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Alexandria Buyers Face Tighter Supply and Slower-Moving Homes

Alexandria buyers faced fewer choices and slower-moving listings, even as prices dipped to soften the blow.

Alexandria, LA · 6d

NOLA.com

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Pastry chef departs Michelin-starred restaurant; Jones Walker adds attorneys

South Louisiana businesses and nonprofit groups recently announced the following promotions, new hires and resignations. Jen Giragos has been hired as pastry chef at Arnaud's Restaurant. Giragos previously served as head pastry chef at Doris Metropolitan, worked at Emeril Restaurant and owned and operated Wicked Queen Confections. Gina Locatto has...

New Orleans, LA · 4d
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hoodline.com

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CapturePoint Wants 75 Acres Near Fryeburg for 125-Mile CO2 Pipeline

CapturePoint has asked Louisiana's Department of Conservation and Energy for permission to build and operate a 125-mile carbon dioxide pipeline that could cut across seven northwest Louisiana parishes, and the company is already seeking a right-of-way on 75 acres of a small Bienville Parish tree farm owned by Larry Garrett and his brother. A public hearing on the request is set for November 17 in Baton Rouge, and Garrett says he plans to be there even though he worries he cannot afford a lawyer to represent him.

Louisiana · 5d
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WNTZ

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Louisiana company to invest $16.3M in new Rapides Parish facility, create 102 jobs

Robinson Carbon is investing $16.3 million to build a new biochar manufacturing facility at England Airpark in Alexandria, a project expected to create 42 direct jobs starting in late 2026.

Rapides Parish, LA · 7d

Realtor.com News & Insights

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Louisiana Passes New Property Tax Relief Amendments for Seniors

On Tuesday, Louisiana voters decided on four amendments addressing property tax exemptions.

Louisiana · 7d

WAFB

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Louisiana Sugar Cane Farmers

Louisiana · 5d

workboat.com

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Marad approves Blue Marlin export port off Louisiana

The Maritime Administration has approved a deepwater port license application for Blue Marlin Offshore Port, LLC planned for about 99 miles off the coast of Louisiana. “Building this port will unleash domestic production, create more than 1,000 good-paying construction jobs along the Gulf of America, and open vital supply lines to global markets that will solidify our nation as the world’s largest energy exporter,” U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy said Friday in announcing the license.

Louisiana · 5d

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Paxton Media Group acquires Louisiana State Newspapers

LAFAYETTE, La. — Paxton Media Group has acquired the publishing and printing operations of Louisiana State Newspapers, bringing together two longstanding, family-owned newspaper companies. The transaction includes 14 community publications and a printing facility serving the Acadiana region of Louisiana. Dirks, Van Essen & April, a media merger and...

Louisiana · 7d

BRProud

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FAA rolls back regulations on commercial rocket launches ahead of Starbase Louisiana

The Federal Aviation Administration has announced changes in commercial space launch and reentry licensing, along with plans for a major regulatory overhaul in 2027.

Vermilion Parish, LA · 6d

theadvocate.com

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Guest Column: Permitting reform at the federal level will help La. jobs

When policymakers in Washington debate federal permitting reform, the conversation often centers on regulatory processes, environmental reviews and legal challenges. But in Louisiana, the implications are more tangible. They can be measured in jobs at our shipyards, contracts for marine service companies, investments in our ports and opportunities for the small businesses that support America's offshore energy industry.

Louisiana · 6d

avoyellestoday.com

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$100 Entergy bill credit program includes Avoyelles customers

Eligible Entergy Louisiana residential customers in Avoyelles Parish are included in a statewide assistance program offering a one-time $100 credit toward their electricity bills. The $2 million program is funded by Entergy shareholder dollars and administered through participating United Way organizations. Applications opened at 9 a.m. Oct. 28 and will...

Avoyelles Parish, LA · 6d

WWL

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3 Louisiana amendments that could affect your property taxes

Louisiana · 7d

GATOR 99.5

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3 Louisiana Companies Named Among Forbes' America's Dream Employers

Three Louisiana companies made Forbes' 2027 America's Dream Employers list, including one business ranked among the nation's top 20.

Louisiana · 6d

westcentralsbest.com

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ArkLaTex Made: GEMCO Building Systems

SHREVEPORT, La. — KTBS 3 is highlighting local craftsmanship and regional business growth in this week's edition of ArkLaTex Made. The KTBS crew was on location Thursday at GEMCO Building Systems to speak with Casey Cobb, director of sales and marketing, about the company's local roots, expanding operations, and impact across the ArkLaTex.

Shreveport, LA · 6d

American Press

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Louisiana unemployment insurance claims decline for 11 consecutive weeks

By Nolan Mckendry | The Center Square Louisiana’s continued unemployment insurance claims declined for the 11th consecutive week in October, falling roughly 33% below last year’s levels, though state officials could […]

Louisiana · 6d

KEDM

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Commissioner Temple reminds Louisianans to review their health insurance coverage during open enrollment

Open Enrollment for health insurance coverage began November 1, giving Louisianans the opportunity to enroll in or make changes to their coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace for the coming year. If you enroll in a plan by December 15, coverage will begin January 1. Those who wait until the...

Louisiana · 7d

KEDM

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Louisiana entrepreneurs signal confidence, growth in first statewide startup report

BATON ROUGE, La. — Louisiana Innovation (LA.IO), a division of Louisiana Economic Development (LED), and the Albert Lepage Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Tulane University's A. B. Freeman School of Business today launched the 2026 Louisiana Startup Report, the first statewide assessment of Louisiana's startup and early-stage business ecosystem.

Louisiana · 6d

KTBS

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Amazon's $18 billion data center project moves forward in northwest Louisiana

BOSSIER CITY, La. -- A Bossier Chamber luncheon meeting offered new insight into Amazon's $18 billion data center project in northwest Louisiana, including its construction timeline, infrastructure needs and anticipated job opportunities. The meeting also marked the release of the Bossier Chamber of Commerce's fifth annual State of the Community...

Louisiana · 9d

Talk 1470 - The Pulse of Lake Charles

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3 Louisiana Companies Named Among Forbes' America's Dream Employers

Three Louisiana companies made Forbes' 2027 America's Dream Employers list, including one business ranked among the nation's top 20.

Louisiana · 7d

99.9 KTDY

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Louisiana Banks Will Be Closing An Extra 2 Days This Month

Just ahead of the busy holiday shopping season comes word that you might need to make other arrangements to get to your money.

Louisiana · 7d