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MDEQ Holds Hearing on Southaven Data Center Power Plant Concerns

MDEQ Holds Hearing on Southaven Data Center Power Plant Concerns

The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) permit board conducted a hearing to address concerns regarding a proposed power plant for a data center in Southaven. The discussion focused on the prevention of significant deterioration air emissions construction permit. During the hearing, board members and attendees raised questions about the potential impact of the power plant on local water and light bills, as well as concerns about noise pollution. Mississippi Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gipson, a member of the board, emphasized the importance of thoroughly evaluating these potential effects on homeowners in North Mississippi, particularly highlighting concerns about increased utility costs, noise levels, and the significant water usage associated with such facilities.
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CharterUP Expands Operations with New Offices in Memphis and Southaven

CharterUP Expands Operations with New Offices in Memphis and Southaven

CharterUP Expands Operations with New Offices in Memphis and Southaven
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Mississippi Officials Announce Over $63 Million in Federal Funding for Jackson Public Safety

Mississippi Officials Announce Over $63 Million in Federal Funding for Jackson Public Safety

Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch, U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche, and officials from the City of Jackson have announced a significant allocation of over $63 million in federal funding aimed at enhancing public safety within the city. This announcement, made on November 9, 2026, signifies a concerted effort by federal, state, and local authorities to address crime and improve security in Jackson. The funding is intended to bolster various public safety initiatives, which could include increased law enforcement presence, community programs, technological upgrades for police departments, and other crime prevention strategies. The collaboration between these different levels of government underscores the urgency and importance placed on improving the safety and well-being of Jackson's residents. This financial injection is expected to provide critical resources to tackle persistent public safety challenges.
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Buc-ee's Offers Lowest Gas Price in Gulfport, Mississippi, at $3.08 Per Gallon

Buc-ee's Offers Lowest Gas Price in Gulfport, Mississippi, at $3.08 Per Gallon

Buc-ee's Offers Lowest Gas Price in Gulfport, Mississippi, at $3.08 Per Gallon
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More than a dozen key races remain too early to call one week after Election Day

More than a dozen key races remain too early to call one week after Election Day

The strength of Democrats’ majorities in the House and Senate remains undetermined one week after Election Day as more than a dozen races are still too early to call Tuesday
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Germantown Board Approves $3 Million Contract for LED Streetlight Conversion

Germantown Board Approves $3 Million Contract for LED Streetlight Conversion

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen in Germantown has approved a contract valued at nearly $3 million to convert all 5,346 of the suburb's street lamps to LED lighting. The work is anticipated to commence before January 1 and is projected to take approximately six months to complete. The contract was awarded to lighting contractor PATH and includes a $150,000 contingency cost within the total price. Germantown is following a trend seen in other Memphis-area suburbs, such as Collierville and Bartlett, which have also utilized PATH for similar streetlight upgrades. Other cities like Covington, Halls, and Ripley have also contracted PATH for their conversions, while Arlington and Millington worked directly with Memphis Light, Gas and Water for their upgrades. Across the state line, Southaven and Horn Lake in Mississippi have completed their LED conversions, and Olive Branch is gradually making the switch.
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Hospitality Hiring Fair Scheduled in Southaven to Connect Job Seekers with Local Employers

Hospitality Hiring Fair Scheduled in Southaven to Connect Job Seekers with Local Employers

Hospitality Hiring Fair Scheduled in Southaven to Connect Job Seekers with Local Employers
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SpaceXAI Faces Scrutiny Over Data Center Construction Without Water Permits in Mississippi

SpaceXAI Faces Scrutiny Over Data Center Construction Without Water Permits in Mississippi

SpaceXAI Faces Scrutiny Over Data Center Construction Without Water Permits in Mississippi
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Energy Transfer to Construct $1.6 Billion Natural Gas Pipeline in Southern U.S.

Energy Transfer to Construct $1.6 Billion Natural Gas Pipeline in Southern U.S.

Energy Transfer to Construct $1.6 Billion Natural Gas Pipeline in Southern U.S.