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Cajun Tubing and Kayaking opens in former TIki Tubing location
The owners of a new tubing and kayaking business in Livingston Parish are vowing to put safety first—and are looking to distance themselves from...
New interior decor and gift shop Norah opens this weekend
A new interiors and gift shop debuts this Saturday on Highland Road.
Get to know 2023 Influential Women in Business honoree Zelma Murray Frederick
For as long as Zelma Murray Frederick can remember, she has wanted to be an attorney.
What will the Alabama gambling case mean for college sports?
Alabama fired its baseball coach this week amid an investigation into suspicious bets involving a Crimson Tide game at LSU.
The school did not give...
PAR commentary: House budget plan is setting the stage for a late-session clash
Spending plans crafted by Republican leaders in the Louisiana House and approved this week would trade most of the governor’s recommended education investments to instead pay down retirement debt, setting up a financial clash with senators who want a different approach.
LSU mechanical engineering students’ project could have industry applications
As part of its senior capstone design project, a team of LSU mechanical engineering students is developing a process that could make embedding both...
Roundup: I-10 widening / Mortgage rates / Facebook sanctions
Possible slowdown: The Department of Transportation and Development sent out a notice today warning drivers of additional work activity along Interstate 10 from the...
‘Antiques Roadshow’ rolled into Baton Rouge this week
This week, the 20-time Emmy-nominated PBS series Antiques Roadshow made Baton Rouge its first stop for its upcoming season.
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...
