Entries by David Freese

Sterlington Station: A ‘mighty power giant’ that grew Louisiana 100 years ago

In the early 1920s, millions of Americans were wearing rose-colored glasses. The First World War had ended, and many believed the world was now safe for democracy. Optimism and expansion could be felt everywhere, including in the electric utility industry, which was brimming with hope. Although much of rural America had yet to be electrified, most Americans had at least seen electric lights.

Entergy named a top utility in economic development for 17th year in a row

For 17 consecutive years, Site Selection magazine has recognized Entergy as a top utility for economic growth in the communities we serve, which include some of the largest and most power-intensive industries in the United States. In 2023, we helped secure more than $33 billion in capital investments and create approximately 5,160 new direct jobs through announced economic development projects within our four-state region of Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas.

Behind the scenes: Hidden heroes supporting Entergy’s storm restoration efforts

Three days after Hurricane Francine made landfall, Felton Coleman, manager of Entergy’s Louisiana Distribution Operations Center, stood in a Baton Rouge facility that few know about but that plays a crucial role in restoring power after storms. With hands on the table, Coleman listened intently as his team discussed the latest steps being taken to help restore power to customers across Louisiana.

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