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Baton Rouge
Saturday, September 20th, 2025
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ St. Augustine Catholic Church in New Roads will host a bazaar on Oct. 4-5 to raise funds for essential repairs and to help restore the town's spirit—its first fair in 20 years. Locals say the event will spark community renewal as they face ongoing population and business losses. The Advocate
- ➤ Perkins Road Community Park offers trails, baseball fields and outdoor gyms for residents seeking exercise—bike lessons and indoor classes like kickboxing and dance are available for all ages. WBRZ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters from Zachary and neighboring areas put out a large grass fire Thursday afternoon in a field near Cordoba Drive - Old Scenic Highway as extra teams responded to the dry weather and controlled the blaze by 4:30 p.m. with no injuries reported. WBRZ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Officials in Zachary announced that Aldi will open a store on Oct. 9 in the former Winn-Dixie building on Church Street after buying Southeastern Grocers—residents have had few grocery options since Winn-Dixie closed last November. WBRZ
- ➤ ALDI will open its new Zachary store at 5005 Church Street on Oct. 9; the discount grocer now in the former Winn-Dixie building will operate 26 locations statewide and plans to open new stores in Denham Springs and Gonzales early next year—adding to its growing presence. Updates from ALDI are expected as the grand opening draws near. WVLA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 225 Magazine is celebrating 20 years of covering Baton Rouge culture with a birthday party on Wednesday, Oct. 29 at The Queen Baton Rouge — the event will feature live music by J and The Causeways and offer cocktails and bites, with local sponsors involved. 225 Magazine
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Baton Rouge public school employees will soon receive two checks—teachers will get $4,000 and support staff $2,000, with state-funded checks paid on Oct. 28 and district-funded checks on Nov. 17. This one-time stipend comes for the third consecutive year as the state delays permanent raises, providing cash before the Thanksgiving break. The Advocate
- ➤ Kalayna Walker, an LSU student who lost her hair due to alopecia, started a mentorship program to help young girls embrace their true selves. The program has given girls like six-year-old Charlie Burks a chance to meet the LSU gymnastics team — inspiring them to feel confident without hiding. LSU Reveille
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ LSU Police Department brought its newest K-9, Gilbert, to Tiger Stadium for a pre-gameday sweep on Friday night. Gilbert—an English Lab trained to detect explosives using food rewards—joined the unit two months ago and is the fourth dog to join the department. WBRZ
- ➤ The Amalgamated Transit Union said the Capital Area Transit System lost eight workers in the past week due to low pay, no contracts, and no long-term plan — routes were cut on July 13 and further changes are planned for Oct. 5 under union President George Decuir’s guidance. WBRZ
- ➤ The Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office K-9 team now wears bulletproof vests funded by the East Side Project Group — 2023 Leadership Livingston program, with the Chamber of Commerce working with the office to measure and order the gear. The Advocate
- ➤ La.42 has been closed between Wirth Evans and Manchac Point roads in Ascension Parish since Friday to let crews complete emergency drainage repairs near Galvez Baptist Church — the closure lasts until Oct.6 while drivers use detours via La.44 and La.933. WBRZ
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Circa 1857 will soon open a hidden bar inside its antique shop that serves upscale cocktails while City Slice has moved to a renovated spot on Nicholson Drive with new hours and Raising Cane’s plans its first UK restaurant in London in 2026—new food trends are unfolding locally. Court to Table introduced fall cocktails and Smoke & Boil will serve a new po-boy on Sunday at 3 p.m.—Barracuda Taco Stand also launched new merch in a local design collaboration. 225 Magazine
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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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Unknown Mortal Orchestra Concert
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Chelsea's Live — Tickets available — Experience the unique sound of Unknown Mortal Orchestra live in Baton Rouge.
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Ruthie Foster Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Manship Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the soulful sounds of Ruthie Foster, influenced by her gospel roots and vibrant musical journey.
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Bachtoberfest
Evening — EBRPL - Main Library — Family-friendly event — Enjoy a cozy outdoor concert featuring beer, brats, and Bach melodies.
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Fall Fest 2025
9 AM - 2 PM — Baton Roots Community Farm — Free entry — Experience hands-on urban farming and seasonal arts while connecting with the community this fall.
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Tito Puente Jr. Orchestra Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Manship Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of Red Hot Latin Jazz from the son of the legendary Tito Puente.
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Dominick Michael with Southland Band
9 PM - 1 AM — Texas Club — Ticketed event — Enjoy live music from Dominick Michael and his band in a vibrant atmosphere.
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