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Biden plan could prohibit new oil and gas leases in Gulf for five years

The Biden administration has released a preliminary proposal that could prohibit oil and gas leases in the Gulf of Mexico for the next five years, though it will undergo a lengthy public comment period and congressional review before it’s finalized.

First look inside Soulshine Kitchen and Bar  

Chimes Street’s newest restaurant is serving up Southern comfort foods. 

Petrochemical pullback key factor in why Louisiana’s economy shrank in Q1

Louisiana’s economy shrank dramatically to start 2022, according to new federal data, driven by...

Dawson Park Apartments sells for $45.7M

Dawson Park Apartments, a four-story, 155-unit complex on Picardy Avenue in the Baton Rouge Health District, sold last week to RK Properties,

Fleur de Lis Pizza closes doors indefinitely 

Fleur de Lis Pizza on Government Street this weekend announced it would close its doors indefinitely after 76 years in business. 

Some 63,000 Louisianans quit their jobs in April as the Great Resignation rolls on

Approximately 63,000 employees in Louisiana quit their jobs in April, matching March’s total, as the Great Resignation born of the COVID pandemic continues.
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Alford: New focus on defense spending in Louisiana

Last year’s annual defense bill authorized the Army and Air Force to spend more money in Louisiana than in any other state, and the strides are expected to continue as we march further into 2022. 

Williams moves forward with Louisiana Energy Gateway project 

Energy transport company Williams announced last week that it has reached a final investment...

Nogal Mexican Grill set to open near LSU

Nogal Mexican Grill is preparing to open next door to Louie’s Cafe in the North Gate area near LSU, a sign on the building indicates. 

Roundup: Mason’s Grill / Oil prices jump / Kohl’s sale 

New owners: Baton Rouge favorite Mason’s Grill came under new ownership this week when...