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Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Officers and their K9s from across the country are participating in the 2024 United States Police Canine Association National Trials in Baton Rouge.  WAFB 9

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • One person was killed and another injured in an early morning crash in Baton Rouge on Oct. 9.  WAFB 9

CRIME NEWS

  • The Baton Rouge Police Department is currently investigating a situation where a body was discovered on Wednesday.  WVLA
  • The Baton Rouge Police Department is investigating a homicide after discovering the body of missing East Baton Rouge Schools employee Marcus Spears.  WBRZ

CULTURE NEWS

  • A Baton Rouge event features Louisiana artists in a fusion of music, art, and poetry to support underserved creatives, scheduled for Oct. 12.  WVLA

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Waste Pro is organizing an employment event for various roles in its Baton Rouge division.  WAFB 9

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry's tax reform proposal, featuring a 3% flat income tax, reduced corporate rates, new sales taxes on services, and increased deductions for seniors, was presented to lawmakers.  WAFB 9

HEALTH NEWS

  • Fire Prevention Week emphasizes the critical importance of having working smoke alarms in homes to reduce the risk of fire-related deaths, highlighting quick-burning materials in modern furnishings and the effectiveness of certain alarm models.  WAFB 9

EVENTS

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  • Mustache The Band: A 90's Country Party Experience

    Experience the electrifying performance of Mustache The Band, renowned for delivering all of your favorite 90's country hits.

    Fri, 10/11/24

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  • Ole Miss Rebels vs. LSU Tigers Football Game

    Experience the thrilling atmosphere of college football as over 100,000 fans gather at Tiger Stadium to cheer for the LSU Tigers during this highly anticipated matchup against the Ole Miss Rebels.

    Sat, 10/12/24

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  • LSU School of Music: 'Gloria' Concert

    Experience a captivating performance of 'Gloria' presented by the LSU School of Music in the historic LSU Student Union Theater.

    Mon, 10/14/24

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  • Empowering Women's Midweek Mini Retreat: Get Unstuck

    Experience a transformative virtual retreat designed for women 12+ to gain clarity, confidence, and courage through imagination activation and self-trust.

    Tue, 10/15/24

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  • Fourth Annual Tom Bendelow Hickory Golf Classic Fundraiser

    Experience a fun-filled weekend of hickory golf while supporting the historic City Park Golf Course, featuring socializing, an awards dinner, and light meals.

    Thu, 10/17/24

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  • Kameron Marlowe Concert

    Experience the rising country star Kameron Marlowe live in concert as he promotes his new album, 'Keepin’ The Lights On'.

    Fri, 10/18/24

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  • Alcorn State Braves vs. Southern Jaguars Football Game

    Experience an exciting college football showdown between the Alcorn State Braves and Southern Jaguars at Southern University.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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  • Zydeco Hockey: Baton Rouge vs. Monroe

    Experience the thrill of Zydeco Hockey as the Baton Rouge team faces off against the Monroe Moccasins, featuring fast-paced action and an electrifying atmosphere.

    Sun, 10/20/24

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  • Tigerama 2024: A Musical Extravaganza

    Experience the rich musical talent of LSU in the 42nd annual Tigerama, showcasing performances by the Golden Band from Tigerland and other esteemed ensembles.

    Mon, 10/21/24

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  • Baton Rouge Career Connection Fair

    Connect with top employers across various industries at this valuable career fair focused on recruitment and job opportunities.

    Tue, 10/22/24

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