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Across Jefferson Parish, JEDCO is helping businesses grow, projects take shape, and ideas move forward. Explore our latest press releases, news coverage, and multimedia stories to stay connected to the momentum.
For media inquiries, contact Kelsey Scram, Chief Marketing Officer.
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Learn More: Japan-Based Fuji Vegetable Oil to Open Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, Food Processing-Distribution Complex
Japan-Based Fuji Vegetable Oil to Open Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, Food Processing-Distribution Complex
Fuji Vegetable Oil Inc., owned by Fuji Oil Holdings of Japan, will develop a food processing, storage and distribution complex…
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Learn More: JEDCO celebrates Fuji Vegetable Oil Groundbreaking
JEDCO celebrates Fuji Vegetable Oil Groundbreaking
A global food manufacturer celebrated its $70 million investment with a groundbreaking Friday morning.
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Learn More: JEDCO’s Marketing Strategy: An Interview with our Director of Marketing & Innovation
JEDCO’s Marketing Strategy: An Interview with our Director of Marketing & Innovation
Kelsey Scram, our Director of Marketing & Innovation, sits down with Toucan Advertising founder Luke Jones to discuss JEDCO’s marketing…
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Learn More: See the apartment building planned for the Elmwood Kmart site
See the apartment building planned for the Elmwood Kmart site
The transition of Elmwood Shopping Center into an development anchored with new residences, retail and dining choices took a key…
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Learn More: 2,000 new jobs expected as Avondale Shipyard announces new ownership
2,000 new jobs expected as Avondale Shipyard announces new ownership
The 254-acre Avondale Shipyard site on the west bank of Jefferson Parish is officially back in business. Gov. John Bel…
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Learn More: Proposed Avondale redevelopment OK’d by Jefferson Parish Council, see plan details
Proposed Avondale redevelopment OK’d by Jefferson Parish Council, see plan details
The Jefferson Parish Council on Wednesday threw its support behind the proposed purchase and redevelopment of the former Avondale Shipyard,…
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Learn More: JEDCO President & CEO Recognized On List Of North America’s Top 50 Economic Developers
JEDCO President & CEO Recognized On List Of North America’s Top 50 Economic Developers
The Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO) is pleased to announce JEDCO President and CEO Jerry Bologna’s inclusion on a…
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Learn More: JEDCO President & CEO recognized on list of North America’s Top 50 Economic Developers
JEDCO President & CEO recognized on list of North America’s Top 50 Economic Developers
Congratulations to JEDCO leader, Jerry Bologna, on his recent inclusion on the list of North America’s Top 50 Economic Developers…
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Learn More: JEDCO seeks Strategic Initiatives Specialist
JEDCO seeks Strategic Initiatives Specialist
We’re hiring! Interested in working with a team of passionate and talented individuals to advance the overall economic viability of…
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Learn More: JEDCO, Delgado Community College celebrate grand opening of River City Site in Churchill Park
JEDCO, Delgado Community College celebrate grand opening of River City Site in Churchill Park
JEDCO joined Delgado Community College and key elected officials and business leaders to celebrate the opening of a new campus…
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Learn More: Delgado opens River City campus for fall semester
Delgado opens River City campus for fall semester
Delgado Community College has opened its newest campus in time for the fall semester. The college held a ribbon-cutting Thursday…