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Entergy’s investment in this new power plant sets a record for capital investment in the City of Vicksburg.

A Historic Power Move: $1.2B Investment by Entergy Breaks All Records in Warren County

Vicksburg, Mississippi – (October 21, 2025) – The Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Partnership announced today that Entergy Mississippi will construct a new $1.2 billion Advanced Power Station (Power Plant) on the grounds of the former Baxter Wilson Steam Electric Station. The new power plant will be a 754-megawatt combined-cycle combustion turbine facility which will be built over the next several years generating significant economic impact to the region including 581 jobs (560 construction and 21 operations related jobs).

The new plant is part of ‘Superpower Mississippi”, the largest grid update in the Entergy’s history, which makes distribution improvements, adds new generation and prioritizes keeping customers’ rates affordable while building an all-of-the-above generation mix that makes the electric grid more reliable and efficient.

“Vicksburg is one of the four original cities we began serving in 1923 and we’re proud to continue our legacy here with the Vicksburg Advanced Power Station. We’re building new natural gas plants in our service area for […]

Vicksburg Shipyard will be a shot in the arm for the shipbuilding industry in the State of Mississippi and in Vicksburg.

New Shipyard to Locate at the Port of Vicksburg

The Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Partnership announced today that a new company named Vicksburg Shipyard is establishing vessel repair and maintenance operations at the existing Port of Vicksburg. The project represents a $35.6 million corporate investment over the next five years and is expected to employ 44 people in Warren County.

Vicksburg Shipyard, a subsidiary of Louisana-based Terral RiverService, is acquiring assets and land at the Port of Vicksburg. The new entity will service Terral Riverservice’s fleet of boats and barges and service other maritime companies’ assets that would have previously gone out of state for repairs and maintenance. This strategic move ensures that critical maritime maintenance stays within Mississippi, further bolstering the state’s economy and Vicksburg’s role in the Mississippi River commerce.

The City of Vicksburg, the Warren County Board of Supervisors, and the Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Partnership assisted the project’s location in the community. The Mississippi Development Authority is providing assistance through the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive, or MFLEX, program.

Gov. Tate Reeves, expressed his excitement about the […]

$400 million dollars is a lot of money – and this investment is another massive win for Mississippi. It really is an exciting time to be a Mississippian.

Ergon Refinery to invest $400 million and add 20 new jobs in Vicksburg

The Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Partnership announced today that Ergon Refinery, Warren County largest private employer, is expanding its operations at the existing Port of Vicksburg. The project will create 20 high paying jobs and will require an investment of $400 million dollars.

A global leader in specialty naphthenic products, Ergon was established in Vicksburg in 1977 and has since become one of the world’s leading manufacturers of oils, process oils, fuels, asphalts, and other petroleum-derived products that support the needs of global customers in more than 100 countries. The project will expand its refinery capabilities to include gasoline production and connect the plant to its Vicksburg fuels terminal. This project, which includes the addition of a dual cogeneration power complex, will optimize Ergon’s Vicksburg operations and ensure a reliable local gasoline supply while enhancing the efficiency and longevity of its facilities. The company plans to complete the project by 2027.The Ergon Refinery is part of […]

This grant program allows Entergy to contribute to our communities and enhance their competitive advantage.

Vicksburg Warren Partnership to Receive Grant from Entergy Mississippi to Upgrade its Economic Development Website & Marketing Efforts

Vicksburg, MS May 29, 2023.  The Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Partnership announced today that the organization is amongst eight economic development entities receiving grants from Entergy Mississippi as part of the Excellerator Competitive Communities Program, which supports communities in boosting their marketing, strategic planning, and site readiness goals in support of their economic development goals. Entergy has given over 500,000 in grants to communities across the state since the inception of the Excellerator program.

The program, now in its seventh year, helps county economic development organizations within Entergy’s service area draw in companies looking to expand or locate new facilities in their communities. This year, the power company is awarding $60,000 in grants.

“This grant program allows Entergy to contribute to our communities and enhance their competitive advantage,” said Ed Gardner, Entergy Mississippi Director of Business and Economic Development. “Our economic development team works with communities year-round to help prepare them for growth, and this program provides actual resources to help them attract new or […]

We cannot understate the importance of this project to the future of Vicksburg.

WARREN COUNTY PORT COMMISSION ANNOUNCES CONTROL OF LAND PARCELS NEEDED FOR PORT EXPANSION PROJECT

Vicksburg, Miss. (February 9, 2023) – The Warren County Port Commission announced today that Warren County now has control of all the parcels needed for the Port Expansion Project south of Interstate I-20. Warren County and the City of Vicksburg worked along with the Port Commission to acquire the property over the past year, eventually securing control of over 1,700 acres along the River. The inception of the project dates back to Fall of 2018 when the State legislature allocated funds to the City of Vicksburg to do any necessary due diligence to explore the feasibility of expanding the port capabilities in the region.

The City then established a Port Expansion Committee to drive the project forward. Committee members included Dr. Jeffery Holland, Austin Golding, Pablo Diaz, Patrick Smith and Trey Hardaway. With the support of the committee, the City then commissioned a market analysis from a nationally renowned maritime consulting firm that concluded there was growing demand for port space in the Mississippi River and recommended the community move […]

We are proud to have accomplished the goals of the plan developed in 2018 and we look forward to working hard to implement the initiatives laid out in this new plan.

Vicksburg – Warren Partnership Unveils Strategic Plan

Vicksburg, Miss. (January 31, 2023) – The Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Partnership (composed by the Chamber of Commerce, the Economic Development Foundation, and the Warren County Port Commission) announced its 2023 – 2028 strategic plan at the Vicksburg-Warren County Chamber of Commerce annual luncheon.

The plan, developed by Vision First Advisors of Tallahassee, Florida, was prepared over the past four months and after a culmination of meetings and in-depth discussions with local government officials, business leaders, and community participants. The plan lays out a clear path forward for economic development efforts in Vicksburg and Warren County over the next five years though a number of initiatives for the partnership to strive for, in order to take their economic development programs to new heights.

Lori Burke, 2023 Chairwoman of the Vicksburg Warren Chamber of Commerce stated, “The advancements we’ve achieved in economic development over the past five years have been remarkable, and we are eager to build on this momentum in […]

We are excited to have reached a deal with a project that we believe will enhance the park and provide great benefits for our community.

New Travel Center to locate at CERES Industrial Park

Vicksburg, Miss. (December 29, 2022) – The Vicksburg Warren Partnership confirmed today that the Warren County Port Commission and the Warren County Board of Supervisors recently approved the sale of 22.94 acre parcel at the Ceres Industrial Park to Flowers Travel Center, LLC to construct a new travel center which is expected to include 8 fuel dispensers for cars, 3 diesel fuel lanes with satellites for trucks, an oil change and truck lube center, and a car and truck wash. The center is expected to also include a convenience store and two new restaurants. The project will create a minimum of 30 full time jobs with an estimated annual payroll of $936,000 per year. The total minimum anticipated investment is of $8,000,000.

Pablo Diaz, President & CEO of the Economic Development Partnership stated, “We are excited to see this addition to our industrial park as it will provide more food options for the employees working at the park and will help in generating […]

Small businesses are the foundation of our City and they provide thousands of jobs for our residents. The City is one hundred percent behind small businesses and this program helps our own residents in starting their businesses and fulfilling their dreams.

Vicksburg Warren Chamber of Commerce Opens Enrollment for “Vicksburg Entrepreneur Bootcamp” Program Fall 2021

The Vicksburg Entrepreneur Bootcamp is a six week program to train entrepreneurs and small business owners on the skills needed to start and grow a successful business

The Vicksburg Warren Chamber of Commerce announced today the opening of enrollment for the Fall 2021 Vicksburg Entrepreneur Bootcamp Program. The program is a six-week program geared towards individuals interested in starting or growing a small business. The program will cover everything from legal, finance, accounting, marketing, and all other essential components associated with starting and running a successful small business.The program’s Fall 2021 sessions are sponsored by the BancorpSouth Foundation through a grant it made to the Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Foundation. At the end of the program, entrepreneurs will be encouraged to finalize their business plans and submit it to a committee for review and ranking. The entrepreneur that develops the […]

We not only want more small businesses, we want small businesses that can thrive and operate for a long period of time in our community.

Vicksburg Warren Chamber of Commerce Opens Enrollment for “Vicksburg Entrepreneur Bootcamp” Program Spring 2021

The Vicksburg Entrepreneur Bootcamp is a six week program to train entrepreneurs and small business owners on the skills needed to start and grow a successful business

The Vicksburg Warren Chamber of Commerce announced today the opening of enrollment for the Spring 2021 Vicksburg Entrepreneur Bootcamp Program. The program is a six-week program geared towards individuals interested in starting or growing a small business. The program will cover everything from legal, finance, accounting, marketing, and all other essential components associated with starting and running a successful small business.The program Spring 2021 sessions are sponsored by the BancorpSouth Foundation through a grant it made to the Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Foundation. At the end of the program, entrepreneurs will be encouraged to finalize their business plans and submit it to a committee for review and ranking. The entrepreneur that develops the best and most feasible business plan will be declared the winner of a “Seed Grant” in the amount […]