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Borden plant to close in January

The Borden plant in Lafayette will close its operations in January, affecting local employment and the area's manufacturing sector. The closure marks the end of operations for the dairy processing facility that has served the Acadiana region.

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KLFY7h ago
Business & Economy

Louisiana Treasury reports $10.05M in unclaimed tax refunds

The Louisiana Treasury's Unclaimed Property Program has collected $10.05 million in unclaimed state tax refunds from over 35,000 individuals and businesses across the state this year. This statewide initiative helps Louisianans recover money owed to them by the state. If you believe you may have unclaimed tax refunds, you can contact the Louisiana Treasury to check your eligibility.

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KLFY9h ago
Business & Economy

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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KLFY1d 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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