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Tips on PPP forgiveness: It’s a ‘documentation game’

After lenders across the state issued nearly $7.5 billion in loans this spring through the Payroll Protection Program, business owners are starting the loan forgiveness process. 

Jules Madere Jewelers closing, new jewelry store moving in

After 72 years in business, including 35 years in its current location in the Bocage Village Shopping Center, Jules Madere Jewelers is closing its doors.

OLOL places doctor on leave after alleged racially-motivated attack of SU athlete

Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center notified employees today it has placed...

Nevada real estate firm acquires former HomeTowne Studios

Real estate investment company Siegel Group Nevada acquired the former HomeTowne Studios Baton Rouge extended stay hotel in an off-market transaction, Siegel Group announced this week. 

Willow Ridge residents withdraw annexation petitions, will likely refile in future

The 13 Willow Ridge homeowners who want to annex out of the prospective city...

GoAuto’s Greg Tramontin faces boycott calls over Facebook post

GoAuto Low Cost Car Insurance has become the object of protest calls and a social media backlash after its chief executive referred to Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris as a “hoe” in a recent Facebook post.
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Local investors buy 88-acre site on Airline Highway 

A group of local investors have purchased an 88-acre site on Airline Highway and Baringer Foreman Road for roughly $5.1 million. 

Women and minorities in Louisiana industry making inclusion quest gains

There’s a big difference between diversity and inclusion. While diversity goals are undoubtedly important,...

Beausoleil reopens with a new menu and new look 

Beausoleil has been a Baton Rouge staple for years. New owner and local restaurateur...

Massive $1.2B renewable diesel facility planned for Port of Greater Baton Rouge

The Port of Greater Baton Rouge is poised to approve at a special meeting...