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

Will four-day workweeks become standard across most industries?

The concept of a four-day workweek, which sounds appealing to workers, but may be alarming to employers, is beginning to take off in some industries. 

One step closer to reality

After more than a decade of dreaming, planning and a quest for funding, work on phase one of the University Lakes Project finally gets underway this summer.

The six most expensive homes on the Baton Rouge market

The high-end market isn't as hot as the broader residential market, but those seeking expensive homes aren't as impacted by rising interest rates.

A legislative session to remember

State legislators, flush with federal dollars, spent heavily on infrastructure projects while avoiding fiscal challenges on the horizon.

St. George incorporation supporters plan to file appeal within 30 days

Supporters of incorporating St. George expect to file their appeal of the trial court decision that went against them within 30 days, says incorporation spokesperson Andrew Murrell. 

Boardrooms becoming more politically polarized

U.S. boardrooms have become more Republican and more partisan over the past 10 years, according to a new study from the National Bureau of Economic Research
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Baton Rouge’s newest restaurants and cafes run the gamut 

After restaurant openings slowed in 2020 and 2021, the local industry is a flurry...

Paperwork burden increasingly gnaws at small businesses 

If you think you are pushing more paperwork than ever, you're not alone, Inc. reports. 

Louisiana tops list of states hit hardest by inflation 

A recent study shows Southern states have been hit hardest by raging inflation and...

GOP legislators don’t have the votes to overturn Gov. Edwards’ vetoes 

It's becoming less and less likely that Louisiana’s Republican lawmakers will have the votes to overturn any of Democratic Gov. John Bel Edwards' vetoes
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