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Louisiana PAC supporting Sen. John Kennedy returns donation from nursing homes owner
The Conservative Louisiana political action committee, which supports Republican U.S. Sen. John Kennedy, returned a $25,000 donation from nursing homes owner Bob Dean last...
Hard-hit industries seek additional federal coronavirus aid
Several hard-hit industries including restaurants, live-events businesses and gyms are renewing calls for Congress to provide additional financial aid, as the fourth surge in...
Arts Council organizes performances for displaced hurricane victims
The Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge is pitching in to make life a little brighter for the displaced victims of Hurricane Ida sheltering...
LABI calls Biden’s vaccine mandate unconstitutional, counterproductive
President Joe Biden’s administration lacks the legal authority to require large companies to ensure their employees are vaccinated against COVID-19 or have them tested for the coronavirus that causes the illness, Louisiana’s largest business lobby argues.
How to hire new employees with a vaccine mandate in place
Some prospective employees will appreciate it if your company has a COVID-19 vaccine mandate, but others may not. And if your company is in...
Garbage collection challenges in Baton Rouge persist, Republic tells Metro Council
At Wednesday’s Metro Council meeting, officials from Republic Services, which has the $90 million annual contract to pick up garbage, recycling and woody waste around the parish, tried to explain to the council what they’re up against.
Commerce Community Bank becomes Currency Bank, opens Baton Rouge branch
North Louisiana-based Commerce Community Bank is changing its name to Currency Bank and opening a full-service branch on Jefferson Highway near Bocage, the bank...
LSU researcher studying how to better preserve donated organs for transplants
An LSU mechanical engineering professor has been awarded a $432,000 grant from the National Institutes of Health to study ways to better preserve organs...
Restaurants still grappling with higher meat prices
Local restaurants have been paying higher prices for meat all summer, and it doesn’t appear prices will fall any time soon. As a result, many restaurants are having to increase menu prices and risk the loss of some customers.
Companies using new tools to hire, retain workers in a fluid job market
Millions of workers aren't satisfied with their jobs, so companies are taking advantage of new tools to find and keep talent.
Just 7% of workers...
Riding another wave
The Baton Rouge economy was finding its post-COVID footing until the delta variant—and a hurricane—struck with a vengeance.
Big Story: Ida’s powerful message
Hurricane Ida deals a massive blow to Baton Rouge and southeast Louisiana, knocking out power and creating a gas shortage.
3 Things to Know: Candace LeBlanc
3 Things to Know: Candace LeBlanc, a New Orleans native, is an avid hiker and devoted LSU fan who has been with Investar Bank since 2014,
Entrepreneur: Megan H. Kelly
Entrepreneur: Megan H. Kelly is the founder of Mompreneur Nation, which both connects and supports mom entrepreneurs.
Louisiana brewers suggest looser regulations will spark growth
Advocates for Louisiana breweries hope pending reviews of state and federal regulations lead to growth for the local craft brewing segment.
Ida further slows wheels of justice already hampered by COVID
Among the many disruptions caused by Hurricane Ida, here’s one more to add to the list: delays on the docket. The closure of the 19th Judicial District Court last week means more hearings and trials have been rescheduled.
BRAC dashboard shows continued job gains
The Baton Rouge area saw continued job growth over the past month, according to the Baton Rouge Area Chamber’s monthly economic indicator dashboard.
With emergency personnel filling hotels, LSU football fans turn to other options
This Saturday marks the start of what is normally a busy time for Baton Rouge-area hotels—LSU home football games. But with some hotels completely booked with evacuees and emergency personnel responding to Hurricane Ida, where will fans stay?
Rebuilding after storm could test building industry’s capacity
The rebuilding process following Hurricane Ida could create business opportunities for commercial builders while exacerbating preexisting challenges involving workers and building materials, says Ken Naquin, CEO of the Louisiana Association of General Contractors.
Metro Council to consider tougher rules for developing in floodplain
A measure that would tighten restrictions for new development in areas at high risk for flooding—which comprise nearly 50% of East Baton Rouge Parish—is expected to generate a spirited debate at tonight’s Metro Council meeting.
