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Six Acadiana sites earn national REDI readiness awards

Six industrial and commercial development properties across the Acadiana region have received national REDI (Readiness, Environmental, Development, Infrastructure) site designations, recognizing their readiness for business development. One Acadiana, the regional economic development organization, announced the awards, which position these sites as competitive locations for attracting new companies and investment to the area.

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KLFY19h ago
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Lafayette celebrates Buc-ee's groundbreaking ceremony

Gov. Jeff Landry and Buc-ee's founder Arch Aplin held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new Buc-ee's travel center in Lafayette. The facility is scheduled to open in February 2028.

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KLFY20h ago
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Founder brings Buc-ee's to his Louisiana roots in Acadiana

Buc-ee's founder Arch Aplin is bringing his popular travel center chain to Acadiana, with a new location planned to open in February 2028. This expansion marks the first Buc-ee's in the region and represents significant economic development for the area.

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KLFY4d ago
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FAA rolls back regulations on commercial rocket launches ahead of Starbase Louisiana

The Federal Aviation Administration has announced regulatory changes for commercial space launches and reentry licensing, with plans for a major overhaul in 2027. These changes are expected to support the development of Starbase Louisiana, a commercial spaceport project being developed in the state.

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