State unemployment rate holds steady at record low

Louisiana’s unemployment rate remained at a record low in September, unchanged from August’s 3.3%,...

A rebranded The Queen leads a September casino revenue rise

Despite two casinos reporting decreased month-over-month revenue, Baton Rouge casino revenues in September increased by 5.2% from August, according to the state gaming board’s latest report. 

Bernhard Capital’s Environmental Systems Group acquires consulting firm 

Environmental Systems Group, a comprehensive environmental services solutions platform established by Baton Rouge’s Bernhard Capital Partners, is expanding its portfolio with the acquisition of ELOS Environmental, an environmental consulting firm. 

Southern University receives $800K grant for pollution prevention project 

The EPA has awarded the Southern University Ag Center an $800,000 pollution prevention grant to reduce water pollution from industrial facilities.  

Gov. Edwards announces $500 million energy resilience program

Gov. John Bel Edwards announced a $500 million program to establish energy hubs for communities during times of natural disasters. 

This Baton Rouge firm will decommission a nuclear reactor in Alaska

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has awarded Baton Rouge-based environmental solutions firm Aptim...

The LSU AgCenter steps up its game to tackle invasive species

The LSU AgCenter is developing a new center to better understand and control invasive species as they continue to damage both the state’s economy and ecosystem. 

BR Mattress Outlets moves Jefferson store to Highland

BR Mattress Outlet is moving to a new storefront on Highland Road near the Perkins Road intersection. 

CF Industries plans $75 million in upgrades to Donaldsonville facility

CF Industries is investing $75 million into its Donaldsonville Nitrogen Complex. 

Air Products announces fund to benefit Lake Maurepas communities

Air Products will invest $1 million annually in communities bordering Lake Maurepas as part of the Lake Maurepas Community Fund, the company announced today.