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February 23, 2017
Wilson retiring from MEC, Waller named interim CEO
Wilson retiring as head of state chamber of commerce Blake Wilson, a Delaware native, has many times told crowds of business leaders, “I wasn’t born in Mississippi, but I got here just as quick as I could.” Wilson, 63, on Wednesday announced his plan to retire in June after 19 years as CEO of the…
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February 22, 2017
State Rep. Alex Monsour qualifies to run for Vicksburg’s South Ward Alderman
Monsour qualifies for alderman race District 54 State Rep. Alex Monsour has qualified as a Republican for the South Ward Alderman’s seat held by Willis Thompson. Monsour filed his qualifying papers Wednesday at the City Clerk’s Office. Thompson qualified for re-election on the first day of qualifying Jan. 3…. …“For many years we have talked…
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February 22, 2017
State Rep. Mark Baker makes note of Arkansas, Louisiana lottery income while Mississippi’s is zero
Post from State Rep. Mark Baker (R)’s Facebook on Wednesday, February 22, 2017: “The Powerball current estimated Jackpot is $403mm. Last year, Arkansas’ net income from the lottery was $88.5mm and Louisiana’s was twice that amount. Mississippi’s? $0.” Rep. Mark Baker 2/22/17
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February 22, 2017
@CongPalazzo responds to the SunHerald, Democrat calls for town hall meetings
Palazzo says he will meet with anyone who calls Rep. Steven Palazzo said he won’t be doing town halls but said he is willing to talk to anyone from his district who makes an appointment with his Biloxi office… …Palazzo in an emailed statement said the town halls “are no longer used for elected officials…
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February 22, 2017
Metro delegation pushes “One Lake” project through MS House
‘One Lake’ bill moves forward; fed money, approval pending House Bill 1585, with unanimous support from the Hinds and Rankin delegations, passed 110-4. It would give the Rankin-Hinds Pearl River Flood and Drainage Control District, which already has taxing authority, flexibility to adjust any future taxes for the lake between those with property directly benefiting…
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February 22, 2017
MS House rejects effort to punish universities for not flying #msflag
No penalty for Mississippi universities for furling state flag JACKSON — The Mississippi House has rejected an effort to punish universities for not flying the state flag that prominently features the Confederate battle emblem…. …The House rejected the amendment with no debate; 52 members voted for for it and 65 voted against it. All black…
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February 22, 2017
MS House Ways and Means chairman Smith kills HB 1733
Chairman: Bill with gas and tobacco taxes won’t go to House JACKSON – A Mississippi House chairman says he is backing off a proposal that could have led to higher gasoline and cigarette taxes. The Ways and Means Committee passed House Bill 1733 on Monday. It included vague provisions that could have been updated later…
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February 22, 2017
MS Senate passes bill that lowers the threshold to qualify for a fee in lieu of taxes for industry
Senate bill would cut property taxes for more industries JACKSON, Miss. (AP) – Mississippi senators want more industrial projects to qualify for property tax breaks. Senate Bill 2939, which passed the Mississippi Senate Tuesday, lowers the threshold to qualify for a fee in lieu of taxes from $100 million to $60 million. Under such an…
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February 22, 2017
Gov. Bryant makes another round of budget cuts
Bryant announces $43M in budget cuts, including $11M from MAEP JACKSON, MS (WLOX) – Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant announced another round of budget cuts Tuesday, and this time, the state education budget is not exempt. State Sen. Sean Tindell tells us the governor cut $11.2 million from the Mississippi Adequate Education Program. That’s a 0.5…
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February 21, 2017
Sen. @RogerWicker: Don’t Forget About Rural America
RELEASE Wicker: Don’t Forget About Rural America New Administration Should Pursue Greater Access to Health Care, Broadband The Trump Administration and Republicans in Congress are committed to putting Americans back to work and reforming our health-care system. New plans, however, should be shaped with our rural communities in mind. As Mississippians know, rural areas have…
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February 21, 2017
AFP’s Latino takes MS House Ways and Means Committee to task over gas tax, bond package #msleg
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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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September 4, 2026
EPA seeks more public comments as it struggles to devise water rule that limits scope on wetlands
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Jeremy Pittari
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September 4, 2026
MDA, HUD update covenants for recipients of Hurricane Katrina Homeowner Assistance Program
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September 4, 2026
Mississippi receives approval for WorkFlex waiver, removing barriers to meet employer needs
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Frank Corder
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September 3, 2026
Mississippi middle of the pack in State Tax Competitiveness Index
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September 2, 2026
Gulf Ship investing $44 million to expand Gulfport shipyard
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August 28, 2026
Ocean Aero creating 45 jobs with $4 million expansion in Gulfport
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Marisa Atkinson
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September 4, 2026
College football’s ‘Wild West’ era raises questions for its future
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Susan Marquez
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September 4, 2026
Mississippi Culture Bearer: Linda Ross-Aldy, a champion of Oakland
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Alistair Begg
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September 4, 2026
Get up and get on
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Mike Chaney
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September 3, 2026
Mississippians deserve more affordable health insurance options
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Sid Salter
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September 2, 2026
For over 40 years, Mississippi workers have exceeded expectations at Raytheon
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Ashby Foote
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September 1, 2026
Energy Wars: Attack of the drones
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