COPIAH COUNTY
Copiah County has emerged as the mid-south’s new industrial star – a sleeping giant just awakening. Long known for our agricultural products like vegetables, timber and poultry, Copiah is now advancing in manufacturing, distribution, cutting-edge sustainable energy development, and much more.
Many industries have discovered the Copiah Advantage – our strategic location, a variety of transportation and access modes, economic incentives, a business-friendly government – all have encouraged industries to locate, grow and thrive here.
But, there’s something more, something very special about Copiah County… It’s our Spirit.
The Copiah Spirit is our belief, our philosophy, perspective, our way of life. It’s reflected in our attitudes and actions that say “We’re in this together, and together is how we succeed”. You’ll see that spirit in our citizens, our towns and our governments – friendly, cooperative, and always looking for a way to make things work that benefits everyone.
Attitude is everything, and we’d love to share ours with you. Give us a call, come visit, and see what we have to offer you and your business. If you’re out to win, Copiah County will win with you.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Arthur L. Evans, Jr.
Executive Director
Brenda Harper
Assistant to the Executive Director
Chris Palmer
Member
Jim Bob Brock
Member
Jerry Hood
Member
James Mitchell
Member
Aaron Obershmidt
Member
Winning Demographics
Copiah county stands apart from other site selector locations because of the overwhelming focus on economic development. Copiah’s demographics further underscore this commitment to economic development by providing that workforce and community needed to not only establish a business, but to grow it and see it continue to grow and prosper. We understand that you just can’t run large scale industrial and manufacturing companies without people and we not only have the people, but the infrastructure and government support to help you make it happen.
Partners and Sponsors
THE COPIAH COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS:
District #1 Daryl McMillian
District #2 Johnny Smith
District #3 Perry Hood
District #4 Kenneth Powell
District #5 Judson Jackson
City of Crystal Springs
Mayor: Sally Garland
City of Hazlehurst
Mayor: Kenneth Ramsey
City of Wesson
Mayor: Alton Shaw
Village of Beauregard
Mayor: Linda Harris
Renasant Bank
Copiah Bank, N.A.
President – Carl Steve Bozeman
Trustmark Bank
President – Aaron Oberschmidt
Westlake Chemical
Metaline Products, Inc.
President – Gene Klinck
The Blain Companies, Inc.
Copiah Forest Products, Inc.
Craig Pyron – President
John Pyron – Secretary
D.G. Foods, Inc.
West Quality Foods Service, Inc.
KCCB
Copiah Monitor
Publisher – John Carney
Copiah County Links
Find out about us! Great schools with graduates eager to work. A phenomenal industrial park that is ready for your company. Plus tons of information about our cities and history. Click on the links below to learn more.
Existing Industries
RENEWABLE ENERGY PLANT PLANS:
The Copiah County Economic Development District has been working with a major renewable energy company to build a wood pellet plant here in Copiah County. After many months of research, preparation, negotiations and regulatory work, the agreements are on track and the outlook is very good for the concept to be fulfilled.The facility will process and ship an estimated 320,000 tons of wood pellets per year to European utilities via ports on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
STEEL OUTDOORS
Quality Outdoor Products
PREMIER TRANSPORT
Regional Distribution Center
WAYNE SANDERSON
Poultry Feed Plant – 28163 MS Highway 58, Hazlehurst, MS
Poultry Hatchery – 19148 US Highway 51, Hazlehurst, MS
ENTERGY
Mississippi’s primary electricity provider
DG FOODS
Poultry Processing & Foods
ABB Inc.
Industrial Controls
WESTLAKE CHEMICAL
Coloring Agents for Vinyls and Plastics Industries
Chemical and Vinyl Manufacturing
19171 US-Highway 51, Hazlehurst, MS
Advantages? We’ve got a lot…
There’s our great location, outstanding commercial facilities, thriving communities and a wholesome, healthy way of life.
But THE big advantage in Copiah is our Spirit. We learned decades ago that we all had the same goals; prosperous, safe communities, good schools for our children, and long-term economic development that would benefit us all.
Copiah County has moved into a new future, where we unite in our government, schools, sports, businesses, churches and streets. We work hard. We show respect for all. We play with enthusiasm and worship with genuine faith.
We’re proud of Copiah County, and we love to share what we’ve built. Come visit, see our community, and share a bright future with us. You’re welcome here, and we look forward to having you join us.
In addition to property, attractive incentives, tax advantages and financing programs, Copiah Countys’ workforce offers access to both skilled and trainable workers. Copiah-Lincoln Community College (CoLin), working in conjunction with the State of Mississippi, offers programs and services to recruit and prepare a workforce customized to an industry’s specific needs.
With the county only 30 minutes from the state capital of Jackson, Mississippi, residents enjoy the benefit of a rural community and the cultural diversity of a metropolitan area.
GREAT AMERICAN MUSIC WAS BORN HERE!
Crystal Springs showcases the Robert Johnson Blues Museum. Johnson’s legend continues to attract an ever-widening audience, with no sign of abating. If a person knows of only one country blues artist, odds are it is Robert Johnson.
Crystal Springs is also the home of the Tommy Johnson Foundation – working to reserve the legacy and music of legendary blues artist Tommy Johnson. The foundation’s work has been focused on restoring the Warm Springs Cemetery in Crystal Springs, MS, where Tommy Johnson has lain in an unmarked grave for more than half a century.
LOVE THE
OUTDOORS?
Don’t miss Chautauqua Park in Crystal Springs! Filled with history, natural beauty, and one of the most unique trails in the state, the park is an absolute must-visit. The 74-acre park includes wooded rolling hills, flowing springs, nature trails, spring-fed creeks, and a lake. Lake Chautauqua, a 35-acre lake, is man-made and provides the perfect spot for some water-related fun. One of the best parts about Chautauqua Park is the Tree Top Trail. The 1,500’ boardwalk zigzags through the tops of trees and crosses a trickling stream, eventually leading hikers to the Chautauqua Spring House, a structure that shelters the spring, which once supplied drinking water to the area. It’s the perfect place to get close up views of birds and other wildlife in their natural habitat.
Venture around the park and you’ll find an arch, which marks the beginning of the park’s second trail – Trail of Tranquility. Perfect for a laid-back stroll, the trail leads hikers through a wooded area to a small stream that runs along the northern edge of the park. Chautauqua park also features many historic markers that give a wonderful history of the area, and there is also an outdoor amphitheater for entertainment events.
Get to Chautauqua Park by taking exit 72 on Interstate 55, drive east to Highway 51, then turn right into the park’s entrance, which is about one mile ahead. And visit http://cityofcrystalsprings.com/departments/parks-recreation/chautauqua-park/ for more information!
Calling Panther Lake is just a few miles down the road – a 404 acre lake located in Copiah County, 5 mi. W of Crystal Springs off New Zion Rd. A fishing haven, it is stocked with Largemouth Bass, Crappie, Bluegill, Redear and Channel Catfish. You can camp there too, they have 23 camper pads with all the convenient hookups.
Economic Development
The Copiah County Economic Development District (CCEDD) exists by order and resolution of the Board of Supervisors of Copiah County, Mississippi. The objective of the CCEDD is to promote the civic, economic, and social welfare of the people of Copiah County.To accomplish this objective, emphasis is placed on providing good jobs for county residents. From start-up to the largest expansion, local and state authorities work together to provide opportunities to new and expanding industry.
The Copiah County Industrial Park at Gallman, Mississippi
- Land: 465 acres prepared, with 220-plus acres available for growth
- Infrastructure: Electricity, gas, water and sewer services are already in
place - Transportation: Adjacent to Interstate 55 and U.S. Highway 51 (only 30 miles from Interstate 20); Canadian National/Illinois Central (on site); six miles from county airport, 35 miles from Jackson International Airport
and 140 miles from New Orleans International Airport; 50 miles from Port of Natchez on Mississippi River and 140 miles from Gulfport, Mississippi’s deep water port on Gulf of Mexico.
Statewide Economic Development Partners
- The Mississippi Development Authority
- The Greater Jackson Alliance
- The Central Mississippi Planning and Development District
- Entergy
- The Electric Power Association of Mississippi
Copiah County Economic Development District
218 E. Marion Ave.
Crystal Springs, MS 39059
Office: 601.308.5140
Cell: 601.421.1249
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