Living In South Louisiana
Good Times Abound
It’s a place where the home and heart meet — a colorful mixture of bootstrap-grabbers and envelope-pushers who never sacrifice quality for quantity. A place where working hard means playing harder — and where the only standard of living is living well.
When you finally take it all in, it’s no mystery why the region is one of the most sought-after places in the South to invest, work, and live.
Ranked #1 Happiest City in America
In 2014, a Harvard study ranked Lafayette as the happiest city in America — and rightfully so. From global cultural events, like Festival International, to arts and enrichment opportunities like Art Walk, Rhythms on the River, Bach Lunch and more, residents can experience life out loud with a variety of entertainment activities.
Named Southern Living’s “Tastiest Town in the South”
If you prefer to mix food with your fun, buckle up. In 2012, the hub city was also named the“Tastiest Town in the South” by Southern Living. With the region’s annual array of food festivals, cookoffs, culinary classes, and cultural influence, any local excursion will leave you hungry for more.
No. 1 Producer of Good Times
What is FastStart?
Your management team is considering the relocation of the company. Will there be a workforce ready to fill vacant positions? How quickly can you staff them? More importantly, does your target location have a program in place to accommodate your business? If you’re...
Louisiana Earns 2022 Silver Shovel Award for Economic Development Wins
Area Development magazine recognizes Louisiana for job creation and business investment BATON ROUGE, La. – One of the nation’s leading economic development trade publications has presented Louisiana with a 2022 Silver Shovel Award, recognizing the state as one of the...
Savings on Set : Film Incentives in South Louisiana
It's no secret that Louisiana was home to productions like 1989's "Steel Magnolias" or 2019's "Christmas in Louisiana," but the state's film industry is much broader than what meets the eye. South Louisiana has been the site of an increasing number of star-studded...
Supreme Rice Invests $16.2 Million To Create Parboil Facilities in South Louisiana, Expand Product Line
New plants in Crowley and Mermentau will result in 99 new jobs and 181 retained jobs. 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...
Greenberry Industrial Manufacturing Project To Create 100 New Jobs in Jefferson Davis Parish
Facility will occupy former Gulf Island Shipyard site on Mermentau River JENNINGS, La. – Greenberry Industrial, a Washington-based fabricator and contractor serving a wide range of industrial markets, announced that it is in the process of converting a shipyard...
Southern Success Stories: SchoolMint
The Silicon Bayou welcomes another new member as SchoolMint selects a permanent home in Lafayette for their national showcase facility. As the leading K-12 solution provider for strategic enrollment management, SchoolMint is a major player in both technology and...
Lafayette Regional Airport Flies Forward with New Terminal
Market accessibility is a significant consideration when choosing a location to start or expand a business successfully. Having instant and reliable access to the surrounding world is paramount for reaching consumers, suppliers, and collaborators — and ultimately...
Southern Success Stories: Coastal Plains Meat Company
With its abundance of natural resources, market accessibility, and proximity to the Gulf of Mexico, South Louisiana is a booming region for agribusiness. The recent expansion of Coastal Plains Meat Company in South Louisiana will create jobs and improve meat...
New Developments in Lafayette Embrace its History While Looking to the Future
With its historic festivals, unique cuisine and distinct music, South Louisiana is known for its unique heritage. While honoring its rich history, South Louisiana also looks to the future with investments in economic development, infrastructure, and technologies. This...
South Louisiana 2021 Year in Review
What a year 2021 has been! From borrowed blooms to biofuel, medical marvels to meat production, South Louisiana has spent this year building better businesses and better lives. As we look forward to a new year of growth, let’s take a brief look back at a few of the...
