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Analysis: Lawmakers travel Louisiana to talk redistricting

Louisiana lawmakers are moving behind-the-scenes conversations about redrawing state political maps to public hearings around the state over the next three months, to discuss the once-a-decade process that decides how people are represented in government based on U.S. census data. 

Design: Envōc

Design: Envōc set out to merge high-tech with modern farmhouse in the design of its new headquarters in the City Farm office complex.

Business Lunch: JED’s Local

JED's Local, owned by Russell Davis, serves classic and upmarket po'boys as well as salads and seafood platters.

Tyson defends Build Baton Rouge against council member’s accusations

Build Baton Rouge President and CEO Chris Tyson is responding to criticism from Metro Council member Chauna Banks, who says the redevelopment authority isn’t doing enough to clear title to blighted properties and return them to commerce.

It’s not you, restaurant drive-thru wait times are getting longer

It’s taking longer to get drive-thru orders this year, as restaurants deal with labor...

Ochsner taps regional CEO for Baton Rouge, Lake Charles

Ochsner Baton Rouge has appointed Charles “Chuck” Daigle as regional CEO for Baton Rouge and Lake Charles, the company announced today.
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Jazz Fest may be postponed, but you can still enjoy a bloody mary

The pandemic-related cancellation of the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival this month means fans will have to wait a bit longer before savoring the fest’s iconic eats. But for lovers of ya-ka-mein, the Creole-influenced Chinese noodle soup and reputed hangover cure, there’s reason to celebrate.

Team building games can boost your company’s culture, retention

Icebreaker games and team building activities can often feel cheesy or a waste of...

Are disaster losses tax deductible? Depends on Congress

If you had property damage from Hurricane Ida, flooding or the winter storm earlier this year, will the losses be tax deductible? 

Build Baton Rouge under fire by Chauna Banks

As it has for the past three meetings, the Metro Council Wednesday deferred an item requesting a report from Build Baton Rouge President and CEO Chris Tyson on the status of the land banks the agency oversees for the city-parish.