Economic Impact (2023)
- 372 New Business
- 71 Business Expansion
- 868 New Jobs
- 170 Façade Rehabs
- 704 Downtown Living Spaces
- 70 New Construction Projects Completed
- 139 Public Improvement Projects Completed
- $77,669,153 Public Dollars Invested
- $249,091,506 Private Dollars Invested
- 46,919 Volunteer Hours
Featured Event
June 20: 40th Annual Awards Luncheon in Jackson
Held at The South in Downtown Jackson. Celebration reception at 10:30 a.m. followed by the Luncheon and Awards Presentation at 11:30 a.m.
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Main Street News
Featured Community
Itawamba
The Itawamba County Development Council welcomes you to Itawamba County, Mississippi – a unique place nestled in the beautiful hills of northeastern Mississippi. A non-profit organization established in 1953, our sole purpose is to enhance the quality of life for county residents through industry, business, education, agriculture, recreation, tourism, and unity among our citizens.
We are a community dedicated to preserving our heritage and building for the future. Take time to discover Itawamba County, Mississippi, and the Itawamba County Development Council through our online presence. Follow us on Instagram,Twitter, and Snapchat,or like us on Facebook. The links are provided on the bottom of the screen for your convenience. If you need any assistance related to anything Itawamba, simply contact us.
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Our Mission
The Mississippi Main Street Association is the catalyst for the preservation and economic revitalization of Mississippi’s historic downtowns and traditional commercial districts.
The Mississippi Main Street Association provides visionary leadership to Mississippi’s most storied places. We foster economic and community development through strategies that promote community engagement, pride of place, and quality design to achieve long-term economic growth. MMSA empowers Mississippi’s local Main Street leaders to create vibrant places and thriving economies by implementing the Main Street Approach — organization, design, promotion, and economic vitality.