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šŸŒ± How new AI power rules could supercharge Brandonā€™s growing data center hub

Brandon, Mississippi Patch AM: a 5 min read

Hi Brandon! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ā˜•ļøļø

In today's newsletter:

  • How new AI power rules could supercharge Brandonā€™s growing data center hub
  • What Baptistā€™s $70 million takeover means for Brandonā€™s hospital and jobs
  • How The Summit at Brandon could reshape housing and tax revenue

Also on today's calendar: Painting With A Purpose With Loving Through His Eyes and 1 more event.

Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Pleasant with plenty of sun, with a high of 83 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 85, low: 61.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 86 and low of 71 degrees. šŸŒ¶ Hot!

šŸ“° News we're reading

1. Mississippi ruling clears path for private AI power. Prado moves forward (hattiesburgamerican.com) ā€” Brandon is emerging as a key site in Mississippiā€™s fast-growing data center and AI economy, with AVAIO Digital partnering with the city and Entergy to expand digital and energy infrastructure. A new Public Service Commission ruling also clears the way for private on-site power generation, potentially reshaping where future AI and semiconductor campuses locate across the state.
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2. Baptist Memorial to acquire Merit Health in Brandon (wjtv.com) ā€” Brandonā€™s Merit Health Rankin hospital will be taken over by Baptist Memorial Health Care later this year, with a promised $70 million investment in upgrades. The new operator says all current employees in good standing will be offered jobs, aiming to maintain and improve local access to affordable, community-based care.
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3. $50 million luxury apartment complex breaks ground in Brandon (wlbt.com) ā€” A $50 million luxury apartment complex, The Summit at Brandon, has broken ground off Highway 18 near Home Depot, bringing high-end amenities like pickleball courts and a yoga studio. City leaders say the project reflects Brandonā€™s growth and could add about $400,000 a year in property tax revenue once complete.
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4. 10 Roadside Farm Stands And Markets In Mississippi Worth Pulling Over For This Summer (takingthekids.com) ā€” One of Mississippiā€™s standout summer farm stands is Cockrellā€™s Farmers Market on Old Fannin Road in Brandon, open daily with a deep lineup of local produce and goods. The roundup also spotlights nine other notable markets statewide if you feel like a road trip for fresh peaches, tomatoes, and more.
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5. Jerry Scott (northsidesun.com) ā€” Family and friends are invited to celebrate Jerry Scottā€™s life on June 6 at 4 p.m. next to Tommyā€™s Trading Post on MS Highway 43 in Brandon. The longtime fisheries biologist, tournament director, and Flowood business owner is remembered for his love of fishing, mentoring kids, and deep community ties across Mississippi and beyond.
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šŸ’¬ Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • SCAM ALERT!
    Guy called posing as someone from Rankin Co Sheriff Department. He said that I missed an appointment at 8:45 this morning at the Courthouseā€¦ (Nextdoor Palisades on Reservoir)
  • Based on a video on Facebook, my wife and I went to L and A Food Mart on Grant's Ferry Road for lunch.
    We got a 6 rib plate , just ribs, for $14.69. Mr. Bullock gave us an additional rib apiece to sample. Best flavored bbq rib that I have ever tastedā€¦ (Nextdoor Pecan Ridge )
  • Sonic Corporation posted a job opening for Carhop or Skating Carhop in Brandon. Apply here.
  • Whataburger posted a job opening for Restaurant Shift Leader - Unit 1200 in Brandon. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Brandon here.

Ok Brandon! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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