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Baton Rouge
Monday, October 6th, 2025
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fullness Farm is recovering from an electrical fire that destroyed key equipment—owner Grant Guidroz said community support from family, friends, and local vendors is spurring plans for a quick restart. WBRZ
- ➤ Owen's Grocery Market and Deli has served Valley Park for nearly 90 years with strong support from local neighbors. Founded in 1938 by David and Emma Owens, the store faced challenges during Jim Crow — it now operates as a restaurant that feeds and cares for its community. WBRZ
- ➤ Residents in Valley Park are helping a local mother with six children leave her condemned house that has a rotting foundation and a collapsing porch. The Valley Park Neighborhood Civic Association will secure emergency housing while neighbors stress the unsafe condition requires prompt attention—highlighting a united effort to protect vulnerable families. WBRZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Moonlight Festival took place Sunday, October 5 at Boba ParTea on Celtic Dr.—the event celebrated mid-autumn with Asian street food, cultural music, entertainment, and a live lion dance honoring a traditional Chinese holiday. WBRZ
- ➤ The Louisiana Art and Science Museum is hosting upcoming events and unveiling new exhibits for the public; these programs aim to offer interactive and engaging experiences—focusing on art and science for all ages. WAFB 9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana Farm to School Program brings fresh, local foods into school cafeterias and classrooms to teach nearly 93,000 students about nutrition—supported by a partnership between LSU AgCenter and the Department of Education. The program also offers garden-based learning and monthly Harvest activities across 92% of parishes—helping children learn where their food comes from. LSU Reveille
- ➤ LSU student body president Lavar Henderson was elected in May and now plans to focus on inclusion and campus convenience by listening to student concerns and working with university partners to improve services such as bus scheduling, disability services and social media communication—efforts that include reviving the president’s cabinet and launching a new student task force. LSU Reveille
- ➤ University of New Orleans may change its name as it joins the LSU system with interim president Matt Lee proposing LSU New Orleans—students show mixed feelings about losing UNO's unique identity while some believe the change could boost enrollment. A transition team is forming this month to create a plan to be submitted by July. The Advocate
- ➤ LSU Student Body Vice President Abry Layrisson, a Ponchatoula native and political communication senior, will lead with kindness and promote a culture of giving on campus and in Baton Rouge by launching new programs for philanthropy and workforce development — plans that include more events to gather student ideas. She joined Student Government as a sophomore when Student Body President Lavar Henderson encouraged her and now urges students to attend SG Monday table sits — inviting input for positive change. LSU Reveille
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local dog mom Nancy Steiner had a routine mammogram in October that found a small spot and led to a triple-negative breast cancer diagnosis; she had her lumpectomy in December and began radiation in February. Now she gives back by urging regular mammograms and leaning on her husband & family as she helped raise more than $37,000 at the Companion Animal Alliance Fur Ball. WBRZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU Tigers reached No. 11 in the AP Top 25 after the poll was released on October 5— they are scheduled to play South Carolina on Saturday, October 11 at 6:45 p.m. in Baton Rouge. WAFB 9
- ➤ LSU football rose to No. 11 in the AP Top 25 Poll after a bye week— the team will prepare for its game against South Carolina in Baton Rouge on Oct. 11. WBRZ
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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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27th Annual Scrabble Challenge
Join us at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, October 16th, for an evening of fun as L'Auberge Casino & Hotel hosts our annual Scrabble Challenge. The event includes 3 rounds of 'just for fun' team Scrabble play, a silent auction, wine cork pull, 50/50 cash split raffle, with buffet and beverages.
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Boo at the Zoo
All day — BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo — Check for ticket details — Experience festive photo opportunities and princess character meet and greets amidst Halloween-themed displays.
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The Addams Family Musical
7:30-9:00 p.m. — River Center Theatre for Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a devilishly delightful musical comedy featuring everyone's favorite creepy, kooky family.
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Zoso: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience
8-11 p.m. — Chelsea's Live — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the iconic sounds of Led Zeppelin with a tribute experience marking their 30th anniversary.
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Halloween Costume Party
8 PM — WingBar and Daiquiris — $5 General Admission — Enjoy a spooky night with wings, drinks, and a cash prize for the best costume.
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An Evening with Josh Gates
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Tickets available — Explore ghost stories, monsters, and thrilling adventures with the Emmy-nominated host.
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Family Fright Night: Halloween Concert in the Cosmos
Spooky Concert in the Cosmos — Evening — Louisiana Art & Science Museum — Check event pricing — Enjoy classic Halloween movies and tunes with stunning visuals in the planetarium.
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Blackberry Smoke Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening with Blackberry Smoke, known for their soulful Southern rock sound.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The graveyard is the richest place on earth, because it is here that you will find all the hopes and dreams that were never fulfilled.
~ Les Brown
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