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Free Dioramas, the First Mike the Tiger and 400-Plus Birds: A Weekday Visit to the LSU Museum of Natural Science

Some of the best free entertainment in Baton Rouge is tucked behind the LSU Library, and plenty of locals have never stepped inside. The LSU Museum of Natural Science fills its exhibit hall in Murphy J. Foster Hall with mounted wildlife, painted skies and a famous tiger, and it costs nothing to walk in.

Baton Rouge, LA · 17d
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Baton Rouge blues legend Kenny Neal awarded Key to the City

BATON ROUGE — Blues musician Kenny Neal received the Key to the City on Saturday during the inaugural Capital City Music Festival at L’Auberge Casino & Hotel. Presented by Mayor-President Sid Edwards, the honor marks the 10th Key to the City awarded during Edwards' administration and recognizes Neal’s global musical career and lifelong dedication to Baton Rouge’s cultural heritage.

Baton Rouge, LA · 17d
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FNF Week 8: South Plaquemines defeats West St. John, 24-16

The South Plaquemines Hurricanes beat the West St. John Rams on Friday night, 24-16.

Edgard, LA · 18d

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Students make waves as they bring back LSU’s Water Ski Club, preparing to compete regionally

The LSU Water Ski Club makes its return to campus after a decade of inactivity. When sophomore business major Carly Gioffre was DM’d by an LSU alumnus about bringing the club back, she was immediately interested. LSU’s Water Ski Club was active from 2013 to 2016 when membership began waning. Gioffre also knew of students at other schools including Auburn University who were involved in similar organizations, motivating her even more.

Baton Rouge, LA · 19d
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Library Celebrates a Season of Community, Learning and Fun

SPECIAL TO THE DAILY NEWS The Washington Parish Library has been busy celebrating literacy, learning, creativity, and community throughout September, with a variety of programs and special events for patrons […]

Washington Parish, LA · 19d

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13 artists, 2 days and 1 Louisiana-born headliner: Boots on the Bayou hits Gonzales this weekend

Organizers say it's time to dust off your boots. The two-day country music festival Boots on the Bayou is back in Gonzales this weekend, with country superstar and Louisiana native Trace Adkins ("This Ain't No Thinkin' Thing," "Ladies Love Country Boys," "You're Gonna Miss This") headlining the festival's first night on Saturday. Veteran country artist Brantley Gilbert closes out the fest on Sunday night.

Gonzales, LA · 21d

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Dutchtown band director celebrates 54 years in music education

For Sheily Bell, music is more than a career. It’s a lifelong passion that has shaped generations of students.

Baton Rouge, LA · 20d

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People of Hope celebrates compassion with traveling museum coming to Baton Rouge

BATON ROUGE — The People of Hope Museum is coming to Baton Rouge, hosted by the Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Baton Rouge. The agency said the museum will be at St. George Catholic Church and School at 7880 Saint George Dr. from Oct. 23-25. Admission is free.

Baton Rouge, LA · 19d

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Catch Corn Maze at Burden, Yellow Leaf Arts Festival and more: Around Baton Rouge

The following is a calendar of community events in the Baton Rouge area from Friday through Thursday, Oct. 29. EVENING SKY VIEWING: 8:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., BREC Highland Road Park Observatory, 13800 Highland Road. See the majesty of the night sky, for those 6 and up. hrpo.lsu.edu/events. SATURDAY. FOOTPRINTS...

Baton Rouge, LA · 20d

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LSU New Orleans featured Monday on Saints Hall of Fame Show at Hooters on 106.7 The Ticket

It will be LSU New Orleans Night on the Saints Hall of Fame Show at Hooters Restaurant, 4748 Veterans Memorial Blvd. in Metairie. The show is set for Monday, Oct. 26 from 6 p.m.-7 p.m., airing on 106.7 The Ticket. Special guests expected include Privateers director of athletics Dr. Michael...

Metairie, LA · 18d

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Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge announces return of Reindeer Run after 7-year hiatus

BATON ROUGE — The Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge on Friday announced the return of the Reindeer Run, a holiday 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run, after a seven-year hiatus. The run will be on Saturday, Dec. 5, in downtown Baton Rouge, with the Fun Run starting at 5:45 p.m., followed by the 5K at 6:15 p.m. The start and finish line for the races will be at 107 3rd Street, and the run will take place during downtown Baton Rouge's Festival of Lights.

Baton Rouge, LA · 19d

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New route set for 2026 Kiwanis of Walker Christmas Parade

WALKER — The 2026 Kiwanis of Walker Christmas Parade will be taking a new route this year, according to a Facebook post by city officials. The new parade route will begin at Walker High School on Burgess Avenue, travel down Highway 447 and cross Florida Boulevard to finish near the Walmart on Walker South Road.

Walker, LA · 19d

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Baton Rouge native Danielle LaRoach makes directorial debut with locally produced film

A Baton Rouge native is bringing her hometown to the big screen while celebrating two exciting milestones in her film career.

Baton Rouge, LA · 19d

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Festival of the Bonfires 2026: Gumbo, Fireworks and River Road Fire in Lutcher, Dec. 11-13

Every Christmas Eve, the levee in St. James Parish turns into a line of wooden pyramids waiting for a match. The Festival of the Bonfires in Lutcher is the warm-up act, and its 37th edition runs Friday, Dec. 11, through Sunday, Dec. 13, at Lutcher Recreational Park, 2545 Louisiana Ave.

Lutcher, LA · 21d

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AnimeVerse Fest Takes Over the River Center Nov. 21-22: Tickets, Hours and What to Expect

Downtown Baton Rouge is about to get a lot more colorful. AnimeVerse Fest is bringing its anime, cosplay and pop culture weekend to the Raising Cane's River Center Exhibition Hall, 275 S. River Road, on Saturday, Nov. 21, and Sunday, Nov. 22, 2026. Produced by Zimmad Events, which runs AnimeVerse...

Baton Rouge, LA · 19d

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Historic Lincoln Theater to reopen for ribbon-cutting ceremony after years of renovations

BATON ROUGE — The Louisiana Black History Hall of Fame will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony and community open house to celebrate the reopening of the historic Lincoln Theater following extensive renovations on Thursday, Oct. 29. The event, which also commemorates the venue's 77th anniversary, will take place from 5:30...

Baton Rouge, LA · 21d

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Hundreds of witches took to St. Francisville streets for 6th annual Witches Ride

ST. FRANCISVILLE — It was a wickedly fun night in West Feliciana, and all for a good cause, as hundreds of witches dressed in spooky costumes rode through the streets of St. Francisville for the sixth annual Witches Ride near Parker Park. Among those participating was WBRZ's News Director...

St Francisville, LA · 19d

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Baton Rouge Choctaw Detachment will join parades and memorials for the Marine Corps birthday

BATON ROUGE — The Choctaw Detachment of Baton Rouge is taking part in several events to mark the 251st birthday of the United States Marine Corps. On Saturday, Oct. 31, members will take part in the Ponchatoula Veterans Parade. On Friday, Nov. 6, they will attend a memorial service at the Louisiana Veterans Home in Jackson and serve coffee and donuts to patients and staff at the Veterans Administration Medical Center on Essen Lane.

Baton Rouge, LA · 19d

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Southern University’s Human Jukebox rises to No. 1 in HBCU band rankings

BATON ROUGE, La. — Southern University’s Human Jukebox moved from eighth place in September to the top spot in October’s Division I Red Lobster Band of the Year rankings, earning 398.4 points. The Baton Rouge band leads Bethune-Cookman’s Marching Wildcats by 5.65 points. Florida A&M’s Marching 100...

Baton Rouge, LA · 21d

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Louisiana Book Festival will have Halloween activities

The Louisiana Book Festival returns to downtown Baton Rouge on Saturday, Oct. 31, with a day of literature, family fun and Halloween festivities.

Baton Rouge, LA · 20d