Business News

Breaking news, company moves, economic trends, and the deals shaping Greater Baton Rouge and the Capital Region.

JR Ball: Now we’re embracing the greater good

It's remarkable how selective Baton Rouge has become about embracing the greater good; suddenly the self-sacrifice concept matters when the issue is stopping the incorporation of St. George.

Riegel: Time for Baton Rouge to get smart on planning

How many natural disaster bullets must Baton Rouge dodge before it gets smart about planning? A Smart Growth summit will offer advice on how to do it.

Publisher: Joe Biden meet Edwin Edwards

The Hunter and Joe Biden story harkens back to 1971 when Elaine Edwards, then wife of Gov. Edwin Edwards, was given money by a South Korean businessman.

Panhandling is impacting businesses across Baton Rouge

Though all in the community express concern about the homeless, the problem with panhandling in Baton Rouge is a problem that's negatively impacting businesses across the city.

Sam and Cody Carroll are back in Baton Rouge, with plans to open a new Hot Tails restaurant

Sam and Cody Carroll, stars of the Food Network's 'Cajun Aces' are back in Baton Rouge and plan to open a new Hot Tails restaurant.

Wealth management pays off with an early start

The Simplifynance program is designed to help young professions begin their wealth management journey early in their career.
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Business Lunch: Blue Corn Tequila and Tacos

Business Lunch: Blue Corn Tequila and Tacos, on Perkins Road, is the brainchild of Mexican born Baton Rouge entrepreneur Carlos Salazar.

Design: Park Elementary School

Design: Park Elementary School is a 21st-century facility that alllows faculty and staff to educate students using enhanced project-based learning.

Alford: There won’t be a redo for a reset

Timing isn't the only factor worth considering in politics, but if you get it...

Turning tech tides in the Silicon Bayou 

The tech industry in Louisiana and Baton Rouge is growing and women are part of the cutting edge.  
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