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Louisiana moves closer to having a statewide energy efficiency program
Louisiana is on the verge of becoming one of a select few states with a statewide program that will regulate and facilitate energy efficiency...
This local jewelry brand is expanding with a new production facility
Mimosa Handcrafted, a Baton Rouge-based handcrafted jewelry brand, has expanded its footprint with a new production space in the Baton Rouge Industriplex business park.
The...
Audit finds Louisiana state government entities growing in number
Despite calls from some circles for smaller government, Louisiana added eight new boards, commissions and other state-created oversight entities since the previous fiscal year,...
Roundup: Fed rate cut / Dollar store expansions / Mortgage demand
Today is the day: The Federal Reserve on Wednesday will lower interest rates for the first time in more than four years as the...
What a potential strike by dockworkers would mean for the US economy
Determined to thwart the automating of their jobs, about 45,000 dockworkers along the U.S. East and Gulf coasts are threatening to strike on Oct....
Vacant land in Ascension Commerce Center sells for $1.65M
A pair of local investors purchased five vacant lots totaling nearly seven acres in the Ascension Commerce Center, according to a deal filed Monday...
Roundup: Steelmakers / Louisiana teachers / FDIC rules
Expect a drop: U.S. steelmakers are projecting lower quarterly profits as automotive companies and equipment manufacturers dial down production. Higher interest rates, rising operating...
The world’s largest renewable natural gas production plant is coming to Louisiana
Woodland Biofuels Inc. is planning a $1.35 billion investment at the Port of South Louisiana to establish one of the world’s largest renewable biofuels...
How to respond to a break-in as a small business owner
Break-ins and thefts can happen at any small business, no matter how tight the security.
In the retail sector alone, more than half of small...
How women are faring when it comes to gaining early career promotions
While women hold more top jobs in companies than in the past, they are still lagging behind men on crucial early promotions into management,...
Metro Council set to adopt these new tax rates at Wednesday’s meeting
The Baton Rouge Metro Council will adopt the 2024 adjusted and increased tax millage rates during a public hearing at its meeting Wednesday evening.
The...
Roundup: Major disaster declaration / New Orleans Pelicans / AT&T workers
Francine aftermath: President Joe Biden has issued a major disaster declaration in Louisiana following Hurricane Francine, unlocking federal help for affected individuals and business...
What the latest data is showing about US retail sales
Americans spent a bit more at retailers last month, providing a small boost to the economy just as the Federal Reserve considers how much...
Roundup: PAR Louisiana / Amazon / Cancer breakthrough?
Seeking feedback: The Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana is working on its research agenda for next year and is soliciting feedback from Louisiana...
The strategy behind BP’s plan to sell its US onshore wind energy division
BP plans to sell its U.S. onshore wind energy division in an effort to simplify its business and focus on its solar operation, The...
How LSU is helping the Navy and Marines transform their maritime operations
A team of LSU researchers has been tapped to help the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps move beyond relying on a few large vessels,...
Meet the new CEO of Walk-On’s
Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux has named a new CEO—its third in less than two years.
Chris Porcelli, who joined Walk-On’s as the company's chief financial officer...
St. George is creating a ‘different governing structure’
Interim Mayor Dustin Yates says the St. George government has adopted most of its ordinances and appointed a planning and zoning commission, board of...
FranU’s new professional development center has its first executive director
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University has appointed Laurinda Calongne as the inaugural executive director of the Franciscan Center for Professional Development.
The newly established...
How AI is helping to fuel demand for natural gas-fired power
Energy companies are planning new natural gas-fired power generation at the fastest pace in years, a signal that fossil fuels are likely to have...
