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

Break or burnout? Scheduling a ‘thinkcation’ not only benefits you, but it could add to your bottom line, too

If your professional life seems like a game of sped-up Whac-a-Mole—knocking out tasks as...

To license, or not to license?

To many, it’s common sense that occupational licenses be required to practice some highly...

One-two punch: Intensifying storms and lingering inflation could deliver a big blow to the beleaguered insurance market

Much like the weather phenomena that caused the problem in the first place, Louisiana’s...

Mutual interests: Louisiana’s trade relationship with the UAE may be comparatively small now, but could prove increasingly important down the road

The United Arab Emirates plays a small but pivotal role for Louisiana exporters, and...

Grit and growth: How a small team with a clear vision built an industrial powerhouse

Five years ago, Paola Alvarado had big dreams but no work. She, along with...

How to feed your dragon: This local company is No. 1 nationwide in reptile consumables

Walk into a breeding room at Fluker Farms in Port Allen and no surprise,...

Rise and ruin: Once a shining star in the Louisiana tech and restaurant sectors, rapid growth and cultural clashes ultimately led to the demise...

It came in with a bang and went out with a fizzle. Once the darling...

In high spirits: Baton Rouge bourbon lovers embrace the ‘boom’

Since the first barrel was distilled in the late 1700s, the popularity of bourbon—America’s...

Survey Says: Do-over diaries

Ever wished for a time machine to tweak a moment in your past? We...

Evolution of an Idea: St. Bruno Bread Co.

The crackle of the crust on a fresh, hot loaf is intoxicating and impossible...
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