• The project is expected to create 418 new job opportunities in the Central Region.
• The campus will establish Applied Digital’s first Louisiana location and support advanced AI and cloud computing workloads.
• Initial operations are expected to begin in mid-2027.
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P&G’s Alexandria plant has produced fabric care products for nearly 55 years, including Tide Pods. The project is expected to result in 50 new direct and indirect jobs in Rapides Parish. Construction is expected to take place over the next two years. ALEXANDRIA, LA – Industry giant and household brand Procter & Gamble has announced it
ALEXANDRIA, La. – Ucore North America, a subsidiary of Ucore Rare Metals Inc., announced it is investing $75 million to establish North America’s first modern technology rare earth element separation and purification facility in Rapides Parish. The Louisiana Strategic Metals Complex will establish a U.S.-based supply chain of rare earth oxides required to manufacture electric
PINEVILLE, La. – Plastipak Packaging Inc. announced a $53.8 million, 200,000-square-foot expansion of its Rapides Parish manufacturing facility that will add warehouse space, up to five new production lines and streamline operations. The company is expected to create 15 direct new jobs while retaining 340 current positions. Louisiana Economic Development estimates the project will result
March 26, 2025 – Rapides Regional Medical Center has been named one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals for 2025, according to new research released by Healthgrades. Not only is Rapides Regional Medical Center the only hospital recognized in Louisiana, this achievement places Rapides Regional in the top 5 percent of hospitals nationwide for overall
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From: Travel + Leisure Magazine Alexandria, Louisiana Alexandria bills itself as a “small Southern city with big-city amenities.” It’s close to an airport (Alexandria International Airport, less than 10 miles away, is served by Delta and American Airlines)—and the number of nearby health care establishments and hospitals within Rapides Parish reaches nearly 500. Other prominent
An Underrated City In The Heart Of Louisiana Is A Dynamic Hub Of Creole Culture And Small-Town Vibes By Chris Hunt April 26, 2025 5:15 pm EST www.islands.com A small Southern city in the heart of Louisiana is a cultural melting pot that offers much more than meets the eye, with nearly endless outdoor pursuits
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A Community Built for Business Growth Central Louisiana, and Alexandria in particular, has cultivated a collaborative business environment where small and minority-owned enterprises can thrive. For entrepreneurs, success isn’t just about capital it’s about access to supportive networks, mentorship, and resources that help businesses scale efficiently while remaining connected to the community. Local Business Networking
A Workforce Ready for Business Growth Alexandria, Louisiana, is more than just a central location it’s a hub for skilled, ready-to-work talent. Businesses looking to expand or optimize operations in Central Louisiana benefit from a growing workforce supported by statewide economic initiatives, local colleges, and tailored training programs. From manufacturing to healthcare and technology, Alexandria’s
Halifax, Nova Scotia (May 28, 2025) – Ucore Rare Metals Inc. (TSXV: UCU; OTCQX: UURAF) (“Ucore” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it will hold a formal ground-breaking ceremony on Thursday, May 29th for its Louisiana Strategic Metals Complex (“SMC”), the Company’s first commercial rare earth element (“REE”) refining facility, located at the England Airpark in Alexandria, Louisiana. The Louisiana SMC will produce high-purity
