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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: Jefferson Parish Schools Rank in U.S. News List
Jefferson Parish Schools Rank in U.S. News List
When it comes to school rankings, several Jefferson Parish high schools get top marks. U.S. News and World Report recently…
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Learn More: MMI Culinary Services Recognized by White House and USDA
MMI Culinary Services Recognized by White House and USDA
The USDA and the White House recognized Jefferson Parish company, MMI Culinary Services, for its role in providing healthy and…
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Learn More: LED to Host Business Incentives Clinic and Seminar at JEDCO
LED to Host Business Incentives Clinic and Seminar at JEDCO
Louisiana Economic Development will host the Business Incentives Seminar and Clinic on May 9th at the JEDCO administrative office in…
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Learn More: JEDCO Welcomes Incitec Pivot and Dyno Nobel America to Jefferson Parish
JEDCO Welcomes Incitec Pivot and Dyno Nobel America to Jefferson Parish
Dyno Nobel America, and parent company Incitec Pivot Limited, will begin building an $850 million ammonia production facility at Cornerstone…
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Learn More: JEDCO Welcomes Starr Textile Services to Jefferson Parish
JEDCO Welcomes Starr Textile Services to Jefferson Parish
JEDCO and Jefferson Parish are pleased to welcome Starr Textile Services to the Elmwood Business Park.
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Learn More: Huntington Ingalls Industries opens Houston office for Avondale shipyard business development
Huntington Ingalls Industries opens Houston office for Avondale shipyard business development
Huntington Ingalls Industries plans to pursue opportunities in the energy infrastructure market for the Avondale shipyard in Jefferson Parish.
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Learn More: Jerry Bologna Wins “40 Under 40” Award in Economic Development
Jerry Bologna Wins “40 Under 40” Award in Economic Development
JEDCO’s executive director, Jerry Bologna, was recently awarded the “40 Under 40” award for economic development.
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Learn More: JEDCO Launches Cordina Challenge for local entrepreneurs
JEDCO Launches Cordina Challenge for local entrepreneurs
JEDCO has teamed up with Cordina New Orleans Cocktails to launch the first-ever entrepreneur challenge in Jefferson Parish.
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Learn More: JEDCO Appoints New Chairman of the Board
JEDCO Appoints New Chairman of the Board
The Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO) would like to introduce the 2013 Board of Commissioners and Board Officers to…
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Learn More: Dick’s Sporting Goods to Open at Oakwood Center
Dick’s Sporting Goods to Open at Oakwood Center
District One Councilman Ricky Templet, in conjunction with the Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO) and Oakwood Center is pleased…