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Developer seeking retail for residentially zoned land alongside Sherwood Forest

A developer hopes to attract retail business to a vacant property just east of South Sherwood Forest Boulevard and north of Florida Boulevard. 

Women lose ground in top boardrooms after years of gains 

Women have lost ground in S&P 500 boardrooms for just the second time in...

FEMA report: Flood insurance hikes will keep 1 million out of market 

When questioned by members of Congress, the Federal Emergency Management Agency said its new update to the nation’s flood insurance program will prompt more people to sign up for coverage, even though many will pay more for it.

Outdoor employers must help their workers beat the summer heat

says keeping workers motivated is the key to getting them to push through the summer heat. 

US small businesses struggling to pay rent as leniency ends 

The rent has come due for America’s small businesses and at a very inopportune...

Social issues important but customer service remains key for consumers 

Companies are increasingly expected to do more than just market and sell their products, especially with the shift in how younger generations patronize businesses that promote social issues. However, customer service remains the most important ingredient
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Legislation in Congress could boost Louisiana oil and gas revenues 

Louisiana lawmakers are backing legislation in Congress to increase the state's share of oil and gas revenues from the Gulf of Mexico and create similar revenues from wind energy operations.

‘LaPolitics’: Just hours remain for candidates to qualify

If you would like to be a candidate for office in Louisiana this fall, you have until 4:30 p.m. to sign the required paperwork and pay the associated fees with our local and state election officials.

Bernhard Capital launching environmental services platform following KC Harvey acquisition

Baton Rouge-based Bernhard Capital Partners Management LP today announced the launch of a dedicated environmental services platform following its acquisition of KC Harvey Environmental LLC.

How Baton Rouge is spending its American Rescue Plan funding

Baton Rouge placed a higher priority on flooding and public safety during the COVID-19 pandemic than it did on government operations, according to a report from the Brookings Institution.Â