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Stories, Updates, and Progress from BR Choice
Explore the latest updates from BR Choice, including project milestones, community stories, partner spotlights, and visual documentation of progress across Baton Rouge.
Recent Highlights
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‘A new energy’: Cypress at Ardendale takes next step in decade-long Baton Rouge development
The Advocate spotlights Cypress at Ardendale’s $400M transformation bringing housing, seniors, and education together in North Baton Rouge.
New North Baton Rouge community opens first phase after decade of planning
'Arts for Everybody' Initiative Encourages Inclusivity in Baton Rouge's Renoir Cultural District
Baton Rouge’s Arts for Everybody event celebrates Renoir Cultural District’s art, heritage, and community pride.
Baton Rouge is Home to A Unique Collection of French Impressionist Paintings
A Baton Rouge neighborhood turns blight into beauty through murals, STEM learning, and community pride.
Bon Carre's New Owners Plan to Turn Center into a Tech Hub
EdgePWR plans major upgrades to Bon Carré, transforming it into Baton Rouge’s envisioned tech hub.
Renoir District Earns Cultural District Designation from State
North Baton Rouge’s Renoir District is now a certified Louisiana Cultural District for renewal.
‘A new energy’: Cypress at Ardendale takes next step in decade-long Baton Rouge development
The Advocate spotlights Cypress at Ardendale’s $400M transformation bringing housing, seniors, and education together in North Baton Rouge.
New North Baton Rouge community opens first phase after decade of planning
Baton Rouge is Home to A Unique Collection of French Impressionist Paintings
A Baton Rouge neighborhood turns blight into beauty through murals, STEM learning, and community pride.
Bon Carre's New Owners Plan to Turn Center into a Tech Hub
EdgePWR plans major upgrades to Bon Carré, transforming it into Baton Rouge’s envisioned tech hub.
Renoir District Earns Cultural District Designation from State
North Baton Rouge’s Renoir District is now a certified Louisiana Cultural District for renewal.
New program could get Baton Rouge students jobs right out of high school; here's how it works
Four Broadmoor ninth-graders launched an early college program, earning degrees for in-demand jobs.
'Arts for Everybody' Initiative Encourages Inclusivity in Baton Rouge's Renoir Cultural District
Baton Rouge’s Arts for Everybody event celebrates Renoir Cultural District’s art, heritage, and community pride.
Major Neighborhood Initiative Public Meeting Scheduled Thursday, August 30th
EBRPHA, RDA, and Baton Rouge host town hall to discuss $30M HUD Choice Neighborhoods grant progress.
EBRPHA details HUD grant plans
Baton Rouge awarded $29.5M HUD grant for housing, services, and neighborhood revitalization.
EBR Awarded $29.5 Million Grant from HUD to Redevelop BR Choice Neighborhood
HUD awards East Baton Rouge Parish $29.5M to launch BR Choice neighborhood revitalization.
City-parish a finalist for $30 million HUD Choice Neighborhoods Grant
Baton Rouge hosts HUD officials for a $30M grant to revitalize a neglected corridor.
Ardendale-anchored north Baton Rouge neighborhoods up for $30M HUD grant
Baton Rouge’s Ardendale area is a HUD finalist for a $30M grant to fund housing, services, and business growth.
FY2018 Choice Neighborhoods Implementation Grants Competition Finalists Identified
HUD names four finalists competing for $30M Choice Neighborhoods grants.
BRCC Opens Automotive Collision Training Center
BRCC’s new Automotive Collision Training Center prepares students for careers in auto body repair with hands-on, real-world training.
CNI Check Presentation, 10/24/2019
McKay Automotive Training Center Tour, 10/24/19
Inside the McKay Automotive Training Center
BRCC opens $14.7M, 83,000 sq ft automotive training center at Ardendale.