Status hearing set in Aztek Cove developer’s suit against New Rising Sun Baptist Church 

A status conference regarding developer Nitin Kamath’s civil suit against New Rising Sun Baptist Church has been scheduled for Feb. 5 at 9 a.m....

Will demand for oil plateau this decade? 

Some industry leaders say it’s possible that growing climate change concerns could lead to flattening oil demand in this decade. That’s as alternative energy...

Roundup: Trophy photos / Coaches’ bonuses / Small business optimism 

On display: Want to take a photo with the National Championship Trophy? The trophy will be available for fans to take photos with at...

Tax tips for small businesses in 2020 

We’re two years into tax reforms made under the Tax Cut and Jobs Act of 2017, but there’s more clarity now than ever on...

The job interview process that’s being compared to the ‘Hunger Games’

Traditionally, interviewees put a lot of energy into standing out from other job candidates. They update their resumes, try to crack jokes to connect...

Shopping center near Walmart in Central sold for $2.7 million to local investor

An outparcel shopping center near the Walmart in Central, off Sullivan Road, has been sold to a Baton Rouge investor for $2.7 million. Bi Jiang...

Leadership expert Jon Gordon sees important lessons in LSU championship season

His clients have included some of Louisiana’s biggest sports rivals—The Atlanta Falcons and Clemson Tigers—but best-selling author Jon Gordon is crossing the centerline to...

With contract finalized, Bridge Center site to be announced by end of January

The Bridge Center has finalized its contract with RI International, but it’s still a couple of weeks away from selecting a location for the...

Could LSU’s win bring more film production to Baton Rouge?

The exposure LSU’s win over Clemson in the national championship game generated for the city and state could help attract TV and movie producers...

Roundup: Bar association ruling / Consumer price index / Wine consumption 

Mandatory membership: A claim that Louisiana lawyers are unconstitutionally required to join and pay dues to the state bar association was rejected Monday by...

Alford: The continued quest for independence

If the Louisiana House of Representatives has taught us anything over the past four years it’s that independence can take on many forms, writes...

Indianapolis firm acquires Louisiana’s Bercen Chemicals

Indianapolis-based Vertellus has acquired Denham Springs-based Bercen Chemicals, a leading U.S. supplier of alkyl succinic anhydrides and additives used in the fuel, lubricant, and...

Baton Rouge toy company sponsors animal adoption project 

Will Barrios, the founder of Baton Rouge-based toy company Tatro, is using its business to help Companion Animal Alliance.  This week, Barrios is launching the...

Trip of the Week, sponsored by Baton Rouge Metro Airport: Little known wonders from...

After flying nonstop from BTR to Charlotte, Atlanta, Dallas or Houston, it’s a short hop to some of New York’s overlooked underground sensations. A...

Commercial Property of the Week, sponsored by Elifin Realty: Highly visible retail suites on...

Two suites are available in this exceptionally well-located shopping center on highly trafficked Florida Boulevard. The suites are 18,000 and 13,000 square feet, and...

Metro Council to consider new North Gate bar, 72-acre subdivision

The Metro Council later this week will consider approving plans for a potential new bar to open in the former Chimes Textbook Exchange at...

Roundup: Empire State Building / US rig count drops / Labor Department 

City lights: Purple and gold could shine out over New York City tonight, depending on the outcome of the LSU game as the Empire...

‘Business Report’s commemorative LSU issue  

It feels like a lifetime since the LSU Tigers kicked off their 2019 season in August against Georgia Southern. But if the 55-3 win...

Louisiana House, Senate elect new leaders as term begins 

The Louisiana House elected Republican Clay Schexnayder to be its new House speaker Monday, spurning the lawmaker favored by Attorney General Jeff Landry and...

Ball: A peek ahead at what this year may hold 

As we baby step our way into this third decade of the 21st century one can only wonder: Can the lunacy get any crazier? Of...