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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...
Louisiana Camp Hack – Keeps Flies & Wasps Away With No Chemicals
Compare rainfall rates in cities such as Lake Charles, Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Lafayette from this summer to last summer, you'll see why last year's problems of drought and fire danger have been replaced by potential torrential rains and mosquito invasions. Mosquitoes, flies, wasps, and other scary creatures can be not only an annoyance but a real health threat.
Influencer Closet Sale happening at Perkins Rowe
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Perkins Rowe is making online shopping from your favorite influencers an in-person event at the mall on Saturday, July 27. According to officials, seven influencers from the Baton Rouge and New Orleans areas will attend the Influencer Closet Sale where guests can meet them while shopping for high quality, fashionable items at a lower prices.
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BATON ROUGE - The Belle of Baton Rouge casino has withdrawn its application to demolish downtown's historic 'Catfish Town' building to make way for a parking lot.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....
MEET YOUR NEIGHBOR: Local couple making raw foods to keep pets happy and healthy
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Have you ever thought about what’s in your dog’s food? It could be the cause for some of their health problems. That’s why one local couple has created their own recipes to keep your furry friends happy and healthy. Chantelle and Zak...
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.
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.
Film Louisiana Launches New Brand
BATON ROUGE – The organization formerly known as the Louisiana Film & Entertainment Association has renamed itself Film Louisiana. The rebranding initiative includes a new logo and website. Film Louisiana is a professional trade association that advocates for the film industry and provides location scouting, permitting assistance and talent...
Red Dragon Palooza, open mics and more live music in the Baton Rouge area
BESIDE OURSELVES: El Paso Mexican Grill, Gonzales, 6 p.m. CAITLYN RENEE: Tallulah's at the Renaissance, 6 p.m. MIKE ESNEAULT: Stab's Restaurant, 6 p.m. OLD DAWGS: T'Quilas Bar and Grill, Denham Springs, 6 p.m. ORIGINAL MUSIC GATHERING: La Divina Italian Café, 6 p.m. RALPH DAIGLE: Mexican Grill Rio Verde, Gonzales,...
20-year-old Malayan tiger at Baton Rouge Zoo euthanized due to age-related ailments
BATON ROUGE - A 20-year-old male Malayan tiger was euthanized after being treated for age-related ailments, according to the Baton Rouge Zoo. Intan, who arrived at the Baton Rouge Zoo in 2011, was born on December 23, 2003, making him 20.5 years old. He came to the Baton Rouge Zoo as a part of the Malayan Tiger Species Survival Program and sired a litter of cubs in 2014.
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.
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