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Foster Farms Investing $30M In Louisiana Poultry Plant Expansion

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The Union Parish project will retain 1,092 existing jobs and create 50 new jobs. LED began working with Foster Farms on the new capital project in December 2016. In 2009, Foster Farms made a commitment to purchase, renovate and reopen the former Pilgrim’s Pride poultry facility in Union Parish. John Bel Edwards.

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Regional Cities Initiative Project Launched In South Bend

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The initial work will provide needed renovations and address infrastructure issues related to the historic site, which has remained largely vacant since Studebaker ceased auto production in South Bend in 1963. An illustration shows what the former Studebaker assembly plant will look after the renovation. A Bold Vision For The Future.

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STATE FOCUS: Florida – Let The Sun Shine

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According to the Florida & Metro Forecast 2013–2016 , published in April by the Institute for Economic Competitiveness (College of Business Administration, University of Central Florida), Florida’s economic future also looks bright. percent in 2016. percent by the end of 2016. percent during 2013 to 2016. percent).”.

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Business Report: Illinois Leaders Form Non-Profit to Spur Job Creation

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By Jonathan Sanders From the March/April 2016 Issue. The company will begin hiring for processing and manufacturing positions within the next 90 days and plans to open the 115,000-square-foot facility in the second half of 2016. O’Connor said the company plans to complete renovations by the end of May. Palatine Road.

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A Blueprint For Success In Rural Colorado

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In 2016, the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade led 27 initiatives during the first round of the Blueprint 2.0 Like many locations in Colorado, the Grand Valley offers a juxtaposition of modern, industrial sites, historic downtown renovation projects and wide open land. initiatives. Interstate 70 and U.S.

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Heroic Efforts In California

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By the BF Staff From the January/February 2016 Issue. Renovate America partners with cities and counties to provide financing solutions that help save energy, lower utility bills, reduce emissions, create new jobs and increase property values. McNeill, CEO of Renovate America.

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The Travel & Tourism Game

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percent over 2016’s figure, and direct taxes from commercial gaming passed the $9 billion mark. Three new properties opened in New York state, one in Kansas and others began or completed major renovations or expansions in 2017. commercial gaming in the 2017 calendar year. billion in gaming revenue represented an increase of 3.4

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