Business News for the Mississippi Delta

Greenville Kearns Aerospace Expanding in Washington County

Greenville Kearns Aerospace Maintenance is investing in its aircraft maintenance operations in Greenville. The project is a $11.75 million corporate investment and will create thirty-one new jobs. GKAM specializes in aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul, as well as avionics/structure modifications, manufacturing, inspection and kitting for military and civilian aircraft. Since 2022, the company has leased […]

Funds for UM Cannabis Program Approved

In a significant move toward advancing medical research and patient care in Mississippi, Gov. Tate Reeves has signed a bill that establishes the Mississippi Medical Cannabis Research Program at the University of Mississippi. The legislation, spearheaded by Sen. Kevin Blackwell and co-authored by state Sens. Reginald Jackson, Rod Hickman, Sarita Simmons and Nicole Boyd, represents […]

Van Cleve Named Chairman of IIAM

Seldon Van Cleve, President of Van Cleve Insurance in Indianola, has been elected Chairman of the Independent Insurance Agents of Mississippi. Van Cleve’s election as Chairman follows an active involvement with the association that includes serving as Chairman-Elect, Vice Chairman, an Executive Committee member, and Young Agents Chairman.  Van Cleve has been in the insurance […]

DSU and MDCC Collaborate to Expand Educational Opportunities

Delta State University and Mississippi Delta Community College have announced the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding aimed at broadening educational opportunities and increasing graduation rates for students at both institutions. This partnership represents a pivotal step forward in fostering academic collaboration and providing stronger support systems for students in the Mississippi Delta region. […]

Wicker and Hyde-Smith Co-Sponsor Literacy Resolution

U.S. Senators Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) applauded the unanimous Senate passage of a resolution that designates September 2024 as “National Literacy Month” and encourages greater strides to improve literacy for K-12 students nationwide. Wicker and Hyde-Smith co-sponsored the resolution and used it to highlight Mississippi’s role as a national leader in literary […]

Hunt Named to List By Inc. Magazine

Hunt, a full-service marketing firm located in Oxford announced the organization has been named on 2024’s Inc. 5000 list. Published by Inc. Magazine, the annual list recognizes the 5000 fastest-growing private companies in the United States. “We’re thrilled and honored to be recognized as one of America’s fastest-growing private companies,” says CEO & President, Will […]

MDCC Enrollment for Both Summer and Fall Sessions Increased

Mississippi Delta Community College has announced a significant increase in summer enrollment and a highly successful orientation season. Summer enrollment is up by six percent from last summer, and as of the conclusion of the last orientation session, fall enrollment is also up by six percent compared to this time last year. Valerie Wilbert, Assistant […]

Stewardship Trust Fund Deadline Extended

On August 1, the Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund opened its third application cycle utilizing $12 million in funding appropriated during the 2024 Legislative Session.  The MOSTF Board of Trustees began accepting grant applications on August 1.  On August 14, the MOSTF Board of Trustees approved to extend the deadline for application submissions from September […]

DHA to Partner With Stanford University

Delta Health Alliance will serve as the first Innovation Community partner with the Stanford Center for Early Childhood’s  RAPID Survey to help explore, design and implement innovative approaches to listening to parents and caregivers, the organizations have announced. “We are honored and excited to have been chosen by SCEC to continue our mission to help […]

Cash Named Recipient of Crossroads Music Award 

Four-time GRAMMY®-winning singer/ songwriter Rosanne Cash will be the recipient of the sixth annual Crossroads of American Music Award at GRAMMY Museum® Mississippi’s 2024 Gala, which will take place at the Museum in Cleveland, on October 3, at 6 p.m. The 2024 Gala is presented by Quality Steel Corporation with additional support provided by platinum […]