Daniel Tyson, Author at Magnolia Tribune

Daniel Tyson

Daniel Tyson has reported for national and regional newspapers for three decades. He joined Magnolia Tribune in January 2024. For the last decade or so, he’s focused on global energy, mainly natural resources.

News | Daniel Tyson •

May 6, 2025

Five human trafficking victims recovered in Southaven

The Mississippi Attorney General said Tuesday that one arrest has been made as part of the North Mississippi law enforcement operation.

News | Daniel Tyson •

May 5, 2025

Crockett reminds Tougaloo grads “how to use a chair” in commencement address

Mississippi Congressman Bennie Thompson presented the Texas Congresswoman with an honorary doctorate degree from his alma mater.

News | Daniel Tyson •

May 2, 2025

Governor expresses frustration with House, Senate as budget talks continue

The governor did not say when he would call a special session. Instead, he is hoping leaders will come to an agreement sooner rather than later.

News | Daniel Tyson •

May 1, 2025

Governor Reeves’ “Power Play” seeks to make Mississippi a national leader in energy

"While I'm proud of the big role Mississippi plays in America's energy production, I know we can do even more,” Reeves said.

News | Daniel Tyson •

April 30, 2025

Plans to construct new Entergy power plant in Ridgeland moving forward

An environmental impact assessment and other studies necessary to meet state and federal guidelines before start of construction will now get underway.

News | Daniel Tyson •

April 29, 2025

Taylor sworn in as new Senator for District 18

As a state senator, Taylor said he will focus on three areas key to District 18: agriculture, forestry, and state highways.

News | Daniel Tyson •

April 24, 2025

Jackson council opposes JXN Water rate increase, tables pay raise proposal

According to a court order, JXN Water's Interim Third-Party Manager has “full power and authority” to raise the water rate.

Elections | Daniel Tyson •

April 23, 2025

Change coming to Jackson as Horhn soundly defeats Lumumba

“The mayor said, ‘You catch more flies with honey, but he doesn’t have any honey,’” one resident said of Lumumba.

News | Daniel Tyson •

April 23, 2025

MDOT crews, contractors continue work across the state

Here’s a look at a few of the largest Mississippi Department of Transportation projects currently underway.

News | Daniel Tyson •

April 21, 2025

Mississippi parents struggle to find childcare, after-school programs, experts say

A recent survey shows that in Mississippi, about one in three daycare teachers are considering leaving their position for better paying jobs.

News | Daniel Tyson •

April 17, 2025

State Defender hopeful pilot program will receive funding in special session

The program’s goal is to reduce local public defender caseloads, allowing more time to visit clients, conduct investigations, negotiate cases, and prepare for trial.

Elections | Daniel Tyson •

April 16, 2025

Congressman Thompson endorses Horhn in Jackson mayor runoff

Horhn and Lumumba face off in the Democratic Primary runoff on Tuesday.

News

News | Frank Corder •

January 27, 2026

Yazoo Backwater Pumps, Arkabutla Lake Dam among projects funded in federal appropriations bill signed by Trump

News | Daniel Tyson •

January 27, 2026

Senate considers pre-funding COLA for future state employees under new PERS tier

News | Magnolia Tribune •

January 27, 2026

Magnolia Mornings: January 27, 2026

Business

Business | Frank Corder •

January 27, 2026

Nike announces layoffs in Mississippi, Tennessee

Business | Frank Corder •

January 20, 2026

SouthWorth acquires Mississippi-based American Furniture Manufacturing

Business | Frank Corder •

January 13, 2026

Higgins contracted to lead Tate County economic development

Culture

Culture | Meredith Biesinger •

January 27, 2026

Aberdeen goes Mardi Gras

Culture | Alistair Begg •

January 27, 2026

The blood that frees to serve

Culture | Robert St. John •

January 26, 2026

The best thing that ever happened to me

Opinion

Opinion | Hunter Estes •

January 21, 2026

Mississippi Legislators: Be bold this session

Opinion | Philip Wegmann •

January 21, 2026

Trump OMB launches full review of federal funds sent to blue states

Opinion | Russ Latino •

January 21, 2026

Daniel Tyson

Five human trafficking victims recovered in Southaven

Crockett reminds Tougaloo grads “how to use a chair” in commencement address

Governor expresses frustration with House, Senate as budget talks continue

Governor Reeves’ “Power Play” seeks to make Mississippi a national leader in energy

Plans to construct new Entergy power plant in Ridgeland moving forward

Taylor sworn in as new Senator for District 18

Jackson council opposes JXN Water rate increase, tables pay raise proposal

Change coming to Jackson as Horhn soundly defeats Lumumba

MDOT crews, contractors continue work across the state

Mississippi parents struggle to find childcare, after-school programs, experts say

State Defender hopeful pilot program will receive funding in special session

Congressman Thompson endorses Horhn in Jackson mayor runoff

News

Yazoo Backwater Pumps, Arkabutla Lake Dam among projects funded in federal appropriations bill signed by Trump

Senate considers pre-funding COLA for future state employees under new PERS tier

Magnolia Mornings: January 27, 2026

Business

Nike announces layoffs in Mississippi, Tennessee

SouthWorth acquires Mississippi-based American Furniture Manufacturing

Higgins contracted to lead Tate County economic development

Culture

Aberdeen goes Mardi Gras

The blood that frees to serve

The best thing that ever happened to me

Opinion

Mississippi Legislators: Be bold this session

Trump OMB launches full review of federal funds sent to blue states

Quit the hysteria, Mississippi already allows students to transfer between public schools

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