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Here’s the latest on the Hotel Lincoln renovation project
Though construction began in November on the long-planned redevelopment of the Hotel Lincoln, the project has faced delays due to unforeseen structural issues uncovered...
LSU’s FOODii program will soon have a new leader
The search for a permanent leader of LSU’s FOODii incubator is nearing its conclusion, according to Achyut Adhikari, the program’s interim director.
Adhikari tells Daily...
This policy group wants safeguards on AI reviews of health insurance claims
As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly embedded in Louisiana’s health care system, one Baton Rouge policy advocacy group is pushing lawmakers to set up guardrails...
How Capital Region companies are managing the health insurance squeeze Â
A sharp increase in health care costs felt more like a slap than a wake-up call for many Louisiana business owners in 2026. The...
Here’s the latest on the University Lakes Project
The University Lakes Project is advancing, with significant components of the first phase complete and additional dredging work expected to wrap up later this...
How an LSU-born startup is helping Louisiana businesses tap into AI
As artificial intelligence reshapes industries around the globe, one Louisiana startup with LSU roots is working to make the technology more accessible to businesses...
Bernhard Capital Partners closes sale of portfolio company
Baton Rouge-based private equity firm Bernhard Capital Partners has closed the sale of The Gray Casualty & Surety Company to California insurance holding company...
Here’s what’s planned for the former Solera space on Perkins Road
Solera Bar & Tasting Room, the Perkins Road restaurant known for its Spanish tapas, closed its doors on Feb. 1. Now, owner Brian Dykes...
Emeril Lagasse is opening a restaurant in Baton Rouge
Celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse is opening a new restaurant in Baton Rouge’s L’Auberge Casino & Hotel.
The new restaurant, called Emeril’s Chop House, is described...
What to know about the Post Malone, Jelly Roll concert set for Tiger Stadium
The headliners for the second installment of Tiger Stadium’s Death Valley Live concert series have been announced.
Those headliners are Post Malone, the nine-time diamond-certified...
Local housing market expected to carry its newfound momentum into 2026Â
The Greater Baton Rouge housing market is entering 2026 on more stable footing, with signs of renewed momentum after several years of constrained affordability...
Here’s how Baton Rouge’s casinos fared in December
After two strong months in October and November, Baton Rouge’s casinos continued their upward trajectory in December.
Collectively, the casinos posted $25.7 million in revenue...
Brian Kelly’s LSU lakefront home goes under contract in off-market deal
Former LSU football coach Brian Kelly’s home on East Lakeshore Drive is under contract, with the sale expected to close at the end of...
Sounding the alarm: Louisiana business owners search for answers as rapidly rising health care...
A sharp increase in health care costs felt more like a slap than a wake-up call for many Louisiana business owners in 2026. The...
Brown & Root Industrial Services shifts engineering hub to Metairie
Brown & Root Industrial Services has relocated its engineering and construction operations in St. Rose to Three Lakeway Place in Metairie, marking a strategic...
Gonzales company expands footprint with new facility
Gonzales-based ESP Valve is nearing completion of a 41,000-square-foot, purpose-built industrial facility designed to support large-scale valve repair, control valve automation and turnaround planning...
This Perkins Road tapas restaurant is closing
Solera Bar & Tasting Room, the Perkins Road restaurant known for its Spanish tapas, is closing—sort of.
While Solera will be closing its doors on...
Long Farm continues expansion with new retail development
Long Farm Village has announced a new retail development along Airline Highway, marking the next phase of growth within the 237-acre traditional neighborhood development.
The...
Almost one year in, here’s how Chris Meaux’s QiMana is evolving
When Waitr founder Chris Meaux first announced QiMana last year, his stated goal was to build the world’s largest business accelerator. Its flagship product,...
IBM is planning a major Baton Rouge hiring push
IBM is ramping up hiring in Baton Rouge this year, according to Charles Masters, a senior partner with the company.
The announcement came during Masters’...
