Starkville Business News
BUSINESS NEWS
Oktibbeha County Proposes $45 Million Development Project
Oktibbeha County, October 23, 2025 News Summary Oktibbeha County is evaluating a $45 million development project that will convert an old stormwater detention area into a mixed-use complex. Proposed by Desai...
MSU-Meridian Secures $1.2 Million Grant to Enhance Teacher Pipeline
Meridian MS, October 14, 2025 News Summary Mississippi State University-Meridian has been awarded a $1.2 million grant from the Mississippi Department of Education to improve the state’s teacher pipeline. This funding,...
Starkville Launches Free Downtown Wi-Fi Initiative
Starkville, September 27, 2025 News Summary Starkville, Mississippi, has become the first town in the state to introduce a free downtown Wi-Fi initiative, collaborating with MaxxSouth Broadband. The service spans Main...
DeVonte Thomas Promoted to Vice President at Community Bank in Starkville
Starkville, Mississippi, September 26, 2025 News Summary DeVonte Thomas has been promoted to vice president of the Starkville branch of Community Bank. With four years of banking experience and a degree...
Starkville Implements Free Public Wi-Fi in Downtown Area
Starkville MS, September 25, 2025 News Summary Starkville has initiated a new program to offer free public Wi-Fi in its downtown area, facilitating better connectivity for residents and visitors. The service...
New Indoor Pickleball Facility PKL ROW Set to Open in Starkville
Starkville MS, September 19, 2025 News Summary PKL ROW, a new indoor pickleball facility, is set to launch this spring in Starkville, MS, featuring 12 courts and a bar. Local entrepreneurs...
Baptist Memorial Health Acquires OCH Regional Medical Center
Starkville, September 19, 2025 News Summary Baptist Memorial Health has acquired OCH Regional Medical Center in Starkville, Mississippi, committing $55 million for the purchase and an additional $96.8 million for improvements....
Golden Triangle Development LINK Seeks New Leadership
Golden Triangle, Mississippi, August 27, 2025 News Summary The Golden Triangle Development LINK is searching for a new CEO after the unexpected departure of Joe Max Higgins Jr. This vital economic...
Baptist Memorial Health Care Acquires OCH Regional Medical Center
Starkville MS, August 22, 2025 News Summary Baptist Memorial Health Care has finalized a $55 million agreement to purchase OCH Regional Medical Center, with plans for a $96.8 million investment to...
Finance
DeVonte Thomas Promoted to Vice President at Community Bank in Starkville
Starkville, Mississippi, September 26, 2025 News Summary DeVonte Thomas has been promoted to vice president of the Starkville branch of Community Bank. With four years of banking experience and a degree...
Golden Triangle Development LINK Seeks New Leadership
Golden Triangle, Mississippi, August 27, 2025 News Summary The Golden Triangle Development LINK is searching for a new CEO after the unexpected departure of Joe Max Higgins Jr. This vital economic...
Home Values Surge in Mississippi Amid Affordability Crisis
News Summary In June 2025, home values in Mississippi rose significantly, creating serious affordability challenges for residents. With a typical home value in the U.S. at $367,369, Mississippi’s market is...
Mississippi Home Values Rise Amid National Affordability Issues
News Summary Home values in Mississippi are rising despite national affordability challenges. With the typical home value in the US at $366,289 and housing prices growing in cities like Jackson...
Economic Growth Driven by Golden Triangle Regional Airport
News Summary The Golden Triangle Regional Airport significantly contributes to the local economy, generating over $272 million mainly through job creation and tourism. Recent expansions, including terminal renovations and a...
Oktibbeha County Hospital Negotiates Sale to Baptist Health Care
News Summary The Oktibbeha County Board of Supervisors has initiated negotiations to sell the Oktibbeha County Hospital to Baptist Memorial Health Care. The announcement was made by Board President Marvel...
Golden Triangle Regional Airport Advances with Land Purchase
News Summary The Golden Triangle Regional Airport has finalized a $2 million land deal to acquire 109 acres south of its runway. This acquisition is expected to facilitate future expansions...
Lowndes County Board Approves Loan for Airport Expansion
News Summary Lowndes County’s Board of Supervisors has approved a loan to acquire 109 acres of land next to the Golden Triangle Regional Airport. This investment, supported by a FAA...
Notice to Creditors for the Estate of Mary Henderson Dorroh
News Summary The estate of Mary Henderson Dorroh in Oktibbeha County is in the process of being settled. Letters testamentary were granted, allowing the appointed executor, Dale Rowlen, to manage...
CONSTRUCTION
Oktibbeha County Proposes $45 Million Development Project
Oktibbeha County, October 23, 2025 News Summary Oktibbeha County is evaluating a $45 million development project that will convert an old stormwater detention area into a mixed-use complex. Proposed by Desai...
New Indoor Pickleball Facility PKL ROW Set to Open in Starkville
Starkville MS, September 19, 2025 News Summary PKL ROW, a new indoor pickleball facility, is set to launch this spring in Starkville, MS, featuring 12 courts and a bar. Local entrepreneurs...
Starkville Unveils Crossroads District Development
Starkville MS, August 21, 2025 News Summary Starkville, Mississippi, is set to transform with the Crossroads District, a 15-acre mixed-use development connecting Mississippi State University and the Cotton District. At the...
Mississippi State University Opens New Azalea Hall
News Summary Mississippi State University has announced the opening of Azalea Hall, a $96 million residence facility set to welcome students in the 2025-26 academic year. Located at the intersection...
Prime Dumpster Expands Roll-Off Services in Starkville
News Summary Prime Dumpster has expanded its roll-off dumpster rental services in Starkville to meet the growing waste management demands of the community, particularly amid construction during summer and fall....
Bennett Home Furniture Sees Rising Demand for Local Products
News Summary Bennett Home Furniture and More in Starkville is experiencing a surge in demand for American-made furniture as consumers increasingly prioritize quality and local products. The store, owned by...
Mississippi State University Launches Master of Science in Construction Management
News Summary Mississippi State University is set to launch the state’s first-ever Master of Science in Construction Management program. Approved by the Mississippi Board of Trustees, this unique offering aims...
Columbus Honors Main Street Revitalization Achievements
News Summary Columbus, Mississippi recently celebrated its Main Street communities for their significant advances in revitalization and economic development. The awards ceremony, hosted by the Mississippi Main Street Association, recognized...
Mississippi State University Plans $60 Million Indoor Football Facility
News Summary Mississippi State University has announced a $60 million indoor football practice facility designed to enhance training for its football team. Scheduled to break ground in 2027, the facility...
Marketing
Starkville Main Street Association Excels at Statewide Awards
Starkville Main Street Association Triumphs at Statewide Awards The Starkville Main Street Association has significantly distinguished itself during the 2024 Mississippi Main Street Annual Awards Ceremony, clinching four esteemed accolades...
Real Estate
Oktibbeha County Proposes $45 Million Development Project
Oktibbeha County, October 23, 2025 News Summary Oktibbeha County is evaluating a $45 million development project that will convert an old stormwater detention area into a mixed-use complex. Proposed by Desai...
Home Values Surge in Mississippi Amid Affordability Crisis
News Summary In June 2025, home values in Mississippi rose significantly, creating serious affordability challenges for residents. With a typical home value in the U.S. at $367,369, Mississippi’s market is...
Mississippi Home Values Rise Amid National Affordability Issues
News Summary Home values in Mississippi are rising despite national affordability challenges. With the typical home value in the US at $366,289 and housing prices growing in cities like Jackson...
TSB Realty Brokers Sale of HELiX Starkville Student Housing
News Summary TSB Realty has facilitated the sale of HELiX Starkville, an 802-bed student housing community near Mississippi State University. Sold by Columbus Pacific to a joint venture, the property...
Top Golf Courses Revealed in Mississippi and Ohio
News Summary Golf Digest has released the rankings of the top golf courses in Mississippi and Ohio for the latest period. Despite Mississippi having fewer top-tier courses, it features prestigious...
Golden Triangle Regional Airport Advances with Land Purchase
News Summary The Golden Triangle Regional Airport has finalized a $2 million land deal to acquire 109 acres south of its runway. This acquisition is expected to facilitate future expansions...
New Neighborhood Development in Oktibbeha County
News Summary Oktibbeha County is set to welcome a new neighborhood development featuring 150 homes on a 98-acre site near Highway 182. This project aims to address growing housing demands...
Ballew Hall Reopens at Mississippi State University
News Summary Ballew Hall, a historic building at Mississippi State University, has reopened after extensive renovations. The updates include modern classrooms and administrative offices for the College of Agriculture and...
Starkville’s Economic Growth: Visitor Spending Approaches $200 Million
News Summary Starkville has witnessed remarkable economic growth in the past year, as visitor spending nears $200 million, greatly benefiting local businesses and infrastructure. A report by the Greater Starkville...