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Marian’s Place offers Mississippi Riverbank fishing in South St. Louis County through MDC program
OAKVILLE, Mo.—A sign with blue and green design cues, wavy graphics representing flowing water, and an assortment of colorful wildflower art welcomes guests to Marian’s Place. It offers a good idea of what they’ll find on the 50-acres natural...
Owner: American Government
Disaster Unemployment Assistance Available for 11 Counties in Mississippi
For Immediate Release Date: May 29, 2025 Jackson, MS – On May 21, 2025, the State of Mississippi received a major disaster declaration (DR-4874-MS). The Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES) announced today that Disaster...
Owner: American Government
Mississippi's Biggest Movie Studio and Only Sound Stages Makes Home In Natchez
Crooked Letter Picture Studio: Tate Taylor and John Norris Launch New Creative Space for Budding Film Industry in the Hospitality State NATCHEZ, MS, UNITED STATES, March 20, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Movie magic isn’t just for California...
Kansas City to Host Travel South International Showcase 2025
Registration Now Open for Premier International Tourism Marketplace in the South ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Travel South USA, the official regional destination marketing organization for the Southern United...
From Cypress Trees to Streetcars: How Louisiana’s Dual Tours Capture Its Dual Spirit
MARRERO, LA, UNITED STATES, October 8, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Few places balance contrast and connection like Louisiana. The same land that grows ancient cypress trees also hums with brass bands and streetcar bells. In one direction lie...
Commonwealth Lodging Assumes Management of Two Ramada Hotels in Virginia Beach
Commonwealth Lodging Management, LLC is pleased to announce it now manages the Ramada Plaza and Ramada hotels at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, UNITED STATES, April 14, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Commonwealth Lodging...
Nine Mississippi high school seniors named semifinalists for 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars program
NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release: April 22, 2025 Nine Mississippi high school seniors named semifinalists for 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars program JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) announced today that nine...
Owner: American Government
The 4th Annual Mississippi Cannabis Festival takes place April 26, 2025 - April 27, 2025.
4th Annual Cannabis Festival Event happens Saturday, April 26, 2025, in Biloxi, MS on the Biloxi Town Green. BILOXI , MS, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The 4th Annual Mississippi Cannabis Festival will take place April 26,...
KidMed Pediatric Urgent Care Becomes First Certified Autism Center™ Pediatric Urgent Care in Mississippi
GULFPORT, MS, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) awards the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation to KidMed Pediatric Urgent Care, becoming...
Travel South USA Drives International Tourism Growth with Tourism Exchange USA
Travel South USA partners with Tourism Exchange USA to boost global access to Southern U.S. destinations, enhancing bookings and economic growth for the region. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, December 2, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Travel South USA,...
Final Full Closure of I-55 Mississippi River Bridge
Wednesday, March 19, 2025 | 10:35am MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) contract crews will close the I-55 Mississippi River Bridge this weekend to continue construction activities on the I-55 and Crump interchange. All...
Berwick Voyages Becomes Certified Viking Cruise Expert, Specializing in Luxury River & Ocean Travel
All advisors complete Viking’s elite training program, offering expert guidance for European river cruises, small-ship voyages, and global expeditions. CINNAMINSON, NJ, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Berwick Voyages (part of...
Mississippi’s $110 Million Investment Lays Foundation for Future Economic Development Success
Nov 14, 2024 - Jackson, MS CONTACT: press@govreeves.ms.gov Governor Tate Reeves today announced the state of Mississippi is investing over $110 million toward economic development, infrastructure upgrades, workforce development, tourism, and...
Owner: The Mississippi Economic Development Council, Inc.
Veterans Day National Committee Selects Regional Sites for 2025
The Veterans Day National Committee (VDNC) hosts the annual National Veterans Day Ceremony on November 11 at Arlington National Cemetery. The ceremony commences at 11:00 a.m. ET with a Presidential Wreath Laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier...
Owner: American Government
Natchez Workforce Development, Mississippi Coding Academies, Alcorn and Co-Lin Partner to Launch Miss-Lou Coding Academy
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to be held on February 18th at Co-Lin Natchez Campus, Cohort II Now Taking Applications NATCHEZ, MS, UNITED STATES, February 6, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Mississippi Coding Academies, in partnership with the Historic...
A&R Group Acquires Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge, Expanding its Southeastern U.S. Portfolio
Strategic Acquisition Strengthens A&R Group’s Presence in Louisiana and Expands Its Growing Portfolio to 27 Hotels Across the Southeast BATON ROUGE, LA, UNITED STATES, October 3, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A&R Group, a leading hotel development...
2025 marks 100th anniversary of Tom Lee’s dramatic rescue of 32 from the Mississippi River at Memphis
Nonprofit Memphis River Parks Partnership plans year-long celebration to honor 1925 heroic rescue of 32 white engineers and their families by Black river worker MEMPHIS, TN, UNITED STATES, January 14, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- 2025 is the year...
The Fun is Brewing with Release of October Scratch-Off Games
Mega Millions’ Estimated Jackpot Nearing Half a Billion JACKSON, MISS. – The Mississippi Lottery is brewing up thrills with the launch of three new scratch-off games available Tuesday, October 7. These new games bring chances to win cash prizes up...
Brownsville, Tennessee Unveils Statue Honoring Tina Turner in City Park Near the Star’s Former High School
Monumental, first of its kind tribute to the Queen of Rock ‘N’ Roll draws global fans and boosts local pride. BROWNSVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, September 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Already celebrated with a museum inside the Flagg Grove...
Commonwealth Lodging Affiliate Acquires Courtyard by Marriott in Oxford, Mississippi
OXFORD, MS, UNITED STATES, November 12, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Commonwealth Lodging Management, LLC – a well-respected and established hospitality management firm based in Virginia Beach, VA – acquired the 121 room Courtyard by Marriott in...