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Baton Rouge
Sunday, November 30th, 2025
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 30th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lynn Rollins organized a walk to raise awareness for her daughter, Madison Allen, who has been missing from Zachary for two years. WAFB 9
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Researchers at Southern University Agricultural Research Station used sensor-filled implants in calves to track heart rate, temperature, and stress indicators—data they used on November 24 to improve the nutrition and tenderness of hormone- and antibiotic-free beef. They monitored the animals with geotagging and artificial intelligence and plan to sell the beef locally in the near future. The Advocate
- ➤ Local cupcake shop owner Cami Veasman ran Smallcakes of Baton Rouge for two and a half years and relied on community support on Small Business Saturday; she offered coupons and gift cards to boost holiday sales and help keep her business afloat. WBRZ
- ➤ Baton Rouge Christmas tree sellers said Black Friday will be the busiest day of the season as A's Christmas Trees—having sold trees to capital area residents for 12 years—expects to sell 150 to 200 big trees brought from North Carolina. Louisiana Nursery noted the day will kick off a busy holiday season with strong early sales. WBRZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ William Jenkins served as LSU president and chancellor and taught as a veterinary professor; he died at 88—born on a South African farm, he guided LSU through hard times and left a strong mark on its academic programs. The Advocate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ British TikTok duo Josh and Jase received a letter on November 29 naming them Louisiana ambassadors and inviting them to Mardi Gras parades—Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser said he was proud to honor their contributions. WBRZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Southern will introduce Marshall Faulk as its next head coach on Monday at 2 p.m. as he replaces Terrence Graves after a 1-6 start; the Pro Football Hall of Famer, a New Orleans native and current running backs coach at Colorado, will begin his first season coaching college football. WBRZ
- ➤ LSU is sending planes today to Oxford for Lane Kiffin and his family as LSU and Kiffin’s representatives work to finalize a deal following a phone call after LSU’s game with Oklahoma. Kiffin’s future remains unclear—reports say his playoff interest at Ole Miss may delay a deal that is set for seven years and includes incentives. WBRZ
- ➤ LSU and No. 8 Oklahoma were in a defensive battle in Norman — both teams were tied 3-3 at the half. Oklahoma gained 155 yards of offense while LSU managed 66 yards, with LSU quarterback Michael Van Buren completing 4 of 10 passes and Harold Perkins making an interception. WBRZ
- ➤ Southern trails Grambling 17-7 at halftime in the 52nd Annual Bayou Classic — Grambling built an early lead with a nine‐yard touchdown catch by Barron Miles and a 39‐yard field goal after Hayden Benoit connected, while Southern got on board with a rushing touchdown by Trey Holly — in New Orleans. WBRZ
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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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Skating On the River
11:59 p.m. – 1:29 a.m. — Raising Cane's River Center Arena — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the holiday season with Baton Rouge's favorite winter tradition of skating on the river.
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Parish County Line Concert
9:00 – 10:30 PM — Texas Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartfelt country music of Parish County Line in an intimate setting.
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