MSU Foundation Surpasses Previous Fundraising Record in Fiscal Year 2025 

The Mississippi State University Foundation set a new record for fundraising in fiscal year 2025, exceeding $260 million and growing the size of its total endowment beyond $1 billion. The achievement pushed its total assets beyond $1 billion as well. This is the second year for the foundation to exceed a quarter billion dollars raised. […]

AVAIO Digital to Locate $6 Billion Data Center Campus in Rankin County

AVAIO Digital, a Connecticut-based developer and operator of sustainable data centers, has announced a new $6 billion data center campus at the East Metropolitan Center Business and Industrial Park in Brandon. AVAIO Digital’s new Brandon data center campus will be named AVAIO Digital Taurus and will provide new workforce development opportunities in the state while […]

Mancuso Chemicals Limited Establishes Operations in Clarke County  

International chemical manufacturer Mancuso Chemicals Limited is establishing operations in Pachuta. The project is a $5.52 million investment and will create 17 jobs. “It is with great pride that on our 40th anniversary I announce this major step in providing localized and direct support for our many customers throughout the United States,” said Antonio Mancuso, President, […]

Entergy MS Invests $33 Million to Enhance Power in Grenada County   

Entergy Mississippi customers in Grenada County are now being served by a more reliable transmission grid. The company recently completed a $33-million project to support power load growth in Grenada’s industrial corridor. The project includes a new substation, 2 miles of transmission lines and 3 miles of distribution lines.  “The new Grenada Industrial Substation allows […]