Department of Veterans Affairs Advises Strategic Planning for Job Seekers
The article highlights the importance of a strategic approach to job searching, including understanding one's own career desires and preparing thoroughly. The VA provides guidance for applicants on the aspects to consider before applying for a job.
ExxonMobil to Boost Tech Industry with $100 Million Investment in Baton Rouge Plant for Semiconductor Production
ExxonMobil will invest $100 million in Baton Rouge to increase production of semiconductor-grade isopropyl alcohol by 2027, creating jobs and boosting Louisiana's role in tech supply chain.
New Orleans Police Investigate Fatal Shooting in Sixth District as Suspect is Released Without Charges
NOPD is investigating a homicide from a shooting in Sixth District, with the victim fatally wounded at 2nd and Clara Streets. Suspect was released after questioning; investigation is ongoing.
New Orleans' Beloved Tracey's Original Irish Channel Bar Set to Close Amid Financial Struggles
Tracey's Original Irish Channel Bar in New Orleans is closing due to setbacks, including parade cancellations and permitting issues. Owner Jeffrey Carreras reflects on the bar's cultural impact and plans to host pop-up events until May's end.
New Orleans Police Seek Public's Aid to Locate Suspect in Canal Street Hit-and-Run Injuring Cyclist
NOPD seeks help after a hit-and-run on Canal Street, involving a black pickup truck, left a cyclist seriously injured. The truck, with unique LED and grill lights, fled the scene. No driver description yet. Public urged to share info.
Pedestrian Stable After Being Struck by Car in Downtown Oklahoma City, Driver Cooperates with Investigation
A person was hit by a car in downtown Oklahoma City early morning; the driver stayed to cooperate with police, and the victim is stable but in hospital. The accident details are under investigation.
Linde Invests Over $400M in Air Separation Unit to Support Low-Carbon Ammonia in Ascension Parish
Linde invests over $400 million to construct the largest ASU in the Mississippi River corridor, aiding the production of low-carbon ammonia and economic growth in Ascension Parish, Louisiana.
Join the Movement, Louisiana Small Businesses Invited to 2025-26 SEBD Roundtables for Growth and Networking
Louisiana's LED is inviting small businesses to join the 2025-26 SEBD Roundtables for networking and growth, with applications open for participants to discuss challenges and share experiences.
Hood Container Invests $118.9 Million in St. Francisville Paper Mill, Securing 295 Jobs and Boosting Local Economy
Hood Container Corporation will invest $118.9 million to modernize its St. Francisville paper mill, maintaining 295 jobs and expecting to create 819 indirect jobs. The upgrade will increase production and support Louisiana's agribusiness sector.
Chemical Release and Fire at Smitty's Supply in Roseland 90% Contained, Emergency Teams Tackle Environmental Impact
A chemical fire at Smitty's Supply Inc. in Roseland is 90% contained, with no human casualties and ongoing recovery efforts. Wildlife affected should be reported via hotline.
New Orleans Police Seek Public's Help to Identify Suspects in Bourbon Street Robbery Incident
The NOPD seeks public help to identify three suspects in a robbery. A victim was lured into a car on Bourbon Street and later robbed by the trio. Descriptions of the suspects and their vehicle were provided.
Amazon Unveils First Same-Day Delivery Facility in Louisiana, Elevating New Orleans Area Shopping Experience
Amazon launched Louisiana's first same-day delivery center in Elmwood, anticipating creating over 200 jobs and enhancing customer convenience with advanced robotics technology for faster order fulfillment.
Louisiana State Police Release Video Detailing Trooper-Involved Shooting and High-Speed Chase in Lafourche Parish
The Louisiana State Police released a video detailing a trooper-involved shooting, resulting in one fatality and two arrests after a chase linked to a narcotics investigation.
Louisiana State Police Releases Detailed Report on Fatal Lafourche Parish Crash Involving Kyren Lacy
Louisiana State Police released detailed evidence from Kyren Lacy's fatal crash incident for transparency, including a crash report and briefing video. They emphasized reliance on the full facts, addressing the serious outcomes of the crash.
St. John the Baptist Parish Launches Restaurant Day and Celebrates Small Business Saturday to Boost Local Economy
St. John the Baptist Parish launches Restaurant Day with deals to support local eateries, coinciding with Small Business Saturday, promoting community investment and local spending.
New Orleans Teacher Convicted of Sex Trafficking Minor Faces Life Sentence
Aaron Terod Johnson, 37, was found guilty of sex trafficking a minor and coercing another into prostitution. He now faces a prison sentence ranging from 10 years to life, with sentencing scheduled for March 18, 2025.
New Orleans Fire Department Tackles Back-to-Back Blazes in Algiers and Uptown with No Reported Casualties
The New Orleans Fire Department tackled two major fires on New Year’s, one three-alarm fire in Algiers and another two-alarm in Uptown, which led to 18 people being displaced. No casualties were reported.
Louisiana Clinches Business Facilities' Platinum Deal of Year with $5.8 Billion Hyundai Steel Project in Ascension Parish
Louisiana wins Business Facilities' Platinum Deal of the Year again for Hyundai Steel's $5.8 billion investment in a new steel mill, expected to create over 5,400 jobs in Ascension Parish.
Covington-Based Ampirical Embarks on $43M Expansion, Adding 175 Jobs in St. Tammany Parish
Ampirical is expanding its headquarters in St. Tammany Parish, with a 90,000 square-foot facility, creating 175 jobs. The $43 million project reflects the company's two-decade commitment to the local economy.
St. John the Baptist Parish Celebrates Entrepreneurial Success with Kauffman FastTrac Graduates
A ceremony celebrated local entrepreneurs who completed the Kauffman FastTrac Program, with discussions on the program's impact on over 200 entrepreneurs, offering resources and training to advance small businesses.
LaPlace's Baskin Robbins Featured in St. John the Baptist Parish's "Saturday Spotlight" Series
LaPlace's Baskin Robbins is highlighted in St. John the Baptist Parish's "Saturday Spotlight" social media campaign, celebrated for its vast flavor selection and ability to cater to both special occasions and impromptu dessert desires.
Rouses Finally Lands On Chef Menteur, Serving Up A Big Grocery Win For New Orleans East
Rouses opened a new store at Chef Menteur Highway on Feb. 2, converting a former Winn‑Dixie and adding produce, seafood and deli departments to New Orleans East. The move aims to improve local access to fresh food and preserve jobs amid a wider Rouses expansion.
16-Year-Old Entrepreneur Ryder St. Amant's "Dipped' by Ryder" Sweetens St. Charles Parish with Successful Home-Based Business
A 16-year-old, Ryder St. Amant, balances high school with his successful home-based business, Dipped' by Ryder, in St. Charles Parish, inspiring teen entrepreneurship.
Shintech Drops $3.4 Billion On Plaquemine Plant, Dangles 800 Jobs For Capital Region
Shintech will invest $3.4 billion to expand its Plaquemine plant, adding ethylene and VCM units and promising more than 800 potential jobs for the Capital Region. The phased build targets lower emissions and a first‑phase finish in 2030.
Feds Drop $134 Million On Rare-Earth Waste Plants In Gramercy And Ardmore
DOE selected two demonstration projects in Louisiana and Oklahoma for up to $134M to extract rare earths from industrial waste and bolster domestic supply chains. The awards name a Gramercy, LA plant and an Ardmore, OK demo with MIT.


















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