🌱 Easter Parade + Second Robbery On Jones Creek Road

Happy Friday, neighbors! Let's get you all caught up to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

A stray afternoon t-storm. High: 80 Low: 71.

Here are the top three stories today in Baton Rouge:

1. Here comes the Easter Bunny! First responders participated in a parade with the fluffy Easter mascot yesterday morning. The event was organized for kids at Our Lady of the Lake Children's Hospital. See the video at the link. (WAFB)
2. Another bank was robbed on Jones Creek Road yesterday. The robbery comes less than a month after a different bank was robbed nearby. In both robberies, the culprit made no threats and showed no weapons, but simply handed a note to the teller. Police are asking anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers. (The Advocate)
3. Heartbreaking: three-year-old dies after being struck by a stray bullet. A family is mourning the death of a toddler after a stray bullet entered through a bedroom window on Tuesday. The child had just begun daycare and was described by family as a "happy, happy" boy. East Baton Rouge Mayor-President Broome pleaded for an end to violence in the city. (The Advocate)

Today in Baton Rouge:

• DIY Planners: Grab & Geaux at Bluebonnet Regional Branch Library (All Day)
• DIY Planners: Grab & Geaux at East Baton Rouge Parish Library (All Day)
• Pet Cat-cus Grab & Geaux at East Baton Rouge Parish Library (All Day)
• Opossum Feltie Grab & Geaux at East Baton Rouge Parish Library (All Day)
• Interpret This Photo Show Reception at Art Guild of Louisiana (2:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Do you recognize this pup? Baton Rouge, Louisiana - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets shared a photo of a dog found near Tigerbend and Antioch. Visit the link to see a photo and contact the finder. (Facebook)
• Baton Rouge Family Fun shared a photo of the beautiful snapdragon blooms at LSU AgCenter's Botanic Gardens. Click the link to see the lovely flora. (Instagram)
• Looking for a way to spend time with the family on Easter weekend? BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo is inviting you to come out, as they will keep their doors open for regular hours all weekend. (Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today! I'll see you soon.

— Dan Casarella

About me: Dan Casarella is a writer, podcast producer, and small business development specialist who formerly worked in late-night television. He’s produced many talk segments, including with President Joe Biden, Kobe Bryant, and Chadwick Boseman. Dan studied Media Studies and Production at Temple University. He also enjoys running, painting, and the highs and lows of Philadelphia’s sports teams.