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Don't miss the next Louisiana Central Industry Update on KSYL Tune in Wednesday, September 11, to hear from Louisiana Central's Vice President/COO, Lafe Jones, and Executive Director of Business Development, Dan Purvis, as they discuss ?????????????????? ??????????????'?? ???????????????? ?????????????????????? ????????????????????. They will also provide insight on the ?????? ?????????????????? ???????? ?????????????? ?????? ?????? ???????????? ???? ???????????????????? ?????? ?????????????????????????? ???????????????????? ???? ?????????????? ??????????????????. Learn how these initiatives are driving economic growth and shaping the future of our region! #LISTEN Wednesday, September 11, at 8:00 am on KSYL on channels 104.9 FM, 970 AM, 100.3 HD #CALL_in and ask your questions live! (318) 442-8255 #FOLLOW Louisiana Central for more updates on industry development!

After a rigorous review of nearly 20 applicants and a comprehensive interview process with both internal leadership and external partners, we are thrilled to announce that ?????????? ?????????????? has been unanimously selected as the new ?????????? ?????????? ?????????????????????? ?????? ?????????????????? ??????-???????????? ??????????????????????! ?? As Value Chain Coordinator, Iriel is responsible for managing the Louisiana portion of the Delta Regional Food Business Center activities, including supporting small-scale farmers in accessing grants and connecting them to intermediated markets. She collaborates with various stakeholders to foster a sustainable agricultural network that benefits small, socially disadvantaged farms and promotes equity and financial success. Iriel’s extensive qualifications, along with her experience working in complex national programs with connections to the USDA, made her the standout candidate for this important role. The Louisiana Central team is proud of her transition, and we’re excited to watch her lead. Congratulations, Iriel! We look forward to the impact you'll make in this new role! ???? Get to know Iriel a little more at https://hubs.ly/Q02P0mc00 Central Louisiana Local Foods Initiative #LouisianaCentral #FarmAndFood #AgDevelopment #LouisianaAgriculture

#ForImmediateRelease - ?????????????????? ?????????????? ?????????????????? ?????? ?????????????????? ???????? ALEXANDRIA, LA – Louisiana Central announces that the Whitehall Industrial Site, located on the Mississippi River south of Vidalia, has officially received the Louisiana Economic Development (LED) Certified Site designation. This recognition underscores that the site's 520 acres is ready for industrial development, confirming that it meets the rigorous criteria set forth by the LED Certified Sites Program. Read more here: https://hubs.li/Q02NThW00

?? Yesterday, we enjoyed attending The Rapides Foundation Symposium! Louisiana Central was proud to participate in the grantee showcase, where we had the opportunity to shine a spotlight on some of our impactful programs, including Healthcare Career Central and Entrepreneurship Central's Business Acceleration System. These initiatives are all about empowering our community and fostering growth, and it was wonderful to share our mission with the attendees! A special shoutout to The Rapides Foundation for being such a vital part of our community. Your commitment to making a difference is inspiring, and we are grateful for your support and partnership! ?? We also enjoyed David Pogue's enlightening and entertaining presentation. His insights and humor left us feeling inspired and ready to take on new challenges! Congratulations to everyone involved in making this year’s symposium a resounding success! We can't wait to see what the future holds as we continue to work together. #LouisianaCentral #RapidesFoundation #CommunityImpact #HealthcareCareerCentral #EntrepreneurshipCentral #BusinessAccelerationSystem #DavidPogue #WeAreLouisianaCentral #GrowingJobs #GrowingOpportunities #GrowingOurRegion

You may have moved away, and you know what you ????????.... BUT do you know what you're ??????????????? Nestled in the heart of Louisiana, Central Louisiana is a place where building a community, growing a career, and raising a family come naturally. Here, you can enjoy the best of small-town living—close-knit communities, affordable costs, and knowing your neighbors—while staying easily connected to big-city amenities and the rest of our great state. Our rich natural landscapes, distinctive cultural offerings, and vibrant arts scene are just the beginning. Rediscover the opportunities waiting for you, and find your way back to the future we’re building together. Start your journey at https://hubs.li/Q02NwXmm0. Louisiana Economic Development #ComeHomeLA #HeartOfLouisiana #RediscoverLouisiana #LouisianaLiving #CentralLouisiana #BuildYourFuture #ExploreLouisiana #LouisianaCulture #ComeHomeLouisiana #BackToTheBoot

Over the past decade, the market has served as a crucial food access point, a farm and food business incubator, and community gathering place, significantly impacting the local economy and community. Throughout September, the market will host a series of events to commemorate this milestone, starting TODAY with a ribbon cutting, live music, and more! Read the article by The Town Talk Alexandria, La.'s Melinda Martinez, highlighting the strong bond between vendors and customers at the market. https://lnkd.in/gpwCJse2

The Alexandria Farmers Market is celebrating 10 incredible years of serving Central Louisiana! ?? For the past decade, the market has been a vital part of our community—providing fresh food, supporting local farms and businesses, and creating a welcoming space for everyone to gather. It has played a key role in strengthening our local economy and fostering connections across our region. Join us throughout September as we celebrate this milestone with special events! Let’s come together to honor 10 years of growth, resilience, and community building! Read more here: https://hubs.li/Q02N6gbT0 Follow the Alexandria Farmers Market Facebook page to stay informed!?? #AlexandriaFarmersMarket #10YearAnniversary #ShopLocal #CommunityStrong #WeAreLouisianaCentral #GrowingJobs #GrowingOpportunities #GrowingOurRegion

The August edition of the Greater Baton Rouge Business Report titled "Louisiana's Next Big Industry?" spotlights two major developments in Central Louisiana. Syrah Technologies: Already producing high-purity graphite for EV batteries, Syrah's continues to expand the facility in Vidalia, enhancing Louisiana's role in the growing clean energy sector. Ucore Rare Metals Inc. : Set to build a rare earth element separation facility at England Airpark/Alexandria International Airport in Rapides Parish, Ucore is crucial to strengthening the U.S. supply chain. Work continues on this project. Members of the Ucore team were in town last week working on next steps with local contractors Louisiana Central is proud to have been part of the team of local partners that recruited these projects, bringing significant investment and hundreds of jobs to our region. The article focuses on how and why global companies are investing billions of dollars in Louisiana in a race against China to power electric vehicles. Please take the time to read and understand why the state is behind these projects. ?? Read the full digital article: https://hubs.li/Q02LbYWD0 ?? View the pdf: https://hubs.li/Q02LbBLf0 If you are unable to open the article, email Britni Lilley at [email protected]. #GrowingJobs #GrowingOpportunities #GrowingOurRegion #CleanEnergy #EVbatteries #USsupplychain

The next Louisiana Central Industry Update on KSYL is all about the Alexandria Farmers Market! ?? Hear from Lafe Jones, our VP & Executive Director of Industry Relations, along with Chris Richmond, Vendor Market Specialist, and Gary Perkins, Executive Director of Business Acceleration System, as they discuss 10 years of the market's impact on our community and the special events that are planned! Don't miss out—tune in on Wednesday, August 14, at 8:00 AM on KSYL (104.9 FM, 970 AM, 100.3 HD). ?? Don't forget that you can #call_in while on air! (318) 442-8255! ?? ?????????? ?????? ??????’?? ???????????????? ?????? ?????????????? ?????????? ?????????????? ???????????????????? ??????????????????! Learn more about the Alexandria Farmers Market at https://hubs.li/Q02L1rDx0 #Celebrating10Years #AlexandriaFarmersMarket #LouisianaCentral #WeGrowGoodStuff