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State’s congressional delegation could be powerful force if GOP regains House

Louisiana's Republican congressional delegation qualified for reelection last week with an eye toward reclaiming control of the House as a party and individually rising up the ranks of power, USA Today Network reports.

Maze of uncertainty facing graduates

How COVID has changed advising students and the way graduates fresh from college are finding jobs.

Where to get vegan and vegetarian dishes in Baton Rouge 

Vegan food, once rare in Baton Rouge, is gradually becoming more popular here.  Though there...

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.
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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

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.