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MEC President & CEO Scott Waller: STEM Talent Critical for Future Success

Mississippi is part of a global competition for workforce. For our state to succeed, it is vitally important to increase the number of proficient workers, including highly skilled STEM professionals. Last year, the Mississippi Economic Council (MEC) conducted 51 small group sessions on a variety of policy issues impacting our economy during our annual tour. […]

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HII Christens Richard M. McCool Jr. (LPD 29)

HII recently announced that its Ingalls Shipbuilding division christened the company’s 13th amphibious transport dock, Richard M. McCool Jr. (LPD 29), constructed for the U.S. Navy. “For nearly two decades, we have had the opportunity to build these amphibious ships, and we look forward to continuing this journey with such a valued partner,” Ingalls Shipbuilding

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Toyota Mississippi Opens 15,000-sq-ft Workforce Training and Experience Center

Toyota Mississippi recently celebrated the grand opening if its 15,000 square-foot workforce training and experience center. Adjacent to the Blue Springs manufacturing facility, the state-of-the-art center was built in partnership with Mississippi Development Authority, and is an interactive museum providing guests the opportunity to be immersed in the world of Toyota manufacturing through innovative content,

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Mississippi Receives Silver Shovel Award for Economic Development Excellence

The state of Mississippi has once again been recognized by Area Development magazine with a Silver Shovel Award. The award is a tribute to Mississippi’s economic development success in 2021 and showcases the continued efforts of the state to foster new business investments and build a pro-growth economic environment. “Mississippi is committed to competing on

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HII Christens National Security Cutter Calhoun (WMSL 759)

HII recently christened Legend-class national security cutter Calhoun (WMSL 759) at the company’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division. Calhoun (WMSL 759) is named to honor Charles L. Calhoun, the first master chief petty officer of the U.S. Coast Guard. Calhoun served in the U.S. Navy for three years during World War II and was honorably discharged in

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Entergy Mississippi to Bring Sunflower Solar Station Online

Construction is complete on a 100-megawatt renewable solar power station near Ruleville in the Mississippi Delta, providing clean energy to Entergy Mississippi’s 461,000 customers. The Sunflower Solar Station is the largest solar installation in Mississippi and provides enough energy to power 16,000 homes. “It’s a historic day for Entergy Mississippi, our customers and our state,”

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WTVA – Milwaukee Tool breaks ground on new facility in Grenada

Milwaukee Tool recently held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new facility in Grenada County. The company is investing $60 million to make the project happen. The company is creating 1,200 jobs, of which 800 will be at the new facility in Grenada and 400 will be at the company’s locations across Mississippi. According to the

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Commercial Dispatch – North Star Industrial Park prepares for new industries

Garan Manufacturing has been the sole occupant of North Star Industrial Park for a little more than a year, but the Golden Triangle Development LINK is looking to give Garan a few neighbors soon. Joe Max Higgins, chief executive officer for the LINK, said plans are to build nine and 10 buildings at North Star,

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Microsoft TechSpark Announces Expansion to Jackson

From Microsoft: Almost five years ago, we launched a targeted initiative to respond to the growing digital divide in communities across the U.S. and Ciudad Juarez, Mexico. The TechSpark initiative recognizes that too many people are at risk of being left behind without access to the skills, support and connectivity needed to truly be part

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Standvast Fulfillment Creating 360 Jobs in Southaven

E-commerce fulfillment and supply chain technology company Standvast Fulfillment is locating operations in Southaven. The project is a $4.425 million corporate investment and will create 360 jobs. Standvast augments or replaces pieces or the whole of e/omni-commerce retailers’ or brands’ existing solutions with an innovative fulfillment services network and technology solution that is powered by

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