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5 Baton Rouge restaurants cited for critical health violations, one for mislabeled seafood

Several Baton Rouge area eateries received critical violations from the Louisiana Department of Health during routine restaurant inspections from the end of October. Some businesses are still dealing with gnats and flies as cooler weather approaches, and one restaurant did not properly label seafood from China, according to the health department.

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7 Things About Raising Cane’s Louisianans Expect Everyone to Know

Raising Cane’s is named after a yellow Labrador. Louisianans know that, and they’ll happily tell you the rest. Here’s what Louisianans expect everyone to know about Raising Cane’s. 1. The Mothership. Raising Cane’s opened its first restaurant on August 28, 1996, at the North Gates of...

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This Family-Owned Baton Rouge, Louisiana Spot Has Served Homemade Hot Tamales Since 1962 And Still Draws A Crowd

Some restaurants chase trends every few years, and some simply keep doing the same thing for decades. One spot in Baton Rouge has been rolling out homemade hot tamales since 1962, back when a gallon of gas cost about 28 cents. The same family still runs it, and the parking...

Baton Rouge, LA · 4d

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“Get This Hot Yoga Narcissist Instructor Away From My School”: Ex-LSU Champ Rips Lane Kiffin After 31–13 Loss to Alabama

Lane Kiffin and LSU suffered a 13-31 loss to Alabama on Saturday, and an alum had some very strong words about it. Sam Leavitt could not capitalize on his 380 yards on 35/47 passing, throwing one interception and taking four sacks. The Tigers’ only touchdown came on a 5-yard rush by running back Dilin Jones, and it was also the last time they led before they were shut out the rest of the way.

Tuscaloosa, AL · 3d

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Raising Cane’s has a sweet surprise for Veterans Day

Raising Cane’s is serving up a little extra gratitude this Veterans Day. As the country prepares to honor those who have served on Wednesday, November 11, the popular chicken finger chain is spotlighting its Hero Discount Program, which gives eligible guests 10% off their entire purchase. The best part?...

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Thrift Shops in Baton Rouge: Why Thrifting is More Than Just Shopping

Secondhand, sustainability and big-time savings are buzzwords often associated with. thrifting. Thrift and consignment stores in Baton Rouge offer the community quality garments. for a fraction of the cost. Some stores, like Time Warp and Swap, curate their inventory with. taste and style before you step inside. Other true thrift...

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Baton Rouge animal rescue announces closure

The Animal Protection and Welfare Society (APAWS) in Baton Rouge is scheduled to close its doors on Dec. 31.

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Since 1941, Generations Have Filled This Beloved Louisiana Diner’s Lunch Counter For Comfort Food And Homemade Biscuits

Some Baton Rouge traditions are older than the folks keeping them alive. One of them started in 1941, right beside a famous college campus, and it has been serving plates to students, families, and early-rising regulars ever since. On LSU game days, people happily wait about half an hour just...

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This Huge Louisiana Outlet Center Makes Holiday Shopping A Road-Trip Event

More than 50 brand-name outlet stores sit in one open-air spot right off I-10. That’s a lot of gift list crossed off in a single afternoon. I like that this place sits between Baton Rouge and New Orleans. You can turn a holiday errand into a full Louisiana road trip without much of a detour.

Gonzales, LA · 1d

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How a family-owned restaurant turns beef trim into Wagyu burgers. Welcome to Wagyulicious.

When first generation cattle farmer Jeremy Free needed a way to sell his farm’s beef trim, he decided to open a burger business in Baton Rouge. In came Wagyulicious, beginning as a food trailer in 2022 parked outside local breweries, businesses and at various local events. Three years later, Free opened a brick-and-mortar restaurant at 11950 Cloverland Ave., a spot formerly occupied by the original location of Willie’s Restaurant.

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Lane Kiffin Not Canceling Dancing With The Stars, Like Kevin Costner, Before Home Games Despite Bama Flop

Kevin Costner hasn’t taken this much flack since his “Waterworld” movie flop in 1995 that he acted in and produced at far over budget as it lost more than $100 million. Similarly, LSU football coach Lane Kiffin’s $40 million-plus roster has not answered at the box office so far at 6-3 on the season and 3-3 in the Southeastern Conference.

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Baton Rouge animal rescue to close by end of year, citing funding and foster shortages

BATON ROUGE — The Animal Protection and Welfare Society, a rescue in Baton Rouge, announced on Monday that it would be closing its doors at the end of the year. President and Director Rebeckah Rutherford told WBRZ that the rescue is closing due to a lack of funding, a shortage of foster homes and a significant decrease in adoptions.

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Baton Rouge airport enters ‘a different era’ as it transitions to an independent authority

For the first time in 50 years, the Baton Rouge airport has changed its governance model as it looks to improve services and talent development. In a ceremony Tuesday morning at the airport’s terminal rotunda, city and airport leaders gathered to celebrate the transition of authority from the city-parish to the Baton Rouge Regional Airport Authority, separating the airport from the local government. Airport leaders said the move will allow the facility to respond more quickly to changing airport needs and become a more formidable competitor for new services and employees.

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Southern University offering free pet vaccinations

Free pet vaccinations will be available at the Southern University Ag Center. See when

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GALLERY: Nicholls State University Homecoming Tailgate

Nicholls erased a 17 point deficit to beat East Texas A&M 32-31 on Homecoming at John L. Guidry Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Pictures are from the Pep Rally/ Tailgate from before the game. View the game below:. Photos by BRAD WEIMER PHOTOGRAPHY. With over 38 years of experience, Brad Weimer...

Thibodaux, LA · 1d

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Popular Baton Rouge barbecue restaurant should expand to NOLA and open on this busy corner

Putting the address to Salt Pepper Oak into your phone GPS will have you second guessing if you typed in restaurant name correct or if your map is just malfunctioning. That’s because the quaint barbecue restaurant, at 6721 Exchequer Drive, is in the heart of a Baton Rouge commercial business park. You’ll follow the smell of smoked meats past warehouses, glass repair shops, flooring and countertop stores and corporate offices.

Baton Rouge, LA · 15h

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Smoked ribs, nigiri and more of the best things we ate in Baton Rouge and Acadiana

I love a good deal, and the lunch menu at Umami Japanese Bistro has many to choose from. The nigiri lunch special comes with a variety of chef’s picks, plus a sushi roll and choice of soup or salad for $17. For sushi, that’s a great deal. The...

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Two More Veterans Day Meals in Baton Rouge Today: Twin Peaks on Siegen and Texas Roadhouse

A Veterans Day meal in Baton Rouge does not have to come from the national chains already making the rounds. Two restaurants with local locations are offering free meals today, Wednesday, Nov. 11, and both expect you to bring proof of service. Twin Peaks at 6990 Siegen Ln. is on...

Baton Rouge, LA · 9h

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Baton Rouge Northdale Academy to name gym for founding principal Leroy Helire Jr.

BATON ROUGE — Northdale Superintendent’s Academy will name its gymnasium after founding principal Leroy Helire Jr. The East Baton Rouge Parish School System and the school will hold the Leroy Helire Jr. Gymnasium Dedication and Naming Ceremony from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 4451 Fairfields Ave. Helire will be present.