Education & Workforce

Schools, universities, workforce training, and the talent pipeline preparing the region’s next generation of workers.

Baton Rouge adds 1,200 construction jobs over past year

Three out of four metro areas, including Baton Rouge, added construction jobs between March 2021 and March 2022.

Louisianans express confidence in elections, but not local news

While a majority of Louisiana residents are confident in the elections in the state,...

Fewest Americans collecting jobless aid since 1970

Applications for unemployment benefits inched down last week as the total number of Americans collecting aid fell to its lowest level in more than 50 years.

Amazon fulfillment center expected to open next year

Amazon’s Baton Rouge fulfillment center is on track to be operating by next year,...

Job recruiters return to college campuses

Job recruiters are coming back to college campuses, and some employers are pulling out...

Lumber processing company investing $22.5M in Avoyelles Parish facility

Lumber processing company Great Southern Wood Preserving is investing $22.5 million to expand wood...
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OLOL moves forward

After a bumpy 12 months, OLOL officials discuss the future of the venerable Baton Rouge institution.

Budget clears House panel; debate set for Thursday

A Louisiana House panel advanced a proposed state operating budget Monday that includes $148...

New charter school to open in Harveston in 2023

A new K-12 charter school, Great Hearts, will open its doors in August 2023...

Three ways to get hybrid work right

Many business owners are facing a tough decision when it comes to getting employees...
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