SUMMARY: Ground has been broken for Liebherr’s new distribution and manufacturing plant in northeast Mississippi, marking the beginning of a $176 million investment that is expected to create at least 180 jobs by 2026. The Switzerland-based equipment manufacturer, which announced plans in July, has chosen the Hive Business Park in Tupelo for the facility, covering 118 acres with over one million square feet of building space. The first phase will include a logistics center for after-sales services, with potential future investments raising total spending to $238.4 million and creating up to 342 jobs. Hiring is anticipated to start in late 2026.

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SUMMARY: A third-party investigation by SeaD Consulting revealed widespread mislabeling of seafood in coastal Mississippi restaurants, notably after Mary Mahoney’s Old French House faced scrutiny. The study found that 39% of “local” Gulf White Shrimp and 92% of Royal Red Shrimp served were actually cheaper, imported alternatives. About 82% of restaurants were misrepresenting their seafood, contributing to consumer mistrust and financial losses, with fraudulent dishes priced up to $24.95. The domestic shrimp industry’s market share has significantly declined, and transparency is urged to protect local fishermen and consumers. Only a few restaurants were found to offer genuine Gulf shrimp.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi lawmaker Andy Stepp has died at 66, with the cause of death unreported. The Republican freshman in the House of Representatives was elected in 2023 after previously losing a special election by just seven votes. Stepp, a longtime resident of Bruce, served on the chamber of commerce board and as safety officer for the local volunteer fire department, also owning Stepp-Saver Pharmacy for over 35 years. Governor Tate Reeves and fellow legislators expressed their condolences, highlighting Stepp’s commitment to his community. The governor is set to schedule a special election to fill the vacancy within 30 days.

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