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Environmental groups challenge Hyundai steel mill air permit ahead of hearing
Environmental organizations and residents near the proposed Hyundai-POSCO Louisiana Steel mill are raising concerns about the project's air permit ahead of a public hearing...
Blue Point One ushers in the next chapter of Ascension’s industrial boom
Federal officials, state leaders, and energy executives will gather Wednesday to celebrate a milestone years in the making as CF Industries breaks ground on...
This Southern alum is building a fintech platform for community banks
Securitization has long helped large banks move loans off their balance sheets and free up capital to lend again. But for smaller banks, the...
A 46-acre subdivision moves forward in Donaldsonville
The Donaldsonville City Council voted unanimously on Tuesday to approve an ordinance that allows a development agreement paving the way for a new residential...
How long does it take to land SpaceX? Apparently, just six months
Louisiana’s deal to land SpaceX’s $100 billion Vermilion Parish spaceport project came together in just over six months, according to Louisiana Economic Development Secretary...
Dutch Bros eyes two more locations for Capital Region expansion
National coffee chain Dutch Bros Coffee is planning to expand its footprint in the Capital Region with two additional locations.
The company has applied for...
Inside SpaceX’s $100B plans for Louisiana
SpaceX, the Elon Musk-led aerospace company, is investing $100 billion to build a launch facility in coastal Vermilion Parish, state officials announced Tuesday morning...
It’s official: SpaceX is coming to Louisiana
SpaceX, the Elon Musk-led aerospace company, is investing $100 billion to build a launch facility in coastal Vermilion Parish, state officials announced Tuesday morning...
This Baton Rouge startup is taking aim at the chemical industry’s ‘propylene gap’
Baton Rouge startup Renovigo Chemicals is developing a new way to make acrylonitrile, a key ingredient in carbon fiber, plastics and synthetic rubber. The...
Fleur de Lis Pizza comeback hits reset as owners rethink renovation plans
The long-awaited return of Fleur de Lis Pizza has hit another hurdle, with the restaurant's owners abandoning their original renovation strategy in favor of...
Who’s building and who’s buying in Greater Baton Rouge
A look at the latest issued permits and property transactions across East Baton Rouge, Ascension and Livingston parishes.
East Baton Rouge Parish
Metro Industriplex Properties...
Where the state auditor’s sweeping review of Baton Rouge finances stands
Louisiana Legislative Auditor Mike Waguespack expects his office’s sweeping review of East Baton Rouge city-parish finances to be completed in Q1 2027.
He cautions, however,...
This popular Taiwanese bakery chain is coming to Baton Rouge
85°C Bakery Cafe, an international Taiwanese bakery-and-coffee chain with more than 1,000 locations worldwide, is planning to open a Baton Rouge location this fall.
The...
Old Dominion Freight Line to build new $10M service center in logistics corridor
North Carolina-based Old Dominion Freight Line is set to begin construction of its new Baton Rouge service center in an area experiencing a resurgence...
Summer revenue slide continues for Baton Rouge casinos
Baton Rouge's casino market cooled in July, with revenue declining 7.7% from June as all three local gaming properties posted month-over-month losses for the...
Gilla Brewing Company’s growth recipe: Community plus innovation
Gilla Brewing Company began with Alex Shillings and fellow home brewers and craft beer enthusiasts who shared a dream. Opening its doors in October...
Amazon expands local footprint with lease deal for 61 North Logistics Center
Delivery giant Amazon has signed a lease to occupy the 240,000-square-foot 61 North Logistics Center on Tom Drive, a company spokesperson confirms to Daily...
Charter completes Cox acquisition, bringing changes for Louisiana customers
Capital Region customers could soon see new mobile, internet and customer service options after Charter Communications completed its acquisition of Cox Communications, bringing Baton...
Straight Talk with Donaldsonville Mayor Leroy Sullivan
Donaldsonville is entering a new era of growth as billions of dollars in industrial investment look to transform the west bank of Ascension Parish....
North Baton Rouge grocery development moves forward with a new strategy
The developers behind the proposed Blvd at Harding mixed-use development in Howell Place are moving forward with a scaled first phase after Gov. Jeff...
