The Region Guide
The Region Guide is a resource for newcomers to the Capital Region that includes information about education, activities, banking, lifestyle, and more. Click here to check it out.

Child Care
Many professionals choose the Baton Rouge area as a place to raise their family. Area businesses and nonprofit organizations have taken note, offering a wealth of quality child care and summer camp options for parents. Simply put, every family can find something to suit its preferences, location, and price range.

Emergency Services
Find information about local emergency services for the communities in the nine-parish Capital Region.

Government
Baton Rouge is the capital of Louisiana, with the executive, legislative, and judicial branches housed throughout the city. The state capitol complex is located in downtown Baton Rouge and includes the tallest state capitol building in the country.

Housing
The Baton Rouge region offers tremendous value in the housing market.

News Media
There's a lot going on in the Baton Rouge area and you can stay informed with several print and broadcast options.

Taxes
Information about state and local taxes.

Telephone and Utilities
Get connected! Where to call for telephone, electricity, gas, cable, and more in each of the nine parishes of the Capital Region.

Transportation
By boat or by plane, by car or by train, find out the best ways to get to, from, and around the Baton Rouge area.