The Petal-area Chamber of Commerce is hoping you’ll think of the “Friendly City” first when you do your holiday shopping and it’s offering some incentives to encourage you to do that.
Nestled on the outskirts of Sumrall in Lamar County, this tree farm is home to Henry and Kay Hudson. Passed down through the family, the whispering pines and gentle waters serve a much greater purpose.
Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann’s office reported 141 bids have been received as of Thursday on 87 parcels of tax-forfeited properties in Forrest County.
Since the Evelyn Gandy Parkway was built, businesses have been moving towards the corridor. That movement could leave downtown Petal with vacant buildings.
Wearing a cap and gown and crossing the stage at a university is a moment of pride that brings a sense of security of earning a spot in the workplace. Millions of Americans feel the career they enter will support them beginning life as an adult.
While gas prices are seeing some decline, making sure you get the best price can be tricky. That’s because prices can be very different, which add up with each gallon.
The Economic Development Administration in the U.S. Department of Commerce has awarded the city of Hattiesburg $1.7 million, which will be used to rehabilitate and improve Lamar Boulevard.
Some employees from the company Maximus, formally General Dynamics Information Technology, protested Thursday claiming they are being treated unfairly.
Cooperative Energy names new president, CEOHATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - Cooperative Energy named its new president and CEO Tuesday. Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer Jeff Bowman was announced as the company’s new president. He will take over the role of CEO in late 2019 following the
When James and Lisa Cowart found their new home in Perry County, they were hoping a remodel would be simple. More than $25,000 later, the remodel is far from done.
Last Thursday, the Mississippi College Board approved a tuition increase for all eight public universities, including the University of Southern Mississippi.
Laurel-based Sanderson Farms was recognized by the magazine in its 2019 America’s Best Employers, which ranks the top 500 employers in the U.S. across 25 different industries.
In Mississippi, the median household annual income is just over $40,000. It’s right at $16,000 less than the median income across the country, and it’s growing more and more common for people to pick up a side hustle to stay ahead.
Kohler Engines hosted a job fair at the Lake Terrace Convention Center Tuesday, just one week after it announced a major expansion of its manufacturing operation in Hattiesburg.
Mississippi Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson says a new law just signed by Governor Phil Bryant should protect you when you shop for meat.
The First, A National Banking Association, announced Monday its expansion into the Gulf South and greater New Orleans area with the acquisition FPB Financial Corp.
A Mississippi company has been recognized as the #1 Large Independent Furniture Retailer in the country by national trade magazine Home Furnishings Business.
The International House of Pancakes in Laurel closed its doors for good Monday. A note posted on the restaurant’s door said the location will be closed permanently.
A new report from the tax payer advocate service finds there’s a huge backlog at the IRS, which is translating into paperwork delays and taxpayers’ calls for helps going unanswered.
Dozens of experts in the areas of banking, finance and academia gathered at the University of Southern Mississippi on Thursday for an annual Economic Outlook Forum for 2019.
Approximately $300,000 was stolen from the City of Bay Springs after a city clerk got caught up in an international lottery scheme, according to State Auditor Shad White.
