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Southaven Chamber of Commerce to Host Hospitality Hiring Fair for Local Job Seekers

Southaven Chamber of Commerce to Host Hospitality Hiring Fair for Local Job Seekers

Southaven Chamber of Commerce to Host Hospitality Hiring Fair for Local Job Seekers

Federal Railroad Administration Allocates $431.5 Million for Passenger Rail Crossing Safety Projects

Federal Railroad Administration Allocates $431.5 Million for Passenger Rail Crossing Safety Projects

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has selected 91 projects under the Railroad Crossing Elimination/Crossing Safety Program, with 23 of these projects, totaling $431.5 million, specifically designated to support passenger rail corridors. These funds are allocated for initiatives aimed at enhancing the safety of roads, sidewalks, and trails that intersect with railroad tracks. The investment is expected to bolster existing passenger rail services and facilitate crucial safety improvements and expansion efforts. One notable project is a $56.2 million grant awarded to the Rankin County Board of Supervisors and Waggoner Engineering. This grant will address the at-grade crossing at Highway 18 and the CPKC Meridian Speedway rail line, significantly improving safety near Mississippi's capital.

Department of Transportation Awards $22 Million in Grants to Mississippi for Infrastructure Improvements

Department of Transportation Awards $22 Million in Grants to Mississippi for Infrastructure Improvements

Senator Roger Wicker announced that the Department of Transportation has awarded a series of federal grants totaling $22 million to the state of Mississippi. These grants are designated for various infrastructure projects aimed at improving transportation safety and efficiency. Specifically, the George County Board of Supervisors will receive over $1 million to conduct a study on the potential grade separation or elimination of two railroad crossings. Additionally, the City of Biloxi has been granted $600,000 to fund the construction of continuous sidewalks and pedestrian safety improvements along the south side of Pass Road, extending from McDonnell Avenue to west of Tara Lane. These federal funds are expected to address critical infrastructure needs in the Magnolia State.

Senator Roger Wicker Announces $22 Million in Federal Grants for Mississippi Infrastructure and Safety Projects

Senator Roger Wicker Announces $22 Million in Federal Grants for Mississippi Infrastructure and Safety Projects

Senator Roger Wicker has announced that Mississippi will receive $22 million in federal grants from the Department of Transportation. These funds are allocated to several key projects across the state. George County Board of Supervisors will receive over $1 million to conduct a study on the potential grade separation or elimination of two railroad crossings, aiming to enhance safety and traffic flow. Additionally, the City of Biloxi has been awarded $600,000 to construct continuous sidewalks and implement pedestrian safety improvements along the south side of Pass Road. This work in Biloxi will span from McDonnell Avenue to an area west of Tara Lane, addressing critical pedestrian infrastructure needs. These grants are part of a broader federal initiative to improve transportation infrastructure and safety in communities nationwide, with Mississippi being a significant beneficiary in this round of funding.

Southeast Asian Nations Implement Curbs on Data Center Development Amid Resource Concerns

Southeast Asian Nations Implement Curbs on Data Center Development Amid Resource Concerns

Southeast Asian Nations Implement Curbs on Data Center Development Amid Resource Concerns

SpaceXAI Faces $6.1 Million in Penalties for Southaven Construction Without Water Permits

SpaceXAI Faces $6.1 Million in Penalties for Southaven Construction Without Water Permits

SpaceXAI is facing potential civil penalties of up to $6.1 million from the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) for allegedly violating state water pollution laws. The company, through its subsidiary MZX Tech LLC, reportedly began construction on its Southaven data center facilities without obtaining the necessary state stormwater permits. MDEQ records indicate that during a July meeting, it became apparent that construction had already commenced on approximately 30 acres of land. Following a site visit on July 16, MDEQ staff confirmed the infractions and issued two notices of violation to MZX Tech on August 10. State law mandates permits to prevent construction runoff from polluting public waters, natural habitats, and drinking water systems. The penalties could amount to $25,000 per day for each day construction continued without the required permits. SpaceXAI has acknowledged the potential fines in its SEC filings and stated it is cooperating with MDEQ to resolve the matters through a...

SpaceXAI started Southaven data center construction without water permits, Mississippi alleges

SpaceXAI started Southaven data center construction without water permits, Mississippi alleges

Mississippi's environmental regulators have released details on a set of penalties against SpaceXAI for violating state water pollution laws

SpaceX's Data Center Expansion in Memphis Region Projected to Generate $60 Million in Tax Revenue and 7,500+ Jobs

SpaceX's Data Center Expansion in Memphis Region Projected to Generate $60 Million in Tax Revenue and 7,500+ Jobs

SpaceX's Data Center Expansion in Memphis Region Projected to Generate $60 Million in Tax Revenue and 7,500+ Jobs

AI data centers took a beating in the midterm elections. A reckoning may be ahead for tech giants

AI data centers took a beating in the midterm elections. A reckoning may be ahead for tech giants

Opposition to artificial intelligence data centers was part of midterm races across the U.S., with campaigns featuring them in hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of TV ads and many winners pledging to clamp down on the energy-hungry behemoths

Data centers took a beating in the midterm elections. A reckoning may be ahead for tech giants

Data centers took a beating in the midterm elections. A reckoning may be ahead for tech giants

Opposition to data centers was part of midterm races across the U.S., with campaigns featuring them in hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of TV ads and many winners pledging to clamp down on the energy-hungry behemoths

Federal Railroad Administration Allocates $431.5 Million for Passenger Rail Corridor Safety Projects

Federal Railroad Administration Allocates $431.5 Million for Passenger Rail Corridor Safety Projects

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has selected 91 projects under the Railroad Crossing Elimination/Crossing Safety Program, with 23 of these projects, totaling $431.5 million, specifically designated to support passenger rail corridors. These federal grant funds will be utilized for initiatives aimed at enhancing the safety of roads, sidewalks, and trails that intersect with railroad tracks. The investment is intended to bolster existing passenger rail services and facilitate critical safety upgrades and expansion efforts. One notable project is a $56.2 million grant awarded to the Rankin County Board of Supervisors and Waggoner Engineering in Mississippi. This grant will address an at-grade crossing at Highway 18 and the CPKC Meridian Speedway rail line, significantly improving safety near Mississippi's capital. This particular project is also a foundational step for the Interstate 20 Corridor, which plans to expand passenger rail service from Meridian, Mississippi, to Fort Worth, Texas, along the...

Extra Table FEEDS Launches 'Give ’Em A Bird' Holiday Campaign in Gulfport

Extra Table FEEDS Launches 'Give ’Em A Bird' Holiday Campaign in Gulfport

Extra Table FEEDS is set to launch its annual 'Give ’Em A Bird' holiday campaign with a public kickoff event on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at The Markham Hotel in Gulfport. The event, presented by Renasant Bank, will feature former Governor Haley Barbour as the keynote speaker and Chief Justice Mike Randolph offering special remarks. The campaign aims to provide 9,000 Mississippi-grown whole chickens to families for Thanksgiving. Extra Table FEEDS, a statewide nonprofit food bank founded in 2009 by chef Robert St. John, raises funds to purchase and deliver nutritious, shelf-stable food to 70 food pantries and soup kitchens across Mississippi, operating without government funding.