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Across Jefferson Parish, JEDCO is helping businesses grow, projects take shape, and ideas move forward. Explore our latest press releases, news coverage, and multimedia stories to stay connected to the momentum.
For media inquiries, contact Kelsey Scram, Director of Marketing and Communications.
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Learn More: Digital Interactive Media and Software Program
Digital Interactive Media and Software Program
The Digital Interactive Media and Software Program is one of the strongest of its kind in the nation—helps innovative digital…
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Learn More: JEDCO, Jefferson Chamber of Commerce Announce 2026 Lineup for Prosper Jefferson Seminar Series
JEDCO, Jefferson Chamber of Commerce Announce 2026 Lineup for Prosper Jefferson Seminar Series
JEDCO and the Chamber will host eight Prosper Jefferson seminars this year, featuring experts from around the Greater New Orleans…
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Learn More: JEDCO Unveils The EDGE 2030 Economic Development Strategic Plan for Jefferson Parish
JEDCO Unveils The EDGE 2030 Economic Development Strategic Plan for Jefferson Parish
This bold five-year strategy aims to elevate Jefferson Parish as a national leader in economic development.
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Learn More: The International Economic Development Council Proudly Awards Annalisa Kelly the Certified Economic Developer Designation
The International Economic Development Council Proudly Awards Annalisa Kelly the Certified Economic Developer Designation
Director of Strategic Initiatives and Policy has driven key economic advancements at JEDCO for over a decade.
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Learn More: JEDCO Recognizes 2025 Business Award Winners at Annual Luncheon
JEDCO Recognizes 2025 Business Award Winners at Annual Luncheon
Local economic development wins, job creation, and business milestones took center stage at JEDCO’s year-end celebration
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Learn More: Big Economic Developments Heading To Jefferson Parish
Big Economic Developments Heading To Jefferson Parish
Jerry Bologna joins Tommy to talk about the latest economic development in Jefferson Parish.
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Learn More: Design Diary: Garden District Glow Up
Design Diary: Garden District Glow Up
Designers and design aficionados have likely noticed more time spent over the past decade or so shopping and otherwise conducting…
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Learn More: Louisiana’s ‘Grand Isle Jewel’ oysters shine at OysterNight, make waves across the South
Louisiana’s ‘Grand Isle Jewel’ oysters shine at OysterNight, make waves across the South
Grand Isle, Louisiana is getting its first oyster processing plant as oysters farmed off the coast gain more popularity.
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Learn More: Louisiana oyster farmers introduce cultivated oysters in an effort to strengthen the Gulf Coast oyster industry
Louisiana oyster farmers introduce cultivated oysters in an effort to strengthen the Gulf Coast oyster industry
The cultivated oysters are harvested from the salty waters off Grand Isle. McHugh is one of eight farmers united under…
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Learn More: Louisiana’s ‘Grand Isle Jewel’ oysters are gaining traction in restaurants across the South
Louisiana’s ‘Grand Isle Jewel’ oysters are gaining traction in restaurants across the South
Five months after Jefferson Parish officials launched an effort to support the oyster industry on Grand Isle, the seafood farming…
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Learn More: GRAND ISLE JEWELS OYSTER BRAND SECURES MAJOR DISTRIBUTION DEAL
GRAND ISLE JEWELS OYSTER BRAND SECURES MAJOR DISTRIBUTION DEAL
Grand Isle Jewels secures major distribution, expands oyster farms, and builds new processing facility to boost Louisiana seafood industry.
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Learn More: Grand Isle Jewels Oyster Brand Lands Large Distribution Deal As Jefferson Parish and Port Expand Jewels Infrastructure
Grand Isle Jewels Oyster Brand Lands Large Distribution Deal As Jefferson Parish and Port Expand Jewels Infrastructure
Grand Isle Jewels Oyster Brand Lands Large Distribution Deal As Jefferson Parish and Port Expand Jewels Infrastructure