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Spencer Ritchie
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January 11, 2023
Federal Trade Commission proposes ban on noncompete agreements
The announcement of the proposed regulation is the first step in the FTC’s rulemaking process. You may have heard it said, incorrectly, that noncompete agreements aren’t worth the paper on which they are printed. In reality, such agreements—which restrict employees from competing for business with their employer during and/or after their employment—are, in Mississippi and…
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Frank Corder
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January 11, 2023
Schloop, a startup, sustainable footwear manufacturer, opening in Meridian
The company will use renewable energy, recycled materials, advanced molding and shoe recycling technologies. They’re hiring. The Mississippi Development Authority has announced that Shloop, a startup footwear manufacturer, is opening a sustainable manufacturing facility in Meridian. The project is a $9 million investment and will create 56 jobs. “Shloop is another fantastic example of a Mississippi-grown company…
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Jamie Miller
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January 10, 2023
Mississippi wins when the Gulf Coast economy is at its best
The Mississippi Gulf Coast has endured its share of economic hardship in recent decades but has proven its resiliency each time. Almost every economic metric measured in fiscal year 2022 (July 2021-June 2022) showed the Mississippi Gulf Coast’s economy gaining momentum. Sales tax collections were up 9 percent across the coast with Bay St. Louis, Diamondhead and…
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Anne Summerhays
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January 9, 2023
Human trafficking summit to inform, equip businesses coming to USM
The summit, led by the Mississippi Secretary of State, will take place on January 24th on the campus in Hattiesburg. The Mississippi Secretary of State’s Office, in partnership with the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation (MBI), the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH), and the University of Southern Mississippi (USM) Center for Human Trafficking Research and…
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Frank Corder
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January 6, 2023
George Bryan leaves a legacy in Mississippi’s business, golfing community
Bryan is the former head of Bryan Food and CEO of Sara Lee. The former President of Bryan Foods and later Chief Executive Officer for Sara Lee Foods has died. George Bryan, a West Point, Mississippi native, was a longtime businessman with a philanthropic heart and love of golf. He had a deep appreciation for…
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Frank Corder
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January 5, 2023
Natchez Convention Center receives Readers’ Choice Award
Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson says the recognition by ConventionSouth is “huge.” Natchez is experiencing a renaissance along the Mississippi River as of late. The business community is thriving, public investments improving the city are taking shape, and people across the region are taking notice. One of the latest accolades for the Natchez area comes from…
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Scott Waller
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January 5, 2023
Ensuring competitive business climate key to growing Mississippi economy
MEC, the state’s chamber of commerce, eyes legislative opportunities. Playing on Mississippi’s strengths is the key to our state’s success. Understanding those strengths is essential, which is what the Mississippi Economic Council – the State Chamber of Commerce – set out to do with its “Securing Mississippi Future: Vision for Economic Growth” report. The report,…
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Courtney Ingle
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January 3, 2023
This year can be the right time to buy with the right strategy
Home buying in 2023 can be intimidating but it’s not impossible. It’s no secret that the housing market experiences its ups and downs in general, but the valleys and the peaks seemed to be at their most pronounced as the world navigated the COVID pandemic. Homebuyers were able to refinance their homes for much lower…
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Frank Corder
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January 3, 2023
South Mississippi businesses, community leaders help kick off legislative session
The annual Gulf Coast Legislative Reception brings coastal flare to the capital city. The Gulf Coast Legislative Reception brings together Coast business and community leaders, state officials, and lawmakers as the Mississippi Legislature gavels back into session each year. This year’s annual gathering is set for Wednesday, January 4th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at the…
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Frank Corder
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January 2, 2023
Fat Mama’s Tamales serves up Mississippi-made success
When in Natchez, stop in and experience a true southern treat. Your taste buds will thank you. Not far from the shore of the Mississippi River tucked away on Canal Street in Natchez is Fat Mama’s Tamales, a restaurant that has become an institution both because of its food and its fun, customer friendly atmosphere.…
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Frank Corder
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January 2, 2023
MEC Capital Day 2023 checking pulse of state business, education leaders
The annual event with lawmakers will take place this Thursday. The 2023 Mississippi Economic Council’s Capital Day will be held Thursday, January 5th. MEC’s annual event provides business and community leaders an opportunity to meet with state leaders and legislators to discuss the legislative session as they begin their work in the new session. The…
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Sarah Ulmer
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December 27, 2022
Energy companies ask Mississippians to decrease natural gas use
With temperatures at or below freezing, some residents of the state are being asked to conserve natural gas usage. Both CenterPoint Energy and Atmos Energy have made requests of consumers in Mississippi to reduce energy usage since the Christmas holiday. Leaders with CenterPoint said they are expecting record natural gas usage as the arctic storm continues to keep temperatures…
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Jeremy Pittari
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July 18, 2025
Some Alcorn students at Lorman to be housed in hotel while dorm repairs conclude
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Frank Corder
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July 18, 2025
Applications open for new Mississippi Department of Public Safety Cadet Class
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Daniel Tyson
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July 18, 2025
Corps plan to address Pearl River flooding draws mixed reaction from residents
Business
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Lynne Jeter
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July 17, 2025
Southern Miss, Integer Technologies land $25 million defense contract
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Frank Corder
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July 9, 2025
Nissan delays EV production at Canton plant until 2028
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Lynne Jeter
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July 8, 2025
Mississippi tech companies featured at premier national defense innovation event
Culture
Culture
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Matt Friedeman
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July 20, 2025
“The Bedbug Gospel” – a local church offered the chance to grow
Culture
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Ben Smith
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July 18, 2025
Gigging with the GOAT
Culture
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Susan Marquez
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July 18, 2025
Taste & Sip: A summer picnic experience
Opinion
Opinion
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Russ Latino
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July 20, 2025
What the Coldplay concert shenanigans say about America
Opinion
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Philip Wegmann
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July 16, 2025
How Trump, Biden’s arms shipments differ: NATO pays ‘100%’ for Ukraine
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Sid Salter
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July 16, 2025
The Texas disaster stirs memories of the dangers facing Mississippians from flooding
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