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February 21, 2017
Although bills died in #msleg, Treasurer Fitch continues push for equal pay, financial literacy
State Treasurer Fitch advocates for equal pay, financial literacy State Treasurer Lynn Fitch said requiring the teaching of financial literacy in the public schools and requiring equal pay for women can help break the long cycle of poverty in Mississippi. “It is not a Republican issue or a Democratic issue. It is a right thing…
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February 21, 2017
Democrat mayor of Tupelo seeking Republican support in reelection race
Shelton hopes for Republican support With Jason Shelton now seeking re-election to a second term as mayor, no Republicans have yet entered the race. That could change any day, of course. The qualifying period remains open for about two more weeks. Four years ago, Shelton himself only qualified days before the final deadline. But Shelton,…
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February 21, 2017
MS Dept of Health suspends pilot child care inspection program
State suspends pilot child care inspection program A pilot program that would have increased the number of inspections of child care centers in nine Mississippi counties, comprising one health district, has been suspended indefinitely as the state Department of Health reviews alternate options, according to an email sent to child care providers last week. The…
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February 21, 2017
MS House committee passes first time home buyer savings account tax exemption
Bill would help first-time home buyers A House bill would allow first-time home buyers in Mississippi to create savings accounts of up to $5,000 for a couple exempt from state taxes. “This is a one-time exemption,” said House Ways and Means Chairman Jeff Smith, R-Columbus, who authored the bill. “… You’re only a first-time homebuyer once.”…
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February 21, 2017
MDOT releases five-year plan to fix “crisis” roads, bridges
MDOT releases five-year plan to fix bridges & roads MDOT released a map with the current projects needed in the state. The roads and bridges in blue are funded in the five-year the plan. The areas in red are unfunded bridges and/or pavement and capacity type projects. “These roads that are in that plan and…
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February 21, 2017
WDAM: Past time for #msleg to review antiquated laws regarding alcohol sales
WDAM: Consider This: Lawmakers should review our state alcohol bills It’s past time for state leaders to review the structure of the state’s Alcohol Beverage Control division and the antiquated laws regarding alcohol sales. These bills would lead to more jobs, increased tourism, improved convenience, lower wine prices and more choices for consumers. The legislature…
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February 21, 2017
State Treasurer Fitch discusses state bond indebtedness at Stennis Press Luncheon
Treasurer Lynn Fitch details state debt issues “Then the question is, so how much do we owe?” explained State Treasurer Lynn Fitch. “How much do we owe? If we owe $4.3 billion on our credit card, basically, we all owe $1,707 for state debt. We’re responsible for that. That’s every man, woman and child.” State…
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February 21, 2017
#msleg advance, kill education bills as session continues
Rules could change for schools in Mississippi Among proposals being considered are limiting the number of statewide and district wide testing days, requiring 17-year-olds to stay in school, and requiring a district taken over by the state to achieve a C rating for five years in a row before it could be returned to local…
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February 21, 2017
Mississippi gaming revenues down in January
Mississippi casino revenues tumble in January JACKSON, MS (AP) – Mississippi casinos stumbled in 2017’s first month, winning almost seven percent less from gamblers. State Revenue Department figures show gamblers statewide lost $166 million in January, compared to $178 million in the same month in 2016. The 12 coastal casinos posted revenue of $99 million,…
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February 21, 2017
Coast cities still pushing for Amtrak after receiving federal grants
Coast cities continue to push for Amtrak service BILOXI, MS (WLOX) – One year after Amtrak made a big splash with a proposal to bring passenger service back to the coast, supporters are working to make the plan more attractive. In 2016, a special Amtrak train made stops on the coast in an effort to…
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February 20, 2017
Bryant: Toyota donates $750,000 to Mississippi Dept of Archives and History for 2 museum projects
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February 20, 2017
Gov. Bryant congratulates Richard Howorth of Oxford for being named chair-elect for the TVA
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June 10, 2026
AWS marks $1 billion data center investment in Clinton
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June 10, 2026
Inflation rises to a 3-year high on spiking gas prices, highlighting affordability challenges
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June 10, 2026
Magnolia Mornings: June 10, 2026
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Frank Corder
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June 8, 2026
EVE Energy makes U.S. Dept. of War’s roster of “Chinese military companies”
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Daniel Tyson
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May 20, 2026
International Paper breaks ground on new $225 million facility in central Mississippi
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Frank Corder
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May 14, 2026
Azuria Water Solutions breaks ground on new manufacturing facility in Batesville
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June 10, 2026
Ora Reed: From Lexington, Mississippi, around the world, and back again
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June 10, 2026
Exemplary commitment
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June 9, 2026
Breaking down the teams playing for a national championship at the College World Series
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June 10, 2026
Working with the Trump administration to eliminate welfare fraud
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Sid Salter
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June 10, 2026
Legislature should heed Rep. Price Wallace’s effort to revive the ballot initiative process
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June 8, 2026
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