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See what Ascension Parish is planning for this newly purchased property
Ascension Parish purchased 7.5 acres within a 14-acre tract in Gonzales last week to build an animal wellness center.
The parish purchased the property from...
FranU President and CEO Tina Holland talks career, retirement
Last week, Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University announced the retirement of Tina Holland, the university’s president and CEO. Holland will exit her role...
A global tax on billionaires? US says it’s not a good idea
The U.S. opposes a proposed global wealth tax on billionaires, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen says, rejecting an idea floated by Brazil, France and other...
Bill overhauling workers’ compensation system to be considered Wednesday
On Wednesday, the Senate Labor and Industrial Relations Committee will consider a bill that would overhaul how and when employers are liable for penalties...
Strictly Business Episode 16: Ann Edelman
Your company is experiencing a crisis. How do you manage public perception and minimize reputational damage?
Longtime crisis communications expert and award-winning campaign strategist Ann...
Ann Edelman: ‘A crisis is a terrible thing to waste’Â
Because crises are unexpected, and often explosive and time sensitive, the most important thing a company can do is to accept handling the crisis,...
D.R. Horton purchases 18 lots in Zachary subdivision
National homebuilder D.R. Horton purchased 18 lots in a Zachary subdivision for just over $1 million, according to a deal filed Friday with the...
See how much Baton Rouge’s mayoral candidates have raised so far
Former state Rep. Ted James has raised roughly $200,000 more than incumbent Sharon Weston Broome for this fall’s mayoral race, according to campaign finance...
Tenant buys property for $1 million
A tenant in a commercial building purchased the property for $1 million, according to a deal filed Thursday with the East Baton Rouge Parish...
Former South Sherwood Forest restaurant site sells for $1.45M
A property that has previously been home to several restaurants has changed ownership, according to a deal filed this week with the East Baton...
Louisiana Gaming Control Board chair exiting at the end of June
Ronnie Johns will step down as chair of the Louisiana Gaming Control Board this summer.Â
Johns submitted his resignation—effective June 30—to Gov. Jeff Landry on...
Mayor’s River Center plan to be introduced at tonight’s Metro Council meeting
Mayor Sharon Weston Broome’s plan to redevelop the River Center and build a headquarters hotel is one of many items on the Metro Council’s...
Baton Rouge sales tax collections grow in February
February East Baton Rouge Parish General 2% Sales and Use Tax by Holly Duchmann
When will the Baton Rouge trucking museum open?
The Louisiana Motor Transport Association Foundation purchased two buildings in downtown Baton Rouge for $1.2 million in February with plans to move its offices...
Strictly Business Episode 15: Amanda Martin, Jeremy Beyt, Sabrina Galloway
What will it take to attract and retain young professionals to Baton Rouge? That's the topic our three-person panel tackled on the April episode...
Strictly Business Episode 14: Vanessa Graham
What are hot topics for financial managers right now and what’s the best way to navigate them? What technological challenges and opportunities are on...
Plant buys its 21-acre facility in Geismar
An industrial plant purchased the 21-acre property in Geismar that houses its operations for $10 and other considerations, according to a deal filed May...
These changes are proposed for a potential development along Nicholson Drive
A mixed-use development is being proposed for a 22-acre stretch along Nicholson Drive.
Commercial Properties Realty Trust proposed rezoning the land from a planned unit...
New restaurant building is proposed for S Sherwood Forest Boulevard
A developer is proposing to tear down a building that has been home to various restaurants on South Sherwood Forest Boulevard to build a...
This local homebuilder just spent $2.2M for lots in a Zachary neighborhood
Level Homes Construction has purchased 29 lots in another phase of the Americana traditional neighborhood development in Zachary off Mount Pleasant Road and Barnett...
