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Governor Reeves elected States’ Co-Chair for the Delta Regional Authority

By: Frank Corder - June 4, 2026

Governor Tate Reeves speaks at the April 9, 2026, announcement by Amazon of another $12 billion investment in Mississippi (Photo from Reeves Facebook)

  • Reeves, elected by the DRA Board of Governors, will work to promote economic growth and development throughout the 255 counties and parishes in the DRA’s eight-state service region.

Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves (R) has been elected as the 2026 States’ Co-Chair for the Delta Regional Authority (DRA).

Reeves, elected by the DRA Board of Governors, will work to promote economic growth and development throughout the 255 counties and parishes in the DRA’s eight-state service region.

“I want to thank the Delta Regional Authority Board of Governors for entrusting me to serve as 2026 States’ Co-Chair,” said Governor Reeves in a statement. “From record-breaking private sector investment to nation-leading educational gains, Mississippi is experiencing unprecedented momentum. I’m excited to work with our federal and state partners to bring that same momentum to the eight states DRA serves.”

The DRA was established in 2000 as a joint federal-state collaboration to promote and encourage the economic development of the lower Mississippi River and Alabama Black Belt regions through investments in projects supporting transportation infrastructure, basic public infrastructure, workforce training, and business development.

DRA’s region encompasses parts of Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri and Tennessee.

Laura Veazey, Executive Director for DRA, said the group looks forward to working with the Mississippi Governor on advancing economic growth across the Delta region.

Reeves began his time as DRA States’ Co-Chair on May 22, succeeding Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear (D), who had served in that role since 2024.

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Frank Corder

For nearly two decades, Frank Corder has reported and offered analysis on government, public policy, elections, business and matters of faith. He is the Editor for Magnolia Tribune where he oversees the day-to-day content development. Frank’s interviews, articles, and columns have been syndicated throughout Mississippi as well as in various national publications. His resume includes appearances on the BBC, CBS News, ABC News, and Fox News, among others. Frank is a frequent analyst on radio and television, providing insight and commentary on the inner workings of the Magnolia State and beyond. During his career, Frank has interviewed government officials and candidates from City Halls to the White House, including Presidential candidates, White House officials, U.S. Senators, Congressmen, Cabinet Secretaries, and Governors. He previously hosted his own local radio and television programs and has managed private businesses in the financial, hospitality, and retail sectors. Frank has served his community as an elected City Councilman and as an Assistant/Acting City Manager. In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, he led the effort to plan Pascagoula's recovery and rebuilding which earned him recognition as Mississippi's Volunteer of the Year. Frank also led Pascagoula's municipal government out of a $14.5 million deficit, which the Mississippi State Auditor heralded as a model for other communities facing dire financial straits. As the president of the Pascagoula High School Quarterback Club, Frank has self-published "The Book of Pascagoula Football." He has been married for over 25 years and has two children, both of whom work in public education. Email Frank: frank@magnoliatribune.com