Former OLOL CEO Scott Wester in running for Florida hospital job 

Former president and CEO of Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center Scott Wester is in the running to become president and CEO of South Broward Hospital just north of Miami, according to The Chattanoogan. 

Do calorie counts affect how much customers order at restaurants? 

The idea was that giving consumers additional information would help curb rising obesity rates. But does it actually change how much people eat?  

News alert: Attracting talent, diversifying economy key to BRAC’s five-year strategic plan 

The Baton Rouge Area Chamber today released its new five-year strategic plan, Bring It! Baton Rouge, which focuses on growing the region’s talent pipeline, diversifying the economy, increasing inclusivity and enhancing the area’s livability to help attract and retain people. 

Transformyx acquired by Atlanta-based company 

Baton Rouge-based technology infrastructure and managed services company Transformyx today announced it has been acquired by Atlanta-based Lockstep Technology Group. 

Jefferson Highway garden office building sells for $1.2M

Building 1 in Goodwood Office Park on Jefferson Highway sold for $1.2 million, or $285 per square foo

Mockler Beverage expands, acquires Houma’s Buquet Distributing 

Baton Rouge-based alcohol distributor Mockler Beverage Co. today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Houma-based Buquet Distributing Co. for an undisclosed price. 

Adams and Reese acquires Tampa law firm, expands construction practice 

Through the deal, Adams and Reese’s current roster of construction attorneys will grow from 58 to 75, making it one of the largest construction practices in the country, the law firm says in its announcement.   

Audit gives Louisiana good marks on election integrity

A review of Louisiana’s election processes and procedures found that state officials largely follow practices to ensure the integrity of outcomes when voters head to the polls. 

Renewable diesel plant advances to next stage in development process

Strategic Biofuels has cleared a significant hurdle in the development of its $700 million Louisiana Green Fuels renewable diesel plant near the Caldwell Parish seat of Columbia.  

Walk-On’s signs multi-restaurant deal with Clemson coach Dabo Swinney 

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux today announced it has signed a multi-restaurant development agreement with Clemson head football coach Dabo Swinney.Â