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Baton Rouge
Sunday, November 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ St. George Catholic Church mourned Father Nutan—who served several parishes—after he passed away on Saturday in India following a brief illness on the Feast of Saint Cecilia. His funeral will be celebrated today in India and memorial observances will be held at the church. WBRZ
- ➤ Faith Baptist Spiritual Church in Zachary hosted its annual Turkey Giveaway on November 22, giving away 100 turkeys to local families for Thanksgiving—showing a spirit of gratitude before the holiday. WBRZ
- ➤ On Friday, East Baton Rouge Parish Juvenile Court finalized 18 adoptions (the highest number ever) at the Water Campus, giving children permanent homes and fresh beginnings. The event marked the fourth annual National Adoption Day and reinforced ongoing support for children in foster care (a key community effort). WVLA
- ➤ A new community grocery store opened on Hooper Road on Saturday in District 2 with a gumbo cook-off that featured cash prizes—store manager Kenneth Butler said the event aimed to bring neighbors together. The store will start serving breakfast on Monday at 4:30 a.m. with lunch and dinner available until 6 p.m. WBRZ
- ➤ Fathers gathered as a local group partnered with a state task force to address support needs amid high single-parent rates in East Baton Rouge Parish—community members discussed the barriers and proposed steps to improve family assistance. The meeting aimed to set the stage for more effective support programs moving forward. WAFB 9
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ In St. Amant, MaryJo Hatchett's home caught fire while she heated dinner and saw smoke—she quickly rescued her two children even though cherished items were lost; investigators say an electrical fault likely sparked the blaze, her landlord provided temporary housing, and she started a GoFundme to aid recovery. WBRZ
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Walton Global, a real estate investment and land asset management firm, announced its entry into the Louisiana market on Friday when it acquired 94 finished residential lots in North Baton Rouge’s Trivento area as part of a planned 346-acre community designed for about 1,200 single-family homes. The project will include a 33-acre mixed-use hub + a $2.5 billion Hut 8 data center + plans to boost local job growth. WBRZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At a tailgate before LSU's final home game, one crew known as Helmet Head Tailgating showed a unique collection of old, new and concept helmets to fans walking to Tiger Stadium—continuing a 20-year tradition. Leader Erick England, who has missed only one home game since 1996, said he wears a different helmet each game to honor LSU. WBRZ
- ➤ LSU, favored by 24.5 points, won 13-10 over Western Kentucky on Saturday as the Tigers' strong defense with two interceptions helped overcome an offense that struggled all game—WKU recovered a late fumble to score a touchdown. WBRZ
- ➤ On Nov. 21, high school football teams from the capital region and surrounding areas played week 12 games—scores varied from as low as 3 to as high as 71 points. WAFB 9
- ➤ Central football team won against East Ascension on November 21 with a 46-32 score, and the Wildcats will host Zachary next week in a Division I Non-Select quarterfinal match. The team rallied from an early deficit and maintained their lead throughout the game. WBRZ
- ➤ LSU set a new SEC record by scoring 112-49 against Alcorn State on Thursday night, marking its sixth straight 100-point game. The Tigers improved to 6-0 and broke the previous record held by their 2022-23 national championship team. WAFB 9
- ➤ Ole Miss Vice Chancellor Keith Carter said the school will share an update on Coach Lane Kiffin’s future next Saturday—just after the Egg Bowl—as a result of many positive talks with school officials. Kiffin is now seen as the betting favorite for LSU, with a nearly $90-million, seven-year offer reportedly nearing final approval. WAFB 9
- ➤ LSU beat Western Kentucky 13-10 on Saturday—its offense struggled while the defense made two key interceptions and recovered an onside kick to secure the win. WBRZ
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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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Parent Meeting for ADHD
5-6:30 p.m. — Professional Development Center — Free entry — Experience an impactful ADHD simulation designed to help parents understand their children's challenges in everyday life.
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Do The Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — Somewhere Neighborhood Bar — Tickets required — Embrace the holiday spirit at the most delightfully tacky pub crawl in Baton Rouge.
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The Nutcracker - A Tale From The Bayou
6-9 p.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting story of 'The Nutcracker' like never before as it unfolds in the bayou setting.
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The Nutcracker - A Tale From The Bayou
2:00 – 2:01 PM — Raising Cane's River Center — Prices set by resellers — Experience a unique blend of holiday magic and Southern charm in this captivating performance.
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Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
7-9:30 p.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical blend of circus artistry and holiday cheer for the season.
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