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The Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 2020 State of the Parish Address. Bringing together, Acadia Parish Sheriff K.P. Gibson, Acadia Parish Police Jury President, Chance Henry, Acadia Parish School Board Superintendent Scott Richard; and the event will make an effort to inform local citizens of the progress of the areaRead more

In conjunction with the Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Banquet – Acadia Parish Honors, nominations are being sought for annual award honorees. The Chamber is asking local businesses, clubs and organizations, to nominate an Outstanding Business Person (or Business) of the Year and a Humanitarian of the Year. In addition, nominations for Outstanding YouthRead more

Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) in Crowley is located at 1325 Wright Avenue, Suite K. They’re part of a network of heart hospitals in South Louisiana that began in Houma in 1983. Now, CIS has grown to become a world-renowned practice. This commitment to growth and excellence has earned CIS recognition as a leaderRead more

CROWLEY, La. – In advance of Congressional redistricting following the 2020 Census, the Lafayette and Lake Charles metro areas and surrounding parishes are uniting to promote the two regions’ shared values, culture, population, and vision as the Acadiana / Southwest La. Super-Region. Earlier this week, legislators from both regions gathered at the Grand Opera HouseRead more

LAFAYETTE, LA — Randy Prather, Chairman and CEO of First National Bank of Louisiana (FNB), announces the promotion of two executives, reflecting the bank’s success as a local community bank with locations in Lafayette, Crowley, Lake Charles, and Sulphur. Rose Miller has been named President of FNB after serving 18 years as Executive Vice President. Read more

Grab your friends and family and head to Acadia Parish this Mardi Gras season! With traditional Courir de Mardi Gras celebrations, carnival rides, and plenty of parades to choose from– you are sure to find somewhere in Acadia Parish to ‘pass a good time, cher’! Rayne Mardi Gras Parade & Celebration When: Saturday, February 22ndRead more

By Michael Klein, USA Rice WASHINGTON, DC — The nation’s capital takes on a decidedly Cajun flair this time of year when thousands of Pelican State residents flock to the city and join Louisiana expats to spread the Mardi Gras spirit and celebrate all things Louisiana. On Friday, the rich culinary heritage of Louisiana and theRead more

Let us not forget that the cultivation of the earth is the most important labor of man. When tillage begins, other arts will follow. The farmers, therefore, are the founders of civilization.   The Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce and Supreme Rice have begun planning for their annual Farmers’ Appreciation Dinner in honor of theRead more

Krewe of Town Revelers With the theme “I Want my CIM-TV,” this year’s Krewe of Town Revelers Carnival Ball will take celebrants back to the 80’s.It will invoke memories of big hair, bright-colored clothing, Cabbage Patch Dolls and the determination to solve a Rubik’s cube.This year’s ball will be held on Saturday, Feb. 22, atRead more

Company to retain 150 jobs statewide, expand existing facility as 85th anniversary approaches CROWLEY, La. — Today, Gov. John Bel Edwards and Supreme Rice President and CEO Bobby Hanks announced a $20 million expansion of the rice mill’s facilities in Crowley, Louisiana. The project will secure the company’s position as a leading rice processor byRead more