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Manufacturing: The Misunderstood Industry
According to a 2009 survey, Americans believe that manufacturing is the most important industry for a strong national economy. Yet only 17 percent said their schools encourage manufacturing careers, and only 13 percent said their own parents encouraged them to pursue a career in manufacturing. The disconnect between these two views—that manufacturing is critically important, but not as a career—has dire implications for the U.S. since now, more than ever, competitive manufacturing rests on employee quality. Full Article.
Deal Could Grow LA’s Multi-Billion Dollar Sugar Industry
LA sugar cane growers and the sugar processing industry are uniting to get the product from the fields to the consumer in a direct line. Cane growers hope the deal will boost their $2 billion annual industry. Full Article.
La. Ranks Third for Construction Jobs
A recent Assoc. General Contractors of America report indicates that Louisiana had the second-smallest drop in construction employment in November 2009. Full Article.
Digital Entertainment Industry Hub Expected to Grow 3,000 Industry Jobs
An initiative to create a video game and digital development hub in Baton Rouge brought in two major gaming companies, Electronic Arts (EA) & Nerjyzed Entertainment. Local officials say goal is to reach 3,000 industry jobs over the 10 years. Full Article.
Orion Instruments to Expand in East Baton Rouge
Orion Instruments recently announced that it will expand its operations in Baton Rouge, La. Orion will invest $5 million in the expansion and will create 35 new jobs and will also lead to the creation of 61 permanent, new, indirect jobs. Full Article.
La., Miss., Ala. Governors Launch Aerospace Alliance
LA, AL, MS governors announced the launch of an alliance designed to create an aerospace and aviation corridor from Panama City, Fla., to LA. The alliance would allow business, economic development, government and civic leaders to combine resources, funds and manpower for lobbying efforts, according to organizers. Full Article
US Sept. 2009 Industrial Output Exceeds Expectations
In Sept. 2009, industrial output in the US rose for the third straight month, to 0.7 percent, better than the anticipated 0.2 % rise. Full Article.
Woodworth Hosts National Hunting and Fishing Day Activities
Woodworth will celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Woodworth Education Center, 661 Robinson Road. This is a national event, recognized by the Governors of each participating state. Full Article
LA Legislature Passes Three Bills To Create “Green” Jobs
The LA Legislature recently passed three bills that supporters hope will create “green” jobs. None of the three bills has any immediate impact on the cash-strapped state budget. Full Article
Partner Buyout Raises Hope at Gramercy Alumina Plant
Workers at the Gramercy Alumina plant in St. James Parish are excited about a partner buyout and plans to ramp up production to full capacity by the end of the year. "We're very excited about this…We believe this to be our best shot at growth and sustainability…" Full Story
