Sep 11, 2023 by: Joshua Wilson, Mississippi Business Journal North Mississippi will celebrate years of technological progress — and make plans to continue that momentum — at a two-day event in early October. Digital Innovation is set for Oct. 3-4 at the …
Sep 12, 2023 by: Joshua Wilson, Mississippi Business Journal Buc-ee’s — the much-adored travel center — is coming to the Magnolia State. Company officials broke ground on their first Mississippi location, which will be located at Interstate 10 and Menge …
Sep 25, 2023 - Pascagoula, MS by: Lauren Martinez, WLOX News Chevron and the Jackson County Economic Development Foundation are celebrating a major win for their corporate partnership on Monday following the expansion of the Pascagoula Refinery. “Chevron …
Sep 28, 2023 - Jackson, MS by: Stehanie Smith & Leah Williams, WJTV News Officials announced a $30 million mixed-use project, called The Jackson Yards, will soon be underway in the capital city. A3 Consulting joined the Hinds County Economic …
Oct 9, 2023 by: Lynn Lofton, Mississippi Business Journal The Mississippi Small Business Development Center is making a difference all over the state. With a mission to help Mississippians who want to get into business and to help those who already own …
Sep 28, 2023 by: Caleb Salers, Super Talk Mississippi A California-based electric truck manufacturing company has launched production at its Tunica facility. Mullen Automotive, Inc. on Thursday displayed the company’s first Class 3 EV trucks rolling off …
Sep 21, 2023 - Hattiesburg, MS by: Cooperative Energy Contact: Sara Peterson, Director Corporate Communications 601-705-6614 speterson@cooperativeenergy.com Cooperative Energy, together with the 11 Member electric distribution cooperatives it serves, …
Aug 30, 2023 - Grenada, MS by: Kalmbach Media, Trains.com After more than nine years of repairs and upgrades and millions of dollars in federal, state, and private investment, community leaders gathered Tuesday, Aug. 29, to celebrate the return of the 235- …
Aug 31, 2023 by: Lisa Monti, Mississippi Business Journal Developers expect to break ground in October on Mississippi’s first Topgolf entertainment venue that will anchor Prado Vista at Ridgeland, a planned 77-acre mixed-use development by PraCon Global …
Aug 31, 2023 by: The Mississippi Business Journal Mississippi State University is in the spotlight for its quick action to address Mississippi workforce needs. MSU’s Center for Advanced Vehicular Systems-Extension received the Instant Impact Award from …
Aug 11, 2023 by: Joshua Wilson, Mississippi Business Journal The national news media may rarely report on it, but there are plenty of good things happening in our small but mighty state. A lot of those things are related to economic development efforts by …
Aug 11, 2023 by: Joshua Wilson, Mississippi Business Journal The Mississippi Development Authority, the state’s lead community and economic development agency, will receive up to $86 million in federal funds to support small businesses and startups. The …
Aug 7, 2023 by: Van Arnold, The University of Southern Mississippi Labeled “ASPIRE,” a new project spearheaded by University of Southern Mississippi (USM) polymer Professor Dr. Zhe Qiang represents the ideal title for a team of scientists dedicated to …
Aug 13, 2023 by: Joshua Wilson, Mississippi Business Journal The Mississippi Transportation Commission recently distributed approximately $11.6 million in grants for multimodal transportation projects throughout the state. The awards, announced on July 13, …
Aug 15, 2023 by: Bob Bakken, DeSoto County News New Push and Partnerships Aim to Transform Public Schools and Boost State’s Economy Credit Mississippi Association of Educators news release The Mississippi Association of Educators (MAE) and partner …
Aug 15, 2023 - Jackson, MS by: Roslyn Anderson, WLBT News A select few new Mississippi companies are learning what it takes to get the funding to move their business to the next level. What they do in the coming weeks could take their ideas, services, and …
Aug 23, 2023 by: Roneshia Thomas, Business Facilities With one of the lowest corporate tax rates in the U.S., Mississippi offers low business costs, a talented workforce, and a competitive climate for innovation. This collaborative system has fostered …
Aug 28, 2023 by: The Mississippi Business Journal As the Mississippi Small Business Development Center's resident international trade expert, Anthony Cambas has assisted hundreds of entrepreneurs and businesses in selling their products and services …
Aug 29, 2023 by: Joshua Wilson, Mississippi Business Journal Mississippi was recently ranked in the top 10 best states for manufacturing by Site Selection Group, a full-service location advisory, economic incentives and real estate services firm. The …
Sep 1, 2023 - Greenwood, MS contact: John Stewart, economicdevelopment@greenwoodms.com Angela Curry, Executive Director of the Greenwood-Leflore Industrial Board will be retiring from her role as Executive Director effective December 29, 2023. Curry has …
