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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.
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Learn More: ‘Totally different’: Inside the redevelopment of Avondale Shipyard
‘Totally different’: Inside the redevelopment of Avondale Shipyard
Nearly a decade since its closure, the site of the former Avondale Shipyard is open for new business and in…
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Learn More: JEDCO celebrates launch of Avondale Global Gateway
JEDCO celebrates launch of Avondale Global Gateway
A new era begins at the former Avondale Shipyards site as the development moves to position itself as a global…
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Learn More: JEDCO’s Ready & Resilient Webinar Series helps business owners stay In the Know during Hurricane Season
JEDCO’s Ready & Resilient Webinar Series helps business owners stay In the Know during Hurricane Season
Watch the webinar recordings from JEDCO’s Ready & Resilient series to stay as prepared as possible during the 2022 Hurricane…
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Learn More: JEDCO receives Excellence in Economic Development Awards from International Economic Development Council
JEDCO receives Excellence in Economic Development Awards from International Economic Development Council
(Avondale, LA) – The Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO) received international recognition for excellence and innovation in economic development…
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Learn More: Jefferson Parish Pulse: Habitat for Humanity
Jefferson Parish Pulse: Habitat for Humanity
This week on the Jefferson Parish Pulse, we interview Marguerite Oestreicher, Executive Director of the New Orleans Area Habitat for…
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Learn More: US Foods Completes Expansion of Distribution Center in Marrero
US Foods Completes Expansion of Distribution Center in Marrero
US Foods Holding Corp. said Monday it has completed the expansion of its distribution center in Marrero. Read More>>
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Learn More: It’s National Read A Book Day! Here Are A Few Book Recommendations from the JEDCO Staff:
It’s National Read A Book Day! Here Are A Few Book Recommendations from the JEDCO Staff:
September 6th is National Read A Book Day, which encourages us to take time out of our busy lives and…
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Learn More: Ready & Resilient: Know About FEMA Risk Rating 2.0
Ready & Resilient: Know About FEMA Risk Rating 2.0
Register for the final Ready & Resilient webinar on FEMA’s Risk Rating 2.0.
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Learn More: Metairie’s tiny sushi bar Yakuza House to relocate, add space for chef-led dinners
Metairie’s tiny sushi bar Yakuza House to relocate, add space for chef-led dinners
Soon after chef Huy Pham opened his first restaurant Yakuza House last year, its six-seat sushi bar became some of…
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Learn More: Jefferson Parish Pulse: Ruth Lawson
Jefferson Parish Pulse: Ruth Lawson
This week on the Jefferson Parish Pulse powered by JEDCO, we feature an interview with Ruth Lawson, the President of…
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Learn More: Jefferson Parish Pulse: Crawlins Seafood
Jefferson Parish Pulse: Crawlins Seafood
This week on the Jefferson Parish Pulse, we feature an interview with Jimmy Nguyen, founder of Crawlins Seafood, a local…