In the 2000s, Baton Rouge has proven to be one of the fastest growing cities in the South, not so much in population but in technology. Baton Rouge is well wired, and ranks #19 as one of the most wired cities (more wired than New Orleans, and most of the 25 largest cities in the United States). There are now many sky-eye traffic cameras at major intersections and countless other advances. Although, Baton Rouge's city population was not growing fast, it has overtaken Mobile, Alabama, Shreveport, Louisiana, and many other currently declining cities. After the 2000 census, Baton Rouge had a slight decline in population, with 224,000 from recent estimates.
Baton Rouge was rated one of the largest mid-sized business cities, after Hurricane Katrina It was also one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the U.S. (under 1 million), with 600,000 in 2000 and 700,000 since 2000. Aside from politics, there is also a vibrant mix of cultures found throughout Louisiana, thus forming the basis of the city motto: "Authentic Louisiana at every turn".
Hospitality and comfort are a Southern tradition practiced to perfection around Baton Rouge. Just minutes from the city, ancient moss-draped oaks, fragrant honeysuckle, formal gardens and thefinest examples of Southern architecture await. Combine this with the excitement of the mighty Mississippi River, Cajun music, and a gourmet meal that is topped with fresh brewed cafe-aulait at one of Baton Rouge's fine restaurants. So what does the future hold? Baton Rouge is now one of the fastest growing cities in the South- a bustling Metropolis of cutting edge technology companies, high-powered law firms and forward thinking city leaders who passionately support the arts and promote the local economy. Old Man River just got an upgrade. Yes, this is one city that's rolling on the river.
Baton Rouge is just an hour from the French Quarter in New Orleans and even closer to the million-acre Atchafalaya Swamp, which is called one of the biggest fishing ponds in the country.
Baton Rouge Links
www.brgov.com - The Official Baton Rouge Government Website
www.bracvb.com - Baton Rouge Area Convention & Visitors Commission Website
www.2theadvocate.com - Website for the Baton Rouge Advocate & Local News
www.businessreport.com - Website for the Baton Rouge Business Report
www.225batonrouge.com - Local magazine featuring people and entertainment
www.citysocial.com - Local magazine featuring Baton Rouge's social scene
www.lagumbo.com/brrg - Baton Rouge restaurant guide
www.varsitytheatre.com - Popular Baton Rouge music venue
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