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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
Baton Rouge Area Foundation - Smiley Heights
Post-Katrina, the Foundation revived Smiley Heights with education, housing, and green space plans, starting construction in 2013.
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East Baton Rouge Redevelopment Authority advances Smiley Heights, a mixed-use project with education, housing, and job training.
Jindal touts auto training center
Gov. Jindal commits $13.9M to build BRCC’s Center for Excellence in Auto Technology at Smiley Heights.
RDA completes purchase of 198 acres for Smiley Heights
The RDA acquired 198 acres for the Smiley Heights project, blending education, retail, residential spaces, and wetlands.
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.
HUD Awards Nearly $4 Million to Spur Next Generation of Housing, Neighborhood Transformation
HUD awards $4.37M in Choice Neighborhoods grants to nine communities, including Baton Rouge, to revitalize housing and neighborhoods.
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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
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.
Internationally Renowned Artist Dr. Brandon Ballengée Brings Glowing Butterfly Sculpture to Baton Rouge
BR Choice Neighborhoods Initiative dedicates its second public sculpture, meet the artist May 5.
Building Community at Cypress at Ardendale
Families celebrated their move to Cypress at Ardendale, surrounded by partners supporting a fresh start and new opportunities.
'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.
BRCC transportation technology training center construction starting
Groundbreaking held for BRCC’s Center of Excellence for Transportation Technology to train skilled mechanics.
The Love Motel For Insects: Great Hairstreak Variation
BR Choice Neighborhoods officially dedicated the Love Motel for Insects: Great Purple Hairstreak Variation to the Capital Region.
EBRPHA Staff Volunteers for Love the Boot Week Cleanup in the BR Choice Neighborhoods area
BR Choice Murals & Installations
BR Choice utilizes strategic placemaking through arts and culture by adding creative murals and installations.
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BR Choice Celebration 2024
EBRPHA, Partners Southeast, and Integral celebrated progress at Cypress at Ardendale.
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