Some Awesome Ways to Tempt your Taste Buds

STARKVILLE, MS – Courtesy of The Dispatch and Mary Pollitz

Olivia Martin Klaas recently launched Klass & Co, a small company that makes charcuterie boards. They offer all sorts of finger foods, with prices ranging from $25/person for small orders up to $225 for a 16-person spread. Their boards include a variety of cheeses, meats, artisan crackers, seasonal fresh and dried fruits, nuts, olives and more. They request 48 hours’ notice on orders, but are willing to accommodate rush orders – email them for those: klassandco@gmail.com. They also publish board layouts on Instagram.

Sweet Masterpiece Bakery, originally of Texas, offers all sorts of goodies to tempt your sweet tooth. Among the items on offer are things such as cupcakes, chocolate-covered pretzels and strawberries, cake pops, gourmet cookies and more. She can also do custom designs to suit your preferences.

“I was looking for a new environment and new opportunities, both personally and professionally,” owner Rachelle Cooper said of her move to town. “… I love the welcoming, close-knit community and the opportunities (Starkville) offers small businesses. I’m excited to bring my sweets business to the area, connect with new customers and become a part of the local community.”

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Good for Business Podcast – Episode 58 – Tom Velek

Colin sat down with Tom Velek of Lowndes County Parks and Recreation about his life and family, his small-town roots, his many years volunteering as a youth soccer coach, and more. They also spoke of Columbus’ downtown improvements over the past several years, which Velek had a hand in.

Good for Business Podcast – Episode 57 – Bo McKee

Good for Business Podcast – Episode 57 – Bo McKee

Colin sat down with Bo McKee of Whitetails Unlimited – Possumtown to speak about their upcoming banquet and the organization’s conservation efforts. They also help to instruct hunters (and future hunters) with safety training, wildlife habitat enhancement, charitable donations, and more. The banquet will be held at the Trotter Convention Center in Columbus on August 20th. https://www.whitetailsunlimited.com/p…

Host Colin Krieger is a top Realtor and home restoration specialist in the Golden Triangle region of Mississippi and is a community leader who focuses on fundraising endeavors that support those in need.

#GoodForBusinessPodcast #BoMcKee #WhitetailsUnlimited #TrotterConventionCenter #ColumbusMS

Good for Business Podcast – Episode 56 – Jake Phillips

Colin sat down with veteran voice actor Jake Phillips, discussing his background, career, and experiences in voice acting. Phillips grew up in Tibbee, MS, and now lives in Starkville with his wife and kids. He has worked on projects such as audiobooks, video games, NFL Sunday Night Football, and more.

Host Colin Krieger is a top Realtor and home restoration specialist in the Golden Triangle region of Mississippi and is a community leader who focuses on fundraising endeavors that support those in need.

GoodForBusinessPodcast #StarkvilleMS #TibbeeMS #JakePhillips #VoiceActing #NFLSundayNightFootball #VideoGames #Audiobooks

Good for Business Podcast – Episode 55 – Annebelle Davies Interviews Colin!

Good for Business Episode 54 – Max and Toby Hartleroad

PRESS RELEASE: A New $200,000,000 ADI Facility is on the Way

COLUMBUS, MS

Aluminum Dynamics, LLC has put out the following press release:

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Aluminum Dynamics’ plans to develop a recycled aluminum slab center in Lowndes County. The more than $200 million investment will create 100 new jobs and further strengthens the Golden Triangle’s position as a premier location for advanced manufacturing.

We appreciate the partnership of all those involved in making this project possible.

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– Aluminum Dynamics to develop recycled aluminum slab center

in Lowndes County

– Aluminum recycling and manufacturing company creating 100 jobs

– Project represents corporate investment of more than $200 million

Jackson, Miss. (July 14, 2026) –

Aluminum Dynamics, a recycled aluminum manufacturer, plans to develop a recycled aluminum slab center in Lowndes County. The project represents a corporate investment of more than $200 million and will create 100 new jobs.

The planned facility will be located in the Golden Triangle Industrial Park in Lowndes County and will recycle aluminum-bearing materials to produce saleable aluminum slabs for the aluminum products industry.

The Mississippi Development Authority is providing assistance for direct road and rail infrastructure improvements. The project also qualifies for tax incentives through the Mississippi Major Economic Impact Authority program. Lowndes County is assisting with the project, as well.

The facility is expected to begin operations in the first half of 2027.

Good for Business Podcast – Episode 53 – Bruce Johnson

Good for Business Podcast – Episode 52 – Vanessa Poteet

Good for Business Podcast – Episode 51 – Katie Cooper