Business News for the Mississippi Delta

Troubled Times for Catfish Producers 

Input costs on the rise while prices have decreased Despite advances in production technology that have allowed catfish farmers to produce more fish per acre of pond, the cost of all the inputs like feed and equipment are up and the prices are down.   “I would say this is a difficult time for all […]

C Spire Announces Enhancements to Several Delta Communities 

C Spire, a Mississippi-based advanced technology solutions company, recently announced enhancements to cell sites in Ruleville, Leland, Moorhead and Sunflower. These enhancements bring valued customers in the area faster speeds, smoother streaming, and broader cellular coverage. “Continued enhancements and the transition of cell sites to 5G technology are significantly improving the performance and reliability of […]

2nd Chance Mississippi to Host 2025 Fundraiser 

2nd Chance MS will host their 2025 “Party on the Green” fundraiser in Oxford on Thursday, September 11. 2nd Chance MS’ mission is to promote and support adult education and workforce training for lower income Mississippi adults.  The organization does this primarily by working with Mississippi’s 15 Community Colleges to develop and fund programs that provide […]

DRA Announces $2.5 Million in Available Funds

The Delta Regional Authority (DRA) is making approximately $2.5 million in funding available for the 2025 LDD Community Support Pilot Program, a noncompetitive grant opportunity providing capacity-building and community support resources to Local Development Districts (LDDs) within the lower Mississippi River Delta and Alabama Black Belt regions.  Designed to enhance regional competitiveness and economic sustainability, […]

Watters Joins Bolivar Medical Center Team  

Bolivar Medical Center and Cleveland Medical Clinic have announced the addition of Dr. Zachary Watters to the medical team. A native of Memphis, Tennessee, Watters brings a strong commitment to compassionate, community-focused care and a passion for serving rural populations. Watters recently completed his Internal Medicine Residency at the University of Mississippi Medical Center   […]