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Margaritaville opens in Biloxi bringing jobs and tax revenue

Lynn Lofton — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 06:01:14 +0000

Since legalized gaming entered the scene in Mississippi in 1992, it’s been big business, meaning jobs and tax revenue even in recessionary times. The local and state economy got another boost with the recent opening of Margaritaville Casino & Restaurant in Biloxi. Located on the eastern tip of Biloxi Back Bay, the $62 million land-based [...]

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“The Help” Leads Box Office

Stephen McDill — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 05:32:28 +0000

Brandon Gray of Box Office Mojo: “On the bright side, The Help climbed to the top spot… while Rise of the Planet of the Apes took second. The Help eased 21 percent to an estimated $20.5 million, lifting its total to $71.8 million in 12 days. It marked the first time since early January that [...]

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Yates always on list of top U.S. contractors

Susan Marquez — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 06:01:41 +0000

For more than 45 years, W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Company, based in Philadelphia, has been a leader in the construction industry. The company has built its reputation with a commitment to on-time construction, within budget and to the clients’ satisfaction. And while the company has grown continually since it was founded [...]

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150 YEARS

Susan Marquez — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 06:01:36 +0000

State’s first insurance company celebrates a milestone event For some companies, a major milestone may be 10, 25 or even 50 years in business. But the milestone for Ross & Yerger Insurance Inc. is much more impressive. The company, which was the first insurance company in the state, is celebrating 150 years as a [...]

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Re-made and re-charged

Susan Marquez — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 06:01:32 +0000

Hancock has perfected approach for company founded in 1957 Sometimes, the best way for a company to remain successful is to redefine itself. Such is the case with Hancock Fabrics. Founded in 1957, Hancock Fabrics developed the concept of a total fabric retailer. More than just a specialty shop, the first stores opened by [...]

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