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See which local homebuilders are among the nation’s leaders
Several Louisiana-based homebuilders are among the nation’s leaders in single-family closings.
The five highest-producing builders remained unchanged from 2023, with D.R. Horton leading the way...
First-class travels: Hannis T. Bourgeois partner touts the British Virgin Islands
As a child, Hannis T. Bourgeois partner Derek Foret grew up visiting the Caribbean and the Yucatan of Mexico. To him, the one place...
A closer look at Trump’s proposed 50% tariff on copper imports
Experts are warning that President Donald Trump’s new copper tariff could lead to price increases for American consumers as the U.S. is not self-sufficient...
Roundup: Southern University students / LSU alum on ‘Big Brother’ / Straining the grid
Visas reinstated: Nine Southern University students who had their visas revoked by the Trump administration earlier this year have since had them reinstated, according...
Ascension Parish has a new interim CAO
Ascension Parish President Clint Cointment on Tuesday announced that Ricky Compton will serve as the parish’s interim chief administrative officer effective immediately.
Compton most recently...
Health Tip of the Week, sponsored by Baton Rouge General: Mouth taping – is...
If you’ve scrolled through social media lately, you’ve probably seen people taping their mouths shut before bed. It’s a trend called mouth taping, and yes,...
Drill, baby, drill? Why that’s not on US oil producers’ radar
U.S. crude output is now projected to grow by just 160,000 barrels per day in 2025—slower than previously expected—as unstable oil prices weigh on...
Small business owners still can’t find qualified applicants
Small business owners aren’t overly worried about running out of cash, but finding qualified workers continues to pose a major challenge, Inc. writes.
According to...
Roundup: Copper imports / Churches can endorse / Local LEAP scores
50% tariff planned: President Donald Trump says he plans to implement a 50% duty on copper imports as part of a set of looming...
A hot new gaming and entertainment scene
Downtown Baton Rouge’s gaming, hotel and entertainment scene is getting a major boost!
The area’s two casinos—the Belle of Baton Rouge and the Queen Baton Rouge...
Roundup: TSA changes / Small business confidence / Vaccines discussion
Keep your shoes on: After nearly 20 years of passengers having to take off their shoes while going through airport security, they might soon...
Commercial Property of the Week, sponsored by Elifin Realty: Unique office investment in Mandeville
The property at 200 Greenleaves Blvd. offers a rare opportunity in Mandeville—a multi-tenant office building with unique architectural design, abundant natural light, and prominent...
EPA green-lights Louisiana’s air quality plan
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has approved Louisiana’s long-delayed air quality plan, concluding the state isn’t significantly contributing to sulfur dioxide pollution in other...
New owners check in at this hotel near BTR
The 77-room Sonesta Essential hotel property near the Baton Rouge Airport has new ownership.
Brothers Hospitality LLC, represented by Bakulbhai Patel, bought the property from...
Roundup: Asian tariffs / Egg prices / OPEC+
New tariffs: President Donald Trump on Monday placed a 25% tax on goods imported from Japan and South Korea, citing persistent trade imbalances with...
Southern University System: Contributing to academic and social movements that have shaped Louisiana and...
Southern University, now celebrating its 145th anniversary, has a storied history deeply intertwined with the evolution of education in the United States. The university’s...
How entrepreneur Stuart Gilly is rallying Baton Rouge to give back
Baton Rouge entrepreneur Stuart Gilly is on a mission to transform the city—one volunteer project and small business at a time.
Through Grow with the...
Roundup: Federal funding cuts / Louisiana Democratic Party / Texas floods
School cuts: The U.S. Department of Education’s decision to freeze $6.8 billion in K-12 funding has alarmed state officials and educators, who warn it...
Real estate investment firm acquires local single-family rental community
A Northeast-based real estate investment firm has acquired all 112 lots and common area tracts totaling roughly 32 acres within D.R. Horton’s Villas at...
From boom to bust? Clean energy sector braces for fallout
The renewable energy sector is facing a major shake-up following President Trump’s newly signed spending bill, which rolls back key tax credits under the...
