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Ochsner moving ahead with senior-focused clinic in former Pearson’s space
Ochnser is moving forward with plans to open a senior-focused clinic in the former Pearson’s Luggage and Gifts on Jefferson Highway, and filed a $2.2 million permit on Thursday for renovations.
PSC puts off decisions about grid resiliency review
The Louisiana Public Service Commission has deferred until next month Commissioner Craig Greene’s proposals to hire consultants for a comprehensive review of the power grid’s resiliency.Â
Six PPP fraud investigations underway in Baton RougeÂ
U.S. Attorney Ronald Gathe says his office is currently prosecuting six additional cases of alleged fraud in the Baton Rouge area connected to the...
So what’s going on with Biden’s vaccine mandates?Â
More than half the states, including Louisiana, are pursuing renewed legal challenges against a requirement from President Joe Biden's administration for millions of health care workers across the U.S. to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
As weddings surge, venues and vendors deal with supply shortages
Postponed weddings from the past two years have led to a record number of weddings scheduled for this year, leaving wedding service providers to deal with supply chain challenges.
Baton Rouge companies lose out to New York firm on University Lakes ProjectÂ
Niagara Falls, New York-based Sevenson Environmental Services Inc. has been awarded a construction contract for the University Lakes Project, beating out two Baton Rouge firms for the job. Â
Bryan Greenwood named state director for Louisiana Small Business Development Center
LSU, the new host organization for the Louisiana Small Business Development Center, has hired Bryan Greenwood as state director of the center, LSU announced...
EATEL rebranding under REV parent company name
EATEL, RTC and Vision Communications are being rebranded as REV, taking on the name of their parent company.
Roundup: Roof deadline / Mortgage rates / Rental carsÂ
Last chance: Homeowners have until tomorrow, Feb. 25, to tell their nsurance company about any damage around their home caused by Hurricane Ida. Louisiana...
TOPS qualifiers down after hurricanes and COVID
The number of Louisiana high school graduates in the class of 2021 who qualified for the state’s free college tuition program hit a five-year...
First four days of mobile sports betting in Louisiana sees nearly $40.5M in bets
The first available report on mobile sports betting in Louisiana shows the online platform took in nearly $40.5 million in bets in the first four days, compared with nearly $50 million for a full month of retail, or in-person betting, The Center Square reports.Â
More companies increasing frequency of pay raises Â
The demand for U.S. workers has led some manufacturers, technology firms and other employers to ditch the annual raise and switch to more frequent...
PSC approves Entergy’s 15-year, $10-a-month surcharge
Louisiana's 1 million Entergy customers will pay $3.2 billion to cover the repair costs for five storms during 2020 and 2021 after the Public...
Could Bill Cassidy be governor? Pollster says he’d be strongest candidate
Republican U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy would be the most formidable candidate if he decided to run for governor next year, pollster Ron Faucheux says.Â
All Star Automotive building new Hyundai dealership on Airline Highway
All Star Automotive is building a new All Star Hyundai dealership on Airline Highway to replace its current one on Airline near Coursey Boulevard.
Baton Rouge riverboat casino revenues down in January from December
Louisiana riverboat casino revenues were lower in January than December but still higher than in January 2021, according to data released today by the Louisiana Gaming Control Board.
Amedisys announces deals with North Carolina, Washington firms
Baton Rouge-based Amedisys today announced the acquisition of new assets in North Carolina and a partnership with a Washington health system.Â
Reasons for working from home are shifting from pandemic
Nearly two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, 59% of U.S. workers who say their jobs can mainly be done from home are working from home all or most of the time, according to a recent report from Pew Research Center.Â
Bread Zeppelin looking to expand into Baton Rouge
Fast-casual restaurant brand Bread Zeppelin wants to expand its franchine into the Baton Rouge area, the brand announced Tuesday.
What to consider before investing in additional training at your business
The go-to response for organizational issues in most businesses is typically some form of reactionary training. The mantra goes like this: Design the training. Deliver it. Move on.
