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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.
Where to get Mardi Gras treats in Baton Rouge
With one week left until Fat Tuesday, now’s the time to get your king cake fix before the season is over.
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Fed survey shows small businesses still struggling
Small businesses continue to struggle financially and many are facing greater challenges with managing supply chain issues and hiring enough workers, according to a...
Louisiana’s chemical industry could benefit from Ukraine crisis
Energy shocks related to the Ukraine crisis could have an upside for Louisiana's petrochemical industry, though businesses and other consumers may pay more for gasoline and electricity, says David Dismukes, who directs the LSU Center for Energy Studies.
Pandemic teaching LSU economics students, professors a thing or two
The unusual economy brought about by the pandemic is creating a greater interest in economics among students at LSU and other schools around the country and providing professors with lots of fresh teaching material.
Bernhard continues expansion with ETC Group acquisition
Bernhard, the largest privately owned energy-as-a-service company in the nation, has completed its acquisition of ETC Group, the companies announced today.
Rising king cake prices not deterring customers
Add king cakes to the list of items that are more expensive due to inflation and supply chain issues this year.
Audit reveals rampant bullying, unfair pay at Louisiana Housing Corporation
Bullying, favoritism, unfair pay and lack of accountability have been rampant at the Louisiana Housing Corporation, according to an audit of the agency, which...
Site work for I-10 widening slated for next month start
Shovels will be in the ground by the end of next month as the state begins to widen Interstate 10 from La. 415 to the I-10/I-12 split, says Shawn Wilson, secretary of the state Department of Transportation and Development.
Baton Rouge gun stores, hunters still facing ammunition shortage
But finding ammunition to purchase has been an ongoing issue since the pandemic began and has yet to improve, WAFB-TV reports.
Small businesses bearing brunt of supply chain issues, inflation
Small businesses are bearing the brunt of supply chain pressures and rising prices, with many tapping their cash reserves or taking on debt just...
PSC set to vote on Entergy’s 15-year surcharge on customers to rebuild grid
North Louisiana Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell is planning to vote against a 15-year surcharge on all Entergy customers
How an LSU gymnastics floor routine comes together
The floor, Griffeth says, is a time when athletes are looking at the crowd, and eliciting enthusiasm—and energy—from both spectators and their fellow teammates.
Lumber costs rising again, further driving up new home prices
Rising lumber prices are affecting builders and homebuyers, making already expensive homes even more pricey.
State board considers tax break for $313.7M project in Iberville
The Louisiana Board of Commerce and Industry on Wednesday will take up an estimated $8.8 million in payroll tax benefits and sales tax rebates for SNF Holding Company’s expansion of its polymer production plant near Plaquemine.
2022 is proving harder to run a company than 2020
This year will be an even harder year to run a business than 2020, when the pandemic first hit the workforce.
LSU professor working on ways to develop smarter power grid
Just one year ago this month, the Southern U.S. suffered a hard freeze, leaving millions of people in Texas and Louisiana without power while also causing flooding to homes from busted pipes.
Southern University aims for enrollment surge through new master plan
It’s a blueprint for a future version of the historically Black university, with a more pedestrian-friendly landscape; a new student union and student housing; a riverfront bluff promenade to rival downtown’s riverfront; and plenty of other improvements.
Why managers should tailor more jobs to meet employees’ interests and goals
Over the past two years, more employees want to be exceptions to the rule.
They want personalized arrangements that differ from the ones their co-workers...
