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January 16, 2013
Democrats blast proposed changes to state pensions
Democrats blast proposed changes to state pensions “Leave our money alone!” That statement by Sen. Kenny Wayne Jones, D-Canton, sums up Democrats’ reaction to proposals to freeze cost-of-living increases for retired public employees. A group of Democrats at a news conference Tuesday attacked proposal, which Sen. Nancy Collins, R-Tupelo, has said she’s considering introducing as…
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January 16, 2013
Cochran leads pack in political favorability poll
Cochran leads pack in political favorability poll A new poll gauging the popularity of Mississippi’s top elected leaders is circulating and causing a stir in political circles. It shows U.S. Sen. Thad Cochran and Gov. Phil Bryant, both Republicans, having high favorability and name recognition, at levels that might make would-be challengers think twice. Likewise…
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January 16, 2013
Crawford – ‘Stupid is as stupid does’
‘Stupid is as stupid does’ Jenny says to Forrest Gump, “Are you stupid or something?” Forrest replies, “Mama says, ‘Stupid is as stupid does.’” Mississippi Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney has submitted a proposal to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to establish a state-run health insurance exchange. Under the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare)…
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January 16, 2013
AP – Mayoral races across state taking shape
Mayoral races across state taking shape HATTIESBURG, STARKVILLE and LAUREL — The field of Hattiesburg mayoral candidates has widened with the announcement of Councilman Dave Ware for the city’s top office. The Hattiesburg American reports the 41-year-old Ware, who is in his second term as councilman, will run as an independent. Ware says goals for…
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January 16, 2013
Mississippi Democratic lawmakers vow to fight retirement benefit cuts
Mississippi Democratic lawmakers vow to fight retirement benefit cuts State Democratic lawmakers said today they will fight any bill that would reduce retirement benefits for current or retired state workers. State Sen. Hob Bryan, D-Armory, said it’s not right for state employees, some who started in the 1960s and 70s at very low wages and…
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January 16, 2013
CL – Armed school guards proposal may not apply practically in metro area
Armed school guards proposal may not apply practically in metro area School district leaders in the Jackson metro area said they support the theory behind a proposed grant program to help schools hire armed guards, but the measure might not apply to area schools in practice. Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves announced a proposal Friday that…
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January 16, 2013
Palazzo supports Sandy aid bill; Nunnelee votes no
Palazzo supports Sandy aid bill; Nunnelee votes no After coming under fire for voting against legislation to help Superstorm Sandy victims, Rep. Steven Palazzo supported a $50.7 billion emergency aid package Tuesday, urging his colleagues to also back the bill. “Today’s vote for immediate relief is about giving Sandy victims the help they need now,”…
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January 16, 2013
Disaster declared for much of north Mississippi
JACKSON – Gov. Phil Bryant declared a State of Emergency today for several of Mississippi counties due to the impacts of winter weather presenting a variety of issues including flooding and freezing rain. At least 57 Mississippi counties have reported affects from these storms: Alcorn, Attala, Benton, Bolivar, Calhoun, Carroll, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Clarke, Clay, Coahoma,…
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January 16, 2013
Rep. Steven Palazzo Votes for Sandy Relief with Reforms
WASHINGTON, DC – Following Monday’s unanimous passage of H.R. 219, the Sandy Recovery Improvement Act of 2013, Congressman Steven Palazzo (MS-04) today voted in favor of H.R. 152, Disaster Relief Appropriations. Once approved by the Senate, the Hurricane Sandy aid package will provide immediate relief for victims and continue funding for ongoing recovery efforts. “I’ve…
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January 16, 2013
Nunnelee votes against Disaster package – should be paid for now
NUNNELEE VOTES AGAINST SPENDING $50 BILLION WITH NO OFFSETS WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Alan Nunnelee (R-Miss) released the following statement on H.R. 152, The Disaster Relief Appropriations Act, 2013: “I support providing aid to communities hit by natural disasters. I am opposed to the broken process that led to spending $50 billion without cutting spending…
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January 16, 2013
Councilman Quentin Whitwell – Sam’s Club leaving Jackson would be a “PR nightmare for them”
Councilman Quentin Whitwell – Sam’s Club leaving Jackson would be a “PR nightmare for them” Ward 1 City Councilman Quentin Whitwell, who represents that area where Sam’s Club is currently located, said he has heard rumors of a move and complained about the lack of communication between Wal-Mart and the city. “To me, it would…
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January 16, 2013
AG Jim Hood – Chaney has authority to create, run Miss. health insurance exchange
AG Jim Hood – Chaney has authority to create, run Miss. health insurance exchange State Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney says Attorney General Jim Hood has issued an opinion that Chaney has the authority to create and run a health insurance exchange. “(Hood) said I have the authority,” Chaney said Tuesday evening. Gov. Phil Bryant had…
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September 8, 2025
Magnolia Mornings: September 8, 2025
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Jeremy Pittari
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September 5, 2025
Reeves responds to critics over sending Mississippi National Guard to D.C.
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Daniel Tyson
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September 5, 2025
Mississippi PSC takes action against Holly Springs Public Utility
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September 5, 2025
Hiring stalls with US companies reluctant to expand in an uncertain economic landscape
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Lynne Jeter
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September 3, 2025
Hood Industries invests $245 million in Waynesboro expansion
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Lynne Jeter
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August 29, 2025
Tri-state partnership boosts South’s automaker bid
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Parrish Alford
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September 8, 2025
A magical night, a big win, and for Mississippi State, perhaps, the seeds of belief and confidence
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Robert St. John
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September 8, 2025
The Ninth Wave
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Alistair Begg
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September 8, 2025
True power in the one Spirit
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Russ Latino
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September 8, 2025
Do we have to ‘distrust the science’ to Make America Healthy Again?
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Russ Latino
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September 7, 2025
The race for U.S. Senate in 2026 may get ugly, but the result is almost certain
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Roger Wicker
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September 5, 2025
Taiwan has resolved to live free
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