Find out how local young professionals are stepping up to make a difference at the Terrebonne Churches United Food Bank — and how you can join them.

The Greater Lafourche Port Commission has announced it approved the acquisition of a 743-acre tract from the State of Louisiana, paving the way for the expansion of Argent LNG’s landmark liquefied natural gas export development in Port Fourchon.

"With Bollinger’s extensive experience in marine engineering and shipbuilding, they have been selected to deliver this critical project. We’re looking forward to working with Bollinger to create the conditions to modernize Louisiana’s shipyard capabilities to meet the demands of the aerospace industry’s cutting-edge capabilities,” said Rocket Lab Vice President – Neutron, Shaun D’Mello.

Once completed, the acquisition is expected to increase Business First’s total assets to approximately $8.5 billion, with over $6.6 billion in total loans.

“After years of growth, innovation, and commitment to excellence, we are excited to enter this next chapter with Loadstar,” said John Breaux Jr., President of Atlas Marine Services. “Partnering with them allows us to expand what we do best while maintaining the values and culture that define our team.”

The local franchise, started back in 1999 and owned by the Griffin family, was purchased by lifelong Houma residents Richard and Robin Rieve just last week.

"Raquel possesses the investigative skills of a detective, the sharp eyes of an eagle, the memory of an elephant, and — most importantly — the heart of CASA. She is fair, unbiased, and relentless in her pursuit of what is best for the children in her care," shared Edward Olivier, CASA Supervisor.

Neuro.io will create more than 1,100 jobs across AI engineering, healthcare, and manufacturing through a project that includes an advanced manufacturing facility and a digital therapeutics training center.

As part of the collaboration, Hyundai will provide critical support to Tampa Ship in vessel design, procurement of specialized equipment, and transfer of advanced shipbuilding technology.

CIS interventional cardiologist Dr. Pradeep Nair was the first to use this new 100mm length balloon on Tuesday, June 17 at the CIS Ambulatory Surgery Center in Gray, Louisiana.