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Average long-term US mortgage rate hits highest level in more than 20 years
The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate climbed this week to its highest level in more than 20 years, grim news for would-be homebuyers already challenged by a housing market that remains competitive due to a dearth of homes for sale.
Construction underway at site of former Reggie’s bar
Construction is underway at the site of the former Reggie’s, the shuttered Tigerland bar that lost its liquor license following the death of LSU student Madison Brooks earlier this year.
BRAF’s Chris Meyer talks new direction on Strictly Business
Chris Meyer says he’s focused on helping the Baton Rouge Area Foundation reach the next level of impact in the Baton Rouge community.
Roundup: Hurricane preparations / College COVID precautions / Shipping costs
Severe weather plans: Gov. John Bel Edwards on Wednesday held a Unified Command Group meeting at the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency...
Louisiana agriculture and insurance commissioners elected without opposition
Baton Rouge Republican Tim Temple will regulate the Louisiana insurance as its next commissioner with the state mired in an insurance crisis, while Republican...
What new lending regulations mean for small business owners
The U.S. Small Business Administration and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau each issued new rules earlier this year that aim to expand funding access for small-business owners, especially those in underserved communities.
US unemployment claims fall as labor market continues to show resiliency
The U.S. labor market continues to flex its muscle as applications for jobless claims fell again last week and remain at healthy levels in the face of high interest rates and inflation.
What we know about the mayor’s plan to upgrade Baton Rouge roads
Mayor Sharon Weston Broome announced this afternoon an action plan to repave and restripe dozens of roads throughout the parish.
Roundup: LaLege app / LHC groundbreaking / Homebuilder sentiment
Democracy award: The National Conference of State Legislatures gave the Louisiana Legislature its annual Online Democracy Award today for its LaLege mobile app. The...
Aldi to buy 400 Winn-Dixie, Harveys supermarkets in the South
Discount grocer Aldi, which has three Baton Rouge-area stores under construction, announced today it plans to buy 400 Winn-Dixie and Harveys supermarkets in Louisiana, Florida, Alabama, Georgia and Mississippi.
Is the Federal Reserve planning more rate hikes?
Most Federal Reserve officials last month still regarded high inflation as an ongoing threat that could require further interest rate increases, according to the minutes of their July 25-26 meeting released this afternoon.
Urban Daiquiris expands with a location in Prairieville
Urban Daiquiris, originally established on Juban Road in Denham Springs about two years ago, has opened a second location on Airline Highway in Prairieville.
Louisiana’s gas tax rate is second lowest among states
Louisiana has the second-lowest gas tax rate in the nation, behind only Alaska, the Tax Foundation reports based on July data.
Why more businesses are nearshoring their supply chains
The share of companies making moves to nearshore their production nearly tripled this year, according to McKinsey's annual survey of supply chain leaders, Axios...
Rezoning of Pecue Lane properties recommended for approval by planning staff
Members of the city-parish planning staff say a pair of rezoning requests backed by nearly a dozen Pecue Lane residents meets the criteria for rezoning.
Roundup: Satellite governor’s office / Siegen Lane traffic / Intel deal scrapped
Campaign pledge: One candidate in the Louisiana governor's race says he would open a satellite office in Shreveport if he were to win and...
Louisiana legislative leaders direct tens of millions in state dollars to their own parishes
The city of Central got $3 million in the Louisiana state budget this year for batting cages, a locker room and a high school weight room.
Speedy Eats expands automated vending plans with Pressed Juicery partnership
Baton Rouge startup Speedy Eats is partnering with California-based juice brand Pressed Juicery to carry their products in its 25 existing indoor fridge units as well as its upcoming automatic vending concept.
Workdays taking on a ‘triple peak’ pattern at US companies
Researchers at Microsoft are documenting a new phenomenon they refer to as the “triple peak,” where workers’ activity spikes in the morning and afternoon and then a third time around 10 p.m., and the change has some managers frustrated, The Wall Street Journal reports.
Health Tip of the Week, sponsored by Baton Rouge General: Thick neck, big problems
Increased neck circumference can lead to some negative outcomes like snoring and sleep apnea. A thicker neck – larger than 17 inches for men...
