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Destination Louisiane: Noel Distillery creates a unique taste, new alcohol flavors
DONALDSONVILLE, LA. (BRPROUD) — In the city of Donaldsonville, Louisiana, a father-daughter duo decided that their hometown needed economic boots and some new alcohol flavors. Natalie and Chip Noel were all set to open their distillery in 2019 until the COVID-19 pandemic occurred. Three years later, in June, the family-owned distillery opened their doors to […]
Podcast empowers parents for the tween, teen journey
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System (FMOLHS) have started Season 4 of the ParentingU podcast, which provides parents with valuable insights and resources for navigating the journey of parenthood. The podcast, hosted by Stephanie Roussell, focuses on topics related to tweens and teens. With more than 10,000 downloads and […]
Want to practice your golf swing? Check out one of these driving ranges in Baton Rouge
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Just starting out playing golf or wanting to keep improving your game? Head to one of the several driving ranges to get some practice in the next time you step foot onto the golf course with your friends or family. Baton Rouge has several that are perfect for all ages. […]
Photos: Luxury $3 million Baton Rouge property has two homes, wine cellar, space to raise horses
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — A spacious $3 million property sitting on six acres is on the market with not just one but two homes. Located at 11048 N. Oak Hills Parkway in a subdivision, the Zillow listing notes the home is near Perkins Rowe and the Mall of Louisiana. The first home has five […]
Local medical center helps patients achieve successful outcomes through weight loss surgery
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — The Louisiana Center for Bariatrics at Baton Rouge General is helping local people achieve successful outcomes through weight loss surgery. The center is also breaking barriers by employing the only two female bariatric surgeons in the Baton Rouge area. Dr. Lyndsey Bruno is one of the surgeons employed. Dr. Bruno […]
Looking for a place to work out? Check out these gyms in Baton Rouge
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Is one of your New Year’s resolutions is to go to the gym more? Start the new year off right. Baton Rouge has several gyms around the area, perfect for your next workout. Local facilities offer memberships that allow members to access a variety of amenities, including group training, one-on-one […]
Baton Rouge restaurant selling new, favorite lemonade flavors in local retail stores
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — A Baton Rouge restaurant plans to offer artisan lemonade at local retail locations. BLDG 5 launched its bestselling specialty lemonade brand. The restaurant announced that the lemonade will be available online and at local retailers. The lemonade is expected to be on retail shelves nationwide. According to a release, in […]
New daiquiri shop, bar opening in Baton Rouge
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — A new daiquiri shop and bar will be opening in Baton Rouge. Nola Sweet Creations and Daiquiris will be located at 4001 Nicholson Drive under the Sonesta Hotel. Some signature items featured on the menu include homemade brownies, snack boxes with cupcakes, cereal bars, pecan candy, candy grapes and cookies. […]
Looking for a place to eat? These Baton Rouge restaurants will be open on New Year’s Day 2024
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Don’t feel like cooking on New Year’s Day and want a place to go eat with your friends and family? We have compiled a list of the restaurants that will be opening their doors on New Year’s Day in Baton Rouge. There will be several fast-food and sit-down restaurants that […]
Want a special meal for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day? Check out these Baton Rouge restaurants
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – Nothing says Happy New Year like sipping on your favorite drink and eating your favorite dish. Several restaurants in Baton Rouge will be open to help celebrate the holiday. If you’re planning on seeing the fireworks, stop at Tsunami Baton Rouge to see the show from the terrace. If you […]
Where to see New Year’s Eve fireworks in, near Baton Rouge
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Ring in 2024 on New Year’s Eve by checking out a fireworks display. We have compiled a list of the several fireworks displays that will be occurring in, near Baton Rouge. There are many activities around the Baton Rouge area to go check out as we close the book on 2023 […]
What you need to know about New Year’s Eve events, parties in, near Baton Rouge
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — It’s almost time to say goodbye to 2023 and welcome in 2024. Celebrations are planned worldwide for New Year’s Eve. People will be ringing in the new year at events with live music, glasses of champagne and fireworks. Entertainment venues, restaurants and hotels in the Baton Rouge area have events […]
See two new restaurants coming to Siegen Lane
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Two new restaurants are coming to Baton Rouge. Chipotle and Panda Express are taking the place of the former TJ Ribs, which was located at 6330 Siegen Lane, according to Joe Pegram of Streamline Development Partners. Pegram said the commercial real estate development company closed on the land in May. […]
Looking for donuts? Check out these shops in Baton Rouge for fresh treats, new flavors
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Looking for something sweet to start your day? Baton Rouge has several donut shops in the area that will provide that jumpstart to your morning. Several options have fresh, warm donuts to keep their customers coming back for seconds. Customers can choose from various donuts, including glazed, filled, iced and […]
Photos: Luxury Baton Rouge home selling for $2.2M has four levels, views of Mississippi River
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — A Baton Rouge home built in 2018 is listed for $2.2 million. The 4,302-square-foot house at 121 Main Street has three bedrooms and four bathrooms. The Zillow listing describes the property as a “custom-built townhouse that has four levels, and each level has a terrace with incredible views overlooking the […]
What is the most popular item Louisiana residents want to get for Christmas?
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Do you know what you want for Christmas this year? New research from DealDrop.com, a coupon site, revealed the most popular present that residents want to get in each state in the U.S. The research looked at data from Google Trends to determine the most popular items in each state […]
New radiation technology that detects, treats cancer is now in Baton Rouge
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — New cancer fighting technology is now in Louisiana. The innovative tool is being used at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Baton Rouge. The machine is called Elekta Unity. Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center has been waiting for some time now for its release. “It has definitely been a technology that […]
Do you celebrate Kwanzaa? Events in, near Baton Rouge celebrate African culture in 7-day holiday
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Kwanzaa is an annual event celebrating African culture over seven days. It starts on Dec. 26 and ends on Jan. 1 each year. In Baton Rouge, the holiday is celebrated with community events, art, literature and music. The holiday is not tied to a particular religion and was created by Maulana […]
Looking for fireworks and sparklers? Here’s where you can buy them in, near Baton Rouge
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — With New Year’s Eve counting down, those who celebrate are looking to purchase fireworks and sparklers. Watching fireworks shows can be family fun to celebrate for the New Year and aesthetically pleasing in the sky. Though fireworks are banned in some parishes, fireworks pop-up shops are open around Baton Rouge […]
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