There is something about Louisiana Restaurants that is unlike any other around the world. The culture that we offer in Louisiana is unlike any other. We have food, family and classic restaurants welcome to all walks of life. People come from all around to try our melting pot of different, delicious foods. In this article, written by onlyinyourstate.com, 10 classic Louisiana restaurants are featured. Read the informative article to learn why they are so wonderful and why they have never changed.
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The number of public high school students earning college credits rose 12 percent over last year, the state Department of Education announced Thursday. The increase is nearly 167 percent since 2012. The credit is called Advanced Placement (AP) and schools offer AP classes in several different subjects such as Literature, History and Psychology. Advanced Placement allows students to earn credits in 38 subjects. They do so by taking a rigorous class in high school and then a national exam. Scores from range from 1 to 5. A score of at least 3 means students can earn credit at any college in Louisiana and many nationwide. The state launched a push in 2011 to increase the number of students earning AP credit. Those who do so boost their chances for getting a state scholarship that pays for most college tuition, called the Taylor Opportunity Program for Students. Schools achieving high levels of AP courses and tests get a boost in annual rankings.
Louisiana has long ranked among the lowest in the nation for students who qualify and in 2017 it finished next to last with a total of 8.5 percent of high school students got AP credit. The national average was 22.8 percent. Massachusetts was the top ranker in the nation for the second consecutive year at 32.1 percent. A total of 7,330 students in Louisiana earned the credit this year compared to 6,519 last year. Among the school districts showing notable gains was West Feliciana, where students earning qualifying scores rose 15 percent over last year. Scores for black students rose nearly 13 percent, to 884 students, including 156 more in the East Baton Rouge Parish School District. Dutchtown High School in Ascension Parish led the state in one-year growth 328 students, up 69 percent and up 57 percent for the district. Students can also get costs of the test reimbursed by the state.
Not only are these courses helping students earn college credits but they are also saving them money. A report says students and families save $310 for each college credit earned in high school but once adding in the cost of books and other course-related fees, that amount could be significantly more. Not to mention student loan interest that student won’t be paying later, essentially saving them from large amount of debt. Check out this site for more information on Advanced Placement courses.
School may be amping up but it’s never too early to plan your Fall/Winter vacation especially if Breckenridge, CO has been on your mind, Many in Louisiana take advantage of the cheaper flight rates and head out to the Denver/Breckenridge area. Its gorgeous winter views are like nothing we ever get here in Louisiana, the crunchy laid-back vibe is magnetizing, and the list of things to do is endless. We’ve narrowed down the list to a few must-dos that you could check off in a long weekend.
1) DOWNTOWN
Downtown Breckenridge, a postcard-pretty National Historic District, is best seen on foot. Start your tour at the open plaza at the corner of South Main Street and East Washington Avenue, and walk along the Blue River, a winding riparian corridor where the valley’s mining industry once flourished. When your feet tire, join the modern-day ski bums in cardigans who are reading Kerouac and playing board games by the fireplaces at the Crown Cafe and Tavern.
2) TRUFFLE CHIPS
There are loads of New American restaurants with moody lighting and rustic-modern décor. At Relish you can go casual and snack on potato chips with truffles, or formal in the white-linen dining room. The menu changes with the seasons, but any of the locally sourced buffalo, lamb or trout is a safe bet.
3) THEATER
At the center of Breck’s upstart Arts District along Ridge Street is the Breckenridge Theatre, a 100-seat nonprofit theater. The theater produces about a half-dozen contemporary plays each year, as well as the occasional “Othello” and other classics. Come early to peruse the lobby, which has rotating exhibitions by local artists.
4) BREAKFAST JOINT
Early in the morning you’ll see local skiers heading uphill. What’s the rush? As the alpenglow illuminates the Continental Divide, grab a leisurely breakfast at Daylight Donuts, a traditional diner you can fuel up on the Daylight Special — two eggs and bacon or sausage on a plate-sized pancake.
9) NIGHT LIFE
Start ar Sherpa & Yeti’s, a basement club that’s known as much for the bands who have played there such as North Mississippi Allstars and DJ Logic. Afterward, with ears still ringing, swing through the doors of the Gold Pan Saloon and Restaurant, it’s open till 2 a.m.
10) FUEL UP
Stop by Helen’s Coffee Cart for a cup of strong java and a canister of flavored oxygen starting at $8. We heard the Pink Grapefruit flavor is delish.
11) GET GOING!
Breckenridge may be known for its ample snow and giant half pipes, but it also has more than 30 miles of cross-country trails, plus an additional 25 trails in the surrounding White River National Forest. The Beaver Meadows trail offers a 2.2-mile intermediate loop around Cucumber Gulch, a wetland where the resort built “toad condos” for the endangered boreal toads. Just watch out for the ill-tempered moose said to linger near the base of Peak 7. Equipment and trail maps are available at the Breckenridge Nordic Center. Or, if you’re feeling lazy, let a pack of Siberian huskies do the work. Good Times Adventures hour long dogsled tours along the Swan River for $65.
Now that school is back in session its time to load up on quick and easy back to school snacks. It’s easy to tell when school is back in gear. We see the first day pics of smiling kiddos on our social media feeds, we pause for the yellow school buses as they pick up and drop off, the school supply section in stores have turned into almost-empty boxes, and the traffic……well, to say it picks up is an understatement.
If you are a busy parent trying to juggle it all, the following is just for you! Here are 10 snack ideas to make your life easier and your little ones healthier. Click here for the full recipes and for more snack ideas.
Mini Zucchini Pizzas: This snack is sure to satisfy your family’s pizza craving but is much better for you- and your kids will love the miniature size!
Double-Berry Quick Bread: This easy bread is perfect for those mornings when you don’t have time to sit and eat breakfast at the table. Grab it to go and eat it in the car!
Homemade Peanut Butter: What household with young kids DOESN’T go through a ton of peanut butter? Did you know it’s pretty simple to make yourself? It’s tastier, cheaper, and you know exactly what’s in it!
Berry Smoothie Bowl: Your kids will think you’re the best because they’ll think they are getting dessert. What they don’t know won’t hurt them! This smoothie bowl is chock full of fruits, nuts and nutrients and is super versatile- add whatever your kids like or whatever is in season!
Cheesy Cauliflower Bread Sticks: You’ve been living under a rock if you haven’t heard of the recent cauliflower trend. Replace your bread with cauliflower and cover it with cheese- what kid would deny it?! Serve with a side of marinara for dipping and you’ve got yourself a winning snack full of veggies!
Orange Berry Yogurt Muffins: These are the perfect snack to make ahead of time and a go-to for many meal preppers because they freeze and reheat beautifully. Have them for breakfast or an after school snack!
Elvis Banana Bread: Most people always have bananas on hand yet rarely eat them all before they get too ripe. Here is the perfect (and most delicious) solution for that problem!
Mango Guacamole: This tropical twist on your standard guacamole your family will love because of the added sweetness.
Chicken Bacon Roll Ups: Another way to resourcefully use leftovers- roll them up in a tortilla and cut them up in bite sized pieces! These would be great in your kids’ lunch boxes as well.
Asian Wraps: Skip ordering out- grab some rice paper next time you’re out and make fresh spring rolls yourself! You could follow a recipe or make them sweep-the-kitchen-style by adding whatever veggies you have on hand and need to get rid of.
According to an article written by mississippiriverdelta.org, the Caillou Lake Headlands Restoration Project is currently Louisiana’s largest complemented coastal restoration project. At a cost of approximately $118 million, funded through the Deepwater Horizon oil spill settlement, contractors pumped about 11.8 million cubic yards of sediment (enough sand to fill the Superdome three times) from Ship Shoal, a remnant barrier island on the floor of the Gulf of Mexico, onto Caillou Lake Headlands to create 1,000 acres. This project now stands as the largest restoration project ever completed in Louisiana, surpassing the Caminada Headland project completed in 2017. This restoration project builds upon a string of barrier island projects in the region, protecting vast coastal wetlands in the Terrebonne and Lafourche parishes.
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This biggest complaint regarding air travel is the delicate and time-consuming trek through security which is why we want to share this simple travel hack. It’s stressful and annoying and frankly, seems unfair that something outside of your control could affect your travel so much. During just one week in March, nearly 6,800 American Airline passengers missed their flights due to these checkpoints alone. We have found the best way to SIGNIFICANTLY cut down the time it takes you to get through. Anyone can take advantage of this hack but if you are an avid traveler for business or pleasure, you especially need to read on.
We found that the rate of people who are signing up for TSA Precheck by IdentoGO is quickly rising as the word spreads. With TSA Precheck, trusted travelers can leave their shoes, belts, and jackets on, and keep their liquids and laptops in their bag as it gets scanned. It eliminates the stress, and the hassle and makes the process much faster, too. This past April, 92% of travelers with TSA Precheck waited less than 5 minutes. FIVE MINUTES! That’s a lot less than the regular line and surely prevented several missed flights.
The best part is that TSA Precheck lasts 5 full years, but it only takes about 15 minutes to get signed up. All you have to do is fill out a form online to start your application, and visit an office near you to give your fingerprints. No need to go all the way to the airport—unless you live near one and it’s more convenient for you. It only costs $85 for 5 full years. That’s only $17 a year! And if you have kids under 12, they’re free. Fast, convenient, and affordable, it’s the easiest travel hack out there yet many don’t take advantage of it. Do yourself a favor and sign up today!
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