Entergy Louisiana has officially broken ground on the Smalling Substation, a major piece of grid infrastructure that will connect Meta’s newest and largest data center, currently under construction in Richland Parish. The substation, which will be funded by Meta in its entirety, will play a central role in delivering electricity to the $10 billion facility, which spans more than 4-million square feet and represents one of the largest private investments in Louisiana history. The Smalling Substation will cover about 55 acres and connect to high-voltage power lines that bring energy from across the region and deliver it to the Meta site.

Entergy Mississippi is prioritizing community needs, while preparing to meet future energy demands. Company leaders shared early plans to build new power generation and welcomed input from residents near a selected site on West County Line Road in Ridgeland, during a town hall Friday.

Dress for Success New Orleans recently held its annual SUSCO Styled for Success Luncheon, a fundraising event that brought together fashion, philanthropy, and empowerment. This year’s fashion show included looks from local boutiques and featured Entergy line workers from the Tulane Avenue and Central Business District stations walking the runway alongside the models.