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January 4, 2017
Opening salvo of #msleg bills include minimum wage increase to $9, schools collecting BMI, and more
Here’s a look at the early bill filings that are headline worthy for one reason or another: * House Democrat Leader Rep. David Baria (D) has filed a bill – HB 8 – to raise the state’s minimum wage to $9.00. It has been double referred to the Workforce Development and Judiciary A committees. *…
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January 4, 2017
Trump’s TVA appointments could reshape board
Trump’s picks for TVA board could reshape federal agency Trump, who did not speak about TVA during his presidential campaign last year, has pledged to reform how government works and repeatedly said he would revive America’s coal industry by changing some regulations on fossil fuels. He could try to use TVA to help promote more…
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January 4, 2017
MITCHELL: #msleg to look at education funding and more
CHARLIE MITCHELL: Schools and slush funds could be topics this session It will be a short session, only 90 days. Mississippi lawmakers will be back home while the azaleas are still in bloom, at least in some parts of the state. What will make headlines? No one every really knows for sure, but K-12 education…
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January 4, 2017
State Sen. Hob Bryan’s opening day procedural trick falls flat in #msleg
2017 Mississippi legislative session begins Typically, the opening day of a session is mostly pomp and ceremony and devoid of much legislative work or debate, but that wasn’t the case Tuesday, as Sen. Hob Bryan, D-Amory, tried to get the Senate to take up a bill he filed. He was trying to remove a measure…
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January 4, 2017
Hinds Co. DA trial soon headed to jury
Defense rests in Hinds County District Attorney trial JACKSON, MS (Mississippi News Now) – The conspiracy and bribery case of Hinds County District Attorney Robert Shuler Smith could soon be in the hands of the jury. Smith was indicted on hindering the prosecution of criminal defendant Christopher Butler. Tuesday was day nine of the trial…
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January 4, 2017
With eyes on Webster Co., Rep. Moore’s bill would allow school board to fill superintendent vacancy
Bill would let school boards fill superintendent vacancies In 2016, the legislature enacted a law making all 55 elected superintendents appointed, beginning in 2020. Webster County Superintendent Jack Treloar, who was elected, resigned Dec. 31. House Education Committee Chairman John Moore says it would cost the county $60,000 to elect a school chief to serve…
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January 4, 2017
State Rep. Tom Miles says @EdBuild report delay “could be a red flag for the whole thing”
Mississippi lawmakers return to Capitol for 2017 legislative session There was a jump start on a potential rewrite of the public education funding formula in the fall. That’s when the non-profit EdBuild was hired. The expectation was that a recommendation would be ready before the session. It’s not. And Democrats say it could be a…
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January 4, 2017
MSSC swears in new Justice Chamberlin, returning Justices Kitchens, Maxwell, Beam
4 justices take oath of office for Mississippi Supreme Court Justice Bobby Chamberlin of Hernando is a former circuit judge who was elected to the state’s highest court in November. He succeeds former Justice Ann Lamar of Senatobia, who retired. Chamberlin took his oath Tuesday, moments after Justices Jim Kitchens of Crystal Springs, James Maxwell…
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January 4, 2017
@CongPalazzo Sworn In for Fourth Term
RELEASE: Palazzo Sworn Into Fourth Term Washington, DC – Congressman Steven Palazzo (MS-4) was sworn into the 115th Congress today, entering his fourth term serving Mississippi’s 4th Congressional District. “I’m honored once again to be given this opportunity to continue serving the people of South Mississippi. The 115th Congress is the turning point that we…
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January 4, 2017
Sen. @RogerWicker Anticipates Major Reforms During Trump’s First 100 Days
RELEASE: Wicker Anticipates Major Reforms During Trump’s First 100 Days Supreme Court Nomination, Tax Reform Could Be Early Items in 2017 The first 100-day period after a new President takes office is a pivotal time for any administration. The plans that are put in place during these days have earned attention since the presidency of…
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January 4, 2017
Legislature celebrates bicentennial events across Mississippi #msleg
RELEASE: LEGISLATURE CELEBRATES BICENTENNIAL EVENTS ACROSS MISSISSIPPI JACKSON – Film festivals, theatrical performances and historical reenactments will mark Mississippi’s bicentennial in communities across the state, legislative leadership announced today. Lawmakers opened the first day of the legislative session with a reception celebrating the 200th year of statehood. Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves and Speaker of the…
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January 3, 2017
Qualifying for municipal offices begins in earnest today, ends March 3rd
Qualifying for Municipal elections runs from January 2 through March 3. Party primaries for municipal offices is set for May 2. General election for municipal offices is June 6.
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July 28, 2026
Joe Biden interviews with memoir ghostwriter reveal him discussing sensitive information
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Jeremy Pittari
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July 28, 2026
Transportation commissioners seek insight into MDOT mowing schedule, storm repair work
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July 28, 2026
Americans’ confidence in U.S. economy falls as Iran conflict sends gas prices higher
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Frank Corder
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July 27, 2026
German cookie manufacturer locating operations in Madison with $70 million investment
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Frank Corder
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July 23, 2026
SIP Manufacturing coming to the Sip with $100 million investment
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Frank Corder
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July 14, 2026
Aluminum Dynamics investing another $200 million in Lowndes County
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Alistair Begg
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July 28, 2026
From fear to faith
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Robert St. John
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July 27, 2026
What you can’t buy in New Orleans
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Alistair Begg
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July 27, 2026
No ordinary death
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July 27, 2026
When junk science decides guilt in the South
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Sid Salter
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July 22, 2026
Critics aside, revamped youth court system is a Mississippi reform that’s long overdue
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Russ Latino
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July 21, 2026
Nolan Wells’ death is tragic on so many levels
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