Communities
New Refinery Continues Sugar Town’s Legacy
When David Reynaud steps outside his office at the News Examiner in Lutcher, Louisiana, to catch a quick smoke, he can hear the sound of massive steel pilings being driven into the ground. That sound is coming from the new sugar refinery being constructed in the neighboring town of Gramercy.
Sugar Land’s 50th New Year
The Town Square of Sugar Land, Texas, was crowded on New Year’s Eve with residents, business and government leaders, friends and neighbors who had all come together for special birthday (and New Year’s) party – the grand finale celebration of the city’s 50th anniversary.
Sharing the Holiday in Sugar Land
Among all the glorious traditions and symbols of the holiday season is the reminder of sharing and reflection upon those in our communities who might be in need of a helping hand. Many Imperial Sugar staff members volunteered extra time this holiday season to bring the spirit of sharing alive.
Two Centuries of Sugar Production in Louisiana
The growth of sugar cane and commercial sugar production has been an important industry in Louisiana for more than 200 years. Louisiana State University is preserving the vital history of the sugar industry in the state through an extensive and information-rich online resource.
Holiday Recipes, Imperial Hit the Airwaves
Looking for a really yummy, tried-and-true cookie recipe for the holidays? Well, you just might find one through the clever holiday cookie exchange Imperial Sugar Company is sponsoring with Sunny 99.1 radio station in Houston.
A Sweet Season of Volunteerism
This holiday season, employees at Imperial Sugar’s Port Wentworth refinery have been spreading some holiday cheer by donating time, toys and canned goods to their local Salvation Army.
Sugar Land Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Sugar Land, Texas – a sprawling business and residential community southwest of Houston – is wrapping up its year-long 50th anniversary celebrations at this holiday season with a special event to recognize prominent names in its history.
Gingerbread Bash Raises Funds for Museum
It was an edible marvel to behold. A one-of-a-kind, real gingerbread house was unveiled and auctioned off at the Fourth Annual Gingerbread Bash benefitting the Children’s Museum of Houston earlier in December.
Lemonade Day Winner is Toast of DC
Back in the early summer of 2009, when 9-year-old Diane Hoff was learning to be a young entrepreneur during Lemonade Day in her hometown of Houston, little did she know that she and her family would win an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C. Well, nice dreams can come true for nice people.
Sugar Refinery Sweet on Manatees
Located on the banks of the Savannah River in Georgia, Imperial Sugar’s Port Wentworth sugar refinery has joined forces with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GADNR) to help protect manatees that might swim into the area.
Thanksgiving in a Basket
Each year for the last 40 years, Imperial Sugar Company has donated baskets full of Thanksgiving goodies to the needy. This year was no exception, as a small team of employees from Imperial’s sugar refining facility in Gramercy, La., put together 100 baskets for this Thanksgiving holiday.
First Annual Burn Foundation Golf Tournament
In a region of America renowned for outstanding and fabled golfing events, this one deserves to be ranked near the top – the Southeastern Firefighters’ Burn Foundation 1st Annual Charity Golf Tournament held at Savannah’s Southbridge Golf Club.
Wholesome Sweeteners Sugar Tri Kidz Triathlon
More than 350 Sugar Land-area kids will begin the day Saturday, September 26 swimming, biking and running, with families and friends cheering them on along with Nigel Willerton, CEO of Wholesome Sweeteners and IronMan Tri-athlete.
Fergus Faucheux’s Boat
Standing on the bank of the Mississippi at Gramercy, Louisiana, one can only imagine how difficult it would be to row a small, flat-bottomed skiff across the river.
Sugar Land Comes of Age
Sugar Land – home to Imperial Sugar Company – acquired its name because Cuban sugar cane was planted there and harvested by the wagon-full. But the city was not incorporated for more than 100 years, writes James Thompson, Mayor of Sugar Land, for the Houston Chronicle.
Lending Many Hands to Habitat for Humanity
There are two new homes gracing Essex Street in Savannah’s Tremont Park neighborhood, thanks in part to teams of workers from Imperial Sugar’s refinery at nearby Port Wentworth, Georgia.
Prayers Answered for Port Wentworth Mayor
“Imperial Sugar has done an outstanding job of doing whatever can be done to help these families,” says Port Wentworth mayor Glenn Jones these days.
Savannah’s Memorial: Preparedness, Teamwork
Planning and preparing for the unexpected and disasters is routine at Memorial University Medical Center in Savannah. Located near the Atlantic coast, the hospital regularly conducts hurricane drills as well as other disaster events.
Hands-on: From Lemons to Lemonade to Better Lives
More than 27,000 young people in Houston, Texas, began learning the principle of business while having fun during Lemonade Day 2009. Imperial Sugar is a proud sponsor.
