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How Ascension schools are building a talent pipeline for regional employers

As Ascension Parish continues to grow, the school system is working to prepare students...

Baton Rouge entrepreneur rebuilds life one loaf at a time

After surviving three heart attacks and open-heart surgery, Baton Rouge entrepreneur Matt Bolton traded...

John Engquist: Louisiana can’t afford to lose its lead

This is a guest column written by John Engquist. The viewpoints expressed are those...

How Baton Rouge retailers are chasing foot traffic

Consumer sentiment is at an all-time low, so Baton Rouge retailers are looking for...

Loren Scott: Louisiana real estate rides growth, but headwinds remain

A mix of steady economic growth and rising uncertainty—”good news and not-so-good news”—is shaping...

Is Louisiana’s labor market holding?

Initial unemployment claims 04/18/26 Continued unemployment claims 04/18/26

Ascension’s next chapter: making sure small business isn’t left behind

In Ascension Parish, the question isn’t whether growth is coming—it’s whether local businesses are...

Louisiana initial jobless claims up sharply from previous week

Initial unemployment claims 04/11/26 Continued unemployment...

Louisiana sees slight drop in initial unemployment claims

Initial unemployment claims 03/21/26 Continued unemployment claims 03/20/26