Starkville Business News
BUSINESS NEWS
New Animal Support Center Opens in Starkville
News Summary Starkville, Mississippi, welcomes the OCHS Animal Support Center, the first of its kind in the state, aimed at improving animal welfare. This center not only provides shelter and...
Rural King to Open New Store in Columbus, Mississippi
News Summary Columbus, Mississippi, is welcoming Rural King, which has filed building permits for a new store on the former K-Mart lot. Construction, managed by Weathers Construction, is underway with...
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...
Grand Opening of New Animal Support Center in Starkville
News Summary The Oktibbeha County Humane Society has opened a new Animal Support Center in Starkville, MS, investing $1.2 million aimed at enhancing animal welfare. This state-of-the-art facility features a...
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...
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...
Historic Flag Acquired by Ulysses S. Grant Presidential Library
News Summary The Ulysses S. Grant Presidential Library in Starkville, Mississippi, has received a historic United States flag, believed to have connections to Grant himself. Donated by Renasant Bank, the...
Starkville’s The Little Dooey Marks 40 Years of Barbecue Excellence
News Summary The Little Dooey in Starkville, Mississippi, is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2025, marking four decades as a beloved barbecue destination. Founded by Berry and Margaret Ann Wood...
Finance
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...
Major Hospital Systems Compete to Acquire OCH Regional Medical Center
News Summary Starkville, MS is witnessing a significant bid from North Mississippi Health Services and Baptist Memorial Health Care to acquire OCH Regional Medical Center. Following the Oktibbeha County Board...
Columbus to Invest $6 Million in Major Street Paving Project
Columbus Set to Allocate Funds for Major Street Paving In a significant development, the city of Columbus is preparing to channel an impressive $6 million towards road infrastructure, specifically for...
Starkville Secures $20M Grant for Highway 182 Revitalization Project
Starkville Gets a $20M Boost for Highway 182 Revitalization Starkville— The momentum for Highway 182’s revitalization project in Starkville continues to grow, as the city recently secured a $20 million...
CONSTRUCTION
Rural King to Open New Store in Columbus, Mississippi
News Summary Columbus, Mississippi, is welcoming Rural King, which has filed building permits for a new store on the former K-Mart lot. Construction, managed by Weathers Construction, is underway with...
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...
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...
Amazon Opens New Last Mile Facility in Starkville
News Summary Amazon has officially opened a new Last Mile facility in Starkville, Mississippi, employing around 150 associates and 200 drivers. With plans to hire an additional 500 workers, the...
Fabricators Supply Expands Operations in West Point
News Summary Fabricators Supply in West Point, Mississippi, is set to expand its operations with a significant investment of $2.675 million. This development will introduce 15 new jobs and enhance...
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...
Fabricators Supply Expands in West Point, Mississippi
News Summary Fabricators Supply is set to expand its operations in West Point, Mississippi, with a $2.675 million investment aimed at enhancing their services and creating 15 new jobs. This...
Fabricators Supply Announces Major Expansion in West Point
News Summary Fabricators Supply is expanding its operations in West Point, Mississippi, with a significant investment of $2.675 million. This initiative aims to enhance metal fabrication capabilities and create 15...
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
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...
Oktibbeha County Introduces New Gated Community
News Summary Oktibbeha County is poised for a transformation with a new gated community aimed at addressing housing shortages. Developed by Forest Street Partners, this vibrant project will cover 98...
New Mississippi Ice Daiquiri Shop Proposed in Starkville
News Summary Mark LeBlanc plans to open the Mississippi Ice Daiquiri Shop at 395 College View Drive Unit 32 in Starkville. This venture requires an On-Premise Retailer permit to serve...
Starkville Retail Development Faces Real Estate Hurdles
News Summary Starkville’s retail landscape is grappling with limited real estate options as merchants struggle to find suitable locations for new businesses. With delays in new properties along Highway 182...
NorthStar Industrial Park Expansion Set to Attract New Tenants to Prominent Location
NorthStar Industrial Park Expansion Set to Attract New Tenants to Prominent Location Oktibbeha County Bags $2.5 Million for NorthStar Expansion Oktibbeha County is buzzing with the news of a $2.5...
Columbus to Invest $6 Million in Major Street Paving Project
Columbus Set to Allocate Funds for Major Street Paving In a significant development, the city of Columbus is preparing to channel an impressive $6 million towards road infrastructure, specifically for...
