Business News

May 10, 2023

GUEST POST: Checking Off Your Spring To-Do List Just Got Easier

Written by Laurel Hess. Laurel is the Founder and CEO of hampr, an on-demand laundry service app based in Lafayette. A long-time...

May 9, 2023

Louisiana considers limiting state business with banks over gun and energy policies

The Louisiana State Bond Commission is considering further limiting the state's business with large banks based on their dealings with...

May 7, 2023

Louisiana Senate to take next look at proposed budget

Originally posted by The Center Square The Louisiana Senate is next to weigh in on the operating budget after lawmakers in the House...

May 2, 2023

ADVOCATE: Jobs increase in Louisiana in March, thanks to gains in Baton Rouge

Originally published by Timothy Boone for The Advocate Louisiana added 9,500 jobs from February to March, with the vast majority of the...

May 2, 2023

Louisiana Lawmakers Debate Extending Motion Picture Tax Credit Program

In Louisiana, also known as “Hollywood South,” a debate has arisen over a motion picture tax credit program that has been attracting...

Apr 26, 2023

DOW CEO Jim Fittering Visits River Parish Community College to Promote Manufacturing Jobs in LA

Today at River Parish Community College, Creator Wanted made their 13th stop on their tour around the country to promote manufacturing...

Apr 26, 2023

Louisiana's Hemp Industry Fights Back Against Proposed Bills with Drastic Changes

The Louisiana hemp industry is facing a challenging time with the advancement of two bills in the state legislature that will greatly...

Apr 25, 2023

PATTERSON: Building Pathways to Success in Louisiana

Louisiana’s job market is strong. Job openings number in the tens of thousands. Employers across our state are doing everything they can...

Apr 21, 2023

Food Truck Business Wins in 2023 LSU Venture Challenge with Innovative Culinary Concept

Rollin’ Yöggler’s Turkey Durkeys, a quick-service food concept featuring fried turkey fingers and stuffing fries served from food trucks,...

Apr 18, 2023

Chevron & Toyota Showcase New Renewable Gas Blend on Baton Rouge Stop of Gulf Coast Road Trip

Today, the Louisiana Association of Business & Industry headquarters in Baton Rouge, LA, hosted executives from Chevron to show off the...

Apr 10, 2023

Starlight Studios Plans Expansion in Louisiana Despite the Challenges of the Movie Industry

Starlight Studios is one of the largest television and movie soundstage operators in south Louisiana, and it's been thriving since it was...

Apr 5, 2023

Louisiana Sees Job Growth in February; Unemployment Rate Continues to Fall

Louisiana continued to see a rise in employment opportunities for residents, with nonfarm jobs increasing by 13,600 from January,...