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Baton Rouge
Thursday, November 13th, 2025
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the 39th annual Thanksgiving Zydeco Food Drive in Baker brought together artists, promoters and business owners to raise money for food during the upcoming holidays. The event took place at The Showroom on Plank Road—doors opened at 6:30 p.m. WBRZ
- ➤ 225 Magazine looked at common complaints about Baton Rouge and found local facts show that young people can build careers, traffic is manageable, crime has dropped, and there are plenty of ways to enjoy life - local guides and groups highlight these positive trends. 225 Magazine
- ➤ In Baton Rouge, Hope Ministries reported a surge in food pantry use as SNAP benefits were halted during the ongoing federal shutdown, which left many families struggling to feed themselves. The organization now serves over 800 families and is calling on local residents to donate food, funds, or time to help maintain its supplies. WVLA
- ➤ The iconic Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is hosting Meat-Up events today at two Shoppers Value locations on Government Street (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.) and Old Hammond Highway (2 to 5 p.m.), and will be at two other Baton Rouge sites on Friday. It will also visit Kenner for a Touch-a-Truck event and the Food Truck Festival later this weekend. WBRZ
- ➤ The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile, a hot dog-shaped promotional vehicle, will visit Baton Rouge this month to showcase Oscar Mayer products—stopping today at Shoppers Value at 5355 Government St. from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and at 13555 Old Hammond Highway from 2 to 5 p.m., then tomorrow at Shoppers Value at 5963 Plank Road in Baton Rouge from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and at 280 Main St. in Baker from 2 to 5 p.m. WVLA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On November 12, Manship Theatre opened its downtown spaces to host corporate events and local groups like TedXBaton Rouge — the new program expands its offerings beyond movies and live music — to provide more venues for community gatherings. WBRZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ LSU Ambassadors in yellow polos welcome new students and Baton Rouge families to campus with service and leadership. They select new members through a two-month process and lead weekly service projects (such as work with local clubs) to help everyone feel welcome. LSU Reveille
- ➤ The Louisiana Department of Education said on Wednesday that half of kindergarten through third-grade students are reading at or above level, with third-graders up by five points and small gains in other grades—this is the highest overall proficiency score since the screens began. Officials say the improvements reflect the strong work of dedicated teachers. WBRZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Build East Baton Rouge is asking planning and development experts for a roadmap to revitalize two North Baton Rouge catalyst sites and attract jobs, services, and investment. Proposals are due by noon on Nov. 21 — the project is funded by the Delta Regional Authority and will boost local economic growth. WVLA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ In November during Lung Cancer Awareness Month, Ochsner Health in Baton Rouge is using a new robotic platform to reach deeper areas in patients' lungs and detect cancer earlier—doctors say the method reduces traditional biopsy complications from 25% to 2%. WBRZ
- ➤ Lung cancer survivor Chris Hebert launched an awareness drive in Baton Rouge by installing white flags on Capitol grounds—each flag representing five lives lost last year—and he urged groups like the Longevity Foundation and LSU's American Lung Cancer Screening Initiative to support screenings and further research. WVLA
- ➤ A new LendingTree study showed that Louisiana had the third-highest diabetes rate in the nation with 14.5% of adults diagnosed. The report noted a 1.8% rise in cases and treatment costs that increased 769% since 2000 (rising to nearly $159 billion in 2022) (data highlights a growing health challenge). WVLA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former LSU football coach Brian Kelly is suing LSU for his full $54 million buyout—his attorneys claim his firing was without cause while LSU argues he was not formally terminated—and he rejected earlier settlement offers of $25 million and $30 million. WJBO
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Aloha Baton Rouge Showdown 2025
7:00-8:30 a.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Competitors vie for coveted Summit bids in this exciting cheerleading showdown.
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UCA Baton Rouge Regional Cheerleading Competition
7-10 a.m. — 275 S River Rd, Baton Rouge — In-person event — Witness local cheer teams showcase their skills at this exciting competition.
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Military and Veteran Caregivers Summit
4-8 p.m. — 151 S Wooddale Blvd, Baton Rouge — Free entry — Celebrate and empower caregivers of veterans with expert-led panels and networking opportunities.
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A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Ticketed event — Experience the beloved Peanuts holiday special brought to life in a live performance.
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ZZ Top Live Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary rock band ZZ Top live in Baton Rouge.
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Miss M Presents Mike West
7:30-10 p.m. — Mid City Ballroom — Cost not specified — Experience Mike West's blend of hillbilly country, bluegrass, and rock’n’roll with captivating storytelling.
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Hadestown
7:30-9 p.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Group pricing available — Experience the acclaimed musical that won 8 Tony Awards® and a Grammy® for Best Musical Theater Album.
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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
7-8 p.m. — LSU Student Union Theater — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons performed by a string quartet under candlelight.
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75th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee Gala
6-11 p.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate 75 years of legacy and leadership with a night of dining, music, and special programming.
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Louisiana Cultural Music & Arts Festival
All day — Cary Saurage Community Arts Center — Free entry — Celebrate Louisiana's vibrant culture through music, arts, and food at this family-friendly festival.
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