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Paul and Michael Mladenka opened Cou-Yon's BBQ in Port Allen in 2009 when nobody thought they'd make it. Seventeen years later, the doubters are eating brisket.
July 20, 2026
GXO Logistics and Spherion Staffing are hiring more than 30 reach truck operators at a fair Tuesday, May 19, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 2850 Sugarhouse Road in Port Allen. Starting pay is $20.50 an hour.
May 18, 2026
Cafe Oasis gets liquor license approval, aims for family-friendly atmosphere BRUSLY — The Brusly Town Council approved a liquor license Monday night for Cafe Oasis, a new restaurant opening in the former Morales Grocery Store building at 947 East Main Street across from the park. Owner Kimberly Paul told the
November 25, 2025
275 direct jobs expected as SNT establishes first U.S. consolidated plant in former Trinity Marine building BRUSLY, La. — South Korea-based SNT Motiv and SNT Energy are investing $59.4 million to establish their first U.S. consolidated manufacturing facility in West Baton Rouge Parish, creating a domestic supply
September 02, 2025
Bottom Line Up Front: Governor Jeff Landry highlighted confirmed improvements in Louisiana's national rankings at Tuesday's West Baton Rouge Chamber event, including a jump from 31st to 18th in economic outlook and from 49th to 32nd in education, while outlining infrastructure financing strategies to business leaders.
August 21, 2025
PORT ALLEN, LA — Rain drummed against the windows of Jack's Place Last Friday evening, but inside, warmth radiated from more than just the kitchen. West Baton Rouge residents packed the establishment shoulder-to-shoulder, eyes fixed on screens showing their own Cou-Yon's barbecue making its
May 16, 2025
