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Starkville Based Business Camgian is Leading Way in Defense Technology
Developing consequential AI technologies for Golden Dome Missile Camgian, one of the only key defense companies based in Mississippi, has been providing innovative AI and
Rochelle Hicks: Ambassador of Hospitality
Leading the way for the state’s official marketing organization As Rochelle Hicks traverses the famous bridges connecting Vidalia, Louisiana, and Natchez, Mississippi, she straddles two places she calls home. Growing up in Vidalia while attending Adams County Christian School in Natchez, then later moving to Natchez during high school, Hicks developed an early understanding of how tourism shapes communities. “Growing up around Natchez, it’s impossible not to understand how important tourism is to a
Mississippi’s Rural Hospitals Are Facing Challenges Head On
Using innovation to offset financial deficits and remain profitable ndeniably, healthcare is an important subject to everyone. In many rural states, however, small hospitals may lack an abundance of resources and are facing funding cuts. “Rural hospitals are the backbone of health care in many Mississippi communities, providing critical access to emergency services, maternity care, and chronic disease management,” said Richard Roberson, President/CEO of the Mississippi Hospital Association. “The single greatest challenge is
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The Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi
Working to connect people with the causes that matter since 2002 The Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi is improving and changing lives for residents in 12 counties. It was established in 2002 through a visionary grant from the
Seafood Labeling Laws
Protecting consumers and the integrity of the industry Oysters and shrimp, two of coastal Mississippi’s prized natural resources, are top of mind for Ryan Bradley, a fifth-generation commercial fisherman and executive director of Mississippi Commercial Fisheries United. Bradley said when
New Economic Navigator Targets State
Delta Compass focuses on utilizing opportunity When Justin Burch looks over the Mississippi Delta, he sees two disconnects: a region rich in assets; and fertile farmland starved of the coordinated investment and strategic alignment needed to unlock
NEWS
Spartan Composites Investing $49 Million in Saltillo Community
Spartan Composites, advanced composite access mat manufacturer, is locating operations in Saltillo. The project represents a corporate investment of $49 million and will create 45
Siemens Energy Investing Up To $300 Million in Rankin County
As part of a $1 billion investment by Siemens Energy in its U.S. manufacturing operations, the company is investing up to $300 million and creating
Woodward Hines Funds Five-Year $1.5 Million Student Success Grant
The Woodward Hines Education Foundation (WHEF) is funding a five-year $1.5 million grant to First-Gen Forward, the leading organization for first-generation student success. This 2025-26
Karman Space & Defense Acquires Seemann Composites
Karman Space & Defense, a leader in the rapid design, development and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of
BUSINESS
Long-time Jackson Busineess, Maison Weiss, Receives New Owners
A fifty-year-old southeastern stronghold for women’s fashion, fine jewelry, shoes, handbags and beauty products, the historic Jackson business Maison Weiss in Highland Village is under
Main Street America Honors Congressman Mike Ezell
Main Street America has announced that Congressman Mike Ezell of Pascagoula, has been selected as an inaugural recipient of the Main Street Policy Impact Award,
Firehawk Aerospace Investing $16.5 Million in Lowndes County
Dallas, Texas-based Firehawk Aerospace, a defense technology company that builds munitions, rockets as well as other defense manufacturing, has announced the leasing of a facility
Delta Regional Authority Awards Funds for Infrastructure Improvement
The Delta Regional Authority (DRA) recently concluded Fiscal Year 2025 with an investment of nearly $17 million to support 11 critical infrastructure projects across the