The fixed-price menus contain options for three-course meals. From a burger deal at Burgersmith for $12 to a fine dining choice at Stroube's for $55, the slate includes a variety of price points and cuisines. New participants include Nino's, Hannah Q Smokehouse and Brasserie Byronz.

Local restaurants and grocery stores are gradually resuming normal hours, but residents are encouraged to check social media pages for updated schedules.

Meteorologist Ashley Renee has your 8:15 am forecast. Good morning everyone and happy Friday! We’ve made it to the end of a bitterly cold week. The week began with very cold weather and breezy conditions.

Friday will see a high near 49 degrees and a low of around 28 in Baton Rouge, the National Weather Service said. Next week, though, the highs will be in the 60s range, with lows in the 50s. Showers are expected,