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October 26, 2017
Mississippi’s Randy Reeves Approved by VA Committee, Nomination Heads to Full Senate
Mississippi’s Randy Reeves Approved by VA Committee, Nomination Heads to Full Senate The Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs on Wednesday voted unanimously to advance the nomination of Randy Reeves to the full Senate for confirmation. Reeves has been nominated by President Trump to serve as the Under Secretary of Memorial Affairs in the U.S. Department…
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October 26, 2017
Gov. Bryant on state Sen. Kirby’s proposed gas tax referendum: “I like that idea”
Mississippi leaders discuss highway funding during annual Hobnob event Meanwhile, Senator Dean Kirby has said he’s drafting legislation that would create a statewide referendum. It would put the ball in the voters’ court when it comes to raising the gas tax and tax on new car tires. “I like that idea,” said Governor Phil Bryant.…
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October 26, 2017
Gov. Bryant, others tout workforce training at MEC HobNob
Workforce training touted at MEC annual event JACKSON – Gov. Phil Bryant brought a clear and direct message to the Mississippi Economic Council’s annual Hobnob event Wednesday. “I have two words for you – workforce training,” Bryant proclaimed to the crowd of more than 1,200 at the Mississippi Coliseum. Most all of the state elected…
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October 26, 2017
Gov. Bryant considering collaboration to address JPS
JPS takeover: Bryant offers more insight into ‘third option’ The governor has said often he would like to have an option other than complete state takeover or returning JPS to sole local control. During the Mississippi Economic Council’s annual Hobnob event at the Mississippi Coliseum, Bryant offered a bit more insight into his plans. Bryant…
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October 26, 2017
@AGJimHood stumps at MEC HobNob event
Hobnob 17: Bryant, Reeves tout education improvement; Hood critical of Legislature Hood renewed his criticism of inaction by the Legislature on approving a highway and bridge improvement funding plan. He was also critical of lawmakers for not approving a lottery for education and an internet sales tax bill. After Hood’s speech, retired state Sen. Giles…
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October 25, 2017
Sen. Roger Wicker on Fox Business talking about the path to tax reform
Key excerpts of Wicker’s interview include: “Clearly our tax system is out of date and doesn’t serve the purpose of economic growth or job creation. We are on the verge with a good vote in the House, probably tomorrow, to move with our Senate-passed budget. That will save us three weeks and put us on…
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October 25, 2017
Sen. Roger Wicker appears on CNN saying he, his wife and family are ready for 2018 campaign
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October 25, 2017
Sen. Cochran votes to approve disaster relief funding
Thad Cochran voted to approve disaster relief funding Mississippi Senator, Thad Cochran, voted to approve the supplemental appropriation for hurricane and wildlife relief on Tuesday. Legislation is now providing $36.5 billion in emergency funds for the Federal Emergency Management Agency Disaster Relief Fund (DRF), the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), and programs to fight wildfires…
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October 25, 2017
Wicker campaign manager Brasell says they’re ready for a competitive race while McDaniel advisor Plunkett dusts off attack narrative
Talk of a Wicker versus McDaniel Senate primary ramps up President Trump called Roger Wicker last week to offer his support for a re-election bid. Wicker’s campaign manager sent the following statement. “Roger Wicker leads the Senate in support of President Trump’s agenda, so we are happy to have President Trump’s support. As much as…
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October 25, 2017
State Supt Wright to seek more early childhood funds in #msleg 2018 session
State superintendent hopes to ramp up pre-K effort During the 2018 legislative session, Wright and the state Board of Education will be requesting an additional $6 million for early childhood education. The state currently spends $4 million to finance 14 early childhood collaboratives across the state where local school districts and other day-care providers work…
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October 25, 2017
Mississippi officials attend annual Southeast US-Japan Conference
Mississippi officials, including Tupelo mayor, meet with Japan officials JACKSON – Tupelo Mayor Jason Shelton is among the Mississippi officials participating this week in the 40th annual Southeast US-Japan Conference in Greenville, South Carolina. The annual conference is viewed as important to protect and grow economic development activities between Southeastern states and Japan…. …Gov. Phil…
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October 25, 2017
Gov. Bryant, Sen. Wicker support Gulf oil, gas lease sale announced by Dept of Interior
Millions of acres of Gulf waters to be leased for oil, gas drilling WASHINGTON, DC (WLOX) – Millions of acres of federal waters off Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas will be up for grabs for oil and gas drilling leases in March 2018. U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke said its part of…
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September 1, 2026
U.S. House passes short-term funding bill to avoid a shutdown before the election
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September 1, 2026
Oil giant Chevron is expected to announce it will expand operations in Venezuela, U.S. official says
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September 1, 2026
Engineering team aims to make carbon conversion simpler, more affordable
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Frank Corder
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August 28, 2026
Ocean Aero creating 45 jobs with $4 million expansion in Gulfport
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Frank Corder
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August 27, 2026
Raytheon announces completion of $50 million expansion in Forest
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Cass Rutledge
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August 20, 2026
Solero Technologies announces $14 million expansion in Water Valley
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Meredith Biesinger
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September 1, 2026
A little bit petty, a whole lot creative: Inside Tupelo’s Petty Betty’s Art Studio
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Alistair Begg
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September 1, 2026
The valley of decision
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Robert St. John
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August 31, 2026
A lifetime along the panhandle
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Ashby Foote
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September 1, 2026
Energy Wars: Attack of the drones
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Roger Wicker
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August 28, 2026
Reports of Mississippi momentum are true
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Sid Salter
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August 26, 2026
Supreme Court to rule on 2020 Census results that negatively impacted Mississippians
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