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KLFYhace 80 días
Negocios y Economía

WATCH LIVE: Gov. Landry to unveil plans for SpaceX facility in Vermilion Parish

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry is announcing plans for a new SpaceX launch facility to be built in Vermilion Parish. The announcement will be made at an 11 a.m. news conference with other state officials.

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The Currenthace 80 días
Negocios y Economía

LIVE: Is SpaceX coming to Pecan Island?

Gov. Jeff Landry is expected to announce a major economic development project on Tuesday in Abbeville. The announcement may involve SpaceX coming to Pecan Island, a significant development for the region.

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KLFYhace 80 días
Negocios y Economía

Bayou Teche Brewing and Cajun Saucer closed after fire

Bayou Teche Brewing and Cajun Saucer in Arnaudville closed today following a fire at the facility. The businesses will remain closed while repairs are completed.

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KLFYhace 81 días
Negocios y Economía

Grants fund Delcambre Canal project to remove vessels and deepen docks

Grants are funding a project in Delcambre to remove sunken and abandoned shrimping and recreational vessels from the Delcambre Canal and deepen the docks. The cleanup effort aims to improve the area's waterways and port facilities, addressing vessels that have accumulated in the canal over the years.

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KLFYhace 81 días
Negocios y Economía

Iberia Parish farmers face difficult harvest after severe storm

A severe storm with high winds knocked down sugarcane crops across Iberia Parish, flattening six months of growth in approximately 20 minutes. Despite the lodged stalks creating challenging harvesting conditions, local farmers noted the fields avoided catastrophic damage.

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KATChace 81 días
Negocios y Economía

SpaceX interest sparks real estate activity in Vermilion Parish

SpaceX's interest in the area has sparked increased real estate activity in Vermilion Parish. Local real estate broker Kathy Dyson reports a positive trend in the market since rumors of the company's potential arrival began circulating.

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KATChace 84 días
Negocios y Economía

US Army Corps of Engineers seeks public comments on draft Environmental Assessment for Port of Iberia Project

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has released a draft Environmental Assessment for the Port of Iberia project and is accepting public comments. The assessment evaluates the environmental impacts of the proposed port development in Iberia Parish.

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KLFYhace 84 días
Negocios y Economía

Have a dash cam? Some Louisiana drivers could get an insurance discount

Louisiana has finalized a new insurance regulation requiring most commercial vehicle insurers to offer liability premium discounts to drivers who equip their vehicles with dashboard cameras and telematics systems. This regulation aims to incentivize safer driving practices and potentially reduce insurance costs for Louisiana drivers.

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KLFYhace 84 días
Negocios y Economía

Louisiana reviewing over 500 applications for rural healthcare funding

Louisiana is distributing over $208 million in federal funds through its Rural Health Transformation Program to improve healthcare services in rural communities. The state is currently reviewing more than 500 applications from rural areas seeking to strengthen their healthcare systems and retain medical workers.

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KLFYhace 85 días
Negocios y Economía

Charter buys Cox for $34.5 billion, rebranding to Spectrum soon

Charter Communications has acquired Cox Communications for $34.5 billion, with plans to rebrand Cox's markets to Spectrum over the coming month. Charter's CEO outlined expectations for Cox customers and employees in Louisiana during the transition.

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KLFYhace 85 días
Negocios y Economía

Vermilion Parish business owner speaks on possible SpaceX project

Vermilion Parish is in discussions about a potential SpaceX project that could bring significant economic development to the region. Local business leaders view the project as a promising investment opportunity for the parish's future, as the area has traditionally relied on the oil and gas industry as its primary economic driver.

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KLFYhace 86 días
Negocios y Economía

Invasive mealybugs cost sugarcane farmers millions in pesticide sprays

Sugarcane farmers across Louisiana gathered at the 41st International Sweetener Symposium to address major challenges facing their industry, including invasive mealybugs that are costing farmers millions in pesticide expenses. The symposium also covered discussions on drought conditions, invasive pest management, and trade policy issues impacting the sugarcane sector.

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KLFYhace 86 días
Negocios y Economía

Gov. Jeff Landry to announce Louisiana’s deal with SpaceX. Here’s when, more details.

Governor Jeff Landry is announcing Louisiana's deal with SpaceX to build a multibillion-dollar spaceport in the state. The announcement will take place in Abbeville on Tuesday, featuring launch infrastructure for Elon Musk's reusable Starship rockets.

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KATChace 86 días
Negocios y Economía

The Advocate: Governor to make SpaceX announcement Tuesday in Abbeville

Governor Jeff Landry is set to announce Tuesday in Abbeville that SpaceX plans to build a multibillion-dollar spaceport in Louisiana. The announcement will be made to hundreds of business leaders and elected officials from across the state.

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KLFYhace 87 días
Negocios y Economía

Amazon increases data center investment, announces plan for third facility in Caddo Parish

Amazon has announced a $6 billion investment in a new data center facility in Caddo Parish, expanding its Northwest Louisiana presence to $18 billion in total investment. The expansion is expected to create hundreds of new jobs in the region.

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The Currenthace 87 días
Negocios y Economía

Trump’s offshore wind crackdown reaches the Gulf of Mexico

The Trump administration agreed to pay energy company RWE over $1.2 billion to abandon offshore wind projects in the United States, including a project south of Lake Charles in Louisiana. This represents a significant shift in federal energy policy affecting the Gulf of Mexico region.

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KATChace 88 días
Negocios y Economía

Mamou sees wave of new businesses, expansions and investment

Mamou is experiencing growth with new businesses opening, existing businesses expanding, and increased investment flowing into the community. This wave of economic activity is creating new opportunities for residents and the local economy.

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KLFYhace 88 días
Negocios y Economía

New bagel shop coming soon to River Ranch

The entrepreneurs behind the popular Caroline's Cookies are opening a new bagel shop in Lafayette's River Ranch neighborhood. Construction is underway at 111 Stonemont Road for the upcoming establishment.

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KLFYhace 90 días
Negocios y Economía

Delcambre shrimper speaks on upcoming season

The shrimping season in Delcambre begins August 17, with local fishermen facing economic headwinds from high fuel costs and inexpensive imported seafood. Local shrimpers continue working to supply fresh seafood to the Acadiana community despite these challenges.

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KLFYhace 92 días
Negocios y Economía

Meta can keep its data center details private, PSC decides

Meta's proposed $50 billion data center project in Louisiana will have certain records kept confidential after state utility regulators overturned a judge's order to make them public. The Louisiana Public Service Commission sided with the social media giant in keeping the details of the massive project secret.

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The Currenthace 92 días
Negocios y Economía

COLUMN: What may happen if SpaceX invades Pecan Island

A column examines the potential impacts of SpaceX building a new launch facility on Pecan Island in Vermilion Parish. The piece analyzes what economic and community effects this development could have on the local area.

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KLFYhace 93 días
Negocios y Economía

Building permit issued for Lafayette Buc-ee's, now slated to open in 2028

A vertical building permit has been issued for a Buc-ee's location at 3400 Louisiana Ave in Lafayette. The new travel center is now expected to open in 2028.

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KLFYhace 94 días
Negocios y Economía

Coca-Cola UNITED announces $106 million Alexandria expansion, 50 new jobs

Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Inc. is investing $106 million to modernize and expand its Alexandria warehouse and distribution facility in Central Louisiana. The expansion project will create 50 new jobs with an average annual salary of $65,000 and introduce advanced automation technology to the operations.

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KLFYhace 98 días
Negocios y Economía

Lafayette retail spaces shifts toward lifestyle hubs

Lafayette's retail landscape is undergoing a transformation as store closures and relocations continue to reshape the city. The former Office Depot on West Pinhook will become a Planet Fitness, while a former Pizza Hut location will host a locally popular restaurant, reflecting a broader shift toward lifestyle-oriented retail hubs.

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