Tuesday, October 31, 2023

K-12 enrollment down; spending up

Even as enrollment in Mississippi’s public schools has declined by more than 10% in the last decade, K-12 schools have seen sizable increases in spending. (Magnolia Tribune 10/30/23) Education spending on the rise, even as enrollment declines - Magnolia Tribune

PACCAR expanding in Columbus

Global automotive technology company PACCAR is expanding its operations in Columbus, Miss., with two projects totaling a $209.4M investment that will create 100 jobs. 

PACCAR is an industry leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of premium trucks, including the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. The company also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and distributes truck parts. 

PACCAR is expanding its existing manufacturing facility in Columbus by 50,000 square feet to add remanufacturing operations. The company also is expanding operations to meet future emissions requirements for Diesel engines. 

Construction is slated to begin December. PACCAR plans to fill the 100 jobs by 2026. (MDA 10/30/23)

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