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The southern parishes of the Pelican State have got the secret sauce for success, matching a solid track record of growth with a unique quality of life.


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The southern parishes of the Pelican State have got the secret sauce for success, matching a solid track record of growth with a unique quality of life.
10/20/2018
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    Latest: Making A Splash In South Louisiana - The southern parishes of the Pelican State have got the secret sauce for success, matching a solid track record of growth with a unique quality of life.

    South Louisiana
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    Making A Splash In South Louisiana

    The southern parishes of the Pelican State have got the secret sauce for success, matching a solid track record of growth with a unique quality of life.
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    2017 rankings
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    Manufacturing

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    Site Development Grants
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    Surveys & Research

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    Manufacturing

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