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Publisher: Louisiana losing jobs under Gov. John Bel Edwards

Despite the campaign rhetoric, the reality is Louisiana is losing jobs—and citizens—under the tenure of Gov. John Bel Edwards. Also, a remembrance of former Gov. Kathleen Blanco and a look into the background of Library Board member Chance Wilson.

The Water Institute of the Gulf has an identity crisis

The Water Institute of the Gulf, following a public embarrassment, finds itself answering critics about its role and evolving revenue streams. Institute officials counter the only problem is one of public relations. 

Kathleen Blanco: Losing a ‘champion’

Kathleen Blanco, Louisiana's first and only female governor, should be remembered for much more than her response to Hurricane Katrina. She was a dedicated public servant who worked to improve education in the state.

Alford: Will a constitutional convention ever happen?

The Pelican Institute recently held a constitutional convention forum in Baton Rouge. A few...

Alford: The 50%-plus-one thing

No matter what kind of politician you might be, regardless of funding or name...

Top 5 office design trends

Work spaces are adapting to accommodate the demands of younger employees.

Design: Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital

The $230 million Our Lady of the Lake Children's Hospital was designed by HKS in Dallas and built by Brasfield & Gorrie from Nashville.

What are LSU and Research Park Corporation doing to improve the entrepreneurial ecosystem?

Rather than embrace an Emergent Method study, Research Park Corporation and LSU say following big-picture themes will boost the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Entrepreneur: Layne Zuelke

SETTING SIGHTS While visiting the New Orleans Museum of Art as a child, Baton Rouge-native...

Executive Spotlight: Calvin Mills Jr.

Position: CEO/President Company: CMC Technology Solutions, and SLT Technology Inc. Age: 41 Family: Wife, Brittany, two daughters...