Can Mayor Edwards’ vision for Baton Rouge endure when his budget is shrinking?
On the campaign trail, Edwards pitched himself as a leader willing to challenge business as usual.
Dillon Lowe
Writer. Bylines: 225 Magazine, Baton Rouge Business Report, Mixed Mantra, Slate
Louisiana Farm Bureau is eyeing demutualization. Here’s what that means
Louisiana Farm Bureau is one of the state's leading insurers.
This LSU-born startup wants to build the next big thing in agriculture
What began in an LSU classroom has evolved into one of Louisiana’s most promising ag-tech startups.
A new coffee shop and grocer is coming to Mid City
Prospective patrons can expect an atmosphere that’s “rustic and warm.”
Louisiana wants to capitalize on Zohran Mamdani’s win in NYC
Louisiana is attempting to capitalize on the conservative backlash to Mamdani’s victory.
China stopped buying US soybeans. What does that mean for Louisiana growers?
Last year, about 60% of Louisiana soybean exports reportedly went to China.
This popular catering business is moving to downtown Baton Rouge
Local chef Ciara Finley is relocating her catering business to downtown Baton Rouge.
EV sales rev up in Baton Rouge ahead of tax credit deadline
Car dealerships across the nation are seeing a spike in EV sales.
Our Lady of the Lake is planning an ‘unprecedented’ $55M ER renovation
It's busiest ER in Louisiana and the Capital Region’s only Level I trauma center.
Gov. Landry’s former policy director launches lobbying firm
His last day as policy director was June 27.
78K and counting: How one local architect is using TikTok to boost business
His most popular video has an impressive 3.2 million views.
Top exec of LSU arena finalist indicted
The executive is accused of participating in a “bid-rigging scheme.”
Baton Rouge 3.0: Downtown is evolving once again
Making downtown a more attractive place to live, work and play requires a large, ambitious approach.
Husband-and-wife duo purchases Southern Oaks Athletic Club
A longtime fixture in southeast Baton Rouge has new ownership.
LABI’s Will Green talks session wins and losses
Green says the session delivered meaningful wins, but also brought a few setbacks.
What will the River Center’s redevelopment mean for Baton Rouge?
The Raising Cane’s River Center is poised for a major overhaul.
The local impact of Trump’s AmeriCorps cuts
One Baton Rouge organization that has been hit hard by the cuts is Serve Louisiana.
Are charter schools delivering on their promise?
In Baton Rouge, there are currently 27 charter schools serving 13,400 students.
‘Trust Fund Temple’? Attack ad takes a swing at the insurance commissioner
You may have noticed the ad if you’ve driven down Corporate Boulevard lately.
Aurelia Giacometto out as LDEQ secretary
Giacometto assumed her role as head of LDEQ in January 2024.
Does Gov. Landry’s bid to restrict attorney advertising violate the First Amendment?
The bill may face stiff legal challenges.
Proposed legislation tests parish appetite for inventory tax reform
Local buy-in may prove elusive.
This local media personality is opening a coffee shop on Florida Boulevard
Boulevard Brew will be located near Baton Rouge General’s Mid City campus.
This popular Mississippi barbecue joint is relocating to Baton Rouge
A Mississippi barbecue restaurant with a sizable online following is moving to the Red Stick.
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