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Frank Corder
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October 27, 2021
Voyant Beauty increasing capacity in Olive Branch
The company is investing $13.17 million and creating 80 jobs while retaining 57 others. Voyant Beauty, manufacturer of beauty and personal care products, is expanding in Olive Branch. The project is a $13.17 million corporate investment and will create 80 new jobs and retain 57 existing jobs. “Economic development is highly competitive among states, and Voyant Beauty’s decision…
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Frank Corder
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October 27, 2021
Ingalls workers concerned Mississippi, lawmakers aren’t fighting Biden’s COVID vaccine mandates
While they don’t represent districts where the shipyard is located, two state legislators – Rep. Owen and Sen. McDaniel – are speaking out. Since President Joe Biden handed down the mandate that all employees of federal contractors be vaccinated or face termination of their contracts, Mississippi’s largest industrial employer – Huntington Ingalls Shipbuilding – has…
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Frank Corder
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October 26, 2021
Madera Fuels locating collection and processing operations in Vicksburg
The company is creating 30 jobs with a $4.859 million corporate investment. Recycling company Madera Fuels is locating material collection and processing operations in Vicksburg. The project is a $4.859 million corporate investment and will create 30 jobs. “While Mississippi remains steadfast in its efforts to recruit traditional economic development projects, our economic development team also…
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Anne Summerhays
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October 25, 2021
Hyde-Smith welcomes $1.87 million from USDA Rural Development Grants
Grants given for distance learning and telehealth projects in three Mississippi school districts Today, U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith announced the award of grants worth more than $1.87 million for distance learning and telehealth networks in three rural Mississippi school districts. The USDA Rural Development approved Distance Learning and Telemedicine (DLT) program grants to West Point Consolidated…
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Sarah Ulmer
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October 22, 2021
MEC’s annual Hob Nob back in person in Jackson
The Mississippi Economic Council’s annual Hob Nob event will be back in person on Thursday, October 28 in downtown Jackson. The event will take place at the Mississippi Coliseum starting at 8:30 a.m. The cost of admission for members is $60 and for non-members it is $90. The event will feature its traditional political speaking,…
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Magnolia Tribune
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October 22, 2021
GIPSON: Government Policies Creating Serious Challenges for Commerce
Submitted by Andy Gipson, Mississippi Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce “There is a coming crisis in American commerce fueled by an idle workforce, supply chain shortages, inflation, and federal mandates.” As we enter the fourth quarter of the year, 2021 is shaping up as another one for the books. While life for many is getting back…
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Frank Corder
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October 21, 2021
Insurance Commissioner Chaney: Biden’s tax proposal will drive property insurance higher for Mississippians
“As your Insurance Commissioner, protecting consumers in the State of Mississippi is my number one priority,” Chaney says. Mississippi Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney is raising awareness of what President Joe Biden’s “Build Back Better” tax proposals making their way through Congress could mean to Magnolia State property owners. Chaney joined Y’all Politics on Thursday to…
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Sarah Ulmer
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October 21, 2021
Mississippi businesses speak out against proposed IRS reporting
MEC and MBA oppose intrusive IRS reporting proposal by Biden administration. Lawmakers in D.C. are discussing a Biden Administration proposal that would require banks and financial service providers to report transactions in Mississippians personal or business bank accounts. The Mississippi Economic Council and Mississippi Bankers Association are opposed to this proposal because they say it…
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Magnolia Tribune
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October 21, 2021
FOOTE: Natural Gas Rocks the World
Submitted by Ashby Foote, Bigger Pie Forum Price discovery is a critical component of free market economies. It is how entrepreneurs, businesses and investors identify risks and opportunities as they allocate capital to both avoid pitfalls and exploit new developments across the economy. Low prices might mean excess supply or perhaps slumping demand. Higher prices…
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Sarah Ulmer
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October 20, 2021
Medical marijuana draft in possible final form, waits for special session
State Senator Blackwell says he does not anticipate any additional changes to current draft of medical marijuana bill. As of mid-October, there is still no sign that Governor Tate Reeves will call a special session for medical marijuana. During an interview on SuperTalk radio, State Senator Kevin Blackwell, a major player in the crafting of…
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Anne Summerhays
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October 20, 2021
Average gas price in Mississippi has officially risen to $3.00, over $1 more than this time last year
As of today, the national average price for a gallon of gas stands at $3.357, per AAA. Mississippi gas prices have been steadily increasing since the 2020 Presidential Election. On May 10, 2021, the average gas price per gallon in Mississippi was $2.59 compared to $1.48 on the same day one year ago. Now,…
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Frank Corder
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October 20, 2021
Largest green hydrogen project of its kind in U.S. coming to Mississippi by way of Hy Stor Energy
Mississippi leaders support the project that will create a Clean Hydrogen Hub in the state. According to BusinessWire, Hy Stor Energy has announced its mission to develop and advance the production, storage and delivery of green hydrogen at scale in the United States. The Mississippi Clean Hydrogen Hub will represent the largest green hydrogen project…
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Russ Latino
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October 6, 2024
Wicker says America can walk and chew bubble gum at the same time
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Paul Wiseman, Associated Press
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October 4, 2024
US adds a robust 254,000 jobs and unemployment dips to 4.1% in sign of still-sturdy labor market
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Magnolia Tribune
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October 4, 2024
Magnolia Mornings: October 4, 2024
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Lynne Jeter
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October 6, 2024
Tupelo region posts $711 million in project investments since 2020, adds 2,850 jobs
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Lynne Jeter
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October 2, 2024
Fashion industry pro Abigail Linton discusses next steps as GenTeal CEO
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Lynne Jeter
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September 30, 2024
Longshoremen union strike at U.S. ports could impact consumers
Culture
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John Pitts
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October 6, 2024
Amid college football pandemonium, Ole Miss returns to form
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John Pitts
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October 6, 2024
Week 6: Mississippi High School Football Scoreboard
Culture
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Marilyn Tinnin
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October 6, 2024
Mississippi Legends: Patrick Kelly
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Matt Friedeman
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October 6, 2024
Preachers and politics
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Russ Latino
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October 4, 2024
A serious moment in America demands serious Americans
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Wil Ervin
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October 2, 2024
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