Washington County Economic Alliance

13/06/2026

I am deeply grateful to the thought leadership of George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, George H. W. Bush, and the Lyndon B. Johnson administrations for investing their knowledge, trust, and leadership into the work of Delta Compass.

Their commitment affirms a simple but powerful truth: the future of America is inseparable from the future of the Mississippi Delta.

The Delta has long been a proving ground for the American Dream—a place where innovation, agriculture, entrepreneurship, culture, and perseverance have shaped the character of a nation.
When communities in the Delta thrive, they demonstrate that opportunity can reach every corner of America, regardless of geography or circumstance.

Delta Compass is honored to help lead this work by building the capacity, partnerships, and civic infrastructure needed to create lasting economic mobility and shared prosperity across the region.
Together, we are proving that the Delta is not merely a place with a remarkable history, but a region with the talent, determination, and vision to help write America's next chapter.

12/06/2026

10/06/2026

Our very own Mary Catherine Brooks is in DC this week representing the Mississippi Delta and visiting with Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith to advocate for the state’s BEST region!

08/06/2026

Nine communities in Entergy Mississippi’s service area will receive the company’s annual economic development grant to help boost business growth in their communities. The grants mark the 10th year of awards from the company’s Excellerator Competitive Communities program. The program helps communities within Entergy’s service area expand and attract new businesses and jobs.

This year, the program is granting $82,500 to nine recipients. In Washington County, the Washington County Economic Alliance was awarded $10,000 to contract Haskal engineering to conduct an assessment of several hangers along with a conceptual design of several acres adjacent to the airport.

“At a time when large companies are continuing to look at Mississippi for possible expansion of their businesses, these grants can help our communities highlight the things that make them a business-friendly option,” said Ed Gardner, Entergy Mississippi vice president of business and economic development. “This year’s recipients represent forward-thinking organizations that are strategically investing in their communities for future economic impacts. Entergy Mississippi is proud to partner with these communities to prepare for growth opportunities with quality jobs and tax revenues.”

Over the past decade, the Excellerator program has awarded $752,500 to eligible Mississippi communities. The funds have assisted with strategic planning, site readiness and marketing materials.

The selected communities have the option to leverage the grant when applying for state or federal site development assistance programs. In addition to the grants, Entergy Mississippi’s economic development team works with communities year-round in the 45 counties we serve to help prepare them for growth.

Learn more about Entergy Mississippi’s economic development efforts at www.goentergy.com/our-region/mississippi/.

Entergy Mississippi
Mississippi Development Authority
Delta Regional Authority
City of Greenville, Mississippi - Government

08/06/2026

Nelson Street is Showing Up AND Showing Out! Three new exhibits highlighting:

* The Roots of Protectionism (Nelson Bottle Trees)
* Rural Black Populations
* Provision Land

are uploading as we speak. We love sharing Nelson Street with the world and highlighting one of the most storied Black Districts in the Mississippi Delta and the United States.

Big thanks to Mississippi Arts Commission, NEW Growth Innovation Network, America250, and Rural Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) for supporting this community driven work in Greenville!

Mississippi Development Authority
The Delta News
Greenville-Washington County Mississippi Convention & Visitors Bureau
Mississippi Department of Archives & History
Visit Mississippi

06/06/2026

What an amazing week with our fellow economic developers at the Mississippi Economic Development Council (MEDC) Annual Meeting. Mississippi ranks #2 nationally in growth of available job openings and the Delta is part of this incredible story!

This is what happens when we STOP complaining and START doing. Let’s keep it up Mississippi Delta!!!

Mississippi Development Authority
Delta Regional Authority
Mississippi Business Journal
Planters Bank and Trust Company

04/06/2026

Hey Parents! Are y'all looking for a fun and educational summer escape from the heat? Check out Amber's Dance Company's summer camps!

Summer is HERE!

Have you secured a spot for your princess?
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04/06/2026

We love the sound of construction in

03/06/2026

Leadership Washington County Class of 2026 had another educational and exciting day exploring transportation and the Delta Compass Campus! Today we visited:

Greenville Mid Delta Airport
The Port of Greenville
Mississippi Levee Board
The Sh**un
Great River Road Market & Delta Menagerie
Bottle Tree Park

We spent the morning learning how our airport, port, and levee board all contribute to vital industrial, commercial, and local transportation. Thank you to our host sites today for taking time out of your busy schedules to visit with us!

02/06/2026

Planning a Ribbon Cutting? We’ve got you covered!

We’ve been celebrating a LOT of new businesses, expansions, renovations, and milestones lately, and we love every minute of it!

If you’re a new Chamber member, or if your business has something exciting to celebrate, be sure to check out our Ribbon Cutting Guide before scheduling your event.

Inside you’ll find:
✅ When your business is eligible
✅ Tips for choosing a date and time
✅ How to maximize attendance
✅ Marketing and photo suggestions
✅ What the Chamber provides
✅ How to make your ribbon cutting a success

A little planning goes a long way in creating a memorable event for your business and the community.

📍 View the Ribbon Cutting Guide here:
https://wceams.com/ribbon-cutting-guide

Ready to celebrate? Let’s cut some ribbons! ✂️🎉