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Culture  |  Magnolia Tribune  • 
January 7, 2022

White House announces $66.9 million for Mississippi Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program

Using ARPA funding, the amount is $33.8 million over the usual appropriation. Today, the White House announced that due to passage of the American Rescue Plan, Mississippi is receiving $66.9 million for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) available this fiscal year (October 2021 to September 2022). The state’s annual appropriation has been…
Culture  |  Anne Summerhays  • 
January 7, 2022

Medical Marijuana bill expected to be considered by Mississippi Legislature next week

The main sticking point as of late has been the amount of product allowed to patients at any one time, something lawmakers don’t expect to change despite Governor Reeves’ urging. When the 2022 legislative session gaveled in on Tuesday, lawmakers were met with a plethora of important issues to discuss before they Sine Die, perhaps…