Jordan Arceneaux is a staff writer for Business Report and Ascension Business Report news editor covering commercial and residential real estate, economic development and other issues shaping the Baton Rouge region’s business community. An experienced journalist and communications professional, his coverage focuses on the people, projects, investments and trends driving the Capital Region’s economy, with an emphasis on development, major business deals and emerging industries. Arceneaux previously worked in sports journalism in Louisiana and Mississippi before shifting to business reporting.

Metro Council approves $30,000 settlement with journalist Kiran Chawla

Journalist Kiran Chawla and her attorney, Jill Craft, agreed to reduce legal expenses by...

Local developer has plans for Longwood Plantation site near L’Auberge

Developer Mike Wampold has purchased 85 acres on River Road south of L’Auberge, including...

See what Ascension Parish is planning for this newly purchased property

Ascension Parish purchased 7.5 acres within a 14-acre tract in Gonzales last week to...

A snapshot of the commercial real estate market in Baton Rouge

Commercial sales transactions in East Baton Rouge Parish are down nearly 8%, with the...

Warehouse project slated for South Harrell’s Ferry Road

A 30,000-square-foot warehouse with an office building for one tenant is in the works...

Cannabis industry’s economic impact could be harmed by legislation

A bill that would stop sales of all products containing THC is one step...

LSU investing in 27 faculty research projects

LSU Provost’s Fund for Innovation in Research is investing $1.2 million to fund 27...

Baton Rouge, EBR populations continue to decline, new data shows

The population in Baton Rouge has steadily declined over the course of the past...

Local company acquires consulting firm to expand its Louisiana footprint

Baton Rouge-based Lofton Staffing and Security recently acquired Frazee Recruiting Consultants LLC to expand...

How the Baton Rouge residential market faired in April

The residential real estate market in the Baton Rouge area saw a decline in...