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MGCCC will be hosting a Chevron career night “Pipeline to Success” at the Jackson County Campus Cafeteria on Tuesday, September 17 from 5:30-7:30 pm.

Imagine enjoying local dining, shopping, exercising, and relaxing without ever having to get behind the wheel of a car. For many people in Mississippi cities, a walkable or bikeable neighborhood like this seems out of reach. However, longtime friends Beth and Kaite Seymore are trying to change that, starting with the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The friends recently opened Tour de Coast, Mississippi’s first private E-Bike share company.

Today is August 15th, and what does that mean? The Pine Belt Women Business Owners Summit has officially kicked off! August 15th through August 16th marks the 2nd Annual Pine belt Women’s Business Owners Summit.

Amazon.com, Inc. (Nasdaq: AMZN) Amazon announced plans to expand its investment in Mississippi by opening a new delivery station in Lee County. This new facility will be approximately 96,000 square feet located within the Turner Industrial Park in Saltillo, Mississippi.

As you enter the downtown area of Plantersville, Mississippi, you will notice a charming, local grocery store. This store stands out with inviting cafe lights on the front porch and a sign that reads “Better Buy.” Better Buy is a discount grocery and variety store known for its discounted grocery prices and unparalleled hospitality, making it a favorite among locals.

The Mississippi Gulf Coast’s labor market needs more trained construction and technical workers. While there are many paths to filling the labor gap, The Knights of Peter Claver (KOPC) Workforce Development is leading the way in training the unemployed and underemployed residents along the Mississippi Gulf Coast who desire entry-level positions in the construction industry.

I may be overly partial, but I think Mississippi is home to some of the most creative craftsmen on earth. Truly, there’s no limit to the variety of handmade products that flow from our state.

The following Main Street communities in Mississippi have been designated as Accredited Main Street America programs for meeting rigorous performance standards.

The Crystal Grill, a nearly century-old Delta restaurant, recently announced the closure of its doors this month, marking the end of…

Beau Rivage’s BR Prime, Stalla, and Jia have all been honored in Wine Spectator’s 2024 Restaurant Awards, which celebrate the world’s best restaurants for wine. The resort’s three fine dining restaurants are among only six in the state of Mississippi to receive this distinction.

Alcorn State University is gearing up for a new STEM MBA Program, offered by the School of Business. With a focus on developing STEM skills, knowledge, and an interdisciplinary mindset, this 30-credit hour program aims to meet the growing demand for business professionals with STEM backgrounds.

Mississippi State University’s Athlete Engineering Institute is proud to partner with HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division, Mississippi’s largest manufacturing employer and supplier of U.S. Navy surface combatants, to build a new wearable prototype device to aid shipbuilders in the mitigation of heat injuries. The project is funded by AccelerateMS and its MS-Ships program, which supports the state’s shipbuilding industry.

The Country Squire was opened in August of 1970 by Jim and Gwen Reeves and has been a tradition for many families for over 50 years. Mr. and Mrs. Reeves worked to create a pipe and cigar experience that offered the finest smoking products and accessories for the sophisticated enthusiast.

The Spaceport Company has recently established its operations at Port Bienville. The company specializes in producing vessels designed to launch rockets from the sea. Among these vessels is the “Once in a Lifetime,” which began operations at Port Bienville in early May, marking a significant milestone in the company’s expansion and technological advancements in the space industr

On June 6, the Meeting Place and Innovate Mississippi will announce the top 3 competitors of the 2024 MS Gulf Coast Regional Pitch Competition.

Biloxi Main Street has been the driving force behind the revitalization of Biloxi in 2024, creating the perfect environment for residents and small businesses downtown. Main Street’s mission is to be the catalyst in promoting, preserving, revitalizing, and enhancing the economic growth of the downtown Biloxi area.