Port of Gulfport Restoration
Massive rebuilding project has created a huge economic impact in the area The Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport has progressed from the devastation of Hurricane Katrina 20 years ago to turning the corner from a massive rebuilding made possible with nearly $600 million in restoration funds from the federal government facilitated by then […]
Hunters’ Hollow in Oxford
Using wide experiences to help customers with their outdoor needs When customers shop at Hunters’ Hollow in Oxford for hunting and fishing equipment and supplies, they have the advantage of being able to talk to people who work at the store who are also hunters—and know how to answer questions from their own […]
Beau Rivage MGMAir Program
Brought in 97,830 visitors to the Gulf Coast in 2024 When the 32-story Beau Rivage Resort & Casino was built 26 years ago, there were some who were dubious that there would be enough customers to justify the $750-million building—the tallest and largest building in the state that still holds the record for the […]
Banks Report Access to Capital Remains Strong
Recent reduction in borrowing costs along with available capital add up Mississippi has experienced unprecedented industrial and business growth in the past year, and the projects have been widely distributed across the state. Any time state leaders announce another major development project, it provides growth prospects for businesses in those areas, said Hancock […]
Mississippi’s America250 Celebrations
The numerous events scheduled will inspire pride and wonder July 4, 2026, will be the 250th anniversary of the 1776 signing of the Declaration of Independence that founded the United States. There will be far more than the traditional fireworks, watermelon and barbeque cookouts to commemorate the historic event. Gov. Tate Reeves signed Senate […]
Jobs for Veterans Program
Working to connect businesses with capable labor The federally-funded Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) program is designed to help veterans achieve meaningful employment through targeted career services to help veterans transition into the civilian labor force. This program is particularly important because of the challenges veterans can face in the labor market and […]
J.M. Jones Lumber Company
Natchez based business sells product to twenty-five countries Timber and lumber processing is practically in the DNA of the family members who operate J.M. Jones Lumber Company Inc. in Natchez. Founded in 1911, J.M. Jones Lumber currently has members of the fourth and fifth generation heading up operations at the mill in Natchez that […]
H-1B Visa Programs Address Worker Shortages
A critical program used to help Mississippi and other state’s fill open positions across various businesses While there has been controversy over the H-1B visa program that allows skilled professionals from other countries to take jobs in the U.S. in areas where there are shortages, it is hard to imagine what healthcare—already suffering from not […]
Gulf Coast Region Is Booming Economically
Area has made dramatic comeback from Hurricane Katrina which took place 20 years ago Editor’s note: In this edition of the MBJ, we take a comprehensive look at the experiences of government and business leaders from the Mississippi Gulf Coast responding to the incredible destruction from Hurricane Katrina 20 years ago, and then facilitating cooperation […]
Mississippi Department of Employment Security
Helping job seekers while reducing costs As the efforts to save taxpayers money by reducing costs for government services have ramped up, new digital tools provide the opportunity to deliver programs that connect Mississippi residents with job opportunities at a lower cost. “We are in the middle of revamping a lot of the ways we […]