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WASHINGTON, D.C. – September 10, 2025 – Today, a coalition of leading energy and industrial executives launched the Gulf South Business Roundtable (GSBR). The effort is dedicated to advancing economic competitiveness, infrastructure development, and industrial growth across Alabama (AL), Arkansas (AR), Louisiana (LA), Mississippi (MS), and Texas (TX).

JACKSON (Mississippi Development Authority) – Hood Industries, Inc., manufacturer and distributor of structural wood products, is expanding its sawmill operations in Wayne County. The project is a $245 million corporate investment.

JACKSON, Miss.  – AccelerateMS has officially announced the relaunch of the Mississippi Reconnect Program 2.0, a bold initiative designed to re-engage unemployed and significantly underemployed Mississippians through accelerated training and career-connected learning in high-demand industries. The program will begin accepting applications in October for early January program start dates.

JACKSON, Miss. –  AccelerateMS is excited to introduce EnCORE, an innovative program aimed at connecting Mississippi’s highly experienced professionals with instructor, trainer, and mentor opportunities within the state’s workforce development framework.

JACKSON - State Supreme Court Justice James Maxwell (District 3, Place 3) and Supreme Court Justice Bobby Chamberlin (District 3, Place 1) were both nominated to serve on the United States District Court for the Northern District of Mississippi.