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It’s an honor to welcome Alcorn State University’s first female president to Vicksburg as we work to build on our long-standing relationship with the university for the betterment of our city. We’re grateful for Dr. Nave’s leadership and Alcorn’s exemplary partnership. First Female President of Alcorn State University to Headline Vicksburg Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Vicksburg, Mississippi – (August 6, 2019) - The Vicksburg Warren County Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly luncheon on Wednesday, August 21 at the Vicksburg Convention Center. The keynote speaker for the luncheon will be Dr. Felecia [...]

I was honored to attend the MEDC luncheon and represent our City as we received this award. This is a testament to the results oriented economic development program our community is running under the leadership of the Economic Development Partnership. As I have said before, we are just getting started and we do not plan to slow down anytime soon. The Mississippi Economic Development Council (MEDC) announced that the Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Partnership won the 2018 Community Economic Development Award (CEDA) on February 7, 2019 for its work to attract Unified Brands to Vicksburg, [...]

Our company is excited to grow in Mississippi and Vicksburg. We find in Vicksburg a set of unique location advantages that are of great importance as we continue to grow our market share and expand our business. Vicksburg, Miss. (Feb. 7, 2019) – Liquid fertilizer manufacturer Vicksburg Plant Food is expanding with plans to create 20 new jobs and invest $20 million at its Vicksburg, MS plant. “Vicksburg has experienced significant economic growth in recent years, and Vicksburg Plant Food’s expansion continues that momentum. I commend the company for choosing to grow in the [...]

The Commission is excited to see Pablo earning this important certification especially in light of the many challenges Inland Ports Face in this day and time. We extend our congratulations to him for his commitment to continuous improvement and education as we are confident that the knowledge he acquired will benefit the Port of Vicksburg and our community. PABLO DIAZ BECOMES THE FIRST PORT DIRECTOR IN VICKSBURG’S HISTORY TO UPHELD THE CERTIFICATION The Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Partnership announced today that Pablo Diaz has received professional certification as an Inland Marine Port Executive [...]

The Mississippi Coding Academies will help develop a well-trained workforce which not only meet but exceed, the expectations of today’s high-tech companies. HINDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE LEADS THE WAY TO START CODING ACADEMY IN VICKSBURG, MS Vicksburg, Mississippi- August 28, 2018. – The Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Partnership and Hinds Community College (HCC) announced today that Vicksburg will soon have its own Coding Academy as part of the Mississippi Coding Academies.  The Coding Academies were started as a joint public/private initiative formed under the sponsorship of Innovate Mississippi and the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) [...]

IT IS THE LARGEST JOB CREATION ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ANNOUNCEMENT IN WARREN COUNTY IN 15 YEARS Vicksburg, Miss. (Aug. 24, 2018) – Commercial kitchen equipment manufacturer Unified Brands is investing $9.5 million and creating 425 jobs in Warren County, Miss. The announcement was made by Governor Phil Bryant at the former Simpson Duravent Building located on 88 Armory Road, at the CERES Industrial Park. The project represents the largest manufacturing job creation project announced in Warren County in more than 15 years. “Mississippians are hard workers who take pride in a job well done, as evidenced by Unified [...]