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Speed cameras coming to Atchafalaya Basin Bridge 

Motorists traveling the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge will soon be greeted with new signage, increased...

Businesses must take steps now as gasoline prices expected to keep rising

For the first time, a gallon of regular gas now costs $5 on average nationwide, even though it hasn’t crept up quite that high in Baton Rouge, yet. The soaring cost of gasoline is bad news for businesses, on many accounts. 

Hiring managers easing education, experience requirements to fill positions

Without enough traditional applicants for open jobs, companies have broadened their scope and dropped...

ExxonMobil CEO says oil markets could be tight for years

ExxonMobil executives believe global oil markets could remain tight for another three to five years, largely because of a lack of investment since the pandemic began, Bloomberg reports.

Companies revising financial plans, buying back debt as interest rates climb

Companies are buying back debt, pushing out maturities and reviewing cash-management strategies as they...

Best of 225 winners to be unveiled June 28

The 2022 Best of 225 party, where this year’s winners will be unveiled in 225 magazine’s July edition, is one week from today on June 28.
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Lotte Chemical considering electrolyte solvent facility in Lake Charles area

Lotte Chemical Corp. announced Monday it is considering constructing an electrolyte solvent facility in...

Five Guys franchise near LSU’s North Gate closes

The Five Guys franchise on Highland Road near LSU’s North Gate has closed, the listing agent confirms.

Six lessons first-time entrepreneurs can’t afford to ignore

The first year of launching your own business can be the hardest. It's a...

US charitable giving reached record high in 2021

Charitable giving in the U.S. reached a record $485 billion in 2021, though the increase did not keep pace with inflation, according to a report this morning offering a comprehensive look at American philanthropy.