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Workers over 65 comprise a growing share of the US workforce
Americans 65 and over are playing a larger role in the labor force, shifting the composition of U.S. workers and reflecting a new reality...
What to know about the SBA’s new small business lending advisory committee
A first-of-its-kind committee has the potential to amplify the voices of entrepreneurs keen on stimulating lending to small businesses, Inc. magazine reports.
Roundup: Caroline’s Cookies / Federal mileage rate / Southwest Airlines
Opening next week: Lafayette-based Caroline’s Cookies is opening a location in Perkins Rowe next to California Pizza Kitchen on Dec. 22. Caroline’s Cookies was...
Mortgage rates dip below 7% for the first time in months
The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate dropped below 7% to its lowest level since early August, another boost for prospective homebuyers who have largely...
Aldi’s Baton Rouge play makes waves as independent grocers continue to expand
International grocery store chain Aldi opened the second of three announced locations in the Capital Region off of Siege Lane today as part of its major expansion in the Southeast.
Roundup: OMV commissioner / Closed on Christmas / Construction costs
Landry appointee: Louisiana Gov.-elect Jeff Landry has appointed Dan Casey to serve as commissioner of the Office of Motor Vehicles, promising to elevate customer...
BLDG 5 is launching a lemonade brand for purchase in stores
Popular Kalurah Street eatery BLDG 5 Market + Kitchen + Patio today announced the launch of its new artisanal lemonade brand, BLDG 5 Lemonade.
How much will the state get from its first offshore wind agreements?
Louisiana’s Mineral and Energy Board approved the state’s first wind operating agreements in state offshore waters at its December meeting today, according to an announcement from Gov. John Bel Edwards and Louisiana Department of Natural Resources Secretary Tom Harris.
See how many rate cuts the Fed is projecting for next year
The Federal Reserve kept its key interest rate unchanged Wednesday for a third straight time, a sign that it is likely done raising rates...
DDD changing meeting schedule, adding committees
Baton Rouge’s Downtown Development District is moving away from a monthly meeting format while also creating four committees to help guide the organization.
Here’s how one law firm is using AI in Baton Rouge
Local law firm Kean Miller recently adopted a policy for its attorneys regarding the use of artificial intelligence technologies for work.
Beaux Jones named Water Institute president and CEO
The Water Institute has a new president and CEO: Breaux Jones.
Meet the Baton Rouge designer behind Jayden Daniels’ Heisman suit
All eyes were on LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels Saturday night as he accepted the 2023 Heisman Trophy, an honor that he called “a dream come true” in his acceptance speech.
Why the holiday bonus isn’t what it used to be
With inflation still running hot and potentially less robust sales—thanks to that looming recession this year—42% of small business owners reported having less than usual with which to reward employees in December.
Light House Coffee expands with room for seating, roasting and coffee classes
Light House Coffee on Lee Drive just added more seats and space with a recent expansion.
Roundup: Oil prices fall / Future of car safety / Hasbro job cuts
Six-month low: Oil prices fell more than 3% on today, hitting their lowest level in six months amid growing concerns of oversupply and new...
Get the latest on the Mississippi River bridge project
Planning work continues on a new bridge across the Mississippi River to alleviate local traffic on Interstate 10 through Baton Rouge, a consultant for the project said Monday.
Roundup: Keep Louisiana Beautiful / Real estate rules / Tucker Carlson
Greek Amphitheater update: The City of Baker and Keep LSU Beautiful were among 33 organizations to receive beautification grants this week from Keep Louisiana...
Entergy partnering with businesses for backup power services
Entergy Louisiana announced Monday afternoon that it was partnering with businesses to provide generators that will help boost the local power grid.
This EV battery chemical plant could get an $80M tax break
The Louisiana Board of Commerce and Industry last week approved an $80 million tax break this week for a Japanese company that promises to create nine full-time jobs once it builds a chemical plant in Jefferson Parish
