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Louisiana woman kicked out of Baton Rouge restaurant because of controversial dress code
On Tuesday, Facebook user Miney M Mac posted a series of videos from Stab's Prime Steak and Seafood in Baton Rouge, where she was turned away because of a new dress code policy. The user also goes by the name, Y'Mine McClanahan. According to her post, she was asked to...
Baton Rouge man catches huge cubera snapper in “Jurassic Park”
When Matt Leerkes of Baton Rouge wants to do battle with a big “dinosaur” – his joking term for a big bottomfish – he gets Joey Maciasz to take him to “Jurassic Park.”. So it was no surprise last weekend when Leerkes hooked up and...
Downtown casino withdraws application to demolish historic building to make way for parking lot
BATON ROUGE - The Belle of Baton Rouge casino has withdrawn its application to demolish downtown's historic 'Catfish Town' building to make way for a parking lot. Executives for the Downtown Development District and Historic Preservation Commission opposed the proposition, saying the 100-year-old building is too much of an asset.
Gray’s Creek bream on the fly
It’s no secret that fly fishing isn’t at the top of the list of preferred methods to catch fish in Louisiana. But for Terry Aucoin of Denham Springs, using a fly rod to catch fish is second nature. “I love it more than I love breathing,” he said....
Whisker Wednesday: Meet Cupcake, a cat up for adoption in Baton Rouge
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Amber Harrell of Cat Haven introduced a pretty, sweet cat named Cupcake up for adoption in Baton Rouge. She is a little over two years old and recently had two litters of kittens. All of her kittens have already been adopted out. Cupcake gets...
Inside Hot Stuff Restaurant, a new comfort food concept in downtown Baton Rouge
Never give up. This is the mantra for Hot Stuff Restaurant owner Jennice Goff, whose vision for this eatery recently came to fruition after more than 11 years of dreaming about it. Hot Stuff officially opened its doors in downtown Baton Rouge on July 10 at 244 Lafayette St., in...
Best Deli Restaurants in Baton Rouge, LA
We highlight three of the best Deli restaurants in Baton Rouge: Mulberry Market, American Market, and Inga’s Subs & Salads. Baton Rouge is home to a vibrant and diverse culinary scene, with deli restaurants standing out as some of the city’s most : dining spots. These establishments are...
Demo dodged: Belle of Baton Rouge drops efforts to tear down Catfish Town building
A century-old building has been saved from the wrecking ball, thwarting past efforts from its owner to replace it with a parking lot. On Wednesday, representatives of Catfish Queen LLC — the operators of the Belle of Baton Rouge casino — withdrew their appeal effort for the demolition of the Maritime II building.
Baton Rouge Restaurant Week heats up: 4 menus you can't miss
This week, Baton Rouge is hosting one of its largest Summer Restaurant Weeks yet with 54 restaurants offering prix fixe, three-course menus. Restaurant Week occurs twice annually, in January and July, with the goal being to strengthen Baton Rouge's hospitality industry and culinary culture. Baskets are set up at each...
Amateur beekeeper studies, collects bees in hopes of starting research study at his university
BATON ROUGE — An amateur beekeeper from Baton Rouge is collecting and studying bees in hopes of starting a research study at his university. Gabriel Marable began studying and researching bees in December. It was after this that he proposed bee research to administrators at Alcorn State University in Lorman, Mississippi, which was approved in February.
Gaming and Leisure Properties reports record Q2 results
Gaming and Leisure Properties Inc., a Pennsylvania-based real estate investment trust that owns the property of all three of Baton Rouge’s casinos, reported record second-quarter financial results in Q2 2024. GLPI reported $380.6 million in total revenue in Q2 2024, up from the $356.6 million it reported in Q2...
'You're gonna just leave with your cheeks hurting,' comedian Jen Kober says
Confidence-exuding comedian Jen Kober has a little preshow homework for her potential audiences. "I invite people to go vet me on online. Right. Find the videos and make sure I'm funny before you put on real pants and leave your house. Make sure you think it's gonna be worth it," she says. "And I promise it is."
This weekend in Baton Rouge: Arts For EveryBody; BROC, Rock & Wine and more events
Put your boy band knowledge to the test at DIY Disco on Friday, July 26, for Finish the Lyrics: Boy Band Trivia Night. Test your memory on featured bands the Backstreet Boys, ‘N Sync, Jonas Brothers, One Direction and more. First place will win a $50 gift card and second place will win a $20 gift card. DIY Disco trivia nights offer happy hour craft menus and a regular craft menu throughout the night.
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