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Seeking economic diversification
Though the industrial sector will continue powering the Capital Region economy, there are promising opportunities in the health care and research technology markets.
Mary Bird Perkins transitioning to new CEO with Todd Stevens stepping away
Longtime Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center CEO Todd Stevens will step down to be replaced by the current COO in January, officials announced today.Â
US initial jobless claims rise slightly from week beforeÂ
The number of Americans filing for jobless benefits rose slightly last week with the Federal Reserve pushing hard to cool the economy and tamp down inflation.
Steve Jobs’ best tip for success: ‘Make a lot of mistakes’Â
In the interview, Jobs argued that the key to his success wasn't a superior design sense, or any other gift, Inc. reports.Â
Treasury has spent more than $8B on program aimed at helping small businessÂ
Roughly $8.28 billion in relief funds have been disbursed to 162 community financial institutions across the country, through Treasury’s Emergency Capital Investment Program, officials said Wednesday.
Essay: Corporate social responsibility can help attract new talentÂ
For Business Report’s 40th anniversary edition, we asked nine community leaders and young professionals how Baton Rouge can fulfill its potential as an economically...
Fed attacks inflation with another big rate hike, with more to follow
Intensifying its fight against high inflation, the Federal Reserve raised its key interest rate today by a substantial three-quarters of a point for a third straight time and signaled more large rate hikes to come
Essay: Building a better Baton Rouge begins with addressing climate risksÂ
For Business Report’s 40th anniversary edition, we asked nine community leaders and young professionals how Baton Rouge can fulfill its potential as an economically...
Hunting and fishing booking app Mallard Bay closes $1.8M funding round
Mallard Bay, an online marketplace for booking hunting and fishing trips, today announced the closing of its $1.8 million funding round led mostly by...
Tiger Stadium adds new Creole, Cajun options to vending lineupÂ
The LSU faithful may have noticed that concessions look a lot different this year in Tiger Stadium, with an expanded group of local caterers and vendors.
Mayor, BRAC, VBR team up on recruiting talent and tourists
Mayor Sharon Weston Broome, in partnership with the Baton Rouge Area Chamber and Visit Baton Rouge, is proposing the use of $1.8 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds for economic development and tourism in East Baton Rouge Parish, according to a recent announcement from Broome’s office.Â
Capital Region plant managers expect steady spending, hiring this year
Plant managers around the region expect production, capital spending and employment to remain mostly steady over the next six months.
Metro Council considering $2.3M in River Center improvements
Mayor Sharon Weston Broome is asking the East Baton Rouge Parish Metro Council to appropriate $2.3 million for upgrades to the Raising Cane’s River Center.Â
More than 10% of Louisianans eligible for student debt reliefÂ
In all, 40% of all Louisiana adults who attended college are eligible for relief and 13% of the state's total population is eligible, USA Today Network reports.Â
Foodies finding more diverse options
From expanding cuisine choices to how we ‘dine out,’ there are some major shifts in the Baton Rouge dining market.
Fostering work friendships is key to employee engagement and successÂ
Having a "best friend" at work contributes to a thriving employee experience and to improved communication, commitment, and other positive outcomes among the workforce, Gallup reports.
Socioeconomic status can impact remote worker productivityÂ
A recently published LSU study found that, when it comes to working from home, workers who are able to afford better equipped and comfortable work-from-home spaces are more productive.Â
Roundup: OLOL donation / Louisiana air pollution / FTC investigation Â
Children’s health: Our Lady of the Lake Foundation recently received a $150,000 contribution from BASF to expand services at Our Lady of the Lake...
Environmental group urges EPA to deny permit for $740M Iberville gas plant
The Sierra Club is urging the federal government to deny an air permit for Magnolia Power’s proposed plant in Iberville Parish.Â
Louisiana nursing home owners push back on proposed regulations
Nursing home owners are pushing back on proposed changes to state regulations governing their emergency operations.
