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May 4, 2022
LATINO: Inflation’s Scapegoats
Submitted by Russ Latino “If there is a silver lining in this moment, it is hard proof that sound monetary and fiscal policy matters. Runaway spending is harmful. Central economic planning is folly.” Scapegoats are popular in modern politics. Consider America’s current experience with inflation. When President Biden took office, the consumer price index (CPI)…
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Guest Editorial
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May 3, 2022
MORGAN: The future of travel in Mississippi – Looking ahead with confidence
Submitted by Danielle Morgan, Executive Director, Mississippi Tourism Association “Travel is a significant economic driver and an important part of who we are as a state.” As Mississippi emerges from the pandemic and begins its next chapter of tourism growth, it’s time to turn the page and confidently look ahead. A time to envision a…
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Magnolia Tribune
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May 3, 2022
Capitol Resources restructures for future growth
The 9-state lobbying and public affairs group announces a sister firm focused solely on federal lobbying efforts. Capitol Resources, LLC is restructuring its operations with long-time Capitol Resources partner John Lundy and Capitol Resources lobbyists, Ty Mabry and Susan Butler, starting a new entity called CR Federal to focus solely on federal lobbying efforts. This move will enable…
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Anne Summerhays
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April 28, 2022
Atmos Energy, Habitat for Humanity host Zero Net Energy home groundbreaking ceremony
The Brown family will purchase the home with a 30-year, zero-interest mortgage. On Thursday, Atmos Energy and Habitat for Humanity Mississippi Capital Area (HFHMCA) held a groundbreaking ceremony for a Zero Net Energy (ZNE) home. This is the first ZNE home to be built in Mississippi. “We believe in making a difference in our communities, and…
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Frank Corder
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April 28, 2022
CORDER: Governor’s vetoes should remind lawmakers of why Municipal Option Sales Tax is a smart idea
Instead of allowing local citizens to decide the fate of local projects, lawmakers are content to put all state taxpayers on the hook via earmarks. Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves announced today that he was issuing line-item vetoes in a budget bill related to earmarks for, among other things, municipal buildings and special local projects that…
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Frank Corder
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April 28, 2022
CLAW Forestry locating sawmill operations in Southwest Mississippi
The company looks to create over 130 jobs with an investment of nearly $200 million. CLAW Forestry Services, LLC announced today that an affiliate is locating a state-of-the-art sawmill in Gloster within Amite County. The project represents a corporate investment of nearly $200 million and will create 131 direct jobs and support an additional 200…
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Frank Corder
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April 26, 2022
State Rep. Bomgar will not seek re-election to House District 58 in 2023
The Madison County state representative is turning his attention to the private sector. State Representative Joel Bomgar (R), who has represented Mississippi House District 58 since 2016, announced today that he will not be seeking re-election in 2023. In a Facebook post on Tuesday, Bomgar said he was making the announcement to give any candidate…
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Frank Corder
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April 25, 2022
MS Dept. of Public Safety reminds CDL drivers to check their medical cards
The federal waiver for medical certificates expired in February 2022. In March 2020, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA) issued a waiver allowing Commercial Driver License (CDL) holders to continue holding CDL privileges with expired medical certificates as a result of the ongoing COVID pandemic. This federal waiver applied to “all Commercial Learner’s Permit…
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Frank Corder
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April 25, 2022
Southern Pipe and Supply consolidating operations in Meridian
The company is creating 20 new jobs and retaining 275 others through a corporate investment of more than $25 million. Southern Pipe and Supply is expanding and consolidating its Meridian distribution operations into one location that will house its central distribution center. The project represents a corporate investment of more than $25 million and will create…
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Sarah Ulmer
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April 22, 2022
Mississippi moves to ban covid vaccine mandates and passports
The legislation applies to state agencies, public officials, universities, community and junior colleges, counties, municipalities, and other political subdivisions. Governor Tate Reeves has signed House Bill 1509, which bans public institutions and agencies from discriminating against individuals based on their COVID-19 vaccination status. It will also ban any requirement for potential vaccine passports. “Throughout the…
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Frank Corder
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April 20, 2022
Mississippi Power’s Plant Daniel in Jackson County slated to cease operation of coal-fired power generation
The change could come as early as 2027. What will the impact be on jobs, the local economy and ratepayers? Southern District PSC Maxwell provides insight. Late last year, Southern Company, a leading energy utility company serving 9 million customers through their subsidiaries including Mississippi Power, announced that it would be closing more than half…
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Anne Summerhays
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April 20, 2022
Governor Tate Reeves delivers update on Mississippi’s workforce development efforts
Reeves also signed Senate Bill 2723 into law. On Wednesday, Governor Tate Reeves held a press conference in which he provided an update on Mississippi’s workforce development efforts as AccelerateMS marks its one-year anniversary. Governor Reeves also signed Senate Bill 2723 into law. During the press conference, the Mississippi Governor announced AccelerateMS’s newest platform, powered by GoodJob, which seeks to…
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Jeremy Pittari
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December 15, 2025
Lawmakers see financial literacy as a growing need in Mississippi’s colleges and universities
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Frank Corder
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December 15, 2025
Amick Farms announces $74.5 million expansion in Jones County
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Mark Sherman, Associated Press
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December 15, 2025
Supreme Court will hear appeal of Black death row inmate over racial bias in Mississippi jury makeup
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Frank Corder
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December 11, 2025
$100 million metallurgical biocarbon manufacturer locating in Pike County
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Frank Corder
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December 2, 2025
BWC Terminals break ground in Pascagoula
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Frank Corder
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November 21, 2025
Ingalls completes sea trials for USS Ted Stevens
Culture
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Robert St. John
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December 15, 2025
The last strand of tinsel
Culture
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Alistair Begg
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December 15, 2025
The law of love
Culture
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Matt Friedeman
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December 14, 2025
Charles Wesley and Christmas
Opinion
Opinion
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Russ Latino
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December 10, 2025
University of Mississippi Chancellor responds to Lauren Stokes’ First Amendment lawsuit, seeks dismissal
Opinion
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Sid Salter
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December 10, 2025
Guardrails or gravel? Why America and Mississippi must get AI regulation right in 2026
Opinion
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Merle Flowers
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December 8, 2025
The Parents Over Platforms Act: A targeted, privacy-respecting alternative to ASAA
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