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Opinion  |  Roger Wicker  • 
March 6, 2026

President’s choice to strike Iran is profound, deliberate, and correct

U.S. Senator Roger Wicker says President Donald Trump used military force to protect the United States and make the world safer.
World News  |  Jon Gambrell, Associated Press ,  David Rising, Associated Press ,  Sam Metz, Associated Press ,  Sally Aljoud, Associated Press  • 
March 6, 2026

Trump rules out talks absent Iran’s ‘unconditional surrender’ as Israel strikes Lebanon

The U.S. and Israel have battered Iran with strikes, targeting their military capabilities, leadership and nuclear program. 
Education  |  Frank Corder ,  Jeremy Pittari ,  Daniel Tyson  • 
March 6, 2026

House unanimously revives teacher pay raise, PERS changes

The Mississippi House is sending a strong message to the Senate, backing a $5,000 teacher pay raise and reducing the years of service necessary to draw benefits in PERS under the new Tier 5.

Opinion

Opinion  |  Roger Wicker  • 
February 27, 2026

America and Europe share a destiny

U.S. Senator Roger Wicker carries peace through strength message to Europe.
Opinion  |  David Ibsen  • 
February 26, 2026

Mississippi should look to President Trump and Congress to ensure fair access to banking

David Ibsen says HB 1597 is unnecessary and would add additional confusion and regulation that could harm Mississippi consumers and smaller community banks.

Opinion  |  Mike Chaney  • 
February 25, 2026

Insurance fraud effects everyone

Mississippi Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney says although the overwhelming majority of insurance agents and companies are honest and reputable, there are some bad actors.
Opinion  |  Sid Salter  • 
February 25, 2026

When taxpayers incentivize jobs, the state should protect workers’ privacy in union votes

State Sen. Josh Harkins has introduced legislation to protect the investments of state and local taxpayers in economic development projects that rely on taxpayer incentives.

Business

Business  |  Lindsay Whitehurst, Associated Press  • 
February 23, 2026

Supreme Court agrees to hear from oil and gas companies trying to block climate change lawsuits

The Trump administration weighed in to support the companies, saying it would mean “every locality in the country could sue essentially anyone in the world for contributing to global climate change.”
Business  |  Frank Corder  • 
February 18, 2026

Firehawk Aerospace establishing manufacturing operations in Crawford

Will Edwards, Founder and CEO of Firehawk, said that Mississippi stood out because of its pro-industry leadership, deep talent pool and commitment to advanced manufacturing.

Business  |  Daniel Tyson  • 
February 13, 2026

Billions in new economic development projects in the works for Mississippi in 2026

MDA head Bill Cork said this week that while 2025 was the agency’s most successful year, 2026 will exceed that mark.

Business  |  Frank Corder  • 
February 12, 2026

Camgian awarded position on Golden Dome Team

“This is another great example of how Mississippi is leading the revitalization of our defense industry,” U.S. Senator Roger Wicker said.
Faith  |  Alistair Begg  • 
March 5, 2026

Contented in Christ

Like Paul, your contentment can and should ultimately be grounded in your union with Jesus.
News  |  Jeremy Pittari  • 
March 4, 2026

Bills aimed at adjusting new PERS Tier 5 die

Long Beach Police Chief Billy Seal says the new 35-year service requirement that went into effect March 1 is a barrier for recruitment in all public service positions.