Louisiana Lifestyle

The Maidstone New Orleans: A Historic Hotel Revamped

News Summary New Orleans has welcomed the rebranded Maidstone New Orleans, formerly known as The Drifter Hotel, following extensive renovations.…

2 months ago

Baton Rouge Introduces Hurricane-Resilient Housing Solutions

News Summary In Baton Rouge, a recent tour at LaHouse highlighted innovative strategies for hurricane-resilient housing. Dr. Carol Friedland led…

2 months ago

New Orleans Tackles Food Waste with Innovative Solutions

News Summary New Orleans is actively combating food waste through collaborative initiatives involving universities, nonprofits, and restaurants. Tulane University has…

2 months ago

Trump Administration Faces Backlash Over Foreign Aid Cuts

News Summary The Trump administration's recent decision to cut nearly 10,000 USAID awards has sparked outrage in Washington D.C., with…

2 months ago

Joan Botts Appointed to Board of Louisiana Travel Association

News Summary Joan Botts, Vice President of Marketing at Paragon Casino Resort, has been appointed to the Board of Directors…

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Menhaden Fishery: A Hidden Economic Gem in Louisiana

News Summary The menhaden fishery in Louisiana, often called pogies, significantly contributes to the state's economy and ecosystem. Once a…

2 months ago

Hyatt Acquires Playa Hotels: What Shareholders Need to Know

News Summary Hyatt Hotels Corp plans to acquire Playa Hotels & Resorts, offering shareholders $13.50 per share. The law firm…

2 months ago

Community Concerns Grow Over Carbon Sequestration in Allen Parish

News Summary Residents in Allen Parish, Louisiana, are expressing serious concerns regarding a proposed carbon sequestration project by Occidental Petroleum's…

2 months ago

Residents of Oberlin Oppose Carbon Capture Projects

News Summary Over 125 residents of Oberlin, Louisiana, gathered for a town hall meeting on February 24, 2025, to voice…

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