Restaurants Options Near Bayou Country Superfest

Here are several restaurants that will be open for Bayou Country Superfest. We will continually update the post as we receive new information!                     Saturday Hours,  Sunday Hours Chimes:  11 a.m.-12 a.m.,  11 a.m.-2 a.m. Buffalo Wild Wings:  11 a.m.-2 a.m.,  11 a.m.-12 a.m. Voo Doo BBQ:  11 a.m.-10:30 p.m.,  11 a.m.-until Walk-On’s:  11 a.m.-2 a.m.,  [...]

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Mississippi River Update 5/14/2011

The US Army Corps of Engineers announced that they will open the first bay of the Morganza Spillway at 3pm today to reduce the pressure on the Mississippi River levee system. River levels are just under 44 feet in Baton Rouge today.  All attractions and casinos are open for business.

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Mississippi River Update – Thurs, 5/12/2011

The Mississippi River continues to rise in Louisiana’s capital city.  Today’s levels are just above 43 feet.  As you can see from the photo to the left, or Department of Public Works is being proactive in preparation for high waters.  Low spots in the levee have been sandbagged and two miles of Tiger Dam is [...]

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Mississippi River Update Wed. 5/11/2011

It’s a beautiful day in Baton Rouge.  We took our lunchtime stroll on the levee and snapped a few pics to keep you up to date.  The Mississippi River is near 43 feet this afternoon and is still expected to crest between May 22 and 23 at 47.5 feet.  We are relying on USGS for our [...]

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Battling Perception – Mississippi River Update from Baton Rouge 5/10/11

As national news reports surface referencing flooding in Baton Rouge, we thought it would be best to update you daily here on our blog.  On Monday, May 9th, the Bonnet Carre Spillway was opened to reduce water flow and pressure on the Mississippi River levees in southeast Louisiana.  The city of Baton Rouge is protected [...]

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The Louisiana Highway Safety Commission Announces the “Every Trip Every Time” Program

The Louisiana Highway Safety Commission (LHSC) announces “Every Trip, Every Time,” an inaugural promotion to engage the public in safety belt awareness through music. Entries can be submitted through May 23 for the “Every Trip, Every Time” promotion, which offers an opportunity for motorists to educate their peers about how to stay safe behind the [...]

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