Business

Business | Sarah Ulmer •

March 15, 2023

NFIB reports continued concerns over labor shortages, inflation

While the optimism index is up, overall better business condition expectations are down to a net negative 47 percent. The Small Business Optimism Index has increased 0.6 points in February to 90.9 but still remains well below the 49-year average of 98. 28 percent. Business owners reported that inflation is their single most important problem…

Business | Frank Corder •

March 14, 2023

Prospect of Singing River Health System sale draws “multiple proposals”

The Jackson County-based health system is said to be valued at roughly $200 million.

Business | Sarah Ulmer •

March 13, 2023

Mississippi agriculture industry continues to see record success despite economic woes

Through the COVID-19 pandemic, record inflation, workforce shortages, and more, agriculture in Mississippi continues to excel, says Ag Commissioner Gipson.

Business | Frank Corder •

March 13, 2023

As tech-heavy banks collapse, Feds step in to make depositors whole

While Magnolia State banks are monitoring the situation, Bankers Association President Gordon Fellows reassures Mississippians that their financial institutions are strong, well capitalized, and well managed.

Business | Danielle Morgan •

March 8, 2023

Tourism is Key to Mississippi’s Economic Future

It is not a surprise to anyone that a nice place to visit is also a nice place to live and work.

Business | John McKay •

March 7, 2023

Mississippi manufacturers remain resilient

Manufacturing has defied expectations and become the engine that drives the state’s economy.

Business | Frank Corder •

March 3, 2023

Huntington Ingalls, Ocean Aero announce partnership to advance unmanned maritime platforms

Both companies are deeply invested in the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

Business | Frank Corder •

March 2, 2023

Singing River Orthopedics first to perform new innovative ACL tear treatment in Mississippi

SRHS's Dr. Philip Myers was the first surgeon to perform the new BEAR Implant procedure in the Magnolia State.

Business | Frank Corder •

March 1, 2023

Mississippi procurement assistance gets new name

The Department of Defense Office of Small Business Programs is rebranding the technical assistance centers as APEX Accelerators.

Business | Billy Hewes •

February 27, 2023

Gulfport is open for tech’s business

No city is better suited to serve as a hub for innovation and growth than Gulfport, Mayor Hewes writes.

Business | Frank Corder •

February 24, 2023

Enjoy Southern cuisine in an historic setting at Weidmann’s in Meridian

The Queen City restaurant opened in 1870 and continues to please hungry patrons every day of the week.

Business | Frank Corder •

February 23, 2023

Tupelo-based Carmigo hits milestone in two years of operation

The online vehicle marketplace company quadrupled its sales in just one year after beginning operation in January 2021.

News

News | Jeremy Pittari •

March 27, 2026

Mississippi lawmakers agree on $2,000 teacher pay raise

News | Michelle L. Price, Associated Press •

March 27, 2026

Vance holds first meeting of a new anti-fraud task force targeting benefit programs

News | Frank Corder •

March 27, 2026

Study committee created to ensure Mississippi municipalities are receiving accurate sales tax diversions

Business

Business | Frank Corder •

March 26, 2026

DG Foods announces $1.19 million expansion

Business | Frank Corder •

March 25, 2026

AeroShield Alliance locating headquarters in Mississippi

Business | Frank Corder •

March 20, 2026

International Paper to build new $225 million facility in Rankin County

Culture

Culture | Marilyn Tinnin •

March 27, 2026

Richard Truly: Mississippi’s astronaut and national treasure

Culture | Alistair Begg •

March 27, 2026

Numbering our days

Culture | Meredith Biesinger •

March 26, 2026

Anthony’s: A West Point table worth coming back to

Opinion

Opinion | Russ Latino •

March 26, 2026

Facts, not feelings, are a hard sell in teacher pay raise debate

Opinion | Russ Latino •

March 25, 2026

Senate Democrat suing state over Mississippi Supreme Court map named by Hosemann to help redraw lines

Opinion | Sid Salter •

March 25, 2026

Business

NFIB reports continued concerns over labor shortages, inflation

Prospect of Singing River Health System sale draws “multiple proposals”

Mississippi agriculture industry continues to see record success despite economic woes

As tech-heavy banks collapse, Feds step in to make depositors whole

Tourism is Key to Mississippi’s Economic Future

Mississippi manufacturers remain resilient

Huntington Ingalls, Ocean Aero announce partnership to advance unmanned maritime platforms

Singing River Orthopedics first to perform new innovative ACL tear treatment in Mississippi

Mississippi procurement assistance gets new name

Gulfport is open for tech’s business

Enjoy Southern cuisine in an historic setting at Weidmann’s in Meridian

Tupelo-based Carmigo hits milestone in two years of operation

News

Mississippi lawmakers agree on $2,000 teacher pay raise

Vance holds first meeting of a new anti-fraud task force targeting benefit programs

Study committee created to ensure Mississippi municipalities are receiving accurate sales tax diversions

Business

DG Foods announces $1.19 million expansion

AeroShield Alliance locating headquarters in Mississippi

International Paper to build new $225 million facility in Rankin County

Culture

Richard Truly: Mississippi’s astronaut and national treasure

Numbering our days

Anthony’s: A West Point table worth coming back to

Opinion

Facts, not feelings, are a hard sell in teacher pay raise debate

Senate Democrat suing state over Mississippi Supreme Court map named by Hosemann to help redraw lines

Supreme Court action on Mississippi cases impacts protest rights, balloting procedures

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