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Experts at LSU weigh in on impact of historically low Mississippi River
During October, the Mississippi River has seen record low levels from Illinois to Louisiana.
Fossil fuel demand predicted to peak in next few years
Global demand for fossil fuels could peak starting later this decade, according to a prominent energy forecaster
Stirling announces three new tenants for Hammond Square shopping center
Stirling Properties recently announced that the company has signed a trio of new tenants for its Hammond Square shopping center:
US retail inventories increase 0.4% in September from August
Adjusted retail inventories for September were estimated at an end-of-month level of $744 billion, an increase of 0.4% from August 2022 and a 22.2% jump from September 2021
New Zee Zee’s planned for former George’s location
The former location of a popular Baton Rouge restaurant may soon be back in business with a familiar name.
Roundup: Tech accelerator / Early voters / SEC rules
Startups: The Idea Village is now accepting applications for VILLAGEx 2023, a business accelerator for tech companies in the Gulf Coast region who are...
Feral hogs cost Louisiana more than $90M annually
From rooting up crops to destroying farm infrastructure, Louisiana’s growing population of feral hogs causes $91.1 million in damage to agricultural and timber lands...
Midterm elections have historically been good for stock investors
The Nov. 8 midterm election could be a positive event for shareholders, who’ve seen major indexes drop into bear market territory this year—more than 20% below recent highs.
Mixed-use commercial property near Siegen Lane sells for $840,000
A mixed-use commercial property on Pennywood Avenue in the industrial park area off Siegen Lane was recently purchased for $840,000, according to records with the East Baton Rouge Parish Clerk of Court's office.
Metro Council to take up stormwater district repeal, money for River Center
The East Baton Rouge Metro Council is set to consider repealing the stormwater utility district they created a little more than a month ago.
Startup tips from the founder of smart vending machine firm PopCom
For serial entrepreneur Dawn Dickson, brilliant business ideas can often come from anywhere, including an existing business.
Roundup: Air Products project / Consumer confidence / ASAP in NYC
Environmental impact: Amid concerns over a plan to potentially store carbon dioxide beneath Lake Maurepas, Southeastern Louisiana University announced it will be tasked with...
LABI announces annual Free Enterprise Award winners
The Louisiana Association of Business and Industry today announced its 2022 Free Enterprise Award winners, with a few active in the Capital Region.
LMOGA president: Oil industry must get greener to remain vital
Global demand is pushing toward cleaner energy and Louisiana must follow, according to an oil and gas industry leader, reports Houma Today.
“If we are...
As shipping costs continue to rise, companies make moves to adjust
Rising shipping costs are primed to squeeze profits for businesses of all sizes this holiday season, The Wall Street Journal reports.
Entrepreneurs and executives say...
Shell, Huntsman, Georgia-Pacific seeking new ITEP exemptions
Shell Chemical’s planned $512 million lubricant plant at its existing facility in Geismar headlines the Capital Region projects seeking Industrial Tax Exemption Program relief from local property taxes.
Dallas-based Tap Innovations tops LSU 100 rankings
Dallas-based Tap Innovations has been named the fastest-growing company owned or led by an LSU alumnus.
LSU announced its annual LSU 100 rankings this afternoon....
Louisiana Lottery sales dip during 2022 fiscal year
Louisiana Lottery sales slumped some in 2022 after a record year in 2021, though revenues remained high, contributing $191.2 million
Louisiana among states vying for federal cash to create ‘hydrogen hubs’
Across the country, states are signing agreements with neighbors or striking out on their own to pursue billions in federal funding to set up “hydrogen hubs,
Land on Greenwell Springs Road sells to self-storage developer for $2.32M
Two parcels of land measuring a combined 6.77 acres in the Forest Park area on Greenwell Springs Road have sold for $2.32 million,
