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Mississippi Seed Fund Award Puts rumie on a National Trajectory

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www.innovate.ms – jacksonfreepress – 2023-05-10 14:55:38

SUMMARY: Rumie is a mobile app that serves as a marketplace for college to buy and sell items within their campus or across college campuses. The app was created by Tanner McCraney after a negative experience on Facebook Marketplace. The goal is to a safer and more convenient platform for college students to transact with each other. With over 10,000 users and listings on 483 campuses, Rumie aims to reach all U.S. college students in the future. Users must have an active .edu email address to sign up, and the app generates revenue through advertising from local businesses. Rumie plans to expand its services and increase its user base by implementing new features and launching a nationwide marketing strategy.

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Superior Optical Lab expanding operations in Jackson County

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mississippi.org – Ken patterson – 2024-10-16 10:00:00

SUMMARY: Superior Optical Lab, an eyeglass manufacturer in County, is expanding with a corporate investment of approximately $12.5 million, creating 188 . The company, which operates one of America’s leading optical laboratories, recently added 45,000 square feet of production to enhance efficiency. The Mississippi Authority and are supporting the expansion . Founded in 1991 by a U.S. Navy veteran, Superior Optical Lab is dedicated to providing affordable eyewear to . Local , including Gov. Tate Reeves, express pride in supporting veteran-owned businesses and the positive impact on the Coast region’s .

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Salad Days Produce expanding in Madison County

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mississippi.org – Ken patterson – 2024-10-08 14:00:00

SUMMARY: Salad Days Produce, a hydroponic lettuce producer based in Flora, Mississippi, is expanding its operations with an $8.18 million investment, creating at least 12 . The new 65,000-square- facility at Flora Industrial Park will significantly increase production capacity, enabling the company to serve larger grocery chains and regional distributors. This expansion is expected to be completed by July 2025, supported by the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive program. Local highlight the positive economic impact and growth in the food-service market that will result from this , reinforcing County’s emerging status as a food-sector hub.

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Exxel Outdoors locating operations in Tupelo

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mississippi.org – Ken patterson – 2024-09-26 10:00:10

SUMMARY: Exxel Outdoors, a leading manufacturer of outdoor and military gear, is relocating its national warehousing and distribution center from Reno, Nevada, to , Mississippi, creating at least 40 with a corporate investment exceeding $2 million. This move enhances delivery efficiency by positioning the company closer to its customers and its manufacturing plant in Haleyville, Alabama. Supported by the Mississippi Authority’s MFLEX program and local agencies, Exxel’s arrival is expected to diversify the local and foster business growth in Tupelo. The company will begin hiring immediately, reflecting Mississippi’s commitment to a conducive business .

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