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Thomas Gregory
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February 6, 2023
Main Street is Economic Development
In 2022, Main Street programs helped create 841 jobs in 551 new or expanded businesses in Mississippi downtowns amounting to over $242 million in public and private investment. When Mississippians think about Main Street, they probably think about their historic downtown. They might think about the community festivals that their local Main Street organization helps…
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Frank Corder
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February 6, 2023
WISPR takes off in Mississippi
The North Mississippi drone manufacturer credits Miss. State, InnovateMS for helping turn their vision into a reality. Founded in 2016, WISPR Systems is a Mississippi-based drone manufacturer providing versatile, rugged, and reliable commercial drones. The company was started by Conor Ferguson and Austin Ratcliffe, now CEO and COO, respectively. According to Ferguson, WISPR started out…
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Frank Corder
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February 2, 2023
Ribbon cut on new manufacturing facility in Philadelphia, Mississippi
Governor Reeves calls $8 million investment, 60 new jobs grand slam for local community. Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves and area lawmakers were on hand Wednesday in Neshoba County as the New York Blower Company and Kiln Drying Systems & Components cut the ribbon on their new facility. “This is an example of what’s happening all…
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Courtney Ingle
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January 30, 2023
First Tee teaches life skills beyond the golf course
The Central Mississippi organization reaches into all demographics to serve area children. A golf organization is making an impact on Mississippi youth by teaching life skills and core values from the putting green. First Tee is an international organization geared at teaching today’s youth valuable life lessons using golf as the medium. According to First…
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Sarah Ulmer
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January 26, 2023
First sales of medical marijuana made in Mississippi
State Rep. Yancey says a safer, better alternative to opioids has finally been made available in the Magnolia State. The first sales of legal medical marijuana were made on Wednesday in Mississippi. Three different purchases were made – one in Brookhaven and two in Oxford. The Cannabis Company, which is owned by Le Anne Penn…
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Frank Corder
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January 25, 2023
Terberg Taylor Americas Group breaks ground on new factory in Mississippi
The Columbus facility represents a $15.9 million investment, creating 90 new jobs in Lowndes County. On Tuesday, Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves participated in a groundbreaking ceremony celebrating the Terberg Taylor Americas Group’s new factory and distribution network in Columbus. Terberg Taylor Americas Group is constructing a specialty hauling vehicle facility as a joint venture between Taylor Group of…
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Frank Corder
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January 23, 2023
Northeast Mississippi business icon Hassell Franklin has died
Franklin was the founder of Franklin Corp., one of the largest, privately owned furniture manufacturers in the nation, based out of Houston, Mississippi. Hassell Franklin passed away on Sunday at the age of 87. He was the founder and CEO of Franklin Corp. The esteemed businessman began Franklin Corp. in 1970 and has been supplying…
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Frank Corder
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January 20, 2023
Thimblepress seeks to multiply happiness
Owner Kristen Ley shares her story in a Bigger Pie Forum young entrepreneurs podcast series. Kristen Ley, founder and owner of Thimblepress, recently sat down with Bigger Pie Forum for a discussion in their new podcast series focused on young entrepreneurs in Mississippi. Ley, who knew at an early age she wanted to create and…
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Mike Cashion
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January 19, 2023
TatoNut a sweet quintessential small town business
The donut shop in Ocean Springs serves up tradition with its treats. Mississippi delicacies come in all tastes and shapes. If you like the ones that are round and sweet with a hole in the middle, then you owe yourself a trip to TatoNut Donut Shop in downtown Ocean Springs. Located in the city’s quaint…
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Ann Marie Pate
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January 18, 2023
Zoe Coffee Co. serves great coffee with a greater impact
The Cleveland, Mississippi-based coffee house is part of a ministry changing lives in Kenya. Small towns are known for being full of warmth and hospitality, especially when one of their own is in need. But in Cleveland, Mississippi, local coffee patrons are serving needs over 8000 miles and an ocean away. Zoe Coffee Co., nestled…
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Frank Corder
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January 17, 2023
NOAA hiring professional mariners on the Mississippi Coast
Recruiters will be on-site in Gulfport and Pascagoula next week. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is looking for professional mariners on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. NOAA’s professional mariner workforce includes licensed masters, mates, engineers, and unlicensed members of the engine, steward, and deck departments. Recruiters will be on-site in Gulfport and Pascagoula next…
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Sarah Ulmer
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January 13, 2023
Small business optimism declines in December as inflation concerns linger
NFIB reports business optimism hits 12th consecutive month of below average lows. The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index showed a decline by 2.1 points in December, putting the index at 89.8 – the 12th month of consecutive below average lows. The prior 49-year average was 98. Expectations going into the next six months are that…
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Anne Summerhays
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February 3, 2023
Prominent healthcare bills survive committee deadline in Mississippi Legislature
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Anne Summerhays
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February 3, 2023
Patriotic Education Grant Program, incentives for modified school calendars among education legislation still alive
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Sarah Ulmer
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February 3, 2023
Bill of the Day: Get your booze on Sundays
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Frank Corder
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January 12, 2023
Inflation eases but consumer costs remain high
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Spencer Ritchie
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January 11, 2023
Federal Trade Commission proposes ban on noncompete agreements
Business
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Frank Corder
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January 11, 2023
Schloop, a startup, sustainable footwear manufacturer, opening in Meridian
Culture
Culture
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Frank Corder
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February 4, 2023
No matter your name, you matter to God
Culture
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Courtney Ingle
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February 3, 2023
Making your grocery budget stretch
Culture
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Ligon Duncan
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February 3, 2023
Mississippi People: An Appreciation of Jimmy Turner
Opinion
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Derrick Simmons
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February 5, 2023
Mississippi’s reality a far cry from the fairy tale told by state leaders
Opinion
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Austin Barbour
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February 5, 2023
Republicans have delivered on big issues that matter for 20 years in Mississippi
Opinion
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Scott Waller
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February 3, 2023
State Senate poised to force higher prescription drug prices on working Mississippians while protecting themselves
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