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Roundup: H&E is now Herc / Silicon shake-up / Data center revolution
Under new ownership: H&E Rentals is now officially in the hands of Herc. The deal significantly expands Herc’s national footprint and reinforces its position...
Expecting an inheritance? You might want to rethink that
If you’re banking on an inheritance to help with your future finances, you might be in for a surprise.
As MarketWatch reports, new research shows...
Tariff hikes on steel and aluminum kick in Wednesday
Beginning tomorrow, the U.S. will implement a 50% tariff on imported steel and aluminum, doubling the previous rate.
As Reuters reports, this move―announced by President...
Dixie Landin’ closes after short season
A few weeks after the announcement that Blue Bayou would not open this year, Dixie Landin’ Theme Park announced on social media Monday that...
Market shift: Goodbye cubicles, hello condos
The U.S. office market has reached a major turning point, with more space being demolished or converted than built for the first time in...
Louisiana records show this refinery spilled toxic waste for months
Atlantic Alumina, also known as Atalco, is under investigation after state and federal inspectors documented months-long toxic waste leaks from its Gramercy refinery into...
The Capital Region has a new acting US attorney
President Donald Trump has appointed Ellison Travis as the acting U.S. attorney for the Middle District of Louisiana.
The federal court district encompasses the parishes...
Roundup: Disney’s layoffs / Trucking fee debate / Saudi Arabia’s golf tourney
Let it go: Disney is laying off several hundred employees across its film and TV divisions, affecting marketing, casting and finance. The cuts are...
Modular builders are growing amid disaster recovery boom
As natural disasters displace thousands of homeowners, modular and 3D-printed homebuilders are moving from the margins to the mainstream, The Wall Street Journal writes.
Companies...
Calculating how much your time at work is worth
Most professionals don’t realize how much time really costs them.
Time management coach Elizabeth Grace Saunders lays out a clear case for Fast Company for...
Louisiana’s tax cut plan stalls in the Senate
A sweeping tax reform package aimed at cutting Louisiana’s income and sales taxes has stalled in the Senate and is unlikely to advance before...
Roundup: EU trade / Tariff impact / Manufacturing shrinks
Getting ready: The EU is preparing countermeasures after surprise U.S. steel tariffs disrupted markets and trade talks. While leaders agreed to accelerate negotiations, the...
The importance of making employees feel noticed
Despite companies pouring billions into employee engagement, 70% of workers remain disengaged—and one reason may be that they simply don’t feel seen, Harvard Business...
Roundup: Inflation gauge / John Deere / Bishop Michael Duca
Slowing down: A key U.S. inflation gauge slowed last month as President Donald Trump’s tariffs have yet to noticeably push up prices. Spending by...
Entergy power upgrade targets Ascension Parish growth
Entergy will invest $498 million to support two unnamed industrial users at RiverPlex MegaPark in Ascension Parish, following Louisiana Public Service Commission approval, The...
This bill looks to expand use of campaign funds in Louisiana
Gov. Jeff Landry is backing legislation that would significantly expand how Louisiana politicians can spend campaign funds, including on personal expenses like home mortgages,...
Louisiana unemployment claims are rising
Following national trends, unemployment claims in Louisiana saw significant increases last week.
There were 2,232 initial unemployment claims filed in Louisiana last week, an 11.8%...
Behavioral hospital property in Mid City changes hands
The Seaside Health System of Baton Rouge hospital property on Convention Street in Mid City has new ownership.
New Jersey investment firm The Graph Group...
Roundup: Restaurant reservations / Nonalcoholic beer / Consumer spending
Legislation: Louisiana is poised to ban a growing online industry that profits from buying and selling restaurant reservations. Without debate, the state Senate on...
BREC Commission names an interim superintendent for park system
The BREC Commission unanimously voted to appoint an interim superintendent to replace Corey Wilson.
BREC announced Friday that the Commission selected Janet Simmons as interim...
