Mississippi Couple Commits $25 Million Gift to Benefit UMMC Cancer Care and Research
John and Sandy Black of Madison have committed $25 million, the single largest gift in University of Mississippi Medical Center history, in support of the UMMC Cancer Center and Research Institute’s campaign to build a new facility to advance world-class patient care and research. The Blacks’ gift will help strengthen UMMC’s dedication to tackling the […]
Mississippi Will Benefit from Water Infrastructure Bill Becoming Law
his past December, U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith and Senator Roger Wicker, voted for final passage of water infrastructure legislation that authorizes federal resources for improving waterways, flood control, ports, and other projects in Mississippi. The Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (S.4367 or WRDA) authorizes U.S. Army Corps of Engineers projects throughout the country including […]
Cooperative Energy Awards Grants to Support Economic Development in State
Cooperative Energy, together with the 11 Member electric distribution cooperatives it serves, invested $277,500 in strategic economic development efforts across the state in 2024. The grant funds were awarded as part of the Cooperative Competes program which provides funding for proactive site and community development to attract new capital investment and job creation to the […]
MDRS and Toyota Mississippi Join Forces in Groundbreaking Rehabilitation Partnership
The Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services (MDRS) and Toyota Mississippi have joined forces in a groundbreaking Vocational Rehabilitation partnership, demonstrating the power of collaboration in fostering independence and success for individuals with disabilities. This partnership, rooted in shared values and commitment, has already yielded inspiring success stories, paving the way for a brighter, more inclusive […]
Mississippi Healthcare Collaborative Welcomes Four New Rural Hospitals to Network
The Mississippi Healthcare Collaborative has announced the addition of four new hospitals to its network, expanding its reach and impact across the state. These new members—Progressive Health of Batesville, Progressive Health of Marks, Progressive Health of Houston, and Wayne General Hospital—represent critical healthcare providers in rural communities across Mississippi’s Delta, North Mississippi, and East Central […]
Compass Datacenters to Invest $10 Billion in Lauderdale County
Dallas-based Compass Datacenters, a multinational data center developer, is locating its next hyperscale data center campus in Meridian. The campus will consist of eight data centers that will be constructed over an eight-year period. Compass Datacenters builds single-tenant, hyperscale data center campuses. The large-scale campuses built by Compass are designed to last for more than […]
MSU, Keesler AFB, Governor Reeves Sign Partnership to Advance Mississippi Cyber and Technology Center
Mississippi and the U.S. Air Force are marking a new era in cybersecurity research, training and collaboration as leaders celebrate plans for the Mississippi Cyber and Technology Center. The 100,000-square-foot planned building on Keesler Air Force Base will serve as the headquarters for the Mississippi State University-led Mississippi Cyber Initiative, building on statewide collaborations to […]
C Spire Has Announced Completion of $40 Million Network Enhancements
C Spire, a diversified telecommunications and technology services company, has announced the successful completion of significant network enhancements throughout 2024. These enhancements are part of a $40 million investment to provide faster speeds and broader cellular coverage for C Spire’s wireless customers. “Connectivity is essential, and our strategic network enhancements ensure our wireless infrastructure enables […]
Properly Tied Apparel Company
Oxford’s Hunter Knight turned a high school project into a national brand When Hunter Knight was president of the Lafayette High School Beta Club, he was tasked with producing T-shirts for members to wear to statewide events. Knight parlayed that simple entrepreneurial assignment into Properly Tied, a national clothing business that has expanded significantly over […]
Substantial Investments Being Rolled Out for Mississippi Railroads
Rail access is vital to promoting industrial expansion in the state The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act made unprecedented funding available from the federal government for improving railways in the country. In addition, the railroad industry spends about $23 billion in private capital each year to improve the safety, operations and reliability of their private […]
