Waveland shares update to the Marriott Hotel
WAVELAND, Miss (WXXV)- Construction is officially underway on Waveland’s first hotel in more than 20 years, and it's going vertical. The $16 million dual-brand Marriot Hotel, featuring Fairfield and…
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Moss Point accepting Entrepreneur Grant applications
Moss Point, Miss. (WXXV)- Economic development is a focal point for the city of Moss Point. And now the River City is putting its money where its mouth is and…
Mississippi’s $110 Million Investment Lays Foundation for Future Economic Development Success
JACKSON, Miss. – Governor Tate Reeves today announced the state of Mississippi is investing over $110 million toward economic development, infrastructure upgrades, workforce development, tourism, and conservation efforts throughout Mississippi. The majority of grant approvals, totaling over $97 million, will be…
Celebrate Cities: Gulfport
WXXV’s Chief Meteorologist Rob Knight kicks things off with a look at the rich history of Gulfport. Rob highlights some upcoming events in Gulfport to mark on your calendars.…
Republican Mississippi governor ignores Medicaid expansion and focuses on jobs in State of the State
BY EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Republican Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves said he intentionally avoided hot-button issues and political conflict in his State of the State speech Monday, instead calling for legislators to support economic development by funding roads,…
Mississippi Republican governor again calls for phasing out personal income tax in his budget plan
BY EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves is renewing his call for legislators to phase out the state’s personal income tax over several years, and he is asking them to spend more money on economic development,…
Mississippi governor pushes state incentives to finalize deal for 2 data processing centers
BY EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS Updated 12:41 PM CST, January 24, 2024 JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A tech company will invest $10 billion to build two data processing centers that will create 1,000 jobs in central Mississippi, Republican Gov. Tate Reeves said…
Governor announces plan to improve infrastructure, foster growth in state
Gov. Tate Reeves today announced his plan to drive economic development and growth in Mississippi by investing state funds in infrastructure projects throughout the state. Projects that will help with site development…
Reeves calls special session for economic development project
Gov. Tate Reeves will call a special session of the Mississippi Legislature to finalize a deal to bring an aluminum production facility to the Golden Triangle. Reeves said in a press release that the deal will bring 1,000 high-paying jobs…
Reeves announces $2.8 million for site development in Hancock County
Gov. Tate Reeves today announced the state is investing nearly $2.8 million for site development projects with Hancock County Port and Harbor Commission. Through the RESTORE Act, Stennis International Airport will receive $2,547,940 for engineering, design and site development at…
USM names new vice president of operations on the Coast
The University of Southern Mississippi has Dr. Shannon Campbell as the Senior Associate Vice President for Coastal Operations and will lead strategic planning and economic development to position USM’s coastal teaching and research sites in Long Beach, Gulfport, Ocean Springs…
Economic development on Division Street
The area of Division Street near the under-construction Keesler Gate will soon experience some major changes. Biloxi is accepting bids on the demolition of nine properties in the area between I-110 and the new gate near Forrest Avenue to prepare…
Mayor Broomfield Prepares for State of the City Address
Thursday evening, the City of Moss Point will be hosting their State of the City Address.
Biloxi's Finances Looking Better This Year Than Expected
Biloxi's Economic Development Director, Jerry Creel, says the city's finances are looking better than expected.
Gulfport Has Many Big Development Projects on the Table
Gulfport is the second largest city in the state, and at the rate it's growing, it may not be second long.
Biloxi City Council Still on the Fence About Tree Council
Jerry Creel and developers worry the tree committee would have too much control and may slow down development in Biloxi.
Coast Coliseum Looks to Expand Using Trust Fund Money
With a fresh new year, Executive Director of the Coliseum, Bill Holmes, is expecting expansion on the horizon.
Ocean Springs Looks to Build More Hotels
The City of Ocean Springs is home to only three major hotels, limiting visitors to places near downtown.
Biloxi Plans New Commercial Development with Coming of Stadium
Commercial development in Biloxi is still going strong with new restaurants and hotels on the horizon.
Biloxi City Council Discusses Zoning & Expansion
Trees have been the talk of Biloxi over the last several weeks, but Tuesday's meeting had a different tone, one all about zoning and city expansion.
Mayor Billy Hewes Addresses Business Community
Friday morning, Mayor Billy Hewes gave his annual address to Gulfport's business community.
Pascagoula is Sprucing Up Market St. to Increase Development
The City of Pascagoula currently has 26 projects in various stages of completion, which include everything from streets and drainage to recreation and business development.
Biloxi Visitors Center is Booming w/ More Visitors Than Ever
When you walk through the doors of the Biloxi Visitors Center, you can't help but get a feel for what the city is all about.
Development is Booming All Across Biloxi
Currently, there are 100s of millions of dollars in new developments across Biloxi.