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Since 2009, a core group of dedicated oenophiles have gathered in downtown Baton Rouge to celebrate nothing in particular on Hump Day — other than to enjoy an evening stroll
Downtown business owners expect big crowds from weekend holiday events
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Saturday, July 03 2021
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July 03, 2021 7:19 PM
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BATON ROUGE - Concerts, live music and Fourth of July firework shows are back in downtown Baton Rouge.
After many cancellations last year due to the pandemic, business owners are now looking forward to a much-needed boost in sales.
Fred Taylor owns Poor Boy Lloyd s, and he s banking on crowds to turn out in Downtown Baton Rouge for this weekend s Fourth of July events. The Fourth of July is a big weekend where we ll have a lot of stuff going on down here. It s a big plus, Taylor said. It just means more business to come back in here, and more money will be spent.
Local businessman, owner of Jolie Pearl Oyster Bar passes away
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Monday, March 08 2021
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March 08, 2021 9:47 AM
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BATON ROUGE - The owner of a popular Baton Rouge restaurant has passed away at 38.
According to a post on the Jolie Pearl Oyster Bar s social media account, the community is mourning the loss of local businessman and restaurant owner, Eric Carnegie.
The post, which was on the Jolie Pearl s Facebook page said, It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Eric Carnegie. As a fellow owner / manager of Jolie Pearl and several other downtown establishments, Eric was an influential leader in downtown Baton Rouge and will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Meagan and his entire family during this devastating time.