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Reining in the EPA
The Environmental Protection Agency was established in 1970 by President Richard Nixon through an executive order. It was formed as an independent agency of the
Brian Blanchette: President of Ingalls Shipbuilding
Took the reins leading the 11,000 strong workforce this past January For 85 years, Ingalls Shipbuilding has been contributing to the state’s economy as the largest manufacturing employer. The 11,000 plus employees build and maintain ships and cutters for the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard and Marines. At the helm of this large enterprise is Brian Blanchette, president of HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division since Jan. 1, 2025. “Ingalls plays a critical role in the local, state
MS Artificial Intelligence Network Emerging as Leader
Transforming industries and setting a national precedent Mississippi has emerged as a leader in Artificial Intelligence (AI) workforce development, driving economic growth and attracting high-tech industries. At the forefront of this transformation is the Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network (MAIN)—the nation’s first and only statewide AI initiative. Under the leadership of Kollin Napier, Ph.D., MAIN is not only preparing Mississippi’s workforce for the future but also setting a national precedent for how AI education and training
Roger Wehner, Director of Economic Development, Amazon Web Services
Discusses workforce development initiatives in Mississippi Would you tell our readers about AWS’s approach to workforce development? Just like in every location we operate in across the U.S., AWS is dedicated to collaborating with institutions across the state to grow the skilled technical workforce in Mississippi. Our aim is to grow capacity in the existing workforce development and education system to expand pathways into careers related to the infrastructure of our information economy. Why is
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Oxford’s Five Year Initiative
A diverse and knowledgeable group has made plans to enhance tourism When most people think of the economy of Oxford, the first thing that comes to mind is the financial
Nehi Bottling Co. Toasts Its 98th Year
Sledge reflects on family-owned Cleveland business On March 10, Nehi Bottling Company in Cleveland celebrated its 98th year in business. The venerable family-owned operation has stayed the course and remained
Mississippi Momentum Underway
Economic development growing at a fast past Mississippi is seeing a record number of expansions and new job creation that could only have been dreamt of a few short years
NEWS
Camgian Corporation Announces Expansion of Starkville Operations
Camgian Corporation, a software developer specializing in artificial intelligence and machine learning, is expanding its operations in Starkville. The project is a $2.5 million investment
The Mississippi Tourism Association Celebrates Economic Impact
On March 5, The Mississippi Tourism Association hosted its annual Tourism Day at the Capitol. Joined by Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann and a gathering of statewide tourism professionals,
First Commercial Bank Announces Name Change to Story Financial Partners
First Commercial Bank announced plans to change its name to Story Financial Partners. As the bank celebrates its 25th anniversary this year as a dedicated
C Spire Partners with Bolt to Launch Tech Protection for Home Devices
C Spire, a diversified telecommuni-cations company, has announced a partnership with Bolt, the insurtech with the world’s largest technology-enabled insurance exchange, to launch C Spire
BUSINESS
West Point Location of Fabricators Supply to Expand Operations, Create Jobs
Fabricators Supply, a custom machining and metal fabrication company, is expanding its operations in West Point. The project is a $2.675 million corporate investment and
W.K. Kellogg Foundation Awards $2.6 Million to the University of Mississippi
The University of Mississippi has been awarded $2.6 million to expand two programs that provide free online counseling services to youth across the state and
New Service at GTR Airport Through American Airlines to Start in May
The Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR) based in Columbus has announced that new American Airlines flights, operated by SkyWest Airlines, to Dallas/Ft. Worth International Airport
MSU Generates $3.9 Billion Annually for Mississippi’s Economy
A new study shows Mississippi State University continues to generate a high return on investment for stakeholders with an estimated $3.9 billion annual economic impact.