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St. Landry Chamber of Commerce Notice – Keep Louisiana Beautiful Clean BIZ Partnership
St. Landry Chamber of Commerce Notice – Keep Louisiana Beautiful Clean BIZ Partnership
Experienced Medical Oncologists, New Services Available at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center at Opelousas General Health System
Opelousas General Health System (OGHS) and Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center (Mary Bird Perkins) have announced that two long-time oncologists, Bryan Bienvenu, M.D. and David Hanson, M.D., FACP are now accepting patients at the Cancer Center located on OGHS’ South Campus, 3983 I-49 S. Service Rd.
St. Landry Parish Tourist Commission News
For news from the St. Landry Parish Tourist Commission please go to their website by clicking on this link: https://www.cajuntravel.com/
Update from Opelousas Downtown Development District (ODDD) on Park Renovation
Please see the following press release from Opelousas Downtown Development District about PROGRESS ON SOUTH CITY PARK RENOVATIONS AT DONALD GARDNER STADIUM.
ODDD Agrees To Bond $4.7 million For Stadium, Track
The Opelousas Downtown Development District agreed on Friday to heavily-assist in funding the first phase of a proposed South City Park athletic complex project that includes installing an outdoor track at Donald Gardner Stadium.
Landry Street Sidewalk Project Starts In June
Construction for the downtown Landry Street sidewalk improvement project, which includes both sides of Landry Street between Court and Market Streets, is scheduled to begin the first week of June.
Opelousas Downtown Development District Board Meeting Tomorrow Morning
Opelousas Downtown Development District Board Meeting set for tomorrow at 9AM. (Friday, May 19, 2023). The Public is invited to attend.
Tourism Networking Meeting Set for Thursday at Opelousas Museum
For our May Networking Meeting join us on Thursday, May 18 at 9 a.m. at the Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center located at 315 N. Main Street in Opelousas.
St. Landry Now Podcast, Ep. 2
Hear a recap of your local news from last week by Stuart K. Amidon.
Junior CEO Camp Set for July 24-28, 2023
Due to the enormous success of the 2022 Junior CEO Camp, the St. Landry Chamber Foundation is again sponsoring the Junior CEO Champ from July 24-28 this year.
Opelousas General Health System Foundation Scholarship Recipients Announced
The OGHS Foundation recently awarded nine St. Landry Parish students a cumulative total of $40,000 in scholarships during the annual Scholarship Banquet. Click on the photo to read more.
Superintendent Candidates Answer Forum Questions
A pair of St. Landry Parish School superintendent finalists cleared another hurdle needed to obtain the position Monday night as they previewed potential aspects of their administration before a live audience at the Delta Grand Theater.
CLEAN BIZ PARTNERSHIP LAUNCHED TO ENGAGE BUSINESSES TO CLEAN UP LOUISIANA
Keep Louisiana Beautiful invites all chambers and businesses to partner and promote a clean Louisiana.
St. Landry Chamber of Commerce Calendar Update
Please click on the following link to bring you to the St. Landry Chamber of Commerce Calendar.
https://www.stlandrychamber.com/events/
Delhomme-Trained Horse Shines At ED
Touchuponastar was brilliant once again with an impressive score in the $60,000 EVD Classic on Saturday night.
Support St. Landry Now
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Free Like A Girl Stars At ED Event
Free Like a Girl kept her local record unblemished with a victory in the $60,000 EVD Distaff on Friday night.
Jenkins Loses Close Zachary Superintendent Vote
Former St. Landry Parish School Superintendent Patrick Jenkins narrowly missed becoming superintendent for the Zachary School District following a vote by board members on Tuesday night.
ST. LANDRY PARISH SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT DISTRICT CANDIDATE PUBLIC FORUM
Mark your calendar for the St. Landry Parish School Board Superintendent Candidate Public Forum set for
May 8th @ 6 PM at the Delta Grand Theatre – 120 S Market Street, Opelousas, LA
Despite Obvious Ending, Superintendent Search Continues
If the numbers are accurate, what’s the necessity in proceeding with the selection process still underway for selecting a St. Landry Parish School superintendent?
St. Landry Now Community Calendar Provides Information on Upcoming Events
St. Landry Now Community Calendar Provides Information on Upcoming Events. Check it out!
Parish Council Introduces Ambulance Provider Ordinance
The St. Landry Parish Council has introduced an ordinance which intends to create an emergency service advisory board which establishes regulations for licensing parish wide ambulance service.
Acadia Parish School Board Announces Three Job Openings
The Acadia Parish School Board is searching to fill three positions for the upcoming school year.
St. Landry Chamber of Commerce Business Summit Photo Gallery Two
The St. Landry Chamber of Commerce held its second Annual Business Summit on Friday at LSUE. (Photo gallery two by Courtney Jennings.)
St. Landry Chamber of Commerce Business Summit
The St. Landry Chamber of Commerce held its second Annual Business Summit on Friday at LSUE. (Photo gallery one by Courtney Jennings.)
St. Landry Chamber of Commerce 2nd Annual Business Summit
The St. Landry Chamber of Commerce held its second Annual Business Summit on Friday at LSUE.
St. Landry Chamber of Commerce is Racing to Support a Great Cause
News from the St. Landry Chamber of Commerce: Come enjoy the 149th Running of the Kentucky Derby with great food, specialty cocktails, and so much more while supporting a great cause on May 6th!
Cleco Celebrates Employees for Line Mechanic Appreciation Day
April 18, 2023 – Cleco joins electrical companies across the nation to
celebrate National Line Mechanic Appreciation Day.
St. Landry Chamber of Commerce Weekly Update
This link takes you to the weekly update on events in the area. https://www.stlandrychamber.com/events/
City Officials Adopt Ordinances to Help with Downtown Revitalization
The long process for refurbishing downtown Opelousas began this week as elected city officials approved a pair of ordinances that intend to bring vibrancy and rehabilitation for currently vacant buildings and prepare them for commercial use.
St. Landry Bank CEO Responds to Attempted Robbery
St. Landry Bank and Trust Company CEO Robert S. Tomlinson, III issued the following letter in response to an incident the occurred at the downtown Opelousas main office of the bank yesterday morning.
New Abandoned Building Ordinance Goes into Effect in Opelousas
With a vote of four to one, the Abandoned Building Ordinance was passed by the Opelousas City Council last night.
Cleco employees help make day extra special at Pineville High School in support of‘Together Tuesdays’
Today, Cleco employees and mascot, Hot Spot, opened car doors, greeted students, and gave high fives and hugs at Pineville High School in Pineville, La.
in support of “Together Tuesdays.”
Group Home Proposal Not Approved
A proposed group home that would provide living accommodations north of Opelousas for young girls has not received approval from the St. Landry Parish Council after residents living nearby have indicated that they are opposed to the operation of the facility.
St. Landry Chamber of Commerce Weekly Update
Information on upcoming events and activities from the St Landry Chamber of Commerce.
DDD Delays Further Discussion for Park Plan
Further discussion pertaining to a proposed redesign funding for athletic facilities at South City Park has been discontinued at least until after the 2023 football season, according to Opelousas Downtown Development District chairperson Lena Charles.
St. Landry Parish Tourist Commission Seeks Nominations
An opportunity to serve on the St. Landry Parish Tourist Commission is available.
BIG Grant Funding Available For Downtown Owners
Qualified business and/or commercial property owners in Opelousas Downtown Development District can now apply for grant funds for building rehabilitation work through the Building Improvement Grant (BIG).
Evangeline Downs Establishes 61-day Thoroughbred Season
The Louisiana Racing Commission recently approved an amended dates schedule for the 2023 Thoroughbred season at Evangeline Downs. The meet will now consist of 61 days of racing, with opening night Friday, April 7.
