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NCAA places LSU’s football and men’s basketball programs on probation
The NCAA's Independent Resolution Panel ruled today that LSU’s football and men's basketball programs will be on probation for the next three years for recruiting violations, The Daily Advertiser reports.
Low home supply has US builders stepping up construction despite high interest rates
High interest rates are usually bad news for homebuilders. But right now, they are actually making new homes easy to sell by compounding a shortage of available real estate, The Wall Street Journal reports.
Ochsner Health partnering with MD Anderson for cancer treatment
Ochsner Health and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center will partner to create the Ochsner MD Anderson Cancer Center in south Louisiana, the companies announced today.
Australian firm files notice with state for EV battery materials facility in Ascension
An Australian mining company filed advance notices with the state last week for an electric vehicle battery materials production facility in Ascension Parish.
Father-daughter business team launches distillery in downtown Donaldsonville
Pickle vodka? Greater Baton Rouge’s newest spirits distillery sells boutique vodka, tequila and rum in a variety of interesting flavors from its warehouse-style tasting room and manufacturing facility in downtown Donaldsonville.
Baton Rouge nonprofit launches program to enhance prison-to-workforce pipeline
A Baton Rouge-based nonprofit has received a federal grant to connect soon-to-be-released incarcerated people with potential employers.
The US population is older than it has ever been, posing workforce challenges
The median age in the U.S. reached a record high of 38.9 in 2022, according to data released this morning by the Census Bureau.
US initial jobless claims remain elevated
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits remained elevated last week, potentially another signal that Federal Reserve rate hikes are beginning to cool a surprisingly resilient labor market.
LSU AD Scott Woodward doesn’t want schools to pay student-athletes directly
LSU Athletic Director Scott Woodward sees his role at the university differently from what the average fan might.
“I always tell people that I'm more...
Walk-On’s names a new CEO for the second time this year
Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux has named a new CEO for the second time this year, reports Restaurant Business.
Newest commissioner wants to change how the PSC does business
Commissioner Davante Lewis, however, argues that the PSC should rethink how it approaches the “regulatory compact.”
First look: Former Capitol Grocery reopening this week with new name, menu
Now, the neighborhood grocery is set to reopen Saturday, transformed by proprietor Kristen Guarisco and with a new name—Belli.
C-Innovation expands remote survey operations by adding office in Houma
C-Innovation, an affiliate of Cut Off-based marine transportation solutions provider Edison Chouest Offshore, has expanded its remote survey operations with a new office in...
Baton Rouge tech startup I Hate Receipts lands global partnership
Tech startup I Hate Receipts today announced a partnership with global payment acceptance solutions firm Ingenico, further broadening the Baton Rouge company’s reach.
SBA administrator talks small business lending, disaster preparedness
While it may be harder to qualify for a traditional loan lately, loans backed by the U.S. Small Business Administration are helping to fill the gap, says Ted James, SBA’s administrator for the region that includes Louisiana.
After years of backlogs, the IRS has finally caught up
The IRS has processed tens of millions of tax returns faster this year compared with past years, while getting through on the phone to customer service at the agency is slowly improving, according to a report to Congress released this morning.
Proposed Highland mixed-use community goes before Planning Commission
After being deferred several months, the Planning Commission this afternoon will consider the final development plan for The Village at Magnolia Woods, a proposed mixed-use community off Highland Road.
CounterSpaceBR thriving after opening new location, closing old one
Counterspace Baton Rouge, a from-scratch bakery, has entered new business lines and grown its revenue since opening its current location across from Towne Center on Jefferson Highway a year ago, owner Sarah Joy Hays says.
Why Baton Rouge ranks so high on a list of best-run cities
Baton Rouge ranks No. 18 on a 2023 list of the best-run cities in the U.S., according to an analysis by WalletHub.
Youth soccer tournament expected to pump $20M into Baton Rouge economy
The 2023 U.S. Youth Soccer Southern Regional Championships will take place in Baton Rouge June 23-29,
