Here’s when Baton Rouge’s mayoral candidates will debate

Editor's Note: This article has been updated since its original publication. With the Baton Rouge mayoral race in full swing, voters will soon have the opportunity to hear directly from the candidates vying for the...

The Godfather of Growth: Charles Landry is on a relentless mission to build a...

At precisely 3:44 each morning, Charles Landry rises out of bed to begin his daily ritual of reading five newspapers on his iPad. Though 70, he has little time for sleep—he’s too busy pursuing his...

A concern for employee well-being is driving H&E Rentals’ commitment to awareness and resources

Traditionally, U.S. corporate culture has prioritized professionalism and productivity over mental health and work-life balance. Since COVID-19 and the Great Resignation in 2021, the standard is shifting. Mental health is now a central topic...

Louisiana’s fortified roof grant program is now a lottery

While previous rounds of Louisiana Fortify Homes Program grants have operated on a first-come, first-served basis, future rounds will use a lottery system to select grant recipients. Through the LFHP, eligible homeowners can receive $10,000...

LSU quarterback signs major NIL deal before the 2024 season

LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier has landed a partnership with Powerade, Sports Illustrated reports. Before the 2024 college football season, Powerade signed NIL deals with Nussmeier as well as Georgia quarterback Carson Beck, USC wide receiver...

How local industry leaders feel about the future

The Greater Baton Rouge Industry Alliance’s newly released Q3 economic outlook survey shows that the association’s members expect capital spending, hiring and production to increase, though some are concerned that the region’s skilled craft...

New Blue Cross CEO talks prospects of future sale, staying competitive

Much has changed at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana. In February, Blue Cross withdrew a plan of reorganization and sale to for-profit, out-of-state Elevance Health for a second time amid pushback from lawmakers,...

From local icons to regional powerhouses, Capital Region restaurant groups are on the rise

From a corner table inside his trendy concept SoLou, Peter Sclafani describes the Perkins Road restaurant’s ascent as a hip-but-accessible spot whose décor, menu and cocktails appeal to female diners. Opened in 2021, SoLou showed...

‘LaPolitics’: Landry is on a record pace issuing executive orders

Gov. Jeff Landry issued 138 executive orders during his first eight months in office, which...

‘LaPolitics’: Louisiana has 10 new parish clerks

Ten brand-new clerks of court took office in Louisiana this year, which follows the 11...

‘LaPolitics’: Louisiana Dems to double congressional footprint

Before heading to the floor during the first few days of the Democratic National Convention...

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Baton Rouge residential market
As the wait goes on for the Federal Reserve to announce interest rate cuts, the area housing market continues to experience a decline in pending sales and new listings, according to the latest report from the Greater Baton Rouge Association of Realtors. The Fed is expected to announce a cut...

What’s on the horizon for Louisiana’s energy industry? Register for the free exclusive outlook webcast

Louisiana’s energy industry is in the midst of a fundamental transformation. The Louisiana Energy Outlook, presented by 10/12 Industry Report and Baton Rouge Business Report, will explore emerging...

Brad Barber shares H&E’s approach to executive and employee mental health in the September episode of Strictly Business

Mental health is linked to business outcomes, such as productivity, absenteeism, and employee retention, prompting a growing number of businesses to invest in mental...

Get tickets for the 2024 Louisiana Business Symposium Top 100 Private Companies celebration

Join Business Report in honoring the 2024 Top 100 Private Companies in the Capital Region. The Louisiana Business Symposium is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 1, at...

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