Chicken Shack

Spotlight On: Chicken Shack #6

A staple in Baton Rouge for over 80 years,  our Pelican Partner, Chicken Shack is known for “Specializing in ‘Knuckle Suckin’ Good’ Fried Chicken,” creamy red beans and rice, well-seasoned seafood, and delicious pies and cakes. As one of Pelican’s Business Development Representatives, I recently had the pleasure of working directly with Chicken Shack on a local event we put on …

Louisiana Festivals

Unique Louisiana Festivals Across the State

The Pelican State is rich with culture and promise. Louisiana festivals pack each year with fun and special celebrations. There’s always something interesting to do when you’re in Louisiana. Here are a few of our favorite Louisiana food festivals and celebrations of the Louisiana lifestyle. Louisiana Fur & Wildlife Festival The Louisiana Fur & Wildlife Festival is held in early …

Bonnie and Clyde

History of Bonnie and Clyde Gas Station in Gibsland, Louisiana

In downtown Gibsland, Louisiana, on 1st Street—right near City Hall—sits a small abandoned gas station. A concrete porte-cochère (which is a grand doorway to a building or courtyard) features three old gas pumps with long-gone prices. A small store area and garage stand silent in the background. A plaque pinpoints where a pay phone used to hang. That plaque represents …

Louisiana State Bird

History of Louisiana’s State Bird: The Brown Pelican

With over 7,700 miles of shoreline, it’s no surprise that a seabird was chosen as Louisiana’s state bird. We’ve celebrated the brown pelican as our state bird since July 27, 1966. Louisiana’s even known as the Pelican State. Our brown pelicans are both majestic and distinctive, and Louisiana’s state bird is beloved by many for so many reasons. Louisiana’s State …

Right and Wrong Ways to Use a Credit Card

Right and Wrong Ways to Use a Credit Card

A credit card is a powerful financial tool that is easily available to most people. When used properly, they can help build your credit score, while also offering the convenience of making purchases online or in just about any store. However, if used improperly, a credit card can cause you serious problems. These include overspending, amassing large debts, and hurting …