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Shell Project BlueCat expansion elevates Port Allen to No. 1
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Shell Project BlueCat expansion elevates Port Allen to No. 1

Shell Catalysts & Technologies has completed Project BlueCAT, a $121 million expansion that gives its Port Allen facility a second world-leading title. Already recognized as the world’s largest refining catalyst plant, it is now also the largest hydrotreating catalyst plant on the planet. Launched in 2023, the project increases the facility’s manufacturing capacity by 15,000 tons per year, positioning Shell to meet growing global demand for high…Read Article
DOTD: Part of La. 76 in Port Allen will close starting Friday
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DOTD: Part of La. 76 in Port Allen will close starting Friday

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development said that part La 76 will be fully closed starting Friday.Read Article

West Baton Rouge will provide school employees with one-time stipend at start of school year

PORT ALLEN - The West Baton Rouge School System will provide employees with a one-time stipend for the next school year. The stipend award is a $1,200 one-time check for full-time new and returning teachers and staff and $600 for part-time new or returning staff. “We’re excited to offer all current WBR employees this Retention and Recruitment Stipend as a thank-you for their continued dedication to our students and the community,” Smith said. “W…Port Allen · Port AllenRead Article

With a mobile unit and a growing menu, a Brusly snoball stand has become a year-round operation

Over-the-top sugary creations have long been the trademark of S.A.B’s Snowball Shoppe, which opened in Brusly in 2012. Customers head to its 6203 La. Highway 1 S. storefront for an ever-growing menu that includes treats like snoballs served in frozen pineapples or stuffed with cheesecake, plus savory bites like homemade chili, hot dogs and nachos.  Owned by the Williams family, the shop is always expanding its menu—and its business. Its mobile u…Brusly · BruslyRead Article

Quantix SCS, LLC, a Leader in the Chemical Space, announces opening of Port Allen, LA location

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/PRNewswire/ -- Quantix, North America's leading supply chain services company to the chemical industry, announces the opening of their new Port Allen,...Port Allen · Port AllenSee the Story

West Baton Rouge pursuit on I-10 crosses into East Baton Rouge Parish; deputy fired shots at vehicle

PORT ALLEN - A pursuit in West Baton Rouge Parish resulted in a deputy firing a shot at a vehicle before the pursuit crossed into East Baton Rouge Parish.Officials said just before 8 p.m., they attempted a traffic stop on Interstate 10 Eastbound and the driver refused to comply, leading to a pursuit.Deputies observed the suspect discarding a handgun from the vehicle, which law enforcement later recovered.At one point, the vehicle reached a dead …Port Allen · Port AllenRead Article

West Baton Rouge brings in engineering firm to analyze total drainage across parish

PORT ALLEN — Weeks after West Baton Rouge Parish voters rejected a drainage tax renewal, parts of the parish saw significant flooding after heavy rains.In response to that flooding event, the parish has brought in experts to help them find ways to move water more efficiently."We have an engineering firm that came in and they're doing a study for a new project we're looking at doing. Maybe adding some more drainage, another drainage ditch in," WB…Floods · Port AllenRead Article

Idol's John Foster Broke Down Singing Emotional Tribute to Late Friends

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Before the final votes were tallied, American Idol runner-up John Foster used his voice to honor friends he lost. The 18-year-old country singer first performed his original tune “Tell That Angel I Love Her” during the Easter Sunday special in April. Foster got emotional as he concluded his performance, saying, “I love you, Maggie,” into the microphone. When host Ryan Seacrest asked about the inspiration behind the ballad, Foster shared more ins…Entertainment · AddisRead Article

North DeSoto Baseball Beats Brusly for First State Title Since 2012

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North DeSoto beat Brusly 7-4 in game three of the LHSAA Division II Non-Select Championship, Saturday.Baseball · BruslySee the Story

Right lane closed on I-10 East at La. Highway 415 after multi-vehicle crash

PORT ALLEN - A multi-vehicle crash resulted in the right lane of I-10 East at Louisiana Highway 415 being closed, according to the West Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office.WBRSO said the left lane and exit ramp are open and drivers should expect delays.PermalinkPort Allen · Port AllenRead Article

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