Economic Development

US unemployment claims fall to lowest level in months  

The number of Americans applying for jobless benefits fell to the lowest level in more than three months last week, reflecting a still-robust job market. 

Mayor Broome forming stormwater advisory committee

East Baton Rouge Mayor Sharon Weston Broome is creating a stormwater advisory committee to...

​​Houma heavy equipment dealer purchases Rieger Road property for $5.2M

M&L Industries has purchased a property on North Rieger Road for $5.2 million, which will become the new home for its Baton Rouge franchise, according to the company’s president, Steven Marmande.

Brandon Landry stepping aside as CEO for Walk-On’s 

Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux founder Brandon Landry is transitioning out of his role as CEO and will now serve as chair of the company’s board of directors, according to a company announcement. 

Capital Region farmers will get relief through federal disaster declaration 

Emergency loans and grants triggered by a U.S. Department of Agriculture disaster declaration could...

Opinion: An economic development resolution for Baton Rouge

The Baton Rouge resolution for 2023 ought to be developing a comprehensive economic development strategy beyond petrochemical.
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Opinion: What does 2023 hold for Louisiana and Baton Rouge?

A new year always provides a fresh start, giving rise to bright hopes and dreams for the next 12 months. As an optimist, things can get better.

Louisiana’s industrial sector struggling to attract skilled labor

The biggest problem facing the industrial sector this year is a lack of skilled workers. 

US job openings dipped in November but market remained robust 

U.S. job openings slipped in November but remained high suggesting businesses remain determined to add workers, a blow to the Federal Reserve's efforts to cool hiring and wage gains.

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