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Communities qualify for Welcome Home Mississippi recertification

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4 months ago

June 27, 2024

Jackson, Miss. (March 6, 2024) – Cities across the state have qualified for a three-year recertification through Welcome Home Mississippi. The WHM program was legislatively mandated in 1994 and is administered by the Mississippi Development Authority. The purpose of the program is to promote Mississippi communities to attract retirees from across the country.

“The entire state benefits from active communities with thriving local economies, and this recertification recognizes how important this program is to that outcome,” said MDA Executive Director Bill Cork. “By attracting a dynamic and diverse population, these communities are helping drive interest to local businesses and inspire positive word-of-mouth about all that Mississippi offers. I’m proud of their efforts and of the…

By: Ken patterson
Title: Communities qualify for Welcome Home Mississippi recertification
Sourced From: mississippi.org/news/communities-qualify-for-hometown-mississippi-retirement-recertification/
Published Date: Wed, 06 Mar 2024 19:23:13 +0000

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