Economic Development

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

DDD official: Gotcha’s bikeshare expansion will benefit downtown

Following a largely pandemic-triggered surge in ridership, Gotcha Baton Rouge will grow its local footprint in 2021—a move downtown officials believe will benefit the city’s central business district.

Baton Rouge residential construction permits rise in 2020

Despite the economic downturn that occurred in 2020, residential development in Baton Rouge continued...

One-time tire shredder grant goes to buy insecticide instead

The $600,000 federal grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that East...

Electric Depot’s progress hurt by COVID-19, but projected to pick up in 2021

Amid the pandemic, Electric Depot—originally touted as a catalyst for Mid City’s redevelopment—has been slower to take off than anticipated. However, activity could potentially be on the upswing.

BRAC economic report shows continued job losses in Capital Region

  The Baton Rouge Area Chamber today released its latest economic indicator report, analyzing the...

American companies delaying return-to-office, keeping employees in limbo

The hardest question to answer for American corporations: When should offices reopen? From Silicon Valley...
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Shell plans to close seven more refineries over next decade

Global energy company Shell says it plans to eliminate seven refineries and reduce production...

Are downtown office buildings for sale a sign of trouble in the market?

If you browse the commercial real estate listings, you might be surprised by the...

Hospitality group files advance notice for new hotel on Siegen

Siegen Retail LLC of Metairie has filed an advance notice with Louisiana Economic Development regarding plans for a new hotel off Siegen Lane.

Gov. Edwards at odds with Biden over moratorium on oil and gas leases

Gov. John Bel Edwards disagrees with President Joe Biden's targeting of fossil fuel industries...
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