Learn more about the booming economy of the I-12 Alliance by reading these articles published by local and national press.
 January 16, 2008 - I-12 Corridor business plan rolling: 5 parishes sign on to strategy
"You now have the strategy, the target industries and the tools" to attract new businesses into the region, consultant Angelos Angelou [of AngelouEconomics] told business leaders during a luncheon meeting at Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond. The Times-Picayune reports. 
January 16, 2008 - Louisiana's I-12 Alliance is Announced
The Advocate reports on the unveil of the I-12 Alliance and what it means supporting the incredible economic environment of the region.
January 2008 - Louisiana center grows with revived city: Bayer Properties renews Slidell's Summut Fremeaux
St Tammany Parish's New Projects update details Bayer Properties enthusiasm and investment in Slidell.
December 4, 2007 - St Tammany Government Access Channel Wins National Telecommunications Award
Access St Tammany, Cable Channel 10, was awarded honorable mention from the National Association of Telecommunications for their one-hour special, "Katrina Remembrance." Article was originally posted by Channel 10.
November 14, 2007 - Louisiana's I-12 Alliance is Born as Collaborative Regionalism Continues
Officials from the Florida Parishes met to discuss residential and commercial promotion of the region, thereby approving the new identity, I-12 Alliance. The Hammond Star reports.
November 7, 2007 - Parish Building Permits Jump
The Daily Star (Tangipahoa Parish) reports that permit figures across all varieties have increased substantially over the past six months.
October 23, 2007 - Economic Expert Foresees More Local Growth
Reputable economist from Louisiana State University documents steady growth in Tangipahoa Parish and more to come, noting that the region will be key to supporting New Orlean's healing economy. The Hammond Star reports.
October 19, 2007 - Louisiana Technical College Students Produce Drawings of their New Campus
Drafting student's of the LTC Sullivan campus of Bogalusa (Washington Parish), produced drawings of their proposed campus designs for the new $8.1 million expansion in Greensburg (St Helena Parish). The Hammond Star reports.
September 20, 2007 - October Grand Opening for Visitors Center
Tangipahoa's newest Welcome Center is a symbol of post-Katrina growth. The Hammond Star reports.
September 13, 2007 - Gray Insurance to Bring 115 Jobs
Company awaits 30 days for a decision regarding "big plans" to build 86,000 square feet of hangar space to fit jets that will accomodate the move of corporate headquarters to Hammond (Tangipahoa Parish). The Hammond Star reports.
September 2007 - Industrial Initiative: Three Southeastern cities see industrial growth.
Enrollment figures at Louisiana Technical College in Bogalusa, Hammond, and Greensburg (Washington, Tangipahoa, and St Helena parishes respectively) have reached record enrollment increasing 24% over the last year. The Hammond Star reports.
September 12, 2007 - I-12 Alliance Technical Students on the Rise
Southeastern Real Estate Business' September cover story describes three industrial areas poised for growth. The Baton Rouge area, inclusive of St Helena and Livingston Parishes, is among this 'top three list.'
August 31, 2007 - After Two-Year Delay, State Park Project on Track
Washington Parish officials celebrate progress on what is expected to be a "premiere state park." Source: The Daily News Online.
August 9, 2007 - Saving Wetlands
The Daily Star reports visit by U.S. Senator Mary Landrieu's presentation regarding the preservation of wetlands and the new benchmark model Hammond (Tangipahoa Parish) presents to the State.
July 20, 2007 - Tangi Port Commission's Primary Mission: Create Jobs
Discover Tangipahoa Parish reports the commitment made by Port Manchac Distribution Center as an important infrastructural link and business citizen.
June 28, 2007 - St Helena gets $8 million to build new technical college campus
The new facility in Greensburg (St Helena Parish) will help expand the nursing, welding, plumbing, and electrical programs according to the Hammond Star.
February 21, 2007 - Bridge Start Spells Parkway Progress
Construction of the John James Audubon Bridge will connect the regional Zachary Taylor Parkway (Tangipahoa Parish) to Dallas, through Mississippi and onto Florida. As reported by The Daily Star.
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