Economic Development

Jennifer Maggio talks transformation

Her nonprofit, Life of a Single Mom, is pursuing an aggressive growth plan: 100 new chapters nationwide.

Guest viewpoint: Baton Rouge’s IBM partnership pays off

Charles Masters of IBM writes, in a guest opinion, writes the company's partnership with Baton Rouge and Louisiana is stronger than ever.

Tevin Wade is fighting for a seat at the business table

Tevin Wade, as an African American business owner, is overcoming challenges while growing his electrical contracting company, Core Electrical Contractors.

News alert: IBM meets revised hiring goal with state

IBM, after receiving a two-year extension, hits its promised hiring goal for its Baton Rouge operations with 811 full-time employees.

Publisher: Louisiana losing jobs under Gov. John Bel Edwards

Despite the campaign rhetoric, the reality is Louisiana is losing jobs—and citizens—under the tenure of Gov. John Bel Edwards. Also, a remembrance of former Gov. Kathleen Blanco and a look into the background of Library Board member Chance Wilson.

Design: Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital

The $230 million Our Lady of the Lake Children's Hospital was designed by HKS in Dallas and built by Brasfield & Gorrie from Nashville.
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What are LSU and Research Park Corporation doing to improve the entrepreneurial ecosystem?

Rather than embrace an Emergent Method study, Research Park Corporation and LSU say following big-picture themes will boost the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

JR Ball: A quest for substance in Louisiana governor’s race

So, here’s what we know about the main contenders jockeying to become the next...

Publisher: Will Baton Rouge ever learn … and embrace change?

They say, “the more things change, the more they remain the same.” As I...

Grocery stores specialize to compete in crowded market

In the span of a typical week, Courtney Bush will often visit three, sometimes...