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MSU and MC Have Partnered for Accelerated Law Degree Program
Mississippi State students who are interested in becoming attorneys now have a new accelerated pathway into the legal profession thanks to a new university partnership
Teresa Hubbard: Trailblazing CEO
Worldwide manufacturer is headquartered in Holly Springs and Batesville As President and CEO of Cite Armored—a major truck manufacturing company based in Holly Springs, with an additional location in her hometown of Batesville—Teresa Hubbard has become one of the leading entrepreneurs in the state. Quietly and without fanfare, Hubbard made a total pivot from her accounting background to running a worldwide business, which just celebrated its twentieth year, from her lifelong home state of Mississippi.
Unemployment in Rural Areas Dropping
Lower than the national average Traditionally, small counties in the Mississippi Delta had unemployment rates higher than the state and national average. However, the most recent figures available from the Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES) indicate that unemployment continues to drop even in previously challenged rural counties. The numbers, in most cases, are the lowest seen since 1990. The unemployment rate for Mississippi in 2023 was 3.2%, and is 2.6% the first four months
New C Spire Passport Platform Allows Seamless Connectivity
Will increase safety and save time Sometimes listening to what customers need and pulling out all the stops to make sure they get it can pay big dividends. That is the case with the newest offering of C Spire Business, Passport. “C Spire prides itself in providing incredible customer service,” said Jonathan Askins, C Spire Business national account director. “How do we make sure the customer is happy? How do we make sure the customer
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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,
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.
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
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Oxford 2024 CoBuilders Winners Announced at UM Innovation Hub
The Oxford-Lafayette County Economic Development Foundation in partnership with the University of Mississippi has announced the winners of the 3rd Annual Oxford CoBuilders Business Pitch
WISPR Systems
Mississippi company providing cutting-edge technology WISPR Systems, a US-based drone manufacturer, is renowned for its versatile, rugged, and reliable commercial drones. Headquartered in Batesville, the
Dan Gibson
We caught up with Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson and asked about his life journey, his mentors, and his job leading one of the oldest city’s
Meridian-Headquartered Business is a National Player
Castle achieves success through family, hard work, and honesty Founded in 1999 by Mike Castle, Sr. and originally called Progressive Pipeline, the company now known
Transforming Madison County
Joey Deason’s blueprint for economic success Thanks to Amazon Web Service’s recent decision to establish two data center campuses with a staggering $10 billion investment,
Electric Vehicle Battery Company Investing $1.9 Billion and Creating 2,000+ in Marshall County
On Friday, June 28, Governor Tate Reeves participated in a groundbreaking ceremony for Amplify Cell Technologies, a new joint venture from Accelera by Cummins, Daimler
Chickasaw Nation Breaks Ground in Tupelo
Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby led groundbreaking ceremonies June 26 to kick off construction of the Chickasaw Heritage Center located within the tribe’s historic Homeland
Gulf Coast Business Council
Helping shape major policies in Southern Mississippi By Lisa Monti The Gulf Coast Business Council was formed in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, when devastated
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Laurel Machine and Foundry Expands
Industrial manufacturing company Laurel Machine and Foundry is expanding its manufacturing services in Jones County
Mainstreet Selects Miller
The Mississippi Main Street Association has announced Jim Miller of Madison has been named the
Waverly Advisors Acquires EFP
Waverly Advisors, LLC, a registered investment advisor (“RIA”) that specializes in investment management, financial planning
Hederman Brothers Receives Awards
Hederman Brothers Printing, Direct Mail and Signage recently won 43 Best of Category awards in