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Here, you'll find timely updates, industry insights, and exciting announcements about our association and the vibrant restaurant community we serve. Stay informed about upcoming events, important initiatives, and key developments that impact our industry. We’re thrilled to keep you connected and engaged with the latest happenings in the world of hospitality.

Winners Announced: Four Roses Bourbon Global Expedition Cocktail Competition Celebrates Louisiana’s World-Class Bartending Talent

By qwilliams | August 3, 2026 | Comments Off on Winners Announced: Four Roses Bourbon Global Expedition Cocktail Competition Celebrates Louisiana’s World-Class Bartending Talent

Latest News The Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) is pleased to announce the winners of the Four Roses Bourbon Global Expedition Cocktail Competition, held Sunday, July 26, during the 2026 LRA Showcase, themed “Where Louisiana Meets the World.” Presented by Four Roses Bourbon, in partnership with Republic National Distributing Company and produced by the Louisiana Restaurant…

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NFL Sunday Ticket Available on DIRECTV for Business Through New Agreement with EverPass

By qwilliams | August 3, 2026 | Comments Off on NFL Sunday Ticket Available on DIRECTV for Business Through New Agreement with EverPass

Latest News DIRECTV announced a new multi-year agreement with EverPass Media to distribute NFL Sunday Ticket via satellite and streaming to bars, restaurants and commercial venues nationwide through DIRECTV FOR BUSINESS beginning with the 2026 NFL season. Under the agreement, DIRECTV FOR BUSINESS will serve as EverPass’ sales, marketing and commercial distribution partner for NFL…

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URGENT: New Debit Card Surcharge Law Takes Effect August 1

By qwilliams | July 29, 2026 | Comments Off on URGENT: New Debit Card Surcharge Law Takes Effect August 1

Latest News Act 751, which takes effect Saturday, August 1, prohibits a restaurant or any merchant from imposing any surcharge on a transaction processed as a debit card. The Act defines a surcharge as “any additional amount of money” imposed on the customer who uses a debit card and expressly provides that a restaurant or…

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Governor Hosts Press Conference RE: Saltwater Intrusion

By wwaren@lra.org | September 22, 2023 | Comments Off on Governor Hosts Press Conference RE: Saltwater Intrusion

Latest News You may have seen news stories about the saltwater intrusion in the Mississippi River and the impact it may have on the water supply of communities upstream. The LRA Team, along with the Louisiana Dept. of Health (LDH) Engineering Team, is working to prepare members for the impact this could have on our…

MS River Saltwater Wedge Info for New Orleans & Southeastern Area

By wwaren@lra.org | September 20, 2023 | Comments Off on MS River Saltwater Wedge Info for New Orleans & Southeastern Area

Latest News You may have seen news stories about the saltwater intrusion in the Mississippi River and the impact it may have on the water supply of communities upstream. The LRA Team, along with the Louisiana Dept. of Health (LDH) Engineering Team, is working to prepare members for the impact this could have on our…

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