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Third 225GIVES event ends at midnight; $800K raised so far
Baton Rouge’s third-ever 24-hour online fundraiser supporting local nonprofits is happening today.
Louisiana lawmakers want to be seen on God’s side during election year
During an election year in Louisiana, lawmakers want to be seen as on God's side in a state where Christianity is the dominant faith.
Get to know 2023 Influential Women in Business honoree Connie Fabré
It has been 19 years since she took the helm at GBRIA, and during her tenure, Fabre has guided the organization in bringing about meaningful, impactful change.
Gayle Benson says funding for state’s entrepreneurs isn’t nearly enough
Louisiana should be one of the best places in the country for entrepreneurship because the characteristics its residents are known for—creativity, originality and resilience—also are hallmarks of the most successful entrepreneurs, Gayle Benson said today.
How ending the federal public health emergency will impact your business
The Department of Health and Human Services will end the federal public health emergency for COVID-19 on May 11, because of a decline in...
Roundup: Louisiana job gains / Higher ed diversity / Bank targeted
Net increase: Private sector employment in Louisiana increased by 7.3% during the third quarter of 2022, according to a report from the U.S. Bureau...
South Louisiana turnarounds could max out labor as capital projects ramp up
A significant uptick in maintenance turnarounds is most definitely on the way, beginning this spring and then followed by a much larger splash in...
Fed raises key rate but hints it may pause amid bank turmoil
The Federal Reserve reinforced its fight against high inflation today by raising its key interest rate by a quarter-point to the highest level in 16 years.
Get to know 2023 Influential Women in Business honoree Anita Byrne
For Anita Byrne, it’s not just about doing the work; it’s how the work’s ripple effects make life better for others.
KOK Wings & Things expands to Baton Rouge
Lafayette-based KOK Wings & Things will open its first restaurant in the Capital Region—in the Electric Depot on Government Street—this weekend.
Rouses eyes fall opening date for north Baton Rouge store
Rouses Market is looking at a Nov. 1 opening date for its new north Baton Rouge grocery store, at the corner of Florida Boulevard and North Ardenwood Drive.
Roundup: Lawmaker pay / Home prices / AI job replacement
Salary increase: Louisiana lawmakers took the first step in giving themselves a pay raise Tuesday, advancing a bill that would more than double the...
Pricing shifts at Indeed frustrate small business owners
The largest job search site has run afoul of the small business community, The Wall Street Journal reports.
Baton Rouge waiting for possible impact from Hollywood writers strike
Late-night TV shows including The Tonight Show and The Daily Show will begin airing reruns Tuesday as unionized screenwriters soured by diminished pay in...
Legislation tightening regulations on carbon capture projects moving forward
Legislation to tighten regulations for carbon capture projects is moving through the Louisiana House following strong opposition to those projects in some communities.
Parishes could see larger oil and gas revenues if voters approve
Lawmakers advanced two proposed constitutional amendments Monday that would give parish governments a larger share of oil and gas tax revenues.
Film and television charter school proposed for Baton Rouge
New Schools for Louisiana is working on establishing a new charter school in Baton Rouge that would offer career and technical training to students interested in the film and television industry.
Roundup: Tuesday Morning / Louisiana last again / Bank deposit insurance
Out of business: Tuesday Morning is closing all three of its Baton Rouge-area locations in the next few weeks. The Daily Advertiser reports that...
Bogie’s owners purchase bar property for $1.05M
The owners of popular LSU-area bar Bogie's purchased the bar’s property on East Boyd Drive for $1.05 million this week.
State taking applications for Restore Louisiana small business loans
The Restore Louisiana Small Business Loan Program is now accepting applications for small businesses and nonprofits affected by natural disasters in 2020 and 2021, Gov. John Bel Edwards announced today.
