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See where Louisiana stands on list of nation’s top hydrogen hubs
Louisiana was named among the nation’s top 10 hydrogen hubs last week as the state gears for several major infrastructure expansions.
Energy companies are scrambling to attract petroleum engineers
Even as oil and gas companies post record profits, the industry is facing a worsening talent drought, The Wall Street Journal reports.
State must work to close funding gap between Southern, LSU, Gov. Edwards says
Gov. John Bel Edwards says more work is needed to close the gap in funding between the state’s two land-grant universities.
How will U.S.S. Kidd’s temporary relocation affect the downtown museum?
The U.S.S. Kidd is expected to be absent from downtown for at least a year as it undergoes repairs too extensive to be completed while docked in Baton Rouge, WBRZ reports.
Economists point to need for child care in easing labor shortages
In a research note about this morning’s jobs report, the chief economist at consulting firm RSM US did something surprising: Instead of talking about...
Baton Rouge independent film about escaping gang violence screens Aug. 19
While Director Scott Sullivan developed the concept, he says he partnered with East Baton Rouge District Attorney Hillar Moore to make it happen. The film will be part of a curriculum Moore’s office will roll out later, possibly early next year.
How better articulating requests can move mountains at work
Even the most effective leaders recognize how much is outside of their control, but one thing we all have agency over is how we communicate with others.
Tiny Abode Interiors is bringing a dose of design to college dorm rooms
The result is Tiny Abode Interiors, a full-service design business catering to college students and their often smaller-than-average living accommodations.
How Gage, other tech providers are incorporating AI into their business model
Gage Telephone Systems, a Baton Rouge-based managed technology service provider, is joining other technology companies in incorporating AI systems into their services, specifically as it relates to detecting potentially malicious activity involving information technology.
Receiver argues Allen Stanford is trying to ‘hijack’ victims’ settlements
Allen Stanford, who has been convicted of leading a multibillion Ponzi scheme that ensnared numerous Baton Rouge investors, is challenging settlements that would allow victims to recoup some of their losses.
US employers added fewer-than-expected 187,000 jobs in July
U.S. employers added 187,000 jobs last month, fewer than expected, as the higher interest rates continued to weigh on the economy. But the unemployment rate dipped to 3.5% in a sign that the job market remains resilient.
All Star Automotive expanding with used car supercenter
All Star Automotive is expanding its operations with the addition of a used car supercenter at the corner of Airline Highway and Coursey Boulevard.
With Franciscan Missionaries CEO retiring next year, health system launches national search
The CEO of the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System, parent company of Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center and the OLOL children’s hospital, plans to retire next June, the system announced today.
US worker productivity rebounds after months of decline
U.S. worker productivity rebounded sharply in the second quarter, helping to curb growth in labor costs and offering another boost to the improving inflation outlook, Reuters reports.
Stalled offshore oil and gas leases threaten coastal parishes, US House panel told
Should the Biden administration continue to stall offshore oil and gas leases it could significantly hurt coastal parishes and oil service companies, Lafourche Parish...
Residents ask state to halt next phase of Air Products’ carbon capture project
Southeast Louisiana residents say Lake Maurepas is one of the last remaining unspoiled waterways in the state, and they’re begging state officials to stop Air Products from building a series of wells and pipelines for its carbon capture project.
Tips for how to develop post-pandemic remote work policies
Before the pandemic, remote work was an experiment some workplaces dabbled with. But when COVID arrived it became a necessity, and many workplaces have...
Adding capacity to La. 30 a top priority, Ascension chief transportation engineer says
The new chief transportation engineer for Ascension Parish brings more than 20 years of experience in the public and private sectors to his new role.
Here’s why you can’t get anything done in the office
Since coming back into the office, many workers are struggling to get back into a productive groove—and there may be a scientific explanation behind...
Weekly applications for US jobless aid tick up from five-month low
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits rose slightly last week but remained at a historically low level that points to a robust job market.
