SUMMARY: The Mississippi Economic Council (MEC) will hold its 76th annual meeting on Thursday at the Jackson Convention Complex, focusing on childcare, talent retention, and workforce development under the “WorkFuture” theme. The event will convene business leaders, policymakers, and experts to tackle economic challenges through panels and discussions. Key topics include the impact of childcare on workforce participation, the importance of business-education partnerships for talent retention, and strategies for attracting new workers. The luncheon will honor STAR Students, Teachers, and discuss MEC’s merger with the Mississippi Manufacturers Association. Founded in 1949, MEC represents over 11,000 members statewide.

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SUMMARY: Gabriel Prado, a prominent Jackson businessman and owner of PraCon Global Investment Group, has endorsed state Sen. John Horhn for mayor of Jackson. Prado, known for investing in undervalued assets, has revitalized various local businesses and was instrumental in bringing Topgolf to the area. He believes Horhn is highly qualified and genuinely cares for the city’s residents. Horhn, who nearly won the Democratic primary outright, emphasizes the need for change in leadership amid current challenges facing Mayor Lumumba. He aims to promote accountability and transparency while collaborating for economic growth in Jackson. The runoff election takes place on April 22.

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SUMMARY: Since 2017, I’ve hosted over 1,350 travelers on more than 55 trips across Europe. What began as a single trip grew into a second business, taking up four months each year. Along the way, I’ve formed lasting friendships, especially with people from the South. One such person is Andy Anderson from Rolling Fork, Mississippi, who, after a devastating EF4 tornado in 2023, co-founded Rolling Fork Rising to help rebuild his community, focusing on helping renters left without homes. Their model, built on accountability and education, is making a real difference. Meeting people like Andy highlights the power of resilience and community.

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