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What will reopening the economy look like?
Chambers of commerce offer help, information to local businesses Despite Gov. John Bel Edwards’ extension of a stay at home order until May 15, businesses throughout the area are preparing…
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Give for Good already under way due to pandemic
By Stacey Tinsley | BIZ. Magazine Nonprofits need help now more than ever. During this time of stay at home and social distancing, one of north Louisiana’s largest fundraising events…
Opinion
Why ‘Why’ matters to your business
One spring day when I was seven, Dad told me to pick up the bits of trash in the yard. I asked Dad why. With frustration in his voice, Dad…
Opinion
La. Tech pivots with the changes
At Louisiana Tech University, we recognize that education and the industry of learning is changing because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Educators and institutions across the country are being challenged to…
Opinion
Forged in crisis: The making of a better BPCC
The world of higher education is in a state of flux, and a new normal is coming at us like a Jordan Hicks fastball. I am proud of the response…
Opinion
Workplace safety in the reopened economy
With cases of COVID-19 on the decline in the United States, federal, state, and local governments have begun to ease the various restrictions currently in place, with an eye to…
Opinion
Going back to work may mean a new career
Many workers in North Louisiana are struggling because of the uncertainty of not knowing if, or when, their jobs will return. But they should be given some measure of hope…
Opinion
After the unprecedented shut-down of Louisiana’s economy necessitated by the COVID-19 pandemic, our state is ready to get back to work. Governor John Bel Edwards is committed to reopening parts…
Opinion
We still have much to be #thankful for
While there has been much uncertainty in our lives as we have changed our routines to combat the COVID-19 outbreak, you have actually had a whole community supporting you during…
Opinion
Rozeman: Looking Ahead – Realistic Expectations of COVID-19
Over the last few weeks, we have watched the global pandemic and economic recession unfold on our television and computer screens. The phrase “flattening the curve” has become a part…
News
Edwards extends ‘stay at home’ order to May 15
By David Jacobs | The Center Square Gov. John Bel Edwards announced Monday he will extend Louisiana’s “stay at home” order with some changes until May 15 in hopes of…
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North Louisiana Economic Partnership (NLEP) President Scott Martinez has been appointed to two advisory task forces aimed at reopening Louisiana’s economy: the Governor’s Resilient Louisiana Commission and the Louisiana Legislative…
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Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport moves Obstetric and Pediatric Patients to its St. Mary Medical Center
Last month Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport announced plans to move its Women’s & Children’s inpatient services, currently located on Kings Highway, to its St. Mary Medical Center at 915 Margaret…
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The May 2020 edition of BIZ. Magazine features the reopening of the economy from a business standpoint. What do you need to know? Where do you find worthwhile, applicable information?…
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Mike Johnson: I-49 Inner-City Connector delayed
The I-49 Inner-City Connector project is looking at a delay of at least 18 months, according to Congressman Mike Johnson, R-Dist. 4. He made the announcement during the Bossier Chamber…
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Tourism: Events are Roaring Back in 2021
Brandy Evans | Special to BIZ. Magazine The year 2020 started with such promise. Momentum was building in the meetings market and bids were being pitched to host conferences like…