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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.
Latest News For decades, NFL Sunday Ticket has been a game-day staple for sports bars, restaurants, and hospitality venues across the country. Many operators have built their Sunday business around giving fans a place to watch every out-of-market NFL game, all from a single platform. That long-standing model is about to change. Beginning with the…
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Latest News From THC policies and seasonal economic insights to child labor compliance, restaurant leaders are entering summer with new prospects and new undertenancies. The National Restaurant Association is hosting a three-part webinar series to provide timely insights, practical strategies, and clear guidance on the issues shaping the industry today and tomorrow. Understanding Hemp-Derived THC…
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Latest News When Jeremiah Thomas first stepped into a high school culinary classroom at Istrouma High School in Baton Rouge, he discovered more than a passion for cooking-he found a pathway to a career. Today, the Louisiana ProStart alumnus is pursuing that dream at the New Orleans Culinary & Hospitality Institute (NOCHI), where he recently…
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Latest News The Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) is proud to announce that Fleur du Coeur: A Culinary Tribute, held January 13-19, raised $100,000 for the Greater New Orleans Foundation New Year’s Day Tragedy Fund. The weeklong dining promotion was organized by a group of local restaurateurs and bar owners to support victims, families, and the…
Latest News Businesses that accepted Visa and/or MasterCard payments between January 1, 2004, and January 25, 2019, are eligible to file a claim in a significant antitrust settlement. This includes nonprofits, closed businesses, and those that have declared bankruptcy. The settlement, estimated at $5.5 billion, aims to compensate merchants for alleged overcharges on interchange fees…
Latest News The NRA’s policy team has been hard at work protecting restaurant operators from regulatory and legislative changes that could negatively impact their businesses. By collaborating with industry allies and leveraging the strength of its members, the Association is addressing key challenges in areas such as alcohol regulations, corporate transparency, sodium reduction, and workplace…
Latest News The conversation about eliminating income taxes on tips is back on the table with the reintroduction of the No Tax on Tips Act of 2025. Initially championed by President Trump during his presidency, the bill aims to provide relief to tipped workers by allowing them to keep more of their hard-earned income. Reintroduced…
Latest News We are looking forward to our annual trip to Washington, D.C., April 1-3 to meet with our members of Congress and the Senate. With a new Congress taking office last week and the inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th President on January 20, we expect robust conversations on the priorities of our…
Latest News The tragedy that unfolded on New Year’s Day at 3:15 a.m. left our community shaken. A senseless truck attack on Bourbon Street claimed 14 lives, including Brandon Taylor, a 43-year-old cook at DiMartino’s Restaurant, an LRA member. Our hearts go out to the victims, their families, and the countless individuals affected by this…
Latest News Metairie, LA – The Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) and its Bourbon Street restaurant and bar members affected by the New Year’s Day tragedy will hold Fleur du Coeur: A Culinary Tribute, January 13-19, 2025. Participating restaurants will feature a special dish or drink on their menus, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the Greater New Orleans Foundation…
Latest News January 2, 2025 11:18AM Following yesterday’s tragic events, Governor Landry declared an Emergency Declaration on January 1 to streamline resources between federal, state, and local agencies. Here is what we know regarding reopening of the French Quarter scene: Clean-up efforts at the scene were completed this morning. Vendor access has started by using…
Latest News In the early hours of New Year’s morning, a devastating incident unfolded in the heart of New Orleans. A vehicle drove through three blocks of Bourbon Street in the French Quarter, tragically claiming the lives of 10 individuals and leaving dozens more injured. What should have been a joyous celebration turned into an…
Latest News The January 1, 2025, deadline for beneficial ownership information (BOI) reports under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is back in effect. The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has granted the federal government’s request to lift a previous injunction that had temporarily halted the reporting requirements for small businesses. What This Means for Your…