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The Louisiana Thoroughbred Breeders Association’s Breeders Sales of Louisiana held its 2024 Yearling Sale followed by Mixed Session, Friday, September 27th at the Louisiana Equine Sales and Event Center in Opelousas.170 yearlings were cataloged with 14 outs. 122 yearlings sold for a gross of $1,214,700, and an average of $9,957...
Fall Into Downtown returning
Oct 18 2024Fall Into Downtown will return for a third year Saturday in downtown Eunice. This year’s event features local bands and food trucks. In collaboration between Eunice Main Street and the Eunice Chamber of Commerce, new additions have been made to the lineup, including the “Boos & Brews: Wine and Bourbon...
Did you know that in Louisiana, 1.7 million people lack access to broadband internet connectivity? That's roughly one-third of the state's population. And many of them live in rural parts of Acadiana. News 15 Investigates examines the “digital divide.” Closing that gap has been a priority for government leaders for...
The Role of Rail in Industrial Development
Oct 14 2024Area Development talked with Norfolk Southern’s GVP of Industrial Development, Craig Hudson, about the evolving importance of rail in site selection, supply chain sustainability, and emerging sectors like metals and advanced materials.Q: What challenges do companies face when incorporating rail into their site plans, and how does Norfolk Southern help...
There’s a plan for downtown
Oct 11 2024Revitalization of downtown 2nd Street in Eunice was the topic at the Eunice Rotary Club meeting Wednesday. Alicia Mire, Eunice Main Street director, was the guest speaker Wednesday. A few months ago the city of Eunice was granted funding for a downtown revitalization plan. Mire said, “A high-paced work week...
In a major step toward revitalizing the historic downtown area, Opelousas Main Street is pleased to announce the organization has accepted the donation of four downtown Opelousas commercial properties. The properties were donated by HHW St. Landry Properties, LLC and Haas-Herschel Interest, LLC and include three storefront buildings directly across...
St. Landry Parish, also called the Equine Capital of Louisiana, has a rich equine history that plays a role in the parish economy.That growth continues with the newly refurbished and reopened Louisiana Equine Sales and Events Center on Harry Guilbeau Road.The facility has more than 200 horse stalls and multiple...
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Louisiana Economic Development Secretary Susan B. Bourgeois recognized eight manufacturers that have demonstrated business excellence, innovation and community service during the 45th Annual Lantern Awards reception at the Capitol Park Museum Thursday (Oct. 3).LED established the Lantern Awards in 1979 to recognize manufacturers from each of Louisiana’s eight economic regions...
When Frito-Lay introduced a compostable bag for its Sun Chips brand more than a decade ago, it represented over four years of development, encompassing material and scientific research as well as manufacturing and production. While the sound of those bags led to a marketing miss for such a groundbreaking achievement,...
Business rankings are in, and guess what? The Southern states are shining bright once again.The Top States for Doing Business know a thing or two about creating an attractive business environment. The top states closely manage their taxes and incentive programs, keep their labor force fresh, trained and accessible and...
For Immediate ReleaseJuly 10, 2024(Opelousas, LA) –Twelve business and/or property owners in Opelousas have been awarded a total of $100K in funding through the Building Improvement Grant (BIG) for the 2024 funding cycle. The grant program, which offers dollar-for-dollar matching grant funds for building improvements, is funded by the Opelousas...
St. Landry Parish, LA – Exciting developments are happening in the Central St. Landry Economic Development District! A new residential initiative is underway at Crowne Parc Subdivision, signaling yet another positive economic sign for Opelousas and Central St. Landry Parish. This is only the first phase of this project which...
Opelousas, LA- In a significant move to bolster public safety, the Central St. Landry Economic Development District has provided funding for installing cameras along I-49, a project initiated to support the Opelousas Police Department. Opelousas Police Department is set to enhance its crime-fighting efforts with the introduction of a state-of-the-art...
