Plans for Bluebonnet apartment complex deferred amid neighborhood opposition

The Planning Commission deferred until December considering the site plans for a proposed apartment complex on Bluebonnet Boulevard, at the intersection of Burbank Drive. 

What’s inside those offices abandoned during pandemic isn’t always pretty 

When people left their offices as pandemic lockdowns set in back in March, they probably didn’t realize they’d be gone so long. Now, these...

EBR commercial property sales jump 57% in October

After the global pandemic brought the market to a screeching halt earlier this year, commercial sales are picking up with the number of sales in East Baton Rouge Parish rising 57% in October from the month prior. 

DR Horton pays $3.3M for 75 lots in southeast Zachary

Texas-based homebuilder DR Horton bought 75 lots in southeast Zachary for a new planned development near Old Weiss and Lower Zachary roads. 

Bardwell Homes buys 25 lots in Clark’s Ferry development

Baton Rouge-based homebuilder Scott Bardwell closed on the final 25 lots in the Clark’s Ferry subdivision, at Hoo Shoo Too and Vignes roads. 

Baton Rouge photographer opens studio, salon suites on Goodwood

Local photographer Aaron Hogan has moved his business Eye Wander Photo into a new building on Goodwood Boulevard, across the street from the Main Library. 

Jules Madere Jewelers closing, new jewelry store moving in

After 72 years in business, including 35 years in its current location in the Bocage Village Shopping Center, Jules Madere Jewelers is closing its doors.

Nevada real estate firm acquires former HomeTowne Studios

Real estate investment company Siegel Group Nevada acquired the former HomeTowne Studios Baton Rouge extended stay hotel in an off-market transaction, Siegel Group announced this week. 

Willow Ridge residents withdraw annexation petitions, will likely refile in future

The 13 Willow Ridge homeowners who want to annex out of the prospective city of St. George and into Baton Rouge have all withdrawn...

Local investors buy 88-acre site on Airline Highway 

A group of local investors have purchased an 88-acre site on Airline Highway and Baringer Foreman Road for roughly $5.1 million. 

Total Wine & More seeks permit for Siegen Village Shopping Center

The Siegen Village Shopping Center could be getting a Total Wine & More, according to permits filed with the East Baton Rouge Clerk of...

BREW Agency relocating to Perkins Road garden office park

BREW Agency, a Baton Rouge-based advertising and creative firm, is planning to move its offices into the Perkins 8 garden office development on Perkins Road by Pecue Lane, across the street from The Royal Standard. 

Peter Sclafani moving into former Rum House on Perkins

Baton Rouge chef Peter Sclafani and partner Kiva Guidroz have signed a lease to take over the former Rum House space on Perkins Road. 

Chase closing, consolidating local branches in response to changing market 

In response to changes both in the local market and in the industry overall, Chase Bank is in the process of closing and consolidating several of its Capital Region branches.

Front Yard Bikes buys Sarkis building in Mid City

Baton Rouge nonprofit Front Yard Bikes purchased the former Sarkis Oriental Rugs site on Government Street with plans to move its Mid City shop into the iconic building. 
Design Baton Rouge General

Design: Baton Rouge General-Ascension

Using design principles reflecting the best interests of both patients and staff, Baton Rouge General opened a $30 million facility in Ascension Parish.

Denham Pointe Shopping Center changes hands for $4.7M

A Metairie investor has acquired a 23,600-square-foot retail center in the 1100 block of S. Range Avenue in Denham Springs for $4.7 million.

Highland Park Marketplace gets Moreau Physical Therapy, Virgo Boutique

Over the past several months, Highland Park Marketplace has secured two new tenants: Moreau Physical Therapy and Virgo Boutique.

Tax credit denials, cost overruns delay Wampold’s plans for Chase South Tower

Mike Wampold’s plans for redeveloping the Chase South Tower into a mixed-use high-rise is taking much longer to come together than originally planned. Wampold acquired...
Tom Cook

Cook: Coursey Boulevard parcel fetches $330K

Gulf Coast bank sold the Coursey Boulevard property, near The Chimes East, to Kumar LLC, a Hammond-based investment corporation.