https://www.opportunitystlandry.com St. Landry Economic Development News Feed Sat, 16 May 2026 22:50:19 +0000 en-US https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/67264/big-opportunities-for-downtown-opelousas https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/67264/big-opportunities-for-downtown-opelousas Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Apply by May 30 to take advantage of available grant fundingBusiness and property owners in downtown Opelousas are encouraged to apply for the Building Improvement Grant (BIG) Program, a matching-grant initiative that supports the rehabilitation and improvement of commercial properties.May 30 is the deadline to apply for funding to enhance... https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/66750/opelousas-downtown-development-district-announces-2025-big-grant-recipients! https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/66750/opelousas-downtown-development-district-announces-2025-big-grant-recipients! Thu, 05 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000 The Opelousas Downtown Development District (ODDD) is excited to celebrate the 2025 Building Improvement Grant (BIG) recipients!Six local business and property owners have been awarded a total of $54,520.58 in matching grant funds to enhance and revitalize their buildings, supporting a stronger and more vibrant downtown.Launched in 2021, the BIG... https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/66752/4th-annual-st-landry-student-arts-expo-downtown-opelousas https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/66752/4th-annual-st-landry-student-arts-expo-downtown-opelousas Thu, 05 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000 The 4th Annual St. Landry Student Arts Expo is coming to St. Landry Parish Courthouse Square in Downtown Opelousas on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. This exciting event is hosted by the Acadiana Center for the Arts in partnership with the St. Landry Parish School... https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/66735/groundbreaking-for-opelousas-library-renovation https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/66735/groundbreaking-for-opelousas-library-renovation Wed, 04 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000 The City of Opelousas officially broke ground yesterday on a major renovation project for the downtown library, marking an important investment in one of the community’s most vital public institutions. While this is a City of Opelousas project, the library is located within the Opelousas Downtown Development District corridor, reinforcing... https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/66801/groundbreaking-for-opelousas-library-renovation https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/66801/groundbreaking-for-opelousas-library-renovation Wed, 04 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000 The City of Opelousas officially broke ground yesterday on a major renovation project for the downtown library, marking an important investment in one of the community’s most vital public institutions. While this is a City of Opelousas project, the library is located within the Opelousas Downtown Development District corridor, reinforcing... https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/66636/opelousas-anticipates-a-landmark-year-of-growth-in-2026 https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/66636/opelousas-anticipates-a-landmark-year-of-growth-in-2026 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Opelousas is preparing for what leaders believe will be a defining year in 2026, as continued infrastructure investments and community improvements position the city for growth.New businesses and residents are choosing Opelousas following a series of strategic projects designed to strengthen the community and enhance the quality of life. Recent... https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/66608/st-landry-parish-featured-in-louisiana-public-broadcasting-travel-series https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/66608/st-landry-parish-featured-in-louisiana-public-broadcasting-travel-series Wed, 25 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Louisiana Public Broadcasting is currently airing a statewide travel series, LA 64, in partnership with Discover Louisiana Travel. St. Landry Parish was featured in an episode that aired on Monday, February 23, 2026.During their visit, the LPB team traveled throughout St. Landry Parish, highlighting communities including Arnaudville, Eunice, Grand Coteau,... https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/66596/groundbreaking-held-for-south-park-multipurpose-community-center https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/66596/groundbreaking-held-for-south-park-multipurpose-community-center Mon, 23 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Ground was officially broken on Monday, February 9, 2026, for a new 18,000-square-foot, $4.6 million Opelousas Community Center located at South City Park. The facility is funded through the GUMBO 1.0 program and supported by ConnectLA.The new center will provide broadband-enabled, multi-purpose space designed to support workforce training, health services,... https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/66597/city-to-install-new-security-cameras-to-enhance-public-safety https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/66597/city-to-install-new-security-cameras-to-enhance-public-safety Mon, 23 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000 The City of Opelousas will soon install new security cameras throughout the community to enhance public safety.This project is funded through a partnership with the Opelousas Downtown Development District following a formal request from the Opelousas Police Department for increased surveillance within the downtown corridor.The initiative builds on previous infrastructure... https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/66227/walmart-to-invest-330-million-in-modernizing-opelousas-regional-distribution-center https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/66227/walmart-to-invest-330-million-in-modernizing-opelousas-regional-distribution-center Tue, 20 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Walmart has announced a $330 million investment to modernize its regional distribution center in Opelousas, bringing advanced automation, robotics, and technology to the facility. Economic development leaders say the investment highlights Walmart’s long-term commitment to Acadiana’s workforce and regional economy.Click here for the complete article. https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/66117/walmart-announces-330-million-reinvestment-in-opelousas-distribution-center https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/66117/walmart-announces-330-million-reinvestment-in-opelousas-distribution-center Fri, 16 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000 OPELOUSAS, La. — St. Landry Parish continues to benefit from major private investment as Walmart announces plans to invest more than $330 million to modernize its regional distribution center in Opelousas, reinforcing the parish’s role as a critical logistics hub for Louisiana and the Gulf South.The multi-year phased modernization project... https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/65510/st-landry-parish-students-learn-the-ins-&-outs-of-the-horse-industry-at-equine-day-event https://www.opportunitystlandry.com/news-and-events/p/item/65510/st-landry-parish-students-learn-the-ins-&-outs-of-the-horse-industry-at-equine-day-event Tue, 18 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000 The equine industry’s importance in Louisiana cannot be overstated. From the parish to the state level, horses are a critical component of Louisiana’s culture and economy. Per the 2024 Louisiana Summary on Agriculture & Natural Resources, put together by the LSU Agricultural Center, there are over 110,000 horses in the...