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From parlays to playbooks: Colleges can now cash in on sports betting
Though not directly related to the House settlement, a newly passed Louisiana law is directing millions of dollars in sports betting tax revenue to college athletic programs across the state.
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Capital Region executives weigh in on the past and present NIL landscape
One Baton Rouge business that has been active in the NIL space is Mercedes-Benz of Baton Rouge. The dealership has in recent years partnered with star LSU athletes like Garrett Nussmeier, Flau’jae Johnson and...
The end of an era: How LSU is navigating the new world of college athletics
A federal judge’s approval of the landmark House vs. NCAA settlement this spring signals a major shift away from the NCAA’s century-old model of amateurism and sets the stage for a complete upheaval of...
Louisiana’s job losses are rising
Louisiana’s initial unemployment insurance claims rose slightly for the week ending July 26, according to data released by the Louisiana Workforce Commission.
The state reported 1,914 initial claims, up from 1,827 the previous week—a 4.8%...
Here’s where Panda Express will open its fourth Baton Rouge location
Plans are moving forward for a new Panda Express in a rapidly growing area of Baton Rouge.
A $2.4 million building permit was issued earlier this month for the restaurant, which will be on West...
Walker industrial property nets $1.1M sale
A vacant industrial warehouse and office property in Walker has been sold, with the new owner planning to bring in a tenant soon.
Baton Rouge-based RS Airline LLC purchased the property on Comar Drive in...
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Image Studios, a salon suite franchise, has opened a location in Baton Rouge, its first in Louisiana.
The salon and studio coworking space is located at 10000 Perkins Rowe, with the brand-new site occupying 5,275 square feet. Construction on the...