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Towne Center redevelopment underway; District Donuts announces closure Play Video
March 3, 2022 11:10 AM
BATON ROUGE - Several businesses are either relocating or closing entirely within Towne Center as the shopping center pushes forward with efforts to redevelop the property. District Donuts was among the first to announce they were closing up at the shopping center along Corporate Boulevard. "Really just some... more » -
McDonald's Egg McMuffin only 63 cents in honor of its 50th anniversary
November 16, 2021 1:55 PM
The Egg McMuffin was initially introduced to McDonald's customers 50 years ago at a cost of 63 cents per sandwich, and this Thursday, in honor of the popular breakfast sandwich's birthday, customers can once again purchase an Egg McMuffin for only 63 cents. The special will run from 6... more » -
More restrictions possible if Louisiana doesn't see drop-off in COVID cases, health officials say
August 10, 2021 12:07 PM
BATON ROUGE - Louisiana's chief health officer warned that stricter COVID mitigation measures could be on the way if the state doesn't stem its latest surge in the coming weeks. Dr. Joseph Kanter made the comments to the Louisiana Board of Regents during a special meeting Tuesday morning where... more » -
Initial unemployment claims take double-digit drop as restaurants see some bright spots in hiring Play Video
June 25, 2021 10:44 PM
BATON ROUGE - Restaurateur Stephen Hightower says he's seen a significant improvement recently in what had been a Herculean effort to find workers. "We've been able to bring in some great talent over the past couple [of] weeks," Hightower said. "It's a sign of hope." That hope may... more » -
Hiring incentives paying off from some businesses Play Video
June 11, 2021 10:45 PM
BATON ROUGE - Compared to a few months ago, Brad Zito of Drusilla Seafood Restaurant is feeling much more optimistic about hiring, even though the restaurant is not yet fully staffed. "Every single day, we have to discuss, 'do we have enough staff for the amount of business we... more » -
Waitr doubles range of delivery zones in East and West Baton Rouge
August 5, 2020 11:09 AM
BATON ROUGE – The popular food delivery service known as Waitr announced Wednesday it's doubling the range of its delivery zones for restaurant food in East and West Baton Rouge. This means delivery areas now reach as far as 10 miles away from certain restaurants, which in some cases... more » -
One in four restaurants statewide could permanently close due to coronavirus, industry official says Play Video
July 15, 2020 10:40 PM
BATON ROUGE - The restaurant industry in Louisiana and across the country has been one of the hardest-hit sectors of the economy since coronavirus restrictions were implemented earlier this year. "Our industry's been decimated, Stan Harris, president of the Louisiana Restaurant Association said. "One of the challenges that we're... more » -
Louisiana will remain in 'phase 2' until at least Aug. 28 Play Video
June 22, 2020 4:00 PM
BATON ROUGE - Governor Edwards announced Tuesday that Louisiana will not move into the next phase of its reopening plan for at least another 21 days as the state reports a rise in new coronavirus cases and hospitalizations. During a news briefing Tuesday (August 4), Edwards said the state... more » -
Businesses trying to find as many masks as possible ahead of Friday's requirement Play Video
April 29, 2020 9:44 PM
BATON ROUGE - Leading up to Friday's extension of the current s tay-at-home order , countless businesses are making sure they have everything to continue serving customers. That includes those all-important masks. In some cases, getting those is easier said than done. "I think it's one of those... more » -
Here is the White House plan to reopen American economy
April 16, 2020 5:42 PM
President Donald Trump laid out his administration's plan to reopen the United States economy in a video conference with the nation's governors Thursday. Click HERE for the latest virus cases in Louisiana. Governor John Bel Edwards participated in the call. Friday, a day after the call, the governor... more » -
Local restaurants, industry leaders team up to provide meals to healthcare workers Play Video
April 13, 2020 10:34 PM
BATON ROUGE - Local restaurants delivered meals to hospitals Monday night, kick-starting a campaign to feed healthcare workers on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic. Each day a collection of 70 restaurants will rotate, feeding 500 total hospital staff at four locations in the capital city, Baton Rouge... more » -
Neighbors FCU purchases $10,000 in gift cards from Keep BR Serving campaign
April 2, 2020 6:19 PM
BATON ROUGE - Neighbors Federal Credit Union purchased $10,000 in gift cards from restaurants participating in the Keep BR Serving campaign. Keep BR Serving will send 30 percent of the revenue made from the gift card sales directly to workers to help cover lost wages and tips. The... more » -
Restaurants adapting to new dining options during virus outbreak Play Video
March 17, 2020 4:53 PM
BATON ROUGE - For the time being, restaurant patrons can no longer sit and eat in bars and restaurants due to the coronavirus outbreak. Businesses are having to make several changes to continue serving the community. BLDG 5 owner Misti Broussard is one of those businesses. ... more » -
Restaurant owners react to dining restrictions Play Video
March 16, 2020 9:40 PM
BATON ROUGE - Most if not all the tables were empty Monday night at George's near the Perkins Road overpass, a scene owner Smokie Bourgeois and countless other restaurant owners will have to get used to. "I don't know what to expect, to be honest to you," Bourgeois... more » -
Area restaurants participating in #25onthe25th to donate to families of fallen officers Play Video
July 24, 2017 5:53 PM
BATON ROUGE – On Tuesday, July 25, several area restaurants will donate a percentage of their sales to the families of the fallen Baton Rouge officers. Participating locations will donate 25 percent or more of their sales to the families of officers killed in the line of duty. At... more » -
Dozens of area restaurants participate in #25onthe25th Play Video
July 25, 2016 3:27 PM
BATON ROUGE - Restaurants throughout the Capital Area are donating 25 percent of their sales on July 25th with the cash going to help support the families of recently fallen Baton Rouge officers. Dozens of restaurants in the Baton Rouge area have connected with the effort, which propagated largely... more » -
Group wants to ban smoking in bars, casinos across Baton Rouge Play Video
January 26, 2016 10:52 PM
BATON ROUGE - The group Smoke-free East Baton Rouge is working on a campaign to extend an existing statewide smoking ban to include bars and gaming facilities. The group, made up of Louisiana Cancer Research Center, Americans for Nonsmokers' Rights, Cancer Action Network, the American Lung Association and others,... more »