Browsing: Business

The wainscoting walls, 14-foot ceilings and heart pine floors of the Pascagoula Train depot have a story to tell, and thanks to redevelopment grants and the foresight of local developers, a new chapter is being written in the 1904 structure.

Most of us don’t spend a lot of time thinking about energy—at least not until we flip a light switch, fill up the car, charge a phone, or crank up the air conditioning during a Mississippi summer.

Native Son Farm is one of northeast Mississippi’s best treasures. Ironically, it’s also somewhat of a hidden treasure to many of the countless people who come to Tupelo, Mississippi, each week for shopping and entertainment purposes. 

The city of Pascagoula is moving forward with the Train Depot Courtyard Project after the City Council awarded a construction contract May 20. 

Outreach and growth are a great way to describe both the personal and professional life of Jerica Hudson, vice president of growth and community for Singing River Federal Credit Union.

Tucked into downtown Summit, Mississippi, Gulf South Art Gallery is the kind of place that quietly surprises people. From the outside, it feels like part of the familiar rhythm of a small Southern town. Step inside, though, and visitors quickly discover a collection filled with craftsmanship, creativity, and pieces that feel worthy of far bigger cities.

There is something to be said for people of habit — folks who follow a familiar rhythm each day and find comfort in routine. I happen to be one of those people, and several of my friends enjoy giving me a hard time about it.

Peaches and summertime are a perfect pair. The fuzzy, sun-kissed fruit is loved for its sweet, juicy bite and bright, floral aroma. For many, sinking your teeth into a ripe peach over the sink or out in front of you while the sweet, tangy juice drips down your hands is a quintessential summer experience. And peaches taste even better when they’re grown in Mississippi.

Chevron is receiving international recognition after being named one of TIME magazine’s “10 Most Influential Energy Companies of 2026,” placing the company among a select group shaping the future of the global energy industry.

Some businesses begin with spreadsheets and business plans. Others begin with a feeling.

For Lindsay Caminita, James Gray Hat Co. started with a simple idea that arrived almost out of nowhere — a creative spark that felt fun, fresh, and completely different from anything else around her.

Bop’s Frozen Custard is aiming for an early 2027 return to Hardy Street after more than a decade. The new location will be the first in Hattiesburg since December 2018. 

In Jackson County, business isn’t just conducted—it’s built, shared, and strengthened face to face. And for one day this May, that spirit will be on full display.

There are stories that stop you in your tracks—not because they’re loud, but because they’re quietly strong. This is one…

COASTAL MISSISSIPPI (April 20, 2026) – Coastal Mississippi is celebrating a major milestone as the Amtrak Mardi Gras Service approaches its 100,000th passenger since launching last August, underscoring the growing demand for rail travel along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. 

 The Hattiesburg Zoo is thrilled to introduce its newest residents to guests beginning tomorrow: three baby spider monkeys named Cider, Holly and Juniper.

Dr. G’s Specialty Foods in Carriere has added an indoor coffee and beignets cafe as the latest step in owner John “Dr. G” Gardner’s ongoing renovation of the property.