Economic Development

ExxonMobil partners with oil transportation firm for joint pipeline venture in Louisiana 

A Texas-based oil transportation and storage firm is partnering with ExxonMobil to expand its...

How could Louisiana increase foreign trade and investment? 

The Louisiana Board of International Commerce today released a strategy to build upon the recent growth the state has experienced in foreign trade and investment.

DR Horton buys lots in Baker subdivision

National homebuilder DR Horton has purchased 20 lots in the Sunshine Gardens subdivision in Baker. 

Financial and enrollment cliffs worry LSU’s president

LSU President William Tate listed tax policy as his primary concern going into the first year of Gov.-elect Jeff Landry’s tenure with a new legislature being seated. He shared his thoughts Wednesday in an address to the school’s Faculty Senate. 

1 Key to Success

An avid outdoor sportsperson for most of his life, Logan Meaux noticed a problem...

State’s agriculture and forestry losses due to drought reach a staggering number

Louisiana agriculture and forestry suffered $1.69 billion in damage due to this summer’s drought and excessive heat, according to preliminary estimates by LSU AgCenter experts.
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Freight brokerage firm eyes Baton Rouge expansion

A freight brokerage firm specializing in the transportation of full truckload freight is looking to add a facility in Baton Rouge. 

Ascension Parish eyed for potential $350M manufacturing facility

A Chinese-owned producer of materials for rechargeable batteries is considering building a $350 million...

Housing prediction forecasts continuing declines for Baton Rouge market

National real estate experts are predicting Baton Rouge will see the third-highest decline in sales growth in the nation next year. 

State agriculture commissioner looking to boost Louisiana’s firefighting capability 

Louisiana Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain plans to ask the Legislature for $43...