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The Sweet Potato Journey

Sweet potatoes are one of Louisiana’s most valuable specialty crops, generating an estimated $80 million in economic impact and supporting farmers, processors and rural communities across the state. Louisiana producers harvest approximately 5,400 acres of sweet potatoes each year, producing about 2.8 million bushels. The crop is grown by 37 producers in 15 parishes, making it an important contributor to the state’s agricultural economy and heritage.

Louisiana · 1d
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Subcontractors sue LA contractors board member and son alleging unpaid construction work

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A member of the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors and his son are facing two lawsuits from subcontractors who say they are owed money for construction work. One subcontractor claims he is owed nearly $350,000. Harvey Honore Jr., a gubernatorial appointee, sits on the...

Louisiana · 2d
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Borden Dairy to close Lafayette plant after 60 years, eliminating 149 jobs

Borden Dairy will close its 60-year-old Bertrand Drive plant in Lafayette, eliminating 149 jobs. Company officials announced the closure to employees on Tuesday and confirmed the closure later in the day, Acadiana News First reported. The plant will cease operations Jan. 9. In a statement to provided to employees on...

Lafayette, LA · 2d
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Energy Department loans $480M to Texas firm to drill in shallow waters off Louisiana coast

The Trump Administration is investing nearly $500 million in a new program to modernize offshore drilling platforms and old pipelines in the shallow waters of the Gulf off the coast of Louisiana, a move the administration says will stimulate domestic oil and gas production and create new jobs. At an...

Louisiana · 2d
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Louisiana Looks Ahead to Energy Growth

Louisiana suffered a heartbreaking loss this morning with the passing of State Representative Mike Bayham. Brian Haldane joined Tommy Faucheux, President of the Louisiana Mid-Continent Oil and Gas Association, to honor Bayham’s legacy and discuss Louisiana’s energy future. Honoring Representative Mike Bayham. Bayham deeply loved Louisiana history and...

Louisiana · 1d

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2026 Study Questions Data Centers Job Impact

NEW ORLEANS — As Louisiana moves forward with more than $81.6 billion in announced data center investments expected to create more than 2,000 permanent jobs, new academic research raises questions about how much additional employment growth the facilities will generate in surrounding communities. The study, “Data Centers and Local...

Louisiana · 9h

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New Chipotle Construction Progress on Johnston Street in Lafayette, LA

Construction is moving right along on the new Chipotle Mexican Grill coming soon to 3220 Johnston Street in Lafayette, LA. The project appears to be about halfway complete, with the building structure up, storefront glass soon to be installed, and work continuing on the exterior, parking lot, and surrounding site.

Lafayette, LA · 2d

theadvocate.com

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Chatime, a Taiwanese boba tea brand, opens its first Louisiana location in Lafayette

Chatime, a Taiwanese boba tea franchise, has brought its customizable teas, smoothies and other specialty drinks to Acadiana. The tea chain is now serving customers at its first Louisiana location, 109 Old Camp Road, Suite 106, in Ambassador Town Center, in the space previously occupied by Main Squeeze. Founded in...

Lafayette, LA · 1d

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Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas Awards Nearly $60 Million for Affordable Housing in 2026

In October, the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) announced $59,792,101 in Affordable Housing Program (AHP) grants to 37 affordable housing projects across Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico and Texas. The grants will help create or rehabilitate 3,109 housing units for low-income individuals and families across the FHLB Dallas district.

New Mexico · 1d

Developing Lafayette

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“Project Lion,” The Code Name For A Potential New Amazon “Last-Mile” Delivery Facility Proposed For Lafayette, LA

A large new delivery station warehouse, code-named “Project Lion,” is being proposed near the corner of Ambassador Caffery Parkway and Cameron Street in Lafayette, Louisiana. According to recent records, the proposed development includes a 166,330-square-foot warehouse with a 38,870-square-foot canopy, along with EV fleet infrastructure featuring 64 electric...

Lafayette, LA · 1d

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Proposed 240-home Youngsville-area subdivision on Austin Road wins appeal to proceed

A preliminary plat for a proposed 240-home subdivision near Youngsville has been approved by the Lafayette Parish Council. Stillwater Development wants to build Highpointe Farms Development on 59 acres at 724 Austin Road abutting Bicentennial Acres and just south of Ben Franklin Drive. The property is in unincorporated Lafayette Parish.

Youngsville, LA · 1d

NOLA.com

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Letters: SpaceX should fix badly designed marsh roadways

With SpaceX coming to Vermilion Parish, new roads and bridges will have big impacts on the wetlands as the existing roadways already have had. The wildlife, plants and marsh access in our coastal zone all rely on tidal exchange. Building a road on grade across the marsh blocks the movement of the tide, both subterranean and over the top.

Vermilion Parish, LA · 1d

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After A 2025 Fire, Ray's Bakery II Sign Rises Over Its New Eunice Home

A sign went up this week and a whole town exhaled. Rays Bakery II is coming to 1551 West Laurel Avenue, and Eunice knows exactly what that means.

Eunice, LA · 2d

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Drought raises costs for Acadiana crawfish farmers

ACADIA PARISH, La. (Acadiana News First) - A persistent drought is driving up costs for Acadiana crawfish farmers, who remain hopeful that next year’s harvest will meet demand. The lack of rain in the forecast could raise what consumers pay the next time they buy a sack of crawfish.

Acadia Parish, LA · 2d

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ARC opens new resale store in New Iberia, creating jobs and affordable shopping opportunities

Shoppers looking for affordable clothing, unique finds and home goods have a new place to browse in New Iberia. The ARC Acadiana Resale Store celebrated its grand opening at 200 E. Admiral Doyle Drive, welcoming community members, city officials and local leaders to explore the new retail space. The spacious,...

New Iberia, LA · 1d

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New Iberia site earns national recognition for economic development potential

A development site at Acadiana Regional Airport in New Iberia has earned national recognition for its potential to attract new businesses and investment to the region. The 178.95-acre Acadiana Regional Airport P5 Site was among six Acadiana properties recently awarded national designations through the Readiness Evaluation for Development and Investment (REDI) Sites program, announced by One Acadiana.

New Iberia, LA · 3d

97.3 The Dawg

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Lafayette Borden Plant to Close, Leaving 149 Without Jobs

Borden's Lafayette plant has operated since 1966. Now, employees are preparing for a permanent closure just weeks into the new year.

Lafayette, LA · 2d

Parade

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Buc-ee’s Construction Is ‘Finally Happening’ in This State as a Massive New Store Takes Shape

The chain is marking the start of construction with a ceremony.

Lafayette, LA · 4d

travelmag.com

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This Sprawling Louisiana Antique Mall Packs Over 100 Vendors Into 30,000 Square Feet Of Vintage Treasures

Your purse gets its own locker here, and you wear the key while you shop. That one rule tells you how seriously this place takes its breakables. The building stretches past 30,000 square feet. More than 100 independent vendors fill it with furniture, stained glass, musical instruments, and metal art. There’s even a whole architectural warehouse out back.

Opelousas, LA · 4d

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Drought raises costs for Acadiana crawfish farmers

ACADIA PARISH, La. (Acadiana News First) - A persistent drought is driving up costs for Acadiana crawfish farmers, who remain hopeful that next year’s harvest will meet demand. The lack of rain in the forecast could raise what consumers pay the next time they buy a sack of crawfish.

Acadia Parish, LA · 2d