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Metro Council to consider seeking cultural district tax breaks for LSU area

The Metro Council will consider asking state officials to designate an LSU Cultural District. 

Owner plans to add a Mexican restaurant to his store on Old Hammond

Dario Galvan is expanding his Mi Cuevita Plus convenience store on the corner of Lakemont Drive and Old Hammond Highway, near Millerville Road, adding space for a restaurant.

See how far BREC moved up in this year’s park system rankings 

Trust for Public Land announced today that Baton Rouge placed 61st of 100 on the 2023 ParkScore index, climbing six spots from last year due to increased investment in the local park system run by BREC.    

PAR: Lawmakers must be cautious in spending extra cash  

Louisiana’s treasury remains flush from better-than-expected corporate, personal income, sales and severance tax collections.

Why tipping requests are suddenly everywhere 

Tacking a 20% tip on top of a $4 croissant is one thing, but...

New owner rebrands pottery studio on Lee Drive as BellyFire Studios

David Rollins is a startup co-founder with several projects under his belt, and now he can add pottery studio owner to his resume.
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Baton Rouge doctor and film producer lands award, distribution deal in Cannes

Greg Ward, a Baton Rouge doctor and executive producer of films, is having a productive trip to this week’s Cannes film festival. 

LSU faculty awarded patent for miniature light that boosts algae production

Two LSU faculty members were recently awarded a patent for a miniature, self-powered light that boosts the production of algae used for health supplements, food, dyes and biofuels, the school announced this afternoon.

Corporate franchise tax phase-out moves forward in Legislature 

Legislation to phase out Louisiana’s corporate franchise tax moved closer to reality on Monday with approval from the House Ways and Means Committee.

Looking for a coffee shop with later hours? Here’s where to go

You may think that coffee shops are just for the early risers, but there are plenty of spots in Baton Rouge that are making fresh brews and special menu items for night owls, too.Â