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Good morning Baton Rouge! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How Plank Road's relocation is reshaping a Baton Rouge church campus
- How a Baton Rouge fan went from ICU to Tiger Stadium hero
- How Southern's new tailgate turns Baton Rouge game days into scholarships
Also on today's calendar: CAPRI's Second Chance Tuesday!! and 8 more events.
Today's riddle: Where do math teachers go on vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Saturday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 88 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Sunday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, temps: high: 90, low: 75.
- Monday: An afternoon thunderstorm, with a high of 95 and low of 76 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Plank Road project puts Saintsville's property losses at center of Baton Rouge dispute (brweeklypress.com) — A long‑running dispute over Baton Rouge's Plank Road relocation project has Saintsville Church of God in Christ arguing that the city‑parish's land payment doesn't cover how the new roadway split and disrupted its 30‑acre campus. The case raises broader questions for Baton Rouge taxpayers about whether major transportation projects fully compensate institutions and neighborhoods for access changes and other lasting impacts. 
2. Baton Rouge man to be honored on Tiger Stadium field weeks after emergency triple bypass surgery (wafb.com) — A longtime Baton Rouge LSU fan will step onto Tiger Stadium's field Saturday as the game's Our Lady of the Lake "Geaux Hero," just weeks after life‑saving triple bypass surgery. His story highlights both his deep local ties and doctors' advice on recognizing heart disease symptoms, offering a cautionary reminder for Baton Rouge residents to take chest discomfort seriously.
3. 'Partying with a purpose': Southern University's new tailgating experience raises money to support students (wafb.com) — Southern University in Baton Rouge is rolling out Lacumba's Lair, a new tailgating experience at A.W. Mumford Stadium that doubles as a fundraiser for student financial support. Ticket sales will fuel the Chancellor's Access and Opportunity Fund, helping Jaguars cover scholarships, emergencies, and career readiness so money troubles don't derail their degrees.
4. LSU decides not to add Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris to official roster (andthevalleyshook.com) — LSU has decided not to place Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris on its official football roster for now, despite a recent injunction that seemed to clear their path. With the SEC suing LSU and leaders over eligibility rules and the CFP committee backing conference restrictions, the Tigers left two roster spots open in case the legal situation changes.
5. Texas man accused of stealing from Ulta stores in multiple states arrested in Louisiana (louisianafirstnews.com) — Law enforcement in the Baton Rouge area arrested a Texas man linked to Ulta Beauty thefts across multiple states, recovering more than $5,000 in stolen fragrances. Livingston Parish deputies and Iberville Parish officers tracked his car after a local Ulta theft, and investigators say he may be tied to similar crimes nationwide.
📸 Around Baton Rouge
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Baton Rouge
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★ Featured events ★
- Alliance Discussion Gathering →
First United Methodst, 930 North Blvd., Baton Rouge
7:00 pm
Wednesday September 9
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Other local events
- Labor Day →
Baton Rouge, LA Calendar Baton Rouge, LA 70802 - CAPRI's Second Chance Tuesday!! →
EBRPL - Main Library, 7711 Goodwood Blvd, Baton Rouge
2:00 pm - Metropolitan Council Regular Meeting →
Baton Rouge, LA Calendar, 222 St. Louis Street Metro Council Chambers, Baton Rouge
4:00 pm - Patriot Day Color Run/Walk →
Baton Rouge LA - ACT Practice Test (the New ACT) →
10:00 am - 2026 Gospel Heritage Festival/Divine and Gifted Outreach Ministries →
Baton Rouge, LA Calendar, 7711 Goodwood Blvd., Baton Rouge
11:00 am - Metropolitan Board of Adjustment Meeting →
Baton Rouge, LA Calendar, City Hall 222 St Louis St, 3rd Floor, Baton Rouge
3:30 pm - Metropolitan Council Zoning Meeting →
Baton Rouge, LA Calendar, 222 St. Louis Street Metro Council Chambers, Baton Rouge
5:00 pm - Walk to Remember, Run for Hope →
Baton Rouge LA - SAT Practice Test (Computer Adaptive Test) →
10:00 am
Monday September 7
Tuesday September 8
Wednesday September 9
Saturday September 12
Monday September 14
Wednesday September 16
Saturday September 19
📣 Baton Rouge Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Baker JV Football @ Port Allen →
Port Allen High School, 3553 Rosedale Rd, Port Allen
7:00 pm - VB vs Walker FR/JV/V
Brusly High School Brusly, LA 70719
4:00 pm - VB vs Cecilia FR/JV/V
Brusly High School Brusly, LA 70719
4:00 pm - Football v. NORTHWESTERN 5, 6 PM
Brusly Middle School Brusly, LA 70719
5:00 pm
Monday September 7
Tuesday September 8
Wednesday September 9
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Three Distinguished Faculty Members Named LSU Boyd Professors —Ernie Ballard Read on Patch
- Charlie is always curious about what's happening around the neighborhood.
He enjoys spending time outside, exploring a little, and then relaxing at home. I thought I'd share a quick picture of him with the neighbors. Hope… (Nextdoor Jefferson Place - Bocage) - Has anyone see our cat "Luna" around the neighborhood?
We have not seen him in a few days and are beginning to worry about him. He is extremely friendly and will let just about anyone pick him up/pet him… (Nextdoor Plantation Trace)
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- Wendy's posted a job opening for Shift Manager in Baton Rouge. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Baton Rouge here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Times Square (Thank you Jean K. for sending it in!)
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