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Where to enjoy cigars in Baton Rouge
Capital Region cigar smokers have plenty of places to explore the world of cigars.
Sonic property at Government and 10th sells for $2.6M
The Sonic Drive-In at Government and 10th streets was sold to a California-based LLC for $2.6 million on Monday
After 22 years, Apple is discontinuing the iPod
The iPod began with a modest goal: Let’s create a music product that makes people want to buy more Macintosh computers.
Local restaurant owners face price hike dilemma over rising vegetable oil prices
Vegetable oil prices have soared in recent months, forcing local restaurant owners to decide whether to raise prices on customers.
Baton Rouge-area foreclosure filings up nearly 250% from a year ago
Foreclosure filings in the Baton Rouge area were up more than 246% in April compared to the same time last year, when the federal government had a foreclosure moratorium in place.
Roundup: Tony Spell / Hiring freezes / IRS data
Overturned: The Louisiana Supreme Court today ruled that COVID-19 restrictions put in place by Gov. John Bel Edwards violated the rights of Baton Rouge-area...
First Small Sliders franchise will open in Thibodaux
The company, founded in 2019, announced last summer its plans to open a franchise program for its restaurants, which are built using shipping containers.
Keeping schools out of NIL dealings opened the door for boosters
By trying to limit how much schools can help college athletes cashing in on their fame, the NCAA seems to have inadvertently opened the door for boosters to get a foothold in a burgeoning market.
State Senate passes bill to promote competition among EV charging stations
A bill designed to ensure competition among electric vehicle charging stations has cleared the Louisiana Senate with near-unanimous support, according to The Center Square.
The...
How Performance Contractors circumvented delays, shortages
It was unquestionably serendipitous. A few years back, Performance Contractors in Baton Rouge began an extensive self-assessment to gain better visibility into its procurement processes.
State construction bill includes $20M for University Lakes project
The current version of the state’s capital outlay bill includes a $20 million commitment to complete the University Lakes improvement project, Sen. Franklin Foil says.
Refinancing slows following boom of last two years
Refinancing in Baton Rouge has hit the brakes as mortgage rates rise, putting an end to the pandemic refinancing boom sparked by historically low interest rates.
Roundup: Saints schedule / Diesel costs / Fed chair
Fall 2022: The New Orleans Saints’ 2022 regular season schedule was leaked earlier today, with the official schedule set to be released at 7...
LOGA assails Biden administration over lease sale cancellation
Louisiana Oil and Gas Association President Mike Moncla today released a statement urging the federal government to renew its five-year offshore leasing plan, in...
D’s Southern Soul Café owner Deborah Dickerson’s food is ‘off the chain’
Dickerson is the owner and founder of D’s Southern Soul Café in historic downtown Plaquemine, a friendly, inviting spot on Railroad Avenue.
Influential Woman in Business: Ginger Laurent of Louisiana Bankers Association
It all started with a phone call.
Ginger Laurent’s career in banking began one summer when she was looking for some part-time student work. At...
Garth Brooks concert brings Baton Rouge hotels $1.6M in revenue
East Baton Rouge Parish hotels raked in $1.6 million on April 30, the night of the Garth Brooks concert at Tiger Stadium, the Baton Rouge Area Chamber reports.
St. George verdict expected in a few weeks as trial ends
The St. George incorporation trial ended today with the judge saying he will issue a ruling in the next few weeks.
DDD recommends BREC’s Whitney Sayal for executive director position
The Downtown Development District’s executive director search committee and full commission unanimously voted to recommend Whitney Sayal to fill the long-vacant executive director position during Wednesday’s meeting.
Gov. Edwards renews push for bridge funding after higher revenue projection
Gov. John Bel Edwards is asking Baton Rouge business leaders to urge lawmakers to support dedicating $500 million for a new Mississippi River bridge in the Capital Region.
