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Quality Beverage announces $10.25M expansion in Lowndes County
SUMMARY: Quality Beverage, a company based in Lowndes County, Mississippi, is investing $10.25 million to expand its operations. This expansion will create 31 new jobs in the area. The company specializes in manufacturing dispensed beverage concentrates, syrups, and sweeteners for the food and beverage industry. The new facility, which will be located in Golden Triangle Industrial Aerospace Park, will house manufacturing, R&D, and distribution operations. The Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) is providing assistance through the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive, and the Golden Triangle Development LINK and the Lowndes County Industrial Development Authority are also involved in the project. Construction is set to begin in early 2024, with plant operations expected to start in January 2025. Governor Tate Reeves expressed gratitude to Quality Beverage for choosing to expand in Mississippi, stating that it enhances the state’s reputation as a top destination for businesses.
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Boeing announces support of Delta State’s commercial aviation program
SUMMARY: Boeing has become a financial supporter of Delta State University’s commercial aviation program, enhancing educational opportunities for students pursuing aviation careers. Delta State President Daniel J. Ennis expressed gratitude for the donation, emphasizing its role in providing essential resources for hands-on experience and technical expertise. The contribution, although undisclosed, will support advanced training technologies, student scholarships, and industry collaborations. Betsy Martin from Boeing highlighted the partnership as an investment in the future, aiming to develop a talent pipeline of skilled pilots and aviation professionals. Delta State’s program is the only one of its kind in Mississippi’s public university system.
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Gov. Tate Reeves working on plan to call special session after budget collapse
SUMMARY: Mississippi lawmakers left the state capitol without approving a budget, leaving Republican Gov. Tate Reeves to potentially call a special session before funding runs out on June 30, 2025. Reeves held a press conference to reassure residents, asserting that state operations would continue normally without an imminent threat of shutdown. He emphasized that disagreements were procedural, not about the $7 billion budget content, and encouraged calm among residents and agencies uncertain about funding. Reeves may address additional legislation during a special session, including mobile sports betting and school choice, while seeking to maintain efficiency and minimize costs.
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Coastal Mississippi’s economic future is bright if we diversify
SUMMARY: Coastal Mississippi’s economy heavily relies on gaming, military bases, and government contracts, generating around $1.6 billion from casinos and substantial employment. Ingalls Shipbuilding and Stennis Space Center contribute significantly as well. However, dependence on these sectors poses vulnerability, especially with competition from online betting and emerging markets. To secure long-term growth, the region needs to diversify beyond gaming and embrace manufacturing, particularly in high-tech sectors. A collaborative development strategy could promote Coastal Mississippi as a hub for technology and logistics. Long-term planning and investment in workforce training are essential for sustainable economic resilience and future prosperity.
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