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Resist old routines when returning to the office 

As vaccines are being shipped and administered, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on...

Matt Flynn channels his post-football energy into sports drink 

These days, former LSU and NFL quarterback Matt Flynn’s routine looks a lot different...

Acme Refrigeration acquired by Miami-based Watsco

Baton Rouge company Acme Refrigeration has been bought by Watsco, a distribution network for...

Historic A. Hays Town office building converting to space for retailers, salons

A couple of local investors are planning to convert a historic Mid City office building into a retail space for hair and nail salons, among other tenants. Located on Government Street near its intersection with South Acadian Thruway, the Class A office building was built in 1958 and designed by renowned architect A. Hays Town. 

Ahead of executive director search, DDD recommends Gabe Vicknair fill interim role

The Downtown Development District is recommending the Metro Council appoint DDD Assistant Executive Director...

Amedisys acquires VNA’s home health and hospice operations

Baton Rouge-based health care company Amedisys will take over home health and hospice operations for the Visiting Nurse Association, a 125-year-old nonprofit located in Omaha, Nebraska, and Council Bluffs, Iowa, VNA announced today. The transaction is expected to close on or around July 1. 
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Small business optimism rises in April; job openings remain at record highs

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index rose to 99.8 in April, an increase of...

Alford: Tax reform easier said than done

This week marks the midpoint of the Louisiana Legislature’s regular session, so lawmakers are...

Louisiana lawmakers advance sports betting tax measure 

Louisiana House members voted Monday to advance one of three bills that would create...

Expert witness fees add nearly $200K to cost of downtown library lawsuit

An item that will be introduced at Wednesday’s Metro Council meeting dealing with the...