The Baton Rouge economy is healthy. The most recent On Numbers evaluation of metro areas around the US placed Baton Rouge in the number 6 position on a list of 102 cities around the US. The Economic Index takes into account the overall economic health of a city, evaluating its ability to create jobs, unemployment levels and real estate market conditions.
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New Technology Center Will Bring Jobs to Baton Rouge
A new technology center will bring jobs to Baton Rouge. IBM has announced plans to build a new technology center downtown which is expected to bring 800 jobs to our city. This is great news and a true testament to Baton Rouge when you consider the many cities around the nation this technology titan had … Continue reading New Technology Center Will Bring Jobs to Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge Benefitting from Young Entrepreneurs
Baton Rouge is currently benefiting from young entrepreneurs. The Louisiana capital city has proven its strength in attracting new business and diversifying its economy. Many new businesses have sprung up in Baton Rouge and the younger generation is making its mark. The Census Bureau has noted large growth in the mid twenties to mid thirties … Continue reading Baton Rouge Benefitting from Young Entrepreneurs
Baton Rouge Photo Contest Revolves Around Zoo
Baton Rouge photo contest revolves around the zoo. BREC’s Baton Rouge zoo photo contest is open to novices and experts alike, not to mention all ages, a great opportunity for anyone who loves taking pictures and loves exotic animals. The contest is on, so dust off your lens and get out to the Baton Rouge … Continue reading Baton Rouge Photo Contest Revolves Around Zoo
A Favorite Restaurant Reopens in Baton Rouge This Week
A favorite restaurant reopens in Baton Rouge this week. The long awaited opening of a new locations has had fans of Galatoire’s Bistro counting the days. This Wednesday the famed Baton Rouge eatery will open in its new location at the Acadian Village shopping center at the intersection of Perkins Road and Acadian Parkway. The … Continue reading A Favorite Restaurant Reopens in Baton Rouge This Week
Fishing Draws Visitors to Baton Rouge
Fishing draws visitors to Baton Rouge and other areas throughout the state of Louisiana. Fishing is, in fact, big business here and the state tourism agency is realizing this as they work on adding a website for fishing enthusiasts who would like to know more about fishing in the Bayou State. The new site will … Continue reading Fishing Draws Visitors to Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge Home to Top Neighborhood

Baton Rouge is home to a top neighborhood. The Garden District was recently named one of America’s top neighborhoods by the American Planning Association, an amazing honor to say the least. The Baton Rouge neighborhood was noted for its history, both in architecture and its number of live oak trees, a signature element to many … Continue reading Baton Rouge Home to Top Neighborhood
Baton Rouge Football Fans Benefit from Transportation

Football fans in Baton Rouge will once again benefit from transportation to and from LSU on game days. This will be the third year in the row for the popular service which enables people in Baton Rouge LA to get to LSU football games without having to struggle with traffic and parking near the stadium. … Continue reading Baton Rouge Football Fans Benefit from Transportation
Baton Rouge LA, Save Your School Shopping Receipts

If you live in Baton Rouge LA then save your school shopping receipts. Back to school shopping is a popular activity at this time of year, when the days of summer are waning and classrooms will be opening their doors before we know it. Here in Baton Rouge it is important to know that the … Continue reading Baton Rouge LA, Save Your School Shopping Receipts
New Buses Coming To Baton Rouge LA
New buses are coming to Baton Rouge LA. Baton Rouge just received a large federal grant to buy news buses. A Federal Transit Authority grant will bestow $5.2 million on the East Baton Rouge Parish transit system which will use the money to buy 12 new buses and 15 vans, a greatly appreciated improvement for … Continue reading New Buses Coming To Baton Rouge LA






