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

Federal appeals court in NOLA mulls Biden vaccine mandate for US contractors

A federal appeals court in New Orleans is the latest to hear arguments on...

Updated timeline on lakes project as preliminary work progresses

It might be Baton Rouge’s most popular recreational feature, but lately, the look—and smell—of the LSU lakes suggests its long-awaited improvements are coming not a minute too soon. 

Cash investors from outside region help prop up Baton Rouge commercial real estate

Higher interest rates are so far not stopping investors from snapping up commercial real estate in the Baton Rouge area, particularly apartment complexes. 

For corporations, a strong dollar cuts both ways 

A strong U.S. dollar is cutting both ways for companies across the globe, The Wall Street Journal reports. 

Louisiana sees boost in sports betting revenue

Sports betting apps brought in more than $2.8 million in wagers on football in August, which featured a few college football games as well as NFL preseason matchups. 

U.S. Rep. Clay Higgins proposes tax breaks to keep insurers from exiting state

With property insurance underwriters fleeing Louisiana, Congressman Clay Higgins has filed legislation that would offer generous tax breaks to insurance companies.
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BRAC launches phase two of regional jobs portal BR Works

The Baton Rouge Area Chamber today launched phase two of BR Works, a regional jobs portal for the Capital Region that features technology to match job seekers with local positions.

Moran Printing/Emprint moving corporate office to Highland, expanding offerings

Moran Printing Inc./Emprint is moving its main office and production center from Florida Boulevard to its warehouse and fulfillment center location on Highland Road. 

Louisiana’s real GDP decreased by 3% during second quarter 

Real gross domestic product decreased 3% in Louisiana during the second quarter of this year, but personal income increased by 5.8% i

Undeveloped land in Magnolia Woods subdivision sells for $5.4M

A 19.5-acre tract of undeveloped land in the Magnolia Woods subdivision has been purchased for $5.4 million, according to records with the East Baton Rouge Parish Clerk of Court’s office.
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