rouge, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Baton Rouge.

Advertising Opportunities

Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Baton Rouge and across Louisiana. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.

Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.

Community, delivered

Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.

You can unsubscribe at any time.

Subscribe to Daily Baton Rouge

A free Baton Rouge community newsletter.

Daily local news
We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
6AM City
A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here