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Networking never stops in Acadiana. From Christmas parties to Mardi Gras parades, Crawfish boils to festival season, there is always an opportunity to network. Whether you are looking for a job or a new client, networking the right way will increase your chances of success. Utilize these helpful tips to get the most out ofRead more

Crowley Post-Signal Notre Dame coach Lewis Cook has racked up quite a few accolades during his 33- year head coaching career, including last summer’s induction into the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. Now, he is in the running for yet another honor. And another big one, at that. The NFL recently announced the high schoolRead more

The Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce and Supreme Rice have begun planning for their annual Farmers’ Appreciation Dinner in honor of the farmers who make such a large contribution to the culture and the economy of Acadia Parish.  The event will take place on Thursday, January 24, 2019 at the International Rice Festival Building inRead more

The Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce invites you to attend the Iota Business Mixer on January 10th at Le Museé. Here, you will be able to multi-task in the best possible way: unwind at the end of your workday and strengthen professional relationships at the same time. The Iota Business Mixer is open to theRead more

Brookshire Grocery, the parent company of Super 1 Foods, says they have helped to feed more than 18,000 families as part of their 37th annual Spirit of Christmas Food Drive.  Super 1 Foods, Spring Market, and FRESH by Brookshire stores in nearly 150 communities participated in the drive which took place between October 31 and DecemberRead more

BUSINESS WIRE First National Bank of Louisiana and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) will award $18,200 in Partnership Grant Program (PGP) funds to Crowley Main Street and Empowering the Community for Excellence (ETCFE). Local dignitaries will join bank representatives in awarding the funds at a check presentation at noon Thursday, NovemberRead more

Halloween is just days away and we’re all making plans for a spooktacular time for trick-or-treating in Acadia Parish. Here are the times for trick-or-treating and Halloween-themed events across the parish. Let us know if you have any additional events that we may have missed! Church Point October 31, 5:30 to 7:30 pm Crowley WitchyRead more

Today is your day. You are our birthday girl! A resident of Encore Healthcare & Rehabilitation, Cecelia Miller was born a mere 107 years ago today! She hails from the beautiful town of Iota of which she is extremely fond. Cecelia married Duclide Young and from their loving union came one daughter, four grandchildren, 13Read more

100+ Citizens from across Church Point packed the Church Point Community Center last night for the 2018 Church Point Candidate Forum hosted by the Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber is proud to offer the forum with the purpose of informing citizens. The  Chamber’s Legislative Committee under the direction of Chairperson, Daniel Nugier, asRead more

From local to legendary, the International Rice Festival is bringing a variety of artists to play at this year’s festival! We will hear from returning artists like Wayne Toups and Jamie Bergeron, and first-timers Glen Templeton and Parish County Line. We are so excited for this line-up, and of course, the infamous ‘rice festival weather’!Read more