Economic Development

Business expansions, relocations, incentives, and investment fueling economic growth across the Baton Rouge area.

Gonzales’ Freeland Jackson Center is heading towards a summer debut

The city of Gonzales is nearing completion of its Freeland Jackson Center, a multipurpose...

Ascension’s hiring crunch: Who’s filling the gap?

Employers across Ascension Parish are navigating a tightening labor market, as workforce shortages and...

New eats and shops are rolling into Ascension Parish

Ascension Parish’s restaurant and retail scene continues to expand, with new grocery stores, coffee...

Straight Talk with Ascension Parish President Clint Cointment

As Ascension Parish President Clint Cointment navigates one of Louisiana’s fastest-growing parishes, balancing rapid...

BRAF report outlines road map to move families up the ladder economically

Improving access to education, strengthening workforce pathways and expanding housing affordability rank among the...

The latest on FMOL Health’s $30M renovation of its Ollie Steele nursing facility

A $30 million renovation of Ollie Steele Burden Manor on Essen Lane is expected...
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‘A new front porch’? Here’s what Plan Baton Rouge III recommends for the riverfront

Downtown Baton Rouge’s new master plan proposes a dramatic reimagining of the Mississippi Riverfront. Planners...

Downtown Baton Rouge’s new master plan is here. What’s in it?

After months of research and stakeholder engagement, downtown Baton Rouge’s new master plan has...

Baton Rouge tourism had a $1.3B impact in 2025

Tourism in the Capital City generated $1.3 billion spent by visitors in 2025, supported...

Cook Out to enter Baton Rouge market by taking over stalled Starbucks site

North Carolina-based restaurant chain Cook Out plans to enter the Louisiana market, with its...
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