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Social Security is Really Not So “Secure”
There’s long been a common misconception about what Americans think and know about Social Security. Probably most believe their payroll taxes are saved in a
Michael Joe Cannon: Success Due to Driven Determination
Cannon builds one used-car lot into 23 dealerships across state Sometimes, having a sports background early on can help in business success later in life. Michael Joe Cannon was a Ranger football star at Northwest Mississippi Community College. During the 1980 season, Cannon had 31 unassisted tackles, 50 assists, and five fumble recoveries. He was selected to play in the Mississippi Junior College All-Star Game. Then he received a football scholarship from Memphis State University
Mocha Mugs is Brewing Up “Hot” Success
Locally owned Central MS chain started by dynamic couple The coffee culture seems to be alive and well everywhere. A few years ago, John and Natalie Baten decided to get involved when they opened their first two Mocha Mugs in Flowood and Brandon. Now, each city has two and a fifth location opened in October in Madison. All are doing well. What was their motivation? “I’m a nurse and my husband is a doctor and
These Boots Were Made for Sellin’
How Ben Bowen is giving new life to his family’s brand Before Ben Bowen ever ran a business, he tended horses, drove tractors, and worked the fields at his family farm. Little did the 29-year-old founder and owner of Double B Boot Company realize this would be the inspiration for the business venture he would establish in November of 2022. And in record time, his boots are already making their way into Oxford Square storefronts,
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Mississippi Investing Millions Across the State in Projects
Will lay foundation for future economic development success Governor Tate Reeves has announced the state of Mississippi is investing over $110 million toward economic development, infrastructure upgrades, workforce development, tourism,
Distillery Based in the Delta Will Be Largest in Mississippi
Investment of $23 million will create over 60 jobs Last month, a group of dignitaries and state officials were present for the offical ground breaking of The Rosedale Distillery located
Churning Out Success
Superior Catfish produces 18 million pounds annually Every day, an average of 75,000 pounds of catfish churn through Superior Catfish’s processing facility. Annually, that’s 18 million pounds. Superior Catfish, in
NEWS
Women’s Council 2024 Legacy Award Honors Brothers Jim and Thomas Duff
Jim and Thomas Duff, two of Mississippi’s most successful businessmen and generous supporters of the state’s public universities, were honored at the University of Mississippi
Tecumseh Products Company Upgrading Facility in Lee County, Will Add 135 Jobs
Tecumseh Products Company, a refrigeration and air conditioning products manufacturer, is upgrading its facility in Lee County. The project is a corporate investment of more
First Commercial Bank Announces Leadership Appointments in Finance and Accounting
First Commercial Bank has announced a series of strategic appointments aimed at enhancing leadership capabilities in the finance and accounting area of the Bank.
Trustmark Celebrates 135 Years of Providing Banking and Financial Solutions
Trustmark celebrated 135 years of service to individuals, families, businesses and communities on November 14. Trustmark’s history extends back to 1889 with the establishment of
BUSINESS
Koch Foods Expanding Processing and Distribution Operations
Food production and distribution company Koch Foods is expanding in Scott County is undergoing an expansion that will represent a corporate investment of $145.5 million.
C Spire Receives Regional Partner of the Year at Cisco Partner Summit 2024
C Spire has been named Service Provider of the Year and Regional Partner of the Year: Southeast Operation for USA Central Area at Cisco Partner
Origin Bank Recognized By National Publication as a Best Bank to Work
Origin Bank has been named one of American Banker’s 2024 “Best Banks to Work For,” marking its 12th consecutive year of being recognized by the
Keesler Federal and Jefferson Financial Federal Credit Unions Announce Plans for Historic Merger
Keesler Federal Credit Union and Jefferson Financial Federal Credit Union Boards of Directors have announced plans for the largest credit union merger in Louisiana and
