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MEC Tour 2022 Lowndes County Registration Form

By Will Caves | June 20, 2022

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

By Will Caves | June 15, 2022

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. […]

MEC Tour 2022 Lauderdale County Young Professional Registration Form

By Will Caves | June 13, 2022

Thanks for your interest in the MEC Tour 2022 Lauderdale County Young Professional Session! The Young Professional discussion will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 14 at the MSU Riley Center, located at 2200 5th St., Meridian, MS 39301. You’re invited to stay afterward and attend the MEC Tour event from 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., […]

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

By Will Caves | June 13, 2022

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 […]

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

By Will Caves | June 8, 2022

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, […]

Mississippi Receives Silver Shovel Award for Economic Development Excellence

By Will Caves | June 8, 2022

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 […]

Leadership Mississippi Reception

By Cathy Northington | June 8, 2022

Leadership Mississippi Reception

By Cathy Northington | June 7, 2022

Leadership Mississippi Reception 2022

By Cathy Northington | June 7, 2022

HII Christens National Security Cutter Calhoun (WMSL 759)

By Will Caves | June 6, 2022

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 […]