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Facebook to open $5 billion data center in Holly Ridge

November 21, 2024December 18, 2024 Free PressBreaking News, Business

A few months ago, Governor Jeff Landry came to Monroe and announced that later this year, he would announce a major economic development coming to the area. He managed to keep it tight-lipped until this week, when the public service…

data center, Facebook, Governor Jeff Landry, Holly Ridge, Meta

Duo finds business success exterminating roaches, termites, and rats

October 31, 2024November 21, 2024 Free PressBreaking News, Business

In the heart of Northeast Louisiana, two African-American entrepreneurs are making their mark in the pest control industry. Tron Belle and Derrick Dossom, co-owners of Dossom Extermination, have been successfully operating their business for 12 years, serving homes within a…

Derrick Dossom, Dossom Extermination, pest control industry, Tron Belle

School’s live stream attracts thousands nationwide

September 19, 2024September 25, 2024 Free PressBreaking News, Business

Wossman High School’s sports broadcasts have taken on a professional sheen, rivaling the quality of NFL productions. Thousands watch Wossman games each week, building a national fanbase larger than its in-stadium attendance. The mastermind behind this transformation is Kita Kenyatta…

Kita Wright, live stream, ProWorks Production, Wossman High School

Boys learning business basics, start with $100

September 21, 2023October 2, 2023 Free PressBreaking News, Business

“The Black Tie Guys” are learning how to establish a business in real-time, with real money that they get to keep. The Black Tie Guys, a youth mentoring program of Tab-N-Action, Inc., is providing a unique and hands-on learning experience…

Black Tie Guys, mentoring program, Tab-N-Action Inc

SEDD’s Million-Dollar tax plan nixed by Bond Commission

February 22, 2019 Free PressBusiness, Events

It’s back to the drawing board for the Southside Economic Development District after the State Bond Commission turned down its request to hike taxes in South Monroe pending a resolution of support from the Monroe City Council. This week Charles…

Casino Bill Introduced by Hunter, may hit bumps

April 4, 2018April 5, 2018 Free PressBusiness, Events

Private meetings between Theus and owners of Diamond Jack Casino could wreck Monroe plans as Legislators fear possible snatch and grab motive behind secret meetings.      Rep. Marcus Hunter introduced a bill   Log in to read the remainder…

Services Saturday for Sullivan Harris, Pharmacist

March 29, 2018 Free PressBusiness, Deaths, Events

Funeral services are set Saturday for veteran businessman Sullivan Harris who along with Wilford Smith, began a successful pharmacy partnership that lasted 40 years.   Harris and Smith opened   Log in to read the remainder of this story. Download…

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