AI-assisted summary

Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves announced the formation of a new defense support organization called "Mission 3."

The nonprofit aims to support military installations, expand economic opportunity, and unite communities in South Mississippi.

Mission 3 was funded by a $325,000 grant from the Mississippi Development Authority.

Retired U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Drake will serve as the organization's first executive director.

Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves announced Thursday, Oct. 23, via press release the formation of a defense organization to support military bases and grow the local economy.

The organization known as "Mission 3" is described by the governor as a public-private, nonprofit defense community support organization created "to strengthen military installations

See Full Page