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23
Friday, March 27, 2020
NEW ORLEANS – The past several days have been haunting: Hurricane Katrina all over again. As a 30 plus year public relations veteran, I consider Katrina one of the most important times in my career. Indeed, I find the same feelings hold true now with COVID-19. One big difference, however, is that 15 years ago I was an employee; now I am a business owner with the precious livelihood of staff in ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Community
Friday, March 27, 2020
NEW ORLEANS – The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) launched its digital Learning Toolbox today aimed at educating Louisiana students about the role that the local maritime industry and the Port play in our everyday lives. Students, parents and educators are invited to explore the Port’s four lines of business, immerse themselves in videos and learn about careers made possible by Port activity and ...read more
Categories: Education, Press Release, Community
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
Panera Bread to re-open Metairie café.
On Monday March 30, 2020 Panera Bread café located at 4848 Veterans Blvd. in Metairie will reopen for business. This location is part of the franchise CSC Investments, LLC. who also owns and operates 11 cafés across the state. Cities include – New Orleans, Harvey, Metairie, Slidell, Covington, Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and Lake Charles. All these cafés are ...read more
Categories: Press Release
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
For more information, contact:
Michael Tipton, (225) 297-2849
Ben Mahoney, (225) 298-7377
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation Commits $2.1 Million to COVID-19 Response Grants to support nonprofits meeting community needs, available immediately
(Baton Rouge, LA) — The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation has announced its commitment of at least $2.1 million to ...read more
Categories: Economic, Press Release
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Wednesday, March 25, 2020
Meet CASPR.Healthcare’s Unique Continuous Disinfectant TechnologyThe CASPR Medik™ Solution is based on technology developed to protect the astronauts in the International Space Station. Once inserted into the ducts of an HVAC system, CASPR Medik™ reacts with the H2O molecules found in the air to continuously create highly effective oxidizing molecules, which are delivered at safe levels to all ...read more
Categories: Human Interest
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
NEW ORLEANS – Fidelity Bank has announced a 90-day payment deferment for all loan clients effective immediately as a response to the COVID-19 crisis. Additionally, Fidelity will waive late payment fees, waive early withdrawal penalties on certificates of deposits and pause negative credit reporting through June 2020.
To request a loan deferral, Fidelity Bank clients must fill out a short form ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Economic
Monday, March 23, 2020
Metairie – The Center for Development and Learning (CDL) is pleased to announce the hiring of Sarah Cortell Vandersypen as the Vice President of Advancement and Strategy, Michael Willis as the Director of Public Policy, and Alana Mangham as the Literacy and Learning Specialist.In this new role, Sarah Cortell Vandersypen, CFRE oversees the organization’s fundraising, marketing and communications, ...read more
Categories: Press Release
Monday, March 23, 2020
These are unprecedented times for all of us, and at Entergy Louisiana we take the health, safety and security of our customers, communities, employees and business partners very seriously. We are committed to powering our customers and communities regardless of the circumstance.
I want to personally share the steps we are taking to ensure we continue to deliver on our commitment to provide ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
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Monday, March 23, 2020
March 23, 2020, LOUISIANA – Cox announced today that it is adjusting operations in its metro Baton Rouge, New Orleans and Lafayette service areas in light of the growing coronavirus pandemic and emergency orders issued by the State and local governing bodies. Despite these changes, Cox is committed to continuing to provide critical services to local homes, while keeping our employees, customers ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Monday, March 23, 2020
WE ARE OPEN!
We appreciate all of your support at this time and we look forward to serving you!
With all of the grocery stores in chaos, all schools closing, and with the CDC's encouragement to stay home, Pigeon will be offering home meals that you can purchase same day and we will deliver to you free within a 10 miles radius of our kitchen. All menu items are a six serving portion, with ...read more
Categories: Press Release
Monday, March 23, 2020
NEW ORLEANS – In an effort to help working families experiencing financial hardships as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, the Entergy Charitable Foundation has established the COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund.
“The health and safety of our customers, employees and communities is Entergy’s top priority,” said Leo Denault, chairman and CEO of Entergy Corporation. “For more than 100 years, ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Saturday, March 21, 2020
To my fellow Jefferson Chamber members,As we learn more about the Covid-19 virus developments be certain that our national and local community citizens are foremost in our thoughts and prayers. Our first priorities are the health and safety of our families, friends, community members and business partners. Once the medical experts determine it's safe and we move past this health crisis, the ...read more
Categories: Economic, Chamber
Friday, March 20, 2020
This article summarizes the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (H.R. 6201) (“the Act”), which was enacted March 18, 2020. The Act becomes effective 15 days after enactment, or Thursday, April 2, 2020. The Act in its current iteration will cease to be enforceable on December 31, 2020.
The Act provides two changes to employee leave: (1) 2 weeks of paid leave for specific COVID-19-related ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Economic
Friday, March 20, 2020
Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Louisiana stores in Jefferson Parish remain open at this time to serve our customers and our community. Our stores undergo cleaning and sanitizing daily with upkeep throughout the day Our employees practice hand washing and other healthy protocols as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control. We have reduced our hours – 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. – Monday ...read more
Categories: General News Article
Friday, March 20, 2020
Categories: Community, Press Release
Thursday, March 19, 2020
To all Members.
ARC Document Solutions is OPEN - Please contact Nathan.Kanter@e-arc.com for any needs. Such as back drop banners, large format banners and signs, promotional products, document scanning service, printing equipmetn needs and CDC Health and Safety Posters, We also offer delivery and pick up while working at home. We can help with supplies, and other services. www.e-arc.com ...read more
Categories: Community
Thursday, March 19, 2020
As people stay home under social distancing recommendations by Louisiana’s Governor John Bel Edwards, Michael Williamson CEO of the United Way Southeast Louisiana says many people will suffer a significant economic hit, “There are households and families who are considered asset-limited income-constrained, so basically folks who live paycheck-to-paycheck just barely making ends meet.” He adds ...read more
Categories: Economic, Community, Press Release
Monday, March 16, 2020
NEW ORLEANS – The Greater New Orleans Foundation, a local philanthropic organization, said it has activated its Disaster Response and Restoration Fund in response to the new coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
“With official states of emergency being announced by both the Governor of Louisiana and the Mayor of New Orleans, the Greater New Orleans Foundation is ready to respond,” said the group in ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
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Thursday, March 05, 2020
Kenner, LA. – Kenner has earned its highest rating level in 49 years of participation in the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Community Rating System (CRS) program on floodplain management projects.
According to FEMA literature, flood insurance premium discounts will be applied to eligible policies as recognition of the floodplain management activities instituted for both residences ...read more
Categories: Economic, Community, Press Release
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Thursday, March 05, 2020
(AVONDALE, La) - The Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO) announced the launch of the 2020 JEDCO Challenge powered by Greater Lakeside Corporation on Thursday. The economic development organization is currently accepting applications for the eighth annual startup pitch event for early-stage ventures with ties to Jefferson Parish.
Launched in 2013, the JEDCO Challenge has ...read more
Categories: Economic, Community, Press Release
Thursday, February 20, 2020
Categories: General News Article, Press Release
Monday, February 10, 2020
Metairie – The Center for Development and Learning (CDL) is pleased to announce the hiring of Dr. John E. Wyble, CAE as its President and CEO as of August 1, 2019.
Dr. John E. Wyble, CAE, is an accomplished leader, strategist, and collaborator with more than 25 years’ proven success leading complex organizations to sustained and strategic growth. His career is concentrated in executive ...read more
Categories: Press Release
Tuesday, February 04, 2020
NEW ORLEANS – Public relations firm Gambel Communications announced that Rachel Strassel has been promoted to senior communications strategist.
Strassel joined Gambel in 2017 and most recently held the position of communications strategist. As senior communications strategist, Strassel handles media relations, social media, special events and community relations for her clients as well as ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
