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Anne Summerhays
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October 6, 2022
U.S. job openings decreased to 10.1 million on the last business day of August, BLS reported
In August, Mississippi’s unemployment rate remained unchanged at 3.6 percent. On Tuesday, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released a Job Openings and Labor Turnover report for August 2022. The number of job openings decreased to 10.1 million on the last business day of August, BLS reported, and hires and total separations were little…
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Anne Summerhays
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October 5, 2022
Secretary Watson announces new statewide initiative in collaboration with MS businesses to combat trafficking
Mississippi Businesses Against Trafficking (MBAT) will raise awareness, empower businesses to combat human trafficking. On Wednesday, Secretary of State Michael Watson held a press conference to announce a new statewide initiative in collaboration with Mississippi businesses. Secretary Watson introduced Mississippi Businesses Against Trafficking (MBAT), a statewide initiative by the Mississippi Secretary of State’s Office to raise…
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Anne Summerhays
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October 4, 2022
Forum at Miss. State shows how agricultural innovation strengthens global food security
Senator Hyde-Smith among participants in a panel focused on innovations in agriculture. On Monday, U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) met with agricultural scientists at Mississippi State University (MSU) and industry leaders to discuss how public support for agricultural research and development can help alleviate global hunger. Participants on the panel included Senator Hyde-Smith; Keith Coble,…
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Frank Corder
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September 29, 2022
Energy experts Jack and Elizabeth Coleman talk regulation, policy with Bigger Pie Forum
Listen as the Colemans share insight into the international energy crisis and what Mississippi can do to prevent it from coming here. Energy and electricity experts Jack and Elizabeth Coleman recently sat down with Bigger Pie Forum to discuss timely topics in the energy industry at the regulatory and policy making levels. The Colemans dive…
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Magnolia Tribune
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September 27, 2022
Mississippi to receive $600,000 grant to assist Mississippi businesses interested in beginning or increasing international trade
STEP funding will be used to support export development and trade endeavors for eligible small businesses. The U.S. Small Business Administration has awarded the Mississippi Development Authority $600,000 for the State Trade Expansion Program to support Mississippi business interested in international trade. “This funding is instrumental for Mississippi businesses wanting to grow their business by increasing…
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Frank Corder
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September 27, 2022
U.S. Dept. of Defense grants Mississippi $5 million to strengthen worker pipeline in shipbuilding industry
The state will match the funds with $1.8 million as Mississippi, DOD partner to modernize shipbuilding capacity through a consortium. Last week, the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) announced that $4,999,634 was being directed to the Mississippi Department of Employment Security-led Mississippi-Shipbuilding Industry Preparedness for National Security Consortium. Those funds are being used to undertake…
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Frank Corder
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September 21, 2022
ArbaBlox locating pallet blocks manufacturing operations in Winona
The company will create 41 jobs in Winona with a corporate investment of nearly $51.34 million. ArbaBlox, an engineered wood products company, is locating a state-of-the-art pallet blocks manufacturing plant in Winona. The project is a $51.34 million corporate investment and will create 41 jobs. “Congratulations to ArbaBlox on this tremendous investment. ArbaBlox’s innovative business strategy will help to…
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Frank Corder
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September 21, 2022
Rocket Lab locating engine test facility at Stennis in Hancock County
The company selected Stennis Space Center as the site of the test and development complex for Archimedes, its Neutron rocket engines. U.S.-based Rocket Lab is locating an engine test facility for its new large rocket Neutron at NASA’s Stennis Space Center in Hancock County, making a significant capital investment and creating dozens of new jobs in…
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Frank Corder
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September 16, 2022
Atmos Energy expanding in George County
The PSC unanimously approved the project. Southern District Commissioner Maxwell says it will be a big boost for the county. Yesterday, the Mississippi Public Service Commission unanimously approved Atmos Energy’s application to expand natural gas service in George County. Atmos Energy presently serves Lucedale, the county seat of George County. The application will allow Atmos…
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Frank Corder
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September 16, 2022
The New York Blower Company and Kiln Drying Systems & Components jointly locating operations in Philadelphia
The Company is creating 60 direct jobs representing a corporate investment of approximately $8.14 million. The New Yorker Blower Company and Kiln Drying Systems & Components will be investing $8.14 million in Philadelphia to open a new facility and create 60 jobs. “New York Blower and KDS’ new facility in Neshoba County will bring not…
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Anne Summerhays
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September 14, 2022
Operation Bill Assist: Entergy Mississippi pledges $3.2 million to help customers
Bill payment help, energy-efficiency tools and more on tap. On Wednesday, Entergy Mississippi announced a $3.2 million pledge, funded by its shareholders, to help customers with high bills brought on primarily by high natural gas prices. On Wednesday, @EntergyMS announced a $3.2 million pledge, funded by its shareholders, to help customers with high bills brought…
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Anne Summerhays
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September 13, 2022
Corporate investments across Mississippi fueling job growth and driving local, state economy
Nearly $1.3 billion invested in Mississippi for advanced manufacturing, distributing, logistics, automotive, and more so far in 2022, MDA reports. Even as the U.S. economy continues to struggle, Mississippi is celebrating a robust effort to increase opportunity in the state by attracting and retaining high quality jobs through strategic corporate investments in a state with…
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Fatima Hussein, Associated Press
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October 24, 2025
Social Security recipients get a 2.8% cost-of-living boost in 2026, average of $56 per month
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Frank Corder
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October 24, 2025
Shutdown caused NFIP’s authorization to lapse. Congressman Ezell says it’s hurting Mississippi
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Stan Choe, Associated Press
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October 24, 2025
Wall Street heads for records following an encouraging update on inflation
Business
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Daniel Tyson
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October 23, 2025
Entergy Mississippi breaks ground on $1.2 billion Vicksburg Advanced Power Station
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Magnolia Tribune
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October 7, 2025
Averitt Express announces $9.6 million expansion in Richland
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Magnolia Tribune
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October 2, 2025
Smurfit Westrock expanding in Saltillo
Culture
Culture
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Meredith Biesinger
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October 24, 2025
Heat, heritage and heart: The Delta Hot Tamale Festival
Culture
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Alistair Begg
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October 24, 2025
The crown of life
Culture
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Susan Marquez
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October 23, 2025
Food vendors announced for National Folk Festival in Jackson
Opinion
Opinion
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Daniel Sparks
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October 24, 2025
Mississippi taking strides to reduce harm from smoking
Opinion
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Grant Callen
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October 23, 2025
If lawmakers are trying to defund public education, they aren’t very good at it
Opinion
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Kimberly Ross
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October 22, 2025
Jay Jones’ abhorrent texts deserve righteous condemnation, so do Hitler fans on the far right
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