Bayou Weekly

28/03/2024

Biden and Trump win Louisiana's presidential primary after already clinching their respective party's primary. Who has the edge in the 2020 election rematch?

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump won Louisiana’s primary on Saturday, collecting more delegates after they already clinched their party nominations.Biden also appeared in Missouri’s Democratic primary, with results not expected to be reported until next w...

27/03/2024

LSU Women's Basketball is sweet once again! Can the Lady Tigers make a push for another national title?

--Bayou Weekly Staff--Ever since the LSU Women’s Basketball team made a historic run to win the 2023 NCAA National Championship, the team - loaded with its star players and Hall of Fame head coach Kim Mulkey - has remained under the spotlightFrom sophomore Flau’jae Johnson’s latest rap single ...

27/03/2024

'Tis the Season! The 2024 Jazz Fest lineup and stage cubes and times have been released. Find the official schedule below!

The 2024 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival's schedule cubes were recently released by the festival, highlighting this year's lineup times and stage plans. The lineup schedule is posted at the end of this article. Enthusiasts of the festival are now able to begin organizing their daily schedules a...

05/07/2023

If you know, you know ⚾️🎆

(h/t MLBLife/TW)

04/07/2023

Latest Ruling on Louisiana and Missouri vs. Biden et al. Despite the breathtaking arrogance of the Biden Administration and his cadre of federal bureaucrats, the Louisiana Department of Justice has won an historic injunction against them: effectively stopping federal agencies a

29/06/2023

A new chicken-based franchise, called Super Chix, is coming soon to Lafayette, Louisiana next to the under-construction Chimes Restaurant & Tap Room at the 2000 Block of Kaliste Saloom Road &am…

29/06/2023

Needed this reminder.

Thanks for sharing this, 👏

29/06/2023

They call him the Creole Bambino. He is the inventor of the “belly bomb.” He was a pivotal part of this LSU championship run, and he almost didn’t play this season.

23/06/2023

🐯🟣🟡 Get ready to show your Tiger pride on Saturday, June 24, as it's officially ! Louisiana Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin has proclaimed this special day to celebrate our beloved LSU baseball team's return to the NCAA College World Series Finals. Let's wear purple and gold to support the Tigers in their quest for a seventh national championship. Go Tigers! 🏆⚾️

Saturday, June 24 is “LSU Baseball Day” in Louisiana! Louisiana Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin made the proclamation in honor of LSU baseball’s return to the NCAA College World Series Finals for the first time since 2017. Ardoin is encouraging all Louisianans to wear purple and gold on Saturda...

23/06/2023

Tommy White got all of it.

21/06/2023

A new tax credit signed into law aims to reduce oyster shell waste in New Orleans by incentivizing restaurants to donate shells to recycling programs. The shells are crucial for building reefs, protecting against erosion, and supporting marine life.

New Orleans' thriving oyster industry generates a significant amount of discarded shells. Unfortunately, most of these shells end up in landfills instead of being returned to the coast. In an effort to reverse this trend, a new tax credit has been passed into law by Gov. John Bel Edwards. Under this...

21/06/2023

Joe Burrow's parents say it's still Geaux Tigers!

19/06/2023

HOW TO WATCH OUR TIGERS IN OMAHA TONIGHT!
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No. 5-seeded LSU will face No. 1-seeded Wake Forest in the heavyweight matchup on their side of the bracket Monday night at the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska.

15/06/2023

Breaking: All-American Paul Skenes has won the Dick Howser Trophy. The trophy is bestowed annually to the National College Baseball Player of the Year.

14/06/2023

Disgraceful and shortsighted. Lawmakers hastily passing the budget without proper deliberation, leading to damaging cuts like the Red River bridge and Port of New Orleans' container terminal funding. Gov. John Bel Edwards, we trust you to clean up this mess. Such political retaliation hurts our economy and undermines private-sector investment. Louisiana deserves better governance.

From Shreveport on the Red River to St. Bernard Parish by the Mighty Mississippi, political games threatened important projects in the chaos of the last hours of the 2023 Legislature. As the last-minute dealmaking unfolded, money was cut as apparent retribution against those who failed to back the H...

13/06/2023

📢 Exciting News! 🎉 Louisiana legislators have allocated $44 million in new funding for early care and education, the largest investment in over a decade! This benefits children, families, and businesses, addressing the high cost of childcare and supporting brain development. Kudos to Jerome Zeringue State Representative and the legislators involved! Let's ensure every child has a strong foundation for success.

In the final hours of the 2023 legislative session, Louisiana lawmakers prioritized young children and their parents by allocating $44 million in new funding to early care and education. This represents the largest state investment into the Child Care Assistance Program in over a decade. With childc...

08/06/2023

💼💰 ExxonMobil considers investing $264 million in three projects in Baton Rouge, including high-grade isopropyl alcohol production for microchips, resin production, and advanced plastics recycling. Final decisions are expected in early 2024.

ExxonMobil is actively exploring the possibility of investing $264 million in three potential projects in the Baton Rouge area, according to company officials. These projects include the establishment of a high-grade isopropyl alcohol unit for microchip manufacturing, a new resin production facility...

06/06/2023

Breaking: PGA Tour, DP World Tour, and LIV Golf League set aside legal battles and join forces in a groundbreaking merger. The move aims to unify golf globally and create maximum excitement among top players. A historic day for the game we love, but surprises many. Stay tuned for more details! ⛳️🌍

The PGA Tour, DP World Tour and the LIV Golf League, which have been embroiled in a bitter legal battle for more than a year, have agreed to merge and move forward in a larger commercial business, the circuits announced Tuesday. The tours called the stunning development "a landmark agreement to unif...

05/06/2023

Discover the rich history and diverse flavors of boudin in Scott, Louisiana, the self-proclaimed Boudin Capital of the World. From traditional recipes to innovative creations, this small town's boudin culture is thriving. 🌽🐷🔥

Boudin has as many recipes as there are cooks in Louisiana, but one city claims to have the best of all: Scott. Situated off Interstate 10, Scott is a small town with a population of 8,000 people that proudly holds the title of the "Boudin Capital of the World." This designation is well-deserved, as...

31/05/2023

Louisiana residents bear the heavy costs of excessive lawsuits, with a loss of 50,000 jobs and $3 billion in personal income, according to a report by Louisiana Lawsuit Abuse Watch. The "tort tax" burdens each person with $1,200. Urgent legal reform is needed to restore economic stability.

Report by Louisiana Lawsuit Abuse Watch reveals the devastating impact of excessive litigation on the state's economy and residents' livelih

30/05/2023

LSU baseball team gears up for NCAA tournament as Coach Jay Johnson praises players' resilience and determination. Despite challenges and injuries, the Tigers remain focused on their goal of reaching Omaha.

As the LSU baseball team prepares for the NCAA tournament, Coach Jay Johnson commends his players for their resilience and determination. This group of talented athletes, many of whom have aspirations of playing in the major leagues, has shown unwavering focus throughout the season. Coach Johnson re...

24/05/2023

Retailers face mounting challenges as store crimes surge. Rising theft, from petty shoplifting to large-scale organized theft, impacts profitability and safety. Economic fears, inflation, and limited resources contribute to the problem.

Retailers, both large and small, are grappling with an alarming increase in store crimes, ranging from petty shoplifting to large-scale organized theft that clears entire shelves of products. The repercussions of this trend have been significant, with Target projecting a loss of half a billion dolla...

23/05/2023

As the Louisiana Legislature nears the end of its session, Senate President Page Cortez emerges as a pivotal figure in the budget debate, deciding between investing in road repairs and university buildings or paying down long-term debt. Can fiscal conservatives block his efforts?

The Louisiana State Legislature is heading towards a critical moment in its ongoing budget discussions, and all eyes are on Senate President Page Cortez. A furniture store owner and former football coach from Lafayette, Cortez holds the key to determining whether the state will allocate a record-bre...

18/05/2023

Shell announces $121.7M investment in expanding Port Allen catalyst plant, creating 17 new jobs and increasing production capacity. The project aims to produce more energy-efficient catalysts, contributing to sustainable practices.

Shell has given the green light to a significant expansion project at its Port Allen catalyst manufacturing plant in Louisiana. The company will invest $121.7 million in the expansion, aimed at bolstering production capacity. This expansion endeavor is expected to create 17 new jobs, with an average...

17/05/2023

Jefferson Parish is building a $20.6 million sports complex to attract youth sports tournaments, boost tourism, and generate local investment. The development is set to open by summer 2024, with potential for six more fields and other amenities.

Jefferson Parish, Louisiana is set to join the competition for hosting youth sports tournaments with its plans to construct a new outdoor recreation complex worth over $20.6 million. The project will be situated between Avondale and Marrero on Nicolle Boulevard and is expected to feature three multi...

12/05/2023

NEW LETTER TO THE EDITOR: "Outdated regulatory policies that reflect antiquated thinking on obesity and weight loss have limited physicians' options for treating patients who struggle with obesity. It is time to update Medicare to enable seniors living with obesity to access the care they need. I urge lawmakers to support the coverage of AOMs under Medicare."
Bill Cassidy Steve Scalise Rep. Troy A Carter

Dear Editor, I am writing to express my concern about the lack of coverage for anti-obesity medications (AOMs) under Medicare. As a nurse with years of experience, I have seen first-hand the negative impact that obesity can have on people's health, especially on those with chronic conditions such as...

10/05/2023

Baton Rouge's food scene is a huge draw for visitors. Crawfish rules the spring, gumbo is a staple in the winter, and Louisiana's food culture brings people together year-round. Come join us at the table!

Orginally written by Addi Loftis for LSU's Tiger TV Baton Rouge can tell its seasons by food. Crawfish rules the spring and gumbo is a staple in the winter. Crawfish season is now in full swing, a time where city natives and guests are brought together to share the tradition. “The Baton Rouge food...

09/05/2023

Wow, what an achievement! 👏🏼🎉 High school senior Dennis "Maliq" Barnes from New Orleans received over 180 college acceptance letters and $10 million in scholarship offers. He will attend Cornell University in the fall and pursue a degree in computer science. Congrats, Maliq!

UPDATE: Dennis Barnes Chooses Cornell University! Dennis Barnes, a senior at the International High School of New Orleans, has made history by being awarded over $9 million in scholarships from 125 colleges and universities. This accomplishment breaks the previous record set by a Louisiana senior wh...

04/05/2023

Dick Durbin's bill that would hurt American small businesses and help Chinese credit card companies is back in Congress. Let's hope Senators Bill Cassidy and John Neely Kennedy stand firm against pro-China bills and protect our data from CCP's surveillance.

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve likely seen how Joe Biden is letting Communist China walk all over us. The border is left wide-open, with made-in-China fentanyl coming through by the truck load. Spy balloons are allowed to traverse the entire country, picking up surveillance on ou...

02/05/2023

Discount store Tuesday Morning announced it will be closing all of its stores after 49 years of operation. The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and has been closing stores ever since. All locations are now offering 30% off.

Tuesday Morning announced Saturday that all of its stores will be closing. The Dallas-based franchise discount store is going out of business. Tuesday Morning made a post on Facebook that read, "Thank you for 49 years of loyalty and support." In 1974, Tuesday Morning began after founder Lloyd Ross h...