Eileen McClelland is a freelance writer who enjoys telling stories about the people, businesses and places shaping Baton Rouge. She writes about everything from health care and business trends to local entrepreneurs and executives. She also covers the jewelry industry on a national level for B2B magazines. A former editor and feature writer for the Houston Chronicle, Eileen holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Kent State University in Ohio. Eileen divides her time between Baton Rouge and New Orleans, where she is a member of the Krewe of Morpheus.

The real story: Louisiana’s Capital Region

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A $5.8 billion steel mill. A $4 billion ammonia facility. Over $10.6 billion in...

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