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Small businesses oppose rerouting of COVID aid

Small business owners are bristling over a congressional proposal that would redirect unspent money...

Capital Region homes sales down, prices up amid tight supply

Fewer homes were sold in the Capital Region in March compared to a year ago, while the average sales price continued to rise, according to the latest report from the Greater Baton Rouge Association of Realtors.

BRAC report shows region added 5,200 jobs in February 

The Capital Region added 5,200 jobs in February, with seven of eight key industry sectors showing month-over-month gains according to the latest economic indicator report from the Baton Rouge Area Chamber.  

ITEP bill up for Senate debate as advocacy group offers data in support 

Together Louisiana today released a report backing Senate Bill 151, a proposed constitutional amendment that would make permanent the changes to the Industrial Tax Exemption Program enacted by Gov. John Bel Edwards in 2016. 

Catch a sneak peek of this year’s Parade of Homes

The Home Builders Association of Greater Baton Rouge’s Parade of Homes, presented by Ferguson,...

Feeding America CEO’s key to success is never quitting 

"Quitters never win and winners never quit" is a slogan that appears in many locker rooms across America. The saying also sums up Claire Babineaux-Fontenot's view of the mentality of people who are successful even in the face of adversity. 
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Ascension Parish coalition urges state to prioritize widening La. 30

Business and political leaders in Ascension Parish are calling on state government to prioritize...

Litter around city dock, downtown levee a growing concern

The debris and trash around the city dock and the downtown levee is an eyesore for tourists visiting the city, says downtown resident Marty Engquist.

Visit Baton Rouge will study possible River Center improvements

Visit Baton Rouge plans to issue a request for proposals seeking a consultant to review potential improvements to make the Raising Cane’s River Center more competitive. 

Planned half-mile road will open 200 acres for Ardendale project

An estimated $4 million new road connecting North Ardenwood Drive to Lobdell Boulevard will open up 200 acres to build the Ardendale community, the Baton Rouge Area Foundation announced today.