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US unemployment applications fall again as labor market continues to thrive
The number of Americans filing for jobless benefits fell last week as the labor market continues to thrive despite high interest rates and elevated costs.
BLDG 5 is launching a lemonade brand for purchase in stores
Popular Kalurah Street eatery BLDG 5 Market + Kitchen + Patio today announced the launch of its new artisanal lemonade brand, BLDG 5 Lemonade.
How much will the state get from its first offshore wind agreements?
Louisiana’s Mineral and Energy Board approved the state’s first wind operating agreements in state offshore waters at its December meeting today, according to an announcement from Gov. John Bel Edwards and Louisiana Department of Natural Resources Secretary Tom Harris.
See how many rate cuts the Fed is projecting for next year
The Federal Reserve kept its key interest rate unchanged Wednesday for a third straight time, a sign that it is likely done raising rates...
DDD changing meeting schedule, adding committees
Baton Rouge’s Downtown Development District is moving away from a monthly meeting format while also creating four committees to help guide the organization.
Here’s how one law firm is using AI in Baton Rouge
Local law firm Kean Miller recently adopted a policy for its attorneys regarding the use of artificial intelligence technologies for work.
Will 2024 bring interest rate cuts? Fed may shed some light today
Will the Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate sometime next year—and, if so, by how much?
Fully remote jobs have vanished in favor of hybrid workplaces
A new study says that many business owners and human resources officials have basically given up trying to convince staff to resume entirely in-office...
What small businesses need to know about new regulations going into 2024
Regulations are a double-edged sword. They’re created to improve business dealings, discourage unfair or illegal business activity, and protect workers. But, for small business owners, they often mean more red tape, higher costs and possible penalties for failing to comply.
Southern receives Biden administration grant to pursue top research designation
Southern University has been awarded a grant from the U.S. Department of Education to pursue a prestigious research designation that no historically Black college and university currently holds.
Beaux Jones named Water Institute president and CEO
The Water Institute has a new president and CEO: Breaux Jones.
Meet the Baton Rouge designer behind Jayden Daniels’ Heisman suit
All eyes were on LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels Saturday night as he accepted the 2023 Heisman Trophy, an honor that he called “a dream come true” in his acceptance speech.
Why the holiday bonus isn’t what it used to be
With inflation still running hot and potentially less robust sales—thanks to that looming recession this year—42% of small business owners reported having less than usual with which to reward employees in December.
Light House Coffee expands with room for seating, roasting and coffee classes
Light House Coffee on Lee Drive just added more seats and space with a recent expansion.
Get the latest on the Mississippi River bridge project
Planning work continues on a new bridge across the Mississippi River to alleviate local traffic on Interstate 10 through Baton Rouge, a consultant for the project said Monday.
Here’s why the PSC is likely to postpone its energy efficiency vote
An upcoming vote on long-awaited energy efficiency requirements for utility companies in Louisiana to adopt various power-saving measures will likely be postponed Wednesday and...
Small business optimism is still falling
A national index indicates small business optimism remains low, thanks to inflation and difficulty securing talent.
The National Federation of Independent Business’s Small Business Optimism...
Baton Rouge wants more fine dining options in downtown
There’s a large demand for more fine dining options in downtown Baton Rouge.
Turner Industries sells plant management software
Baton Rouge’s Turner Industries is selling its suite of proprietary plant management and field operations software, MobilOps, to Raleigh, North Carolina-based Prometheus Group, the companies announced Monday.
Entergy partnering with businesses for backup power services
Entergy Louisiana announced Monday afternoon that it was partnering with businesses to provide generators that will help boost the local power grid.
