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February 16, 2015
Bryant a “safe bet” for second term as Governor; McDaniel, Watson jockeying for a statewide run
Mississippi: Bryant second term a safe bet; other contests developing Gov. Phil Bryant (R) was elected in 2011 with 61% of the vote, after winning the Republican Primary with 59%. This year, he is running for reelection. With the February filing deadline fast approaching, Bryant has no opposition so far. “Its going to be just…
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February 16, 2015
Speaker ProTem Rep. Greg Snowden: “We will have a substantial increase in education funds.”
Education funding at heart of budget battle A battle is expected to begin Monday over how to best spend state revenues the Mississippi Legislative Budget Office estimates are running $88 million over 2015 projections, with another $112 million accumulated from the state’s 2-percent set aside fund, House Speaker Pro Tempore Greg Snowden said. Snowden (R-Meridian)…
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February 16, 2015
HB 1338 on wrongful death of unborn child making House Democrats scramble
Bill allows wrongful death suits on behalf of unborn JACKSON – A person could sue under the state’s wrongful death statute on behalf of an unborn child under a House bill. House Bill 1338 is generating debate because some lawmakers are unsure of the intent of the bill while others believe it could lead to…
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February 16, 2015
Greenwood “rapper” Jelani Barr enters Democrat primary for Lt. Governor
Former Greenwood Mayoral Candidate Qualifies to Run for Lt. Gov. Yesterday, Greenwood native and self proclaimed rapper, Jelani Barr qualified to run as a Democrat for Lt. Gov. On the onset it makes sense because he’s technically only the second candidate qualify as a Democrat for statewide office…. …I for one am all for candidates…
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February 13, 2015
Left leaning pollster has Jim Hood crushing Chris McDaniel 62/27 in hypothetical matchup for AG
Poll shows AG Hood to be nearly unbeatable Hypothetical race against State Sen. Chris McDaniel (R-Ellisville) Chris McDaniel has substantial name ID at 78% In a hypothetical head-to-head matchup with McDaniel, Hood has a 62% to 27% lead CottonMouth 2/13/15
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February 13, 2015
SOS Delbert Hosemann – Internet Fundraising—Mississippi takes the Lead
Internet Fundraising—Mississippi takes the Lead A new method for small businesses to raise start-up capital through the internet will soon be available in Mississippi, despite federal inaction by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). “Crowdfunding is proven way to raise funds to start or expand a small business through the internet, typically through small individual…
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February 13, 2015
US Senators Thad Cochran & Roger Wicker Support Concealed Carry Proposal
Legislation Would Provide Reciprocity for Legal Gun Owners Across State Lines U.S. Senators Thad Cochran, R-Miss., and Roger Wicker, R-Miss., have cosponsored a bill to allow persons with concealed carry permits to use them in other states with similar laws. The “Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act” is authored by Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas. “The privilege…
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February 13, 2015
Latest Bill Minor screed targeted at Rep. Bill Denny (R-Jackson)
Bill Minor: Lawmaker derails good bills, dodges blame A past master at monkey wrench throwing is Republican Rep. Bill Denny of Jackson, who at 84 is believed to be the oldest member of the Legislature. Last week, an apparent unrepentant Denny weighed in as an advocate for a lifesaving law to bar motorists from texting…
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February 13, 2015
PERRY on Reeves’ tax cuts and ‘Elvis’ Johnson
BRIAN PERRY/Tax cuts and ‘Elvis’ Tuesday, in Richland, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves announced his “Taxpayer Pay Raise Act of 2015” which would eliminate the lowest state income tax bracket, create a self-employment tax deduction for income tax and eliminate the franchise tax. Unless you are an accountant, attorney or policy wonk, tax reforms isn’t the…
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February 13, 2015
MS House passes election bill clarifying party primary runoff participation
House Bill Would Clarify Who May Vote in Primary Runoffs A bill clarifying who may vote in party primary runoffs is moving forward. The Mississippi House Thursday passed House Bill 1069 by a vote of 101-19. It makes it a misdemeanor to vote or try to vote in one party’s primary runoff after voting in…
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February 13, 2015
Vaccination leniency bill dies in MS House
Vaccination Bill Dies, Other Health Care Reforms Passed in the Mississippi House JACKSON, Miss.–There will be no changes this year to the vaccination laws in Mississippi. A bill that would have allowed more exemptions for parents who want to send their children to school but don’t want them vaccinated died Thursday in the Mississippi House.…
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February 13, 2015
#TimTebowAct dies in MS Senate
Mississippi Senate slams the door on homeschoolers wanting to play public school sports JACKSON, Mississippi — Mississippi lawmakers are saying no to home school students who want play sports in public schools. Senate Bill 2329 died Thursday when 17 senators voted for it and 31 voted against it. The bill said home school students could…
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September 26, 2025
House committee hears arguments for, against more school choice in Mississippi
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Daniel Tyson
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September 26, 2025
Lawmakers express concerns over lengthy Arkabutla Dam modification project
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September 26, 2025
Magnolia Mornings: September 26, 2025
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Lynne Jeter
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September 25, 2025
Jabil establishing $70 million facility in Marshall County
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September 23, 2025
Tandon to speak on trailblazing regenerative medicine at Southern Miss University Forum
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September 17, 2025
Ridgeland-based HORNE to join BDO USA
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Ben Smith
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September 26, 2025
America has a people problem
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September 26, 2025
A joyful heart
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September 25, 2025
SEC coaches mostly on board with new scheduling that ends some long-time annual matchups
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Connie Dolan
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September 26, 2025
In Mississippi, safety and growth go hand in hand
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Kimberly Ross
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September 25, 2025
It’s okay to trust some science
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Starla Brown
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September 24, 2025
Break down the barriers: How zoning reform can reignite the American Dream
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