News for Economic

Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Grow NELA, the regional economic development authority for Northeast Louisiana, announced today that MacroSource will spend nearly $14 Million to rebuild and grow in East Carroll Parish, Louisiana.   MacroSource is one of the largest, most influential, wholesale distribution companies for bulk dry and liquid fertilizers.  The Lake Providence facility was largely destroyed due to severe weather ...read more
Categories: Economic, Human Interest, Press Release
Monday, September 16, 2024
Ouachita Parish first responders, who own and occupy their homes and qualify for Louisiana’s Homestead Exemption, can benefit from a new property tax break. The Ouachita Parish Police Jury (OPPJ) unanimously adopted an ordinance allowing qualified first responders in Ouachita Parish to receive an additional Homestead Exemption. To qualify for this new benefit, a first responder must be a ...read more
Categories: Economic, Community