Golden Triangle Development LINK

12/21/2025

An all-star "Advancing Your Economic Development Career" panel shined at the 2025 . Big thanks to Charles Sexton, Meryl Fisackerly, CEcD, MEDP and Anthony T.J. Michelic for leading a great and fun conversation.

12/19/2025

We are excited to welcome Firehawk to Lowndes County and to see new life and investment in the former Nammo Talley facility. Repurposing this existing facility will help accelerate Firehawk’s operations. Their decision to locate here shows that our region has a diverse manufacturing base and the infrastructure in place to support advanced aerospace and defense operations. We’re proud to support Firehawk as they grow here and create new opportunities for our people.

Firehawk Aerospace ("Firehawk"), a defense technology leader specializing in advanced energetics and propulsion, today announced an agreement to acquire a DCMA-rated integration facility in Crawford, Mississippi - significantly expanding its manufacturing capacity and marking a major milestone towar...

12/17/2025

Thank you to the Mississippi Development Authority for spotlighting the Cinco Mega Site. Strong state and local partnerships are key to positioning the Golden Triangle for long-term growth and job creation.

Featured Site: Cinco Megasite
1,440 acres. Golden Triangle location. Built for growth at scale.

Cinco is a premier megasite in Northeast Mississippi with direct access to U.S. Highway 82, a Canadian Pacific Kansas City Rail mainline one mile away and infrastructure designed for large-scale industrial operations. Utility capacity is expanding, TVA megasite certified and the site is county owned with comprehensive due diligence complete.

Lowndes County strengthens the value beyond the site. The area offers top-performing public and private schools, Mississippi State University just minutes away, regional healthcare anchored by Baptist Memorial Hospital and abundant outdoor recreation along the Tennessee Tombigbee Waterway. Add a low cost of living, vibrant downtown Columbus and a strong sense of community, and companies gain a location where talent can build careers and lives.

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Golden Triangle Development LINK

12/15/2025

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Brenda H. Lathan, former Senior Vice President of the Golden Triangle Development LINK.

Brenda dedicated much of her career to advancing economic development and community growth throughout the Golden Triangle region. During her tenure at the LINK, she was instrumental in supporting major industrial recruitment and expansion projects, fostering strong relationships with local and state partners, and promoting the region as a competitive destination for business and investment. Her leadership, strategic insight, and tireless advocacy helped shape initiatives that continue to benefit our communities today.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Brenda was widely respected for her integrity, mentorship, and genuine commitment to the people and places she served. Her influence extended well beyond her title, leaving a lasting legacy across the region’s economic development landscape.

We extend our deepest condolences to Brenda’s family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time. She will be remembered with great respect and gratitude for her service and contributions to the Golden Triangle.

12/11/2025

Governor Tate Reeves has announced the awarding of $5.7 million for a 1-million-gallon elevated water storage tank and water main infrastructure at the Cinco Mega Site in Lowndes County.

This investment strengthens site readiness and further positions the Golden Triangle for future industrial growth.

12/05/2025

Mississippi’s wage momentum is helping families and communities move forward. Average weekly wages rose 5 percent over the past year, outpacing the national average and beating inflation.

Real progress for workers. Real confidence for employers. Real momentum for Mississippi.

Source: https://bit.ly/4pFZ8Qo

11/25/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at the GTR LINK! We’re grateful for our partners and this incredible region we call home.

11/19/2025

Congratulations to Camgian on being named the 2025 Mississippi Aerospace & Defense Company of the Year. Their continued investment in cutting-edge defense technology strengthens both our state’s innovation ecosystem and the competitive advantage of the Golden Triangle.

🏆 Camgian Named 2025 Mississippi Aerospace & Defense Company of the Year
Last week, Camgian was honored as the Aerospace and Defense Company of the Year, a reflection of our team’s relentless commitment to innovation, excellence, and national defense.

This recognition underscores our mission to advance AI-enabled kill chain automation through Reactor®, empowering the Warfighter with the clarity, speed, and precision needed to dominate in complex and contested environments.

We are proud to represent Mississippi’s growing defense innovation community and remain focused on delivering technologies that strengthen our nation’s security and operational advantage.

We are grateful to our partners, customers, and employees whose collaboration makes achievements like this possible.

Read the full press release here: https://www.camgian.com/camgian-named-2025-mississippi-aerospace-and-defense-company-of-the-year/

11/17/2025

TRUST Member Spotlight: SGK Landscapes, Inc.

For more than two decades, SGK Landscapes has been shaping and enhancing outdoor environments across the Golden Triangle and beyond. Based in Starkville, SGK brings expertise, creativity, and long-term commitment to every project they touch.

From landscape maintenance and design to construction, installation, and full project management, their team delivers beautiful, functional, and sustainable results that make our communities stronger and more vibrant.

We’re proud to highlight SGK Landscapes as a valued member of The TRUST and a partner dedicated to helping the Golden Triangle thrive.

Learn more about the TRUST program and how members like SGK help move our region forward: https://www.gtrlink.org/the-trust

11/13/2025

The LINK is honored to support the Columbus Lowndes Chamber of Commerce at their Annual Luncheon on Friday, December 5th at Lion Hills Center. We’re proud to have our COO, Meryl Fisackerly, serving as this year’s keynote speaker.

Join us for the Columbus Lowndes Chamber of Commerce Annual Luncheon on Friday, December 5th, at Lion Hills Center! We’re excited to welcome Meryl Fisackerly, COO of the Golden Triangle Development LINK, as our keynote speaker. 🎄

Seats will be available for purchase starting November 17th! Don’t wait to reserve your spot, they will go fast!

11/10/2025

Tomorrow, our office will be closed in observance of Veterans Day as we honor and remember all who have served our country.

We are grateful for the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans.

11/04/2025

SDI and the Port Authority are moving forward with a $14 million rail line project connecting the West Bank Port to SDI’s steel mill — strengthening infrastructure and industry in the Golden Triangle.

Steel Dynamics Inc. is building a more than $14 million rail line to deliver scrap metal from the West Bank Port on Old Macon Road to the company’s steel mill west of Columbus.