Mississippi Business Journal

12/11/2025

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12/03/2025

   Liquid storage and logistics services provider creating 25 jobs Project represents a corporate investment of nearly $316 million […]

12/03/2025

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12/03/2025

Mississippi revenue collections continue to outpace legislative estimates, with November’s collections coming in $20.2 million, or 3.83 percent above the revised revenue estimate.

12/03/2025

12/03/2025

Congratulations Barry White, the new director of MDAH! The MDAH Board of Trustees has selected Barry White, longtime preservation leader and current director of the agency’s Historic Preservation Division, as the next director of MDAH. White will succeed outgoing director Katie Blount on July 1, 2026. Read more at https://bit.ly/48rT07i.

12/02/2025

Community Bank Surpasses $5 Billion in Total Assets

Community Bank proudly announces a historic milestone: the bank has officially surpassed $5 billion in total assets. This achievement reflects 120 years of strategic growth, strong customer relationships, and an unwavering commitment to excellence in every community it serves.

With 56 offices and more than 850 team members across Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, and Tennessee, Community Bank continues to build on its tradition of putting customers first. This philosophy has been the cornerstone of the bank’s success and ensures that Community Bank remains built to last.

"Reaching $5 billion in assets is more than a number—it’s a testament to the trust our customers place in us and the dedication of our entire team," said Chuck Nicholson, Chairman of the Board for Community Bank. "We remain focused on delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of our communities."

Community Bank’s growth story includes recent expansions, technology upgrades, and a strong emphasis on community involvement. From expanding the bank’s physical footprint with new locations to launching advanced digital banking platforms, the bank continues to invest in both people and technology to enhance the customer experience.

"At Community Bank, we remain committed to doing business the right way. We are grateful to the customers and communities that have trusted us to be their financial partner for the last 120 years and look forward to the opportunity to expand upon that commitment in the future," said Justin Martin, President and Chief Executive Officer for Community Bank.

As Community Bank celebrates this remarkable achievement, they continue to look ahead to a bright future. The combination of cutting-edge technology with personalized service, will allow Community Bank to continue to empower individuals, businesses, and for the communities they serve to thrive—today and for generations to come.

11/29/2025

Wade Hampton Creekmore, Jr., a telecommunications pioneer and co-founder of Cellular South, Inc., which now operates under the brand name C Spire, has died. He was 91.

11/21/2025

11/20/2025

Amazon Plans $3 Billion Investment In Warren County

On Thursday, November 20, Amazon announced plans on the company’s website to invest $3 billion in Warren County, creating hundreds of jobs and supporting economic growth. This represents the largest private investment in Warren County’s history. A new data center campus will be built to support Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cloud computing technologies, the announcement noted. The investment is estimated to create at least 2000 new jobs at the Amazon data campus as well as support more than 300 additional full-time equivalent positions throughout Warren County.

“Mississippi has built an economy that attracts world-class investment,” said Governor Tate Reeves about Amazon’s announcement. “This $3 billion investment by Amazon…is another massive win for our state. Amazon’s commitment will create hundreds of direct jobs and supply chain positions and further cement Mississippi as a leader in American innovation. The future of technology is being built right here in the heart of the ‘Digital Delta.’”

“Amazon’s $3 billion investment in Warren County will create lasting opportunities for Mississippi families and communities, building on our more-than-a-decade-long partnership with the Magnolia State,” said David Zapolsky, Amazon’s Chief Global Affairs and Legal Officer. “We’re investing in the people and the communities that make Mississippi strong, from training more than 6500 Mississippians through our workforce development programs to launching our new Warren County Community Fund that will address community needs like STEM education."

This was a reference to a new $150,000 community fund that will support the County’s initiatives, with a focus on STEM and other local needs, according to a statement issues by Shemeeka Johnson, Public Relations, Communication & Corporate Responsibility with Amazon.

“Amazon’s decision to locate to Warren County marks a defining moment for our community,” said Pablo Diaz, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Vicksburg-Warren Partnership. “Representing the single largest investment in Vicksburg’s history, this project will bring enduring and transformational benefits to our small businesses, create exciting career opportunities for our residents, and provide long-term revenues for our local governments. We are proud to welcome Amazon as a pivotal partner in our growing technology sector and look forward to building a strong and lasting partnership that drives growth and innovation in our community.”

The Amazon Warren County Community Fund, the $150,000 grant community fund, will be managed and administered by the nonprofit, ChangeX. Not only will the fund promote STEM education, it will also focus on key themes shut as sustainability and environment, digital skills, culture and heritage, health and well-being. The program is open for individuals, community groups, schools, nonprofits and other organizations across Warren County. “As part of our long term community investment plan, the Warren County Community Fund marks the first steps through which we will collaborate with local partners to implement high-impact programs aimed at fostering the sustained growth and prosperity of the county,” the official Amazon release stated.

11/20/2025

Contact: Allison Matthews STARKVILLE, Miss.—Construction of Mississippi State’s premier research facility to pioneer advancements in the prevention and treatment of equine laminitis is underway after a Monday [Nov. 10] groundbreaking for the Nancy Fair Link Laminitis Research Center. Located at ...