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Buzzed Bull Creamery/Roll On In Holds Official Ribbon Cutting
Buzzed Bull/Roll On In Holds Official Ribbon CuttingBuzzed Bull Creamery/Roll On In celebrated the opening of the joint business with an official ribbon cutting ceremony on May 10 with Livingston Parish Chamber. Owners Natalie and Ken Davis were on hand for the event, as well as their staff, Chamber Ambassadors, and other officials. The business is co-owned by the Davis’ along with partner, Zach Braud. Buzzed Bull Creamery features a liquid nitrogen creamery with hand-crafted ice cream and milkshakes
CenterWell Senior Primary Care Celebrates Grand Opening
CenterWell Senior Primary Care Celebrates Official Grand Opening The Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce celebrated the grand opening of CenterWell Senior Primary Care’s newest clinic in Denham Springs with an official ribbon cutting. CenterWell Senior Primary is a network of one-stop doctor’s offices that offer complete care for Medicare and Medicare Advantage patients, with a focus on senior primary care. Each location is home to a care team staffed by doctors, care coaches, behavioral health
Direct Auto Opens in Walker
Direct Auto Opens in Walker Direct Auto recently celebrated the opening of their newest location in Walker with an official ribbon cutting with Livingston Parish Chamber. Founded in 1991, the company offers affordable auto insurance, term life, roadside assistance, and vehicle protection plans. Direct Auto also specializes in providing coverage for high-risk drivers. The new location is inside Walmart at 27270 Walker South Road, Walker, LA. Direct Auto can be reached at (225) 271-2317. About the
Green Select Program Open Soon to Entergy Louisiana Customers
Green Select program open soon to Entergy Louisiana customers Renewable program available for those who opt-inBATON ROUGE, La. – Entergy Louisiana customers will soon be able to take advantage of a program that allows them to align a portion of their monthly electric usage with renewable energy credits.Beginning this May, the Green Select option gives residential and business customers in Louisiana the power to match some or all their electricity usage with clean, renewable energy generated in state.
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Screen-Shot Device Repair Celebrates Second Location in Walker
Screen-Shot Device Repair Opens Second Location in Walker Screen-Shot Device Repair celebrated the opening of a second location with an official ribbon cutting held by the Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, March 9, 2022. Screen-Shot Device Repair is a veteran owned and operated business. Owner, Casey Petitjean has over 10 years of experience in this industry and is excited to offer his services in Denham Springs and now at his second location in Walker. Screen-Shot Device Repair
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LouisiAndy's Seafood Celebrates Official Opening
LouisiAndy’s Seafood Celebrates Official OpeningThe Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the grand opening of LouisiAndy’s Seafood in Livingston, LA with an official ribbon cutting. Owner Andy Luther was born and raised in Venice Louisiana where he grew up learning about the seafood industry. In 2016, he started his own seafood business. Having great success, he knew it was time to move forward in making his business bigger and better. LouisiAndy’s Seafood Drive Thru officially
Sport Clips Founder Gordon Logan and Local Franchisee Aydell Honored by International Franchise Association
Sport Clips Haircut's Founder Gordon Logan and Franchisee Jeremy Aydell honored by International Franchise Association GEORGETOWN, Texas (March 3, 2022) – Gordon Logan, Sport Clips Haircuts founder and chairman, received the International Franchise Association’s (IFA) 2021 William Rosenberg Foundation Leadership Award at its recent annual convention in San Diego. The honor is given to "an individual who has made a significant contribution to franchise education and to the IFA Foundation through
With More than 350 Network Enhancements in 2021, AT&T Continues to Expand Coverage Across Louisiana
With More than 350 Network Enhancements in 2021, AT&T Continues to Expand Coverage Across LouisianaAT&T Blog Team February 24, 2022 Broadband Access and AffordabilityMobile and Fiber Broadband Expansion Will Help Give AT&T Customers and FirstNet Subscribers Better Access to InternetWhat’s the news? AT&T* customers and FirstNet® subscribers in Louisiana got a big boost in wireless connectivity and fiber access over the past 12 months. In 2021, AT&T completed more than 350 wireless network enhancements in
Elite Chiropractic Celebrates Renovation and Expansion of Services
Elite Chiropractic Celebrates Renovation and Expansion of Services Elite Chiropractic has been in Livingston Parish for quite some time with locations in Walker and Albany and recently underwent a renovation, as well as an expansion of services. With the addition of C.A.M. Wellness (Complementary Alternative Medicine) and innovative equipment, Dr. Ron McMorris’ patients now have an alternative to drugs and surgery, or they can use this method to get off of drugs faster after surgery. Elite
Entergy Unveils New Brand Identity, Logo with a Focus on the Future
Entergy unveils new brand identity, logo with a focus on the futureRefreshed visual identity symbolizes aspiration to become the premier utility for everyoneOn February 7, Entergy revealed its new corporate brand and a refreshed logo. The introduction of the new brand reflects our aspiration to become the premier electric utility and deliver a cleaner, brighter and more sustainable future for everyone. Download a high-resolution Entergy logo here. “At Entergy, we’ve had the privilege of providing safe,
Ochsner Continues Expanding Healthcare with Jan. 5 Opening of a New Health Center in Frost
Contact: Daryl Cetnar For Immediate Release w-225-761-5903 / daryl.cetnar@ochsner.org Jan. 5, 2022 Ochsner Continues Expanding Healthcare with Jan. 5 Opening of a New Health Center in Frost BATON ROUGE – Annual visits to a primary care physician are crucial for personal healthcare. Primary care physicians coordinate care and steer patients to
Leadership Livingston Class of 2022 Selected
Leadership Livingston selected its 10th class since inception of the program. The class notified of their selection and held their first meet up in August. Regular class sessions began in September. “The class of 2022 has had the opportunity to get together and is enthusiastic about the coming year. We all know if we wait for the perfect to get moving, in today’s world, we may be waiting a long time. Never has leadership development been more important than now. We heard from graduates following the
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Albany Business Opens New, Permanent Location
Hebert, Johnson and Associates expanded from one Ponchatoula location into an additional location in Albany several years ago. On Tuesday, August 4, 2021, they took the move to the next level when they cut the ribbon on their permanent location. Phil Hebert, founder and owner, stated Livingston Parish is his home. He addressed those in attendance by stating he grew up in Springfield and feel like he has made a full circle. He applauded Town of Albany officials on the ease of working with them to finalize
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Bank of Zachary Grand Opening
Livingston Parish Chamber welcomed Bank of Zachary to Livingston Parish with a Grand Opening. The Livingston Parish Chamber recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening that was meant to be last year. The event included a speech from the President and CEO, Mark Marrioneaux who gave mention and thanks to everyone that contributed to the new location in Watson. This is also a great transition for most Bank of Zachary employees, having most currently residing in or originally from
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Brandon G. Thompson Opens New Location in Denham Springs
Livingston Parish Chamber welcomed Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home to the Livingston Parish community with a ribbon cutting on their newest location. Owners Brandon G. Thompson and Martha McKneely Thompson were delighted to finally be able to welcome family, friends, and Chamber members at the long-awaited ceremony held on May 10. The Thompsons expressed their gratitude to everyone who helped along the way in making their dream a reality, including their staff who were all in attendance. The family at
Dr. Cynthia Baker, O.D. & Associates is Now Louisiana Eye Care
Exciting things are happening in our office and we are so excited to fill you in! Dr. Cynthia Baker, O.D. has been serving the Denham Springs community and its' surrounding areas for over 37 years. In January 2020, her daughter, Dr. Celeste Baker DiCarlo purchased the family practice and has renamed the office Louisiana Eye Care. Dr. Baker is very passionate about optometry and is excited to serve her patients for many years to come as a part time provider at our clinic along with her daughter, Dr.
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Livingston Parish Women's Leadership Award Winners 2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: April Wehrs |chamber@livingstonparishchamber.org | (225) 665-8155Women’s Leadership Awards Announced (Denham Springs, La.) – The Livingston Parish Chamber Announced the 2020 recipients of the Women’s Leadership Awards on Friday, Dec. 11 at the Women’s Leadership Event. The awards rounded out an event with dynamic speaker, Tina Schaffer, M.Ed, SHRM-SCP, Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt, and Fitness Instructor, Regional Vice President of Human Resources, Franciscan Missionaries of Our
Alexis Ducorbier State Farm Ribbon Cutting
State Farm Agent, Alexis Ducorbier, celebrated a ribbon-cutting with the Livingston Parish Chamber for their new Juban Crossing location on Friday, February 14, 2020. The ribbon-cutting ceremony kicked off the Grand Opening and attendance included the Insurance Account Representatives Rani Kliebert, Brenda Doughty, Melissa T. Donaldson, and Zach Vidrine. Alexis thanked her husband, family, customers, friends, and the Livingston Parish Chamber for helping her make this opening a success. ServPro and
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Raising Canes Walker Holds Ribbon Cutting with Livingston Parish Chamber
“People have been asking when there was going to be a Cane’s in Walker literally since we opened the first location,” said Todd Graves, Raising Cane’s founder and CEO. The answer was Tuesday, July 16, 2019, at 10 am. Opening the doors at the first Raising Cane’s location in Walker was preceded by a Grand Opening celebration and Ribbon Cutting ceremony. The Walker High band, Cane III, national BMX Champion Terry Adams and many others were a part of the celebration which included a Ribbon Cutting ceremony
Livingston Parish Business Awards Announced for 2018
The Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce recognized 11 local businesses as “Businesses of the Year” Wednesday at their Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet. Winners were chosen for their leadership in the business community and their dedication and impact in Livingston Parish. Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce President and CEO, April Wehrs, said that the awards help highlight the important role that businesses play in the community. “These businesses are essential partners to the Livingston Parish
Chamber Member Jefferson Financial Donates $1,000 for Elderly
(Denham Springs, LA) – After learning about the needs of the elderly to stay warm at a Chamber of Commerce meeting, employees at Jefferson Financial Federal Credit Union went into action. They donated $1,000 to the Livingston Council on Aging to assist local seniors as temperatures dropped into the 30s and 40s this week in Livingston Parish. “Elderly people are calling daily in need of heaters and heating blankets in order to get through this winter season,” notes LCOA’s Executive Director, Kay Granger.
Charlie's Reopening, Airborne Soft Opening & LeFleur's Restaurant Closes
Business News Week of September 10thDianette Busbin is the new manager atSouthern Properties. She is an experienced realtor in South Louisiana with eight years in the business, which makes her the perfect person to manage the successful, multi-agent branch of Berkshire Hathaway. We’re jumping for joy. Denham Spring’s first trampoline park, Airborne Extreme, is set to have a soft opening on September 20 and a grand opening on September 29. The facility includes a trampoline room, foam pit, ninja course and
Gator Millworks Names Lacey Meier VP & CEO Awarded 40 Under 40
Gator Millworks Promotes Lacey Meier to Vice President of Pre-Construction Gator Millworks is pleased to announce the promotion of Lacey Meier from Project Estimator to Vice President of Pre-Construction. In this new role, Lacey will be tasked with coordinating and overseeing all estimating and pre-construction efforts for Gator Millworks. “I am so appreciative for this opportunity to help reshape and drive this company forward. I plan to help structure and implement organization in the pre-construction
Leaps and Bounds Sports Center Has 20th ''Birthday Party''
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASELeaps and Bounds Sports Center to Celebrate 20th “Birthday” Saturday The Denham Springs based acrobatic gym will celebrate 20 years of business and fun this Saturday at their location on Eden Church Rd. The Birthday Bash will be held from 11 am- 3 pm and include games, an obstacle course face painting and prizes, including a month of tuition. The event is free to the public and everyone is encouraged to attend and celebrate the long-standing Denham Springs business.
All Star Automotive Group Adds Two Denham Locations
Denham Springs became home to two new All Star dealerships this June. All Star Nissan and All Star Kia held ribbon cutting ceremonies on June 27 and 29 at a facility facing I-12 across from the Juban Crossing Shopping Center. The Nissan location is over 35 thousand square feet and holds 26 service bays. All Star doubled the size of the previous Florida Boulevard location and increased the staff. The Kia location brings 30 new jobs to Livingston Parish. All Star Automotive group has 11 dealerships and
Livingston Parish Fire Protection District 4 Acquires Property on Satsuma Road for New FIre House
Livingston Parish Fire Protection District 4 acquires property on Satsuma Road for new fire house Walker, LA – The Livingston Parish Fire Protection District 4 (LPFPD4) acquired .88 acres of property on Satsuma Road from the Livingston Parish School Board. Plans are being developed to construct a new fire station on the property, located south of the North Oaks Hospital. “We are excited about building a new station to better
Livingston Parish Business Award Winners Named
The Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce is proud to recognize the 9 recipients for its 2016 Annual Business of the Year Awards. The award winners were recognized at the Chamber’s Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon on January 25, 2017. The recipients stood out for their outstanding businesses and their impact to both the Livingston Parish economy and community. Nominees and applicants were sent out of state for judging by an independent panel. the awards were presented to the winners with 200 plus guests
Big Mike's Reopens After Bar Rescue
Big Mike's Sports Bar & Grill is now back in business beginning October 25 after the historic August flood following help from Bar Rescue on Spike TV. Not your typical Bar Rescue, but a rebirth of a community favorite. The Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting on Sunday, October 16, 2016 to welcome them back. Big Mike's is a loyal member and named the the chamber's 2013 Small Business of the Year. As part of their "Back 2 Biz" Initiatives, the Chamber is honored to have been a part
Back 2 Biz - Livingston Parish Chamber
Like all Chambers of Commerce, the Livingston Parish Chamber is the community’s “front door” to business. The chamber is set up to represent and promote the area’s economy and encourage local business in order to broaden the tax base and provide employment. Back 2 Biz is a community wide initiative launched in August 2016 by the Livingston Parish Chamber to promote and accelerate the Livingston Parish business and economy following the historic flooding earlier that month. The Chamber hopes to promote
BAR RESCUE at Big Mike's Sports Bar & Grill, Denham Springs
Big Mike's Sports Bar & Grill is getting BACK 2 BIZ with help fromBAR RESCUE! This is not your typical bar rescue...but a rebirth of a local favorite after the flood. Join Them at their Kick-Off Events This Week: Wednesday, October 12 / 5:00 pmBAR RESCUE at Big Mike's KICK OFF Event - Be On TV!More Info Here Thursday, October 13 / 2:30 pmCOCKTAIL TESTING will be held at Office Bar in Baton RougeMore Info Here Friday, October 14 / 5:00 pmSOFT OPENING at OFFICE BAR in Baton RougeMore Info
North Oaks Medical Center Achieves Designation as Level II Trauma Center
North Oaks Shock Trauma Center has earned official verification from the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and designation from the Louisiana Department of Health as a Level II Trauma Center. Strategically located at the intersection of Interstates 12 and 55, known as the “Crossroads of the South,” North Oaks is the only Level II center serving Region 9, which is comprised of Tangipahoa, Livingston, St. Helena, St. Tammany and Washington parishes, and one of five designated trauma centers in
23 Graduate from 2016 Leadership Livingston Program, Impacts Thousands in Parish
On the evening of Tuesday, June 21, the Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce hosted a graduation event in celebration of their Leadership Livingston class of 2016. This concludes the 4th successful year of the Leadership program. This year’s graduating class of 23 tackled a total of 4 community projects. Combined, these projects influenced multiple communities over the entire parish. Projects included lighting in Denham Springs Antique District, a community park in Town of Albany, a helipad in Killian,
Todd Caruso Named to Chamber Board of Directors
The Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors welcomes Todd Caruso, Attorney at Law, as the newest Board Member. Todd will be filling an unexpired term. “Todd brings an expertise in labor law, employment, and business law, and insight that is valuable to the Chamber Membership,” explains Chairman Brian Abels. “I am honored to be selected for the Livingston Parish Chamber Board of Directors,” Caruso says. “As a Livingston Parish business owner and lifelong resident, I look forward to
Chamber supports three parish tax proposals
As an economic development organization and the only chamber of commerce representing Livingston Parish, the Chamber today voices support of the detention center and the two school tax proposals on the April 9th ballot. “While it is always tough to endorse any tax, particularly in these times, the economic impact to the parish and investment in the future of the parish weighed more heavily in the decision. As a business organization, the chamber recognizes the positive impact that education has on the
Chamber Celebrates Opening of New Jambalaya Restaurant in Denham
DENHAM SPRINGS, LA – On Friday, February 12, Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting for Pot & Paddle Jambalaya Kitchen. The restaurant and catering franchise is located at Juban Crossing in Denham Springs. Chamber Members joined Pot & Paddle’s managers, owners, and staff to officially welcome them to their new location. Pot and Paddle serves authentic Cajun cuisine from jambalaya to pastalaya and desert. Their menu satisfies not only the taste buds of lifelong Cajuns, but visitors
Announcing Let's Put Our Cities on the Map in Livingston Parish
Let's Put LIVINGSTON PARISH on the map! Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce 1st in the state of Louisiana to sign up for Google's Let's Put Our Cities On The Map! Stay on the look out for future announcements.
Chamber hosts Parish Council candidates in orientation
New Livingston Parish Council members hoping to build positive working relationship with parish administrationHeidi R. Kinchen | hkinchen@theadvocate.comDec. 24, 2015; 0:53 p.m.Full Article Here Eager to start work immediately after taking office next month, the nine newly elected members of the Livingston Parish Council have been meeting to learn more about the job and to open discussions about who will lead the board as chairman. Incoming Livingston Parish Council. Members will be sworn in Jan.
Chamber Hosts Ribbon Cutting for ZAXBY'S
The Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting to welcome ZAXBY’s to their new location in Denham Springs. The ribbon cutting was held the morning of Monday, December 21 before their grand opening event. Chamber Members joined Zaxby’s managers and staff to officially welcome them to their location in Denham Springs. Zaxby’s also hosted a Grand Opening event following the ribbon cutting where the first one hundred customers received free Zaxby’s for a year! Zaxby’s strive to stay
Chamber Cuts Ribbon at The Taylor Clinic
Chamber Cuts Ribbon at The Taylor Clinic The Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting welcoming The Taylor Clinic to their new location. The ribbon cutting was held Thursday, November 19. Dr. Jim Taylor of the Taylor Clinic has practiced in Livingston Parish for the last 11 years. Formerly employed by a hospital system, he is now establishing an independent practice focused on the patient-centered principles of Family Medicine. Dr. Taylor graduated from LSU School of Medicine in New
Congressman Garret Graves to Address the Chamber Business Community
Congressman Garret Graves to Address the Chamber Business Community The Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce will host their General Membership Luncheon on August 26th. Guest speakers will include Congressman Garret Graves and Jeffrey Martin of Regions Bank. Congressman Graves will give attendees an update from the Nation’s Capital. This is the first time the Congressman returns to report to the Chamber business community since their debate last year. Jeffrey Martin, Business Banking Executive
Chamber Announces Leadership Livingston 2016 Class
Chamber Announces Leadership Livingston 2016 ClassThe Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce proudly announced the 2016 Leadership Livingston class during a Meet & Greet event. The event was held on the evening of August 4 at North Oaks Health System off Satsuma. This is the chamber’s 4th Leadership Class. The class of 25 includes the following:Amie Barton | Regions Bank Amy Konieczka | Amy Konieczka Photography Brittni Blankenship | Quality Engineering & Surveying Carl Duplessis | Jefferson Financial
2015 Livingston Parish Business Prioirites
Livingston Parish Business Leaders Announce state priorities for 2015 Legislative Session The Chamber's Governmental Affairs Committee hosted the State Delegation representing Livingston Parish to discuss the 2015 Legislative Session and the priorities for the parish in regards to business. Representatives Pope, Hodges and Schexnaydre plus Senator Erdey attended. Representative Mack and Senators White and Amedee were unable to attend. Business leaders in attendance were Wayne Dugas / Lard Oil, Craig
Dr. Donald St.Angelo joins Advanced Dental Care
Dr. Donald St.Angelo grew up in Denham Springs. He attended Denham Springs High School where he graduated in 2002. He then went on to LSU to receive his bachelors degree in Biological Sciences. After completing his undergraduate studies he attended the LSU School of Dentistry where he earned his DDS. Dr St. Angelo still lives in his home town of Denham Springs with his wife Jessica,son Max and expecting baby Eli any day now. It is his privilege to provide gentle and caring oral health care to his
Livingston Parish Chamber to award $23,000 in Scholarships
Press Release: For Immediate Release March 20, 2012Contact: April Wehrs, 225-665-8155 april@livingstonparishchamber.orgLivingston Parish Chamber to award $23,000 in Scholarships The Livingston Parish Chamber of Commerce has received over 100 applications for the Academic, Alice Sibley and Ability Beyond Scholarships. The Chamber’s Education Committee Chair, Shannon Bernard states this is the highest number of applicants to date. “We are very pleased with the student’s response to this scholarship
