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US employers added a surprisingly strong 216,000 jobs in December
The nation’s employers added a robust 216,000 jobs last month, the latest sign that the American job market remains resilient even in the face of sharply higher interest rates.
Diabetes treatment infusion clinic expands to Baton Rouge
Bioactive Infusion and Wellness is expanding to the Capital Region with a clinic in the Baton Rouge Health District.
Takeaways from EBR’s latest sales tax collection figures
East Baton Rouge Parish collected nearly $19.3 million in sales taxes in October, or about 1.42% more than during the same month the year...
US bankruptcy filings expected to keep climbing after surging 18% last year
U.S. bankruptcy filings surged by 18% in 2023 on the back of higher interest rates, tougher lending standards and the continued runoff of pandemic-era backstops, although insolvency case volumes remain well below the level seen before the outbreak of COVID-19, Reuters reports.
Budget deficits threaten Louisiana community colleges
Some of Louisiana's community and technical colleges may soon face budget deficits without a sharp rebound in student enrollment, according to a recent report from the Louisiana Legislative Auditor’s office.
New vehicle sales are up across the nation
Undeterred by high prices, rising interest rates, autoworker strikes and a computer chip shortage that slowed assembly lines, American consumers still bought 15.6 million new vehicles last year, 12% more than in 2022, the biggest increase in more than a decade.
Small businesses are doubling down on AI this year
Small business owners are feeling better about their prospects, but only slightly, according to a recent survey of small and midsize business leaders from...
This Baton Rouge chef is drawing national acclaim
Tremaine Devine was not born in the South, but he’s no stranger to its kitchens. Inside restaurants like Zorba’s Greek Bistro, Bistro Byronz and...
US jobless claims fall again as job market continues to show strength
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell last week as the labor market continues to show resilience despite elevated interest rates.
Edwards to join New Orleans law firm when he leaves office
Gov. John Bel Edwards will join New Orleans-based law firm Fishman Haygood as special counsel after he leaves office Monday.
Founded in 1996 with offices...
US job openings decline but remain high by historical standards
America's employers posted 8.8 million job openings in November, down slightly from October and the fewest since March 2021. But demand for workers remains...
Restaurant specializing in ‘comfort food and cocktails’ set to open near Tigerland
Toasted, a new restaurant concept with a focus on “comfort food and cocktails,” will open its doors Jan. 27 in the former home of Bright Side Bar & Daiquiris on Nicholson Drive.
Surge Entertainment opening on Burbank next week
The new Surge Entertainment, located in the former Winn-Dixie on Burbank Drive, is opening its doors for business on Monday, the company announced on social media Tuesday evening.
Roundup: Gov. Edwards’ farewell / US debt / Fed minutes
Last stop: Gov. John Bel Edwards will deliver his farewell address at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday in his hometown of Amite. He is expected to...
Company building Louisiana solar panel factory sells $700M in tax credits
A major American solar manufacturer is selling $700 million worth of tax credits the company earned under the Biden administration’s Inflation Reduction Act, or...
Rouses announces opening date for much-anticipated north Baton Rouge store
Rouses Market will open its north Baton Rouge grocery store next week, at the corner of Florida Boulevard and North Ardenwood Drive.
What is the current state of entrepreneurship in America?
It was the year of the AI boom and the IPO drought, of still-too-high inflation yet startling economic strength, of return-to-office resolutions and resentment. Entrepreneurship also remained alive and well in 2023.
A new daiquiri shop and eatery is coming to Nicholson Drive
Nola Sweet Creations & Daiquiris will soon open a Baton Rouge location near the Sonesta ES Suites on Nicholson Drive.
Entrepreneur: Peyton Finical and Joshua Crowdus
Garbage can get expensive.
Ask any apartment complex, higher education institution or manufacturing facility with a roll-off and a waste management contract. Filled dumpsters require...
Louisiana is the second best Southern state for construction jobs
Louisiana ranks as the 9th best state for construction jobs in the U.S., outranking all other Southern states except for West Virginia, reports LBM Journal.
