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BRAC’s economic indicators show consumer spending near pre-pandemic levels

Consumer spending had normalized in the Capital Region to near pre-pandemic levels in the...

Virus roundup … 

• The cost of groceries has been rising at the fastest pace in decades...

Voices for equity

Black members of the business community, through the sharing of their stories, put the spotlight on boosting economic opportunities.

Diversifying Baton Rouge boardrooms

BRAC and other local organizations are determined to bring increased diversity to boardrooms across the Baton Rouge region.

Business bracing for costly health insurance news

COVID-19 will indeed have an impact on health insurance premiums, which almost certainly will rise, but by how much remains the question?

Baton Rouge government avoids massive cuts for now, thanks to CARES Act, belt tightening 

As the economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic deepens, city-parish government is tightening its...
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Virus roundup … 

• Adults, children and most college students would get a $1,000 stimulus payment through...

Edwards extends phase two restrictions, joins five states in purchase deal for COVID-19 rapid tests 

Gov. John Bel Edwards today announced plans to extend the current phase two restrictions,...

How Baton Rouge restaurants are dealing with anti-maskers

Still operating at 50% capacity, some restaurants in Baton Rouge are having to deal with another issue: people who refuse to wear face coverings either arguing with their employees or turning away their business.

Virus roundup … 

• Gov. John Bel Edwards is expected to address Louisiana’s coronavirus response today at...