Grand Opening Celebration Set for Friday, October 30 at 10AM
KINDER, La., Oct. 15, 2026/PRNewswire/ — The Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana is proud to announce the grand opening of its new Feather Fuel Travel Plaza in Iowa, Louisiana, with a grand opening celebration scheduled for Friday, October 30 at 10am.
The grand opening ceremony will bring together local dignitaries, representatives from Coushatta Casino Resort and members of the Coushatta Tribe of Lousiana. The ceremony will include a ribbon cutting, Tribal blessing and remarks from Tribal leadership.
Located on an 11-acre site at the highly traveled intersection of Interstate 10 and Highway 165 (Exit 44), the new 14,000-square-foot Feather Fuel Travel Plaza offers travelers a convenient new destination for fuel, food and travel essentials.
“We’re proud to open Feather Fuel and bring another Coushatta-owned business to the community,” said Coushatta Tribal Chairman David Sickey. “This project represents opportunity for our people, our employees, and the communities around us. We’re excited to be part of the Iowa community and to provide a new destination for both local residents and travelers along this important corridor.”
The new facility features 24 gas pumps, seven dedicated diesel fueling lanes, fresh food selections and a convenient drive-thru, along with a wide variety of snacks, beverages and personal essentials. Fueling options include diesel and ethanol-free fuel, with a dedicated truck pad designed to accommodate larger commercial vehicles.
Inside, visitors will find a bright, spacious and welcoming environment featuring pizza, fountain drinks, fresh coffee and a wide selection of competitively priced beer, wine, spirits and tobacco products. Additional fresh food options will be added in the near future.
Designed by QK4 and Worth Group, the new Feather Fuel combines modern convenience with the cultural heritage of the Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana. Bronze accents, distinctive Tribal motifs and the Tribe’s signature colors are incorporated throughout the property.
The expansion of the Feather Fuel brand supports the Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana’s mission to foster regional economic growth and community development.
ABOUT FEATHER FUEL IOWA
The new Feather Fuel Travel Center will occupy an 11 acre lot at the corner of Interstate 10 and Highway 165 (387 Hwy 165; Exit 44) in lowa, Louisiana. The 14,000 square-foot facility will feature 24 gas pumps and seven diesel fueling lanes. Visitors can expect a spacious, modern travel center with convenient access to snacks, beverages, personal essentials, and fresh food options. The store will also offer beer, wine, and spirits for purchase. Feather Fuel currently operates one location on the Coushatta Casino Resort property. The new Iowa location opens October 30, 2026.
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