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There’s a growing demand for local lobbyists as Louisianans gain leverage on Capitol Hill
Business is booming for Louisiana’s cadre of Capitol Hill lobbyists. As the state’s congressional delegation gains prominence in key political positions, local lobbyists’ preexisting...
Here’s where you’ll find Superior Grill’s next location
Superior Grill will open its first location in Lafayette in 2024, according to the popular Mexican eatery’s website.
The Shreveport-born restaurant currently operates Baton Rouge...
How the advertising industry is changing fast
Digital agencies were once the hottest segment of the advertising business, serving as key vendors for chief marketing officers to bring their work into...
Mergers and acquisitions hit their lowest level in a decade
While a number of Baton Rouge companies made acquisitions this year, global merger and acquisition activity in 2023 fell 17% to $2.87 trillion—the lowest...
We’re ending the year with a strong labor market
More Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, but not enough to raise concern about the labor market or the broader economy.
Companies are still waiting on the SEC to define its climate disclosure rules
Companies wanted 2023 to bring certainty on sustainability disclosures and regulations. They didn’t get it.
Louisiana offshore wind supply chain database highlights industry’s readiness
Global offshore wind company RWE and regional business booster Greater New Orleans Inc. have released the findings of a one-year collaboration to accelerate the...
Americans increased holiday spending this year but at a slower pace
Holiday sales rose this year and spending remained resilient during the shopping season even with Americans wrestling with higher prices in some areas and other financial worries, according to the latest measure.
Why this proposed Louisiana LNG terminal is emblematic of larger factors at play
Venture Global LNG is working to build a $10 billion natural gas export terminal in Cameron Parish that would be the Virginia-based startup’s third Louisiana facility.
Wind, solar and battery industries grew this year despite economic challenges
Led by new solar power, the world added renewable energy at breakneck speed in 2023, a trend that if amplified will help Earth turn away from fossil fuels.
Louisiana, Mississippi lose residents as other Southeast states gain
Newly released data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows Louisiana and Mississippi are losing residents at a time when the rest of the South is growing.
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A new ‘hemp boutique’ has opened its doors in Mid City
Rad Dad Alternative, a new “hemp boutique,” quietly opened its doors on Government Street near Barracuda Taco Stand in November.
Public hearing set for proposed Blue Cross sale
The Louisiana Department of Insurance will host its public hearing regarding the reorganization and sale of the state’s leading health insurer on Valentine’s Day next year.
The Baton Rouge Arts Market is under new leadership
The Baton Rouge Arts Market, which provides local artists and makers an opportunity to sell their handmade goods to the public, is under new...
Terri Ricks is working to overhaul the Department of Children and Family Services
Terri Porche Ricks’ path has brought her back to the Louisiana Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) time and time again.
She started her...
The Fed’s favorite inflation gauge shows things are still improving
The Federal Reserve's preferred measure of inflation fell last month in another sign that price pressures easing in the face of the central bank's interest rate hikes.
Stories to remember from 2023
10. The LSU lakes project finally began
The $32 million first phase of the long-awaited University Lakes Project began after the U.S. Army Corps of...
Arts council to begin its search for a new leader next week
The Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge will release its job notice next week to replace outgoing President and CEO Renee Chatelain, says Todd Sterling, board chair.
Thomas Morse Jr. chosen as chief of Baton Rouge Police Department
After months of searching for outgoing Baton Rouge Police Chief Murphy Paul’s replacement, Mayor Sharon Weston Broome announced her pick: Thomas Morse Jr.
