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Giving back takes us forward: A look at Entergy Mississippi’s centennial

April 17, 2024

Employees exceed previous year's volunteer hoursnAt the top of 2023, Entergy Mississippi set a big goal for itself. With April marking 100 years since the utility began serving the state, ‘the power of 100’ became the backdrop for its volunteerism and community-centered efforts. The company kicked off the centennial celebration by partnering with local organizations to provide nutritional meals to families in need, and energy efficiency kits to help customers lower their power usage and bills.

MP&L’s purchase of CEPA lays the foundation for Entergy Mississippi

March 28, 2024

It’s difficult to imagine life without electricity today. For most, having power to their home is an afterthought. When we flip the switch, the lights come on. It’s simple.

Sunflower Solar Plant ensures a ‘bright future’ for Entergy and Mississippi

March 20, 2024

When picturing renewable energy sources like wind, solar and hydroelectric power, it’s easy to first think of wide-open plains, cloudless desert skies and archway dams bordered by craggy overlooks and mountain passes.

From ice storms to hurricanes: line workers assist where they’re most needed

March 14, 2024

They say it takes a village. But when extreme weather events tear apart the communities we serve, it actually takes an army of electric line workers and contractors to put the pieces back together again.

Looking behind the scenes: Logistics teams keep crews housed and fed

March 6, 2024

When extreme weather causes power outages, thoughts usually turn to utility crews in bucket trucks repairing the poles and wires necessary to restore electric service. Behind the scenes, however, a completely different scenario is unfolding — one involving housing, food and fuel for hundreds, sometimes thousands, of workers.

From hot sticks to hard hats: Utility safety has evolved and improved

February 29, 2024

Some 16 short years after being chartered, Mississippi Power & Light won second place in the utility division safety awards at the National Safety Congress in Atlantic City, N.J.

The power to grow Mississippi

December 22, 2023

This article was updated in January 2024 to include Amazon Web Service's announcement of a $10 billion investment in Mississippi.

Reflecting on 100 years in business, Entergy Mississippi is planning for another successful century

December 21, 2023

One of the oldest power generation companies in America, Entergy Mississippi, is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2023. The organization began as The Mississippi Power & Light Company in 1923, with a handful of municipal electric systems. Today, it serves over 450,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers in 45 of Mississippi’s 82 counties.

2023: The centennial in review

December 18, 2023

As we put a bow on 2023 and start building 2024, we’re looking at the top stories that shaped Entergy Mississippi’s centennial year. From an Entergy first, to a rate drop, and multiple community contributions – our year was packed with stories of impactful efforts across our 45-county service area.

Entergy responds to 1970s energy crisis with heightened focus on long-term sustainability

November 30, 2023

Ask anyone who lived through the 1970s what they remember about the energy crisis, and you’ll hear some common themes: The oil embargo and skyrocketing fuel prices. Panic over gasoline shortages and long lines at the pump. Energy conservation mandates and growing concerns over America’s dependence on foreign oil.