Mid South Extrusion (MSE), a family-owned flexible film and bag manufacturing company, is investing $12.5 million to expand production capacity with the addition of two new, state-of-the-art polyethylene extrusion lines at its facility in northeast Louisiana.
Northeast Louisiana is experiencing unprecedented global attention following the Meta announcement of a $10 billion investment to construct an artificial intelligence (AI) data center in Richland Parish. This monumental project is already transforming the region’s economic landscape and will create over 500 direct jobs and bring approximately 6,000 construction workers at its peak.
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Northeast Louisiana (NELA) is stepping boldly into the future, with strategic vision, collaborative initiatives, and high-impact projects reshaping the region’s economic landscape. From infrastructure investments to cutting-edge tech hubs, the outlook for 2025 and beyond is full of opportunity and momentum. The Evolving Economic Landscape of Northeast Louisiana NELA is undergoing a transformation fueled by
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The arrival of the Meta Data Center in Richland Parish marks a transformative moment for Northeast Louisiana’s economy. As one of the most significant tech investments in the region’s history, this project is not only bringing cutting-edge infrastructure but also creating a ripple effect of job creation, workforce development, and economic growth. A Game-Changer for
In a landmark economic development move, Louisiana has secured Meta’s newest and largest AI-optimized data center, a $10 billion investment in Richland Parish. This project, which recently earned the Platinum Award from Business Facilities’ 2024 Deals of the Year, represents a transformative opportunity for the state’s economy and workforce.
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Louisiana economic leaders help to make our state the silicon valley of the south. In Richland Parish, Meta, the parent company of Facebook, is building a massive data center to meet its needs for the future of artificial Intelligence. Here’s a look at what that means not just for the economy, but for Louisiana as a whole.
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In a time when location can determine the trajectory of a company’s growth, Northeast Louisiana (NELA) is fast emerging as one of the South’s best-kept business secrets. From dynamic agribusiness legacies and healthcare expansion to forward-thinking startups and high-tech industry, this region offers fertile ground for success—literally and figuratively. Entrepreneurs, corporations, and investors alike are
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Northeast Louisiana is set to experience a generational economic transformation as Meta unveils plans to invest over $13 billion in a state-of-the-art data center in Richland Parish. This groundbreaking project is projected to result in 500 or more direct new jobs, more than 1,000 indirect jobs and 5,000 construction workers at peak. A project of this magnitude positions the region as a prime location for global technological investment.
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LAKE PROVIDENCE, Louisiana – 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.
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MONROE, Louisiana – Grow NELA is pleased to announce a new partnership with Brandon Welch, who has been contracted to serve as the organization’s Business Development Manager.
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