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US initial jobless claims continue to fall
The number of Americans filing for jobless aid fell last week as the labor market remains resilient in the face of the Federal Reserve's...
Should parade organizations be on the hook for cleanup?
A proposal pending for the Louisiana Legislature’s next regular session would require local governments that issue parade permits to make parade organizers provide for litter cleanup.
Where Louisiana ranks on list of best states for Black entrepreneurs
Louisiana is the sixth-best state for Black entrepreneurs, according to an analysis by Merchant Maverick, a comparison website that reviews small business software and services.
OLOL takes operational helm of LSU student health center
Our Lady of the Lake Health officially took over LSU’s student health center today, one year after the hospital system invested $170 million in the university to fund research and redevelop the student health cetner’s operation, according to an LSU announcement.
How Biden’s bid to crack down on junk fees could improve business competition
Companies relying on added fees to boost their revenue may have to change their pricing strategy under a new policy backed by President Joe Biden.
Proposed Lake Charles LNG plant poised to move forward
At least three proposed U.S. liquefied natural gas export plants have likely found enough customers to receive financial approvals this year, according to Reuters,...
Lent an opportunity for restaurants, patrons to try new things
There's no shortage of seafood options available at Baton Rouge restaurants on an everyday basis, but kitchens and patrons alike branch out and try new things during Lent.
MatchPoint Connection partnering with LSU NIL collective
MatchPoint Connection will be the official administrator for Bayou Traditions, which raises funds to provide name, image and likeness endorsements for LSU athletes, the organizations announced today.
Most workers will see their pay rise this year, but by how much?
A lot of U.S. workers will be getting raises this year, according to a recent survey from payroll software company Payscale that found nearly...
Downtown’s dilemma
Demand is there for downtown residential units, yet high land costs are limiting development and deals that are getting done are marketed to higher-end renters to make the numbers work.
How a Baton Rouge props maker brings shows to life
In a show like National Treasure: Edge of History, the characters handle and search for pieces like medallions, journals and mystery boxes to unlock secrets
Beer supply store LA Homebrew shutting off its taps
After nearly a decade in business, local brewery supply store LA Homebrew is closing on Saturday, the business announced this morning on Facebook.
Louisiana faculty members sound the alarm on retirement crisis
Louisiana’s higher education faculty members feel trapped.
In the early days of their teaching careers, professors are asked to make an irrevocable choice about their...
Could four-day workweeks become a thing?
A large majority of U.K. companies participating in a six-month four-day workweek experiment say they would stick with it after seeing sharp drops in...
Could Baton Rouge get its own Fat Tuesday celebration?
Despite New Orleans’ and Acadiana’s unique Fat Tuesday traditions, Baton Rouge’s Carnival celebrations are over by Mardi Gras Day.
Parades in the Red Stick typically...
Whitney Johnson: How to grow when there’s no where to go
Sooner or later we all find ourselves reconciling our career dreams and aspirations with the realities of limiting circumstances.
Pay-per-chew: More restaurants trying subscription programs
Consumers are willing to pay monthly subscription fees for streaming services, pet food and even toilet paper. And now some restaurants are betting they'll do the same for their favorite meals.
La. 70 widening to support industry in Ascension, St. James parishes
State and local officials broke ground last week on the $53.2 million widening of La. 70 from the Sunshine Bridge in St. James Parish to Sorrento in Ascension Parish, The Gonzales Weekly Citizen reports.
Kenny Nguyen: BR is losing arms race for talent
Attracting and retaining talent is a pressing issue for cities throughout the U.S., and Baton Rouge is losing the arms race, writes ThreeSixtyEight CEO...
Louisiana has nation’s sixth-lowest income tax rate
Louisiana's individual income tax rate of 4.25% is the sixth-lowest of the 43 states and District of Columbia that levy individual income taxes, the...
