Elbert Hilliard was the fifth director of MDAH, serving from 1973 to 2004.
The PERS Board argues that any change in leadership for a plan that serves roughly 10 percent of the state’s population should be done so in a transparent manner.
Updated estimates from the House show the chamber’s proposed new K-12 funding formula could provide significant increases to schools.
The two agencies were responsible for $101.5 billion, or 43% in improper payments in 2023.
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Columnist Sid Salter says the Mississippi Legislature should finish the job and expand Medicaid.
State Sen. Jeremy England (R) writes that the Magnolia State is one of only three states in the nation not to offer in-person early voting. He says it is time to change that.
Pepper Crutcher discusses the complexities of Medicaid expansion.
Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney says Mississippi is among the top ten most expensive states for homeowners’ insurance with an average premium greater than $1,500 per year.
Thirty-four-year veteran banker Shane Loper adds to his responsibilities at the financial institution while retaining his corporate role as Chief Operating Officer.
The company said the $37 million project was necessary due to the growth trends in the DeSoto County area that could have created overload conditions.
The company is growing rapidly, with over 30 locations planned in 16 states as well as being featured on Carnival Cruise Lines.
Business columnist Phil Hardwick takes a look at the entrepreneurship and economic development programs at Mississippi’s three major universities, starting with Mississippi State.
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