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CROWLEY, La. – Supreme Rice, one of the largest rice-milling operations in Louisiana, is investing $16.2 million to develop parboil facilities in Crowley and Mermentau for a new line of ready-to-eat products. The expansion will create 20 direct new jobs, and LED estimates the project will result in 79 indirect jobs, for a total ofRead more

IOTA – Named for a family that has always been and remains influential in the area, the Town of Iota officially opened its first community park in ceremonies Sunday afternoon. Foret Park, located on First Street near the volunteer fire department, includes two sets of playground equipment, a basketball court, a quarter-mile walking track, threeRead more

CROWLEY – A familiar face is leading South Louisiana Community College’s Acadian Campus as campus director. As the campus director, Mary Morrison will have oversight of campus operations and act as a liaison for new and continuing students, as well as local officials, community organizations, the K-12 school system, and the community at large.  Morrison,Read more

EUNICE, La. – Louisiana State University at Eunice has been awarded more than $846,000 of grant funding through the Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities Initiative (WORC) it was announced this week.  The LSU Eunice project, Sustaining Future Farms in Louisiana, centers on providing workforce training pathways for new and technologically advanced jobs in the agriculture sector. LSUERead more

The Town of Church Point is proud to announce that the Le Vieux Presbytère Museum, 205 Rue Iry Lejeune in Church Point, has reopened and now welcomes the public to view the new and updated exhibits illustrating the history of the town every Saturday from 11am until 2pm.  The museum will also be open fromRead more

On Thursday, January 27th, the Acadia Parish Chamber of Commerce and Supreme Rice honored over 600 hard-working farmers at the annual Farmers’ Appreciation Dinner at the International Rice Festival Building in Crowley.  Guests began arriving at 5:30 pm, giving them an opportunity to visit exhibitor booths and socialize. Earlier that morning, Chef Night Train BlaneRead 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’! Krewe de Joie de Vie Tableau & Ball When: Saturday,Read more

A live oak is to be planted in observance of Louisiana Arbor Day at 10:00 a.m. on January 21st at the Acadia Parish Tourist Information Center. The public is invited to attend the tree-planting ceremony to learn more about the live oak species and its importance to soil and air quality, storm protection, and erosionRead more

As the new year draws near, small businesses are celebrating with employees and families alike. Holiday preparations go beyond planning parties and gatherings though as the new year lurks just around the corner and brings new opportunities that can be capitalized upon. Working within our community has shown that creating a marketing plan is theRead more

(FIDDLERS GREEN, Colo.) – Global Medical Response (GMR) and Med Express Ambulance Service leaders announced today that they have signed an agreement for GMR to purchase the assets of Med Express. The company, headquartered in Alexandria, La., has 350 team members and a fleet of 70 ambulances, wheelchair vans and support vehicles. The employees willRead more