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Former Intel CEO: Smart people, smart ideas key to remaining globally competitive

To remain competitive in a transitioning global economy, three areas demand investment: education, the...

Roundup: Baton Rouge gas prices drop / US homes prices slow / Uber’s campaign

At the pump: Average gas prices are declining in the Baton Rouge area after...

Chapman Group acquired by global consulting firm

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. today announced it has acquired Baton Rouge-based The Chapman...

Alford: Same delegation, different feel

What a difference a year makes, especially for members of Louisiana’s congressional delegation, writes...

Alford: Same delegation, different feel

What a difference a year makes. But you knew that already. There’s a reason...

Public opinions to be considered at Baton Rouge Zoo meetings

Citizens will get their first opportunity to weigh in on what they’d like to...

Apricot Lane and new City Pork concept joining Perkins Rowe

Two new tenants are coming to Perkins Rowe later this year, the mixed-use development...

Preaching support for ExxonMobil, Broome declares Baton Rouge ‘open for business’

Reinforcing her administration’s support for ExxonMobil’s future investment in the parish, Mayor Sharon Weston...

Louisiana comes in last in ‘US News’ ranking of states … again

We’re No. 50, as—once again—U.S. News & World Report declared Louisiana as the worst...

BRAC’s Adam Knapp lists new bridge, community redevelopment as 2019 focus

A new Mississippi River Bridge and improving community relations are this year’s two major...