What the latest Louisiana energy production numbers show

Louisiana crude oil and natural gas production both saw year-over-year dips in October, according to newly released data from the Energy Information Administration. Crude oil production stood at 82,000 barrels per day in October, up 10.3%...

Initial unemployment claims in Louisiana took a significant tumble

As unemployment claims are dropping around the nation, initial claims are also falling in Louisiana, according to the latest figures available from the Louisiana Workforce Commission.  Initial unemployment claims dropped more than 30% last week...

Local sales tax collections picked up in October

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Why Baton Rouge doctors are banking on wearables in 2025

Apple Watches, Oura rings and Fitbits are more than trendy tech devices. They are shifting the health care landscape as we know it. And Baton Rouge doctors predict wearable health monitoring devices will become...

This local bridal boutique is expanding with a private appointment suite 

Baton Rouge brides will soon be able to say “yes to the dress” in a new way. Bustle Bridal Baton Rouge, a local bridal boutique established in 2007, is expanding with a 1,000-square-foot luxury bridal...

Chicky Sandos is opening a second location. Here’s where you’ll find it

Chicky Sandos, a Baton Rouge restaurant specializing in Nashville-style hot chicken sandwiches, will soon open its second brick-and-mortar location. The new restaurant will be located at 12555 Airline Highway near Woman’s Hospital in a space...

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Communicate to build community

Did you know that communication, community and communion all share the same etymology? It’s “communis,” which means “with, together” and “oneness, union.” My friend Erwin...

Leadership development strategies for rising generations

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, business leaders must be more dynamic than ever in their approaches to leadership development. Shifting workforce demographics—coupled with the...

When moving on to the next thing, what’s the proper way to exit?

Sooner or later, you are going to change jobs. A better offer will come your way, and it’ll be the perfect next step for...

Jon Gordon: Why craftsmanship matters

I wrote a book called The Carpenter but it’s really about being a craftsman. What’s the difference? A carpenter builds things. But a craftsman or...

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