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In today's newsletter:

• Know anything about the Lorraine Street killing? Here’s how to help.
• How could budget cuts change security at Baton Rouge City Hall?
• How long Groom Road construction could affect your daily drive

Also on today's calendar: The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Baton Rouge, LA.

Today's riddle: What did one magnet say to the other magnet? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: Fog in the a.m.; mostly sunny, with a high of 80 and low of 59 degrees.
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 78, low: 57.
• Thursday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 78 and low of 63 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. CRIME STOPPERS: Suspect wanted in connection with deadly beating, shooting in Baton Rouge (wafb.com) — Police are asking Baton Rouge residents to help locate 43-year-old Damian Drake, wanted on a second-degree murder charge after a deadly beating and shooting on Lorraine Street last month. One suspect has already been arrested, and Crime Stoppers is taking anonymous tips that could earn a cash reward. Authorities stress that community information could be crucial to moving the case forward.
   

2. Budget talks continue for Baton Rouge constable facing cuts (wafb.com) — East Baton Rouge Parish Constable Terrica Williams is negotiating with the mayor’s office as her department faces double-digit budget cuts that could affect security at Baton Rouge City Hall. A prior deal where Baton Rouge Police covered constable security costs has ended, and Williams argues her certified officers should be treated like other first responders exempt from reductions.
   

3. Groom Road Corridor Upgrade Moves Forward as Construction Intensifies in Baker (brweeklypress.com) — Drivers in Baker should expect ongoing lane disruptions as construction ramps up on the Groom Road Corridor Upgrade, a MoveBR-funded project improving drainage and road conditions. The work, coordinated with East Baton Rouge City-Parish government, will continue into 2026 and aims to reduce flooding, strengthen infrastructure, and enhance safety along one of the city’s busiest routes.
   

4. Construction continues on Sullivan Road as DOTD widens corridor, changes traffic patterns (wbrz.com) — Drivers in the Baton Rouge area who use Sullivan Road through Central should expect ongoing lane shifts and delays as DOTD widens the corridor between Wax Road and Hooper Road to four lanes. The $12 million project adds raised medians, J-turns, and improved drainage to ease congestion and reduce flooding, but officials warn motorists to stay cautious while traffic patterns keep changing.
   

5. Comedian Desi Banks to make tour stop in Baton Rouge in 2026 (wgno.com) — Baton Rouge comedy fans can mark their calendars for Friday, May 29, 2026, when Desi Banks brings his “Your Favorite Cousin” tour to the Baton Rouge River Center Theater. The Atlanta-based comedian, known for his viral social media sketches and film roles, will perform a 7 p.m. show with tickets starting at $44. Expect a high-energy night of stories and laughs downtown.
   

📸 Around Baton Rouge

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Baton Rouge

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Thursday December 25

• Christmas Day
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Thursday January 1

• New Year's Day
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Saturday January 3

• The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Baton Rouge, LA
  Crowne Plaza Executive Center Baton Rouge, an IHG Hotel , 4728 Constitution Ave , Baton Rouge
  6:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Tuesday December 23

• Crescent City Sounds Listening Lounge
  New Orleans Public Library - Main Library , 219 Loyola Ave , New Orleans
  3:30 pm
• Cardio Fusion*
  PARDS Fitness Center & Aquatic Center , 30372 Eden Church Rd , Denham Springs
  4:15 pm
• HMMA Girls Varsity Basketball @ CPCHS
  Catholic High School , 504 4th St , New Roads
  5:30 pm
• Makerspaces Training Classes
  500 Mississippi St , Donaldsonville
  7:00 pm
• Mentorship Academy Boys Varsity Basketball @ CPCHS
  Catholic High School , 504 4th St , New Roads
  7:00 pm

Wednesday December 24

• Storytime – South Branch
  West Baton Rouge Parish Library South Branch , 6311 LA-1 , Brusly
  10:00 am

Thursday December 25

• Zoo Lights sponsored by OLOLCH
  Hwy 19 @ Lavey Ln - S , Baker
  5:30 pm
• MS. HOLMES & MS. WATSON – APT 2B
  Crescent City Stage Co. , 6063 Magazine St , New Orleans
  7:30 pm

Saturday December 27

• Children's Drawing and Painting Workshop
  West Baton Rouge Museum , 845 N Jefferson Ave , Port Allen
  10:30 am

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Pennington Biomedical Celebrates a Year of Small Shifts —Ernie Ballard Read on Patch

• Lily has finally be REUNITED a month later.
  Thanks to everyone who helped with this journey and especially thanks to maddison and her husband for rescuing lily. (Nextdoor Shenandoah North)
• Hello everyone I’m Oreo/Stable but he comes to Oreo a male neutered and up to date on all shots right now I’m in foster care with my foster mom I have been looking for a good home.
  I’m happy, friendly love other animals . I was at Companion Animal Alliance contact my foster mom for a meet and greet if you’re interested in… (Nextdoor Gus Young)

• MyJobsCorner posted a job opening for Grocery Clerk Jobs: Hiring Immediately! Full Time / Part Time - $12-$22/Hr in Baton Rouge. Apply here.
• Burger King posted a job opening for Team Member in Baton Rouge. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Baton Rouge here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

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