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Learn More: Jefferson Parish Pulse: Jefferson Ready Start Network
Jefferson Parish Pulse: Jefferson Ready Start Network
On the season 6 premiere of the Jefferson Parish Pulse podcast, we feature an interview with Dr. Sarintha Stricklin, Executive…
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Learn More: Ochsner, MD Anderson enter pact to bring cutting-edge cancer treatment to Louisiana
Ochsner, MD Anderson enter pact to bring cutting-edge cancer treatment to Louisiana
Ochsner Health has entered into a 10-year pact with The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, a partnership that…
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Learn More: The Alluvia, luxury apartment complex, will break ground soon in Kenner; see renderings
The Alluvia, luxury apartment complex, will break ground soon in Kenner; see renderings
Continuing a trend of high-end rental housing either planned or under construction in Jefferson Parish, 1st Lake Properties will soon…
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Learn More: Letters: Rebuilt Huey P Long Bridge Drives Opportunity
Letters: Rebuilt Huey P Long Bridge Drives Opportunity
The Huey P. Long Bridge is critical to the continued diversification of Jefferson Parish’s West Bank. Read Full Article Here>>
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Learn More: Largest seafood distributor in the Southeast comes to Jefferson Parish
Largest seafood distributor in the Southeast comes to Jefferson Parish
Inland Seafood was destroyed during Hurricane Ida, and after several temporary relocations, it has settled in Elmwood. The $4 million…
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Learn More: INLAND SEAFOOD CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING OF NEW FACILITY IN JEFFERSON PARISH
INLAND SEAFOOD CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING OF NEW FACILITY IN JEFFERSON PARISH
Well-known seafood distributor brings 55 jobs to Jefferson Parish (JEFFERSON PARISH, La) – The Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO)…
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Learn More: Why should businesses relocate to Jefferson Parish? New marketing campaign will make the pitch.
Why should businesses relocate to Jefferson Parish? New marketing campaign will make the pitch.
JEDCO to lead initiative, with $110K infusion from Jefferson Parish Council READ MORE>>
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Learn More: WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT:
WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT:
FION Productions LLCFor Women’s History Month we spoke with Kimberly Dilosa a.k.a “TheGawdMotherofNOLA”, founder of FION Productions LLC., a social enterprise born…
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Learn More: New collaboration in Jefferson Parish to develop offshore wind energy
New collaboration in Jefferson Parish to develop offshore wind energy
Our CEO, Jerry Bologna, discusses the new Shell Gulf Wind Technology Accelerator Center on WWL. Listen Here>>
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Learn More: GULF WIND TECHNOLOGY AND SHELL COLLABORATE TO ESTABLISH OFFSHORE WIND ENERGY HUB AT AVONDALE GLOBAL GATEWAY
GULF WIND TECHNOLOGY AND SHELL COLLABORATE TO ESTABLISH OFFSHORE WIND ENERGY HUB AT AVONDALE GLOBAL GATEWAY
$10 million investment will create 84 new jobs in Jefferson Parish AVONDALE, La. – In an effort to advance offshore…