Foreign Ownership of Ag Land

Ag Commissioner urges Mississippi Legislature to address problem Concern has been increasing in recent years about foreign ownership of one of the most precious assets in America, agricultural lands. The State of Arkansas recently took action to require a Chinese firm to divest of agricultural land. While foreign ownership has also been an issue in […]

CREATE Foundation making life better 

Improving Northeast Mississippi for decades The Tupelo-based CREATE Foundation, the first community foundation established in Mississippi, has been improving the quality of life for residents in Northeast Mississippi for more than 50 years.  CREATE’s staff of 10 assists donors in setting up their charitable fund and providing guidance to donors in choosing where they want […]

Anna Cardona

Anna Cardona said there was a turning point during her interview when she was being considered for the positon of Executive Director for the Tate County Economic Development Foundation. “As part of the process, I was asked ‘Why should we not hire you?’” recalled Cardona. “And my response was, ‘Well, you might not hire me […]

Delta State University to Host Night of Champions Event, August 1

The Delta State University Department of Athletics announces, A Night of Champions, a special event featuring Mississippi football legend Archie Manning alongside Delta State Alumni and Athletics Hall of Famer, Langston Rogers. The inaugural event will take place August 1 at 6:00 p.m. at Walter Sillers Coliseum in Cleveland. Manning, a native of Drew, will […]

Workforce Training Remains Top Priority Among Business Leaders

An available and skilled workforce is essential in helping grow Mississippi’s economy. The Mississippi Economic Council (MEC) continues to gauge the importance of vital issues in securing Mississippi’s economic future. We have seen great progress in workforce development, and there is a tremendous opportunity to strengthen our workforce and provide more pathways to prosperity for […]

Entergy’s New Bill Toolkit Helps Customers Manage Summer Usage

After experiencing record breaking heat indexes in 2023, Entergy Mississippi is providing tips on how to prepare your home for the high-heat and manage your bill this summer with our newly launched Bill Toolkit site. Heating and cooling costs make up more than 55% of an average customer’s electric bill.  Entergy’s Bill Toolkit site helps […]