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Courtney Ingle
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August 2, 2018
Espy at Neshoba: “I will be an independent Senator for Mississippi..”
Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate Mike Espy stated at the Neshoba County Fair Thursday that’s he going far above playing party politics if elected to Washington. “I’ll be an independent senator for Mississippi,” said Espy. “I’ll work with Republicans and Democrats.” For much of his speech, Espy touted things he’s already accomplished for the state…
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Courtney Ingle
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August 2, 2018
Gipson at Neshoba: Genuine MS, helping solve farmers’ issues
The eighth Mississippi Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce joined the litany of politicians speaking their peace at the Neshoba County Fair Thursday. Commissioner Andy Gipson gave a progress report of what he’s been seeing since taking the office. “During my travels, I’ve been hearing four common issues from farmers all over Mississippi: the priority of…
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Courtney Ingle
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August 2, 2018
O’Hara at Neshoba: Lower gas prices, make schools safe, legalize marijuana
Reform Party Candidate Shawn O’Hara used his time at the Neshoba County Fair Thursday to spell out his agenda if he were to be elected to the U.S. Senate. O’Hara laid out the following list: Lower gas prices Make schools safe again Legalize marijuana for industrial, medical, and recreational use and tax it End…
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Courtney Ingle
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August 2, 2018
Danny Bedwell at Neshoba: The two parties brought debt, big government
Libertarian candidate for U.S. Senate Danny Bedwell explained his limited government stance from the historic podium of politicking at the Neshoba County Fair Thursday. “I’m limited government,” said Bedwell. “Just so you know. From the fiscal side, from the economic side, and from the civil liberties side.” Bedwell stated that no one was “smart enough”…
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Courtney Ingle
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August 2, 2018
Reeves at Neshoba: Praises tax cuts and Guest for Congress, stands up to liberals and media
During his 16th run at the Neshoba County Fair, Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves praised tax cuts, endorsed Michael Guest for Congress, stood up to liberals and the media and went after Attorney General Jim Hood. The remarks on the media came after news stories claimed that the frontage road work being done along Lakeland…
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Courtney Ingle
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August 1, 2018
Shad White at Neshoba: We’re auditing the auditor’s office
Only 26 days have elapsed since Shad White was appointed State Auditor. White discussed some immediate changes and projects that have been made in the four short weeks since he was sworn into the position. Tuesday, the Auditor’s office released its budget request to the legislature– they’re asking for $100,000 less than spent last year.…
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Courtney Ingle
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August 1, 2018
Dick Hall at Neshoba: 1987 money can’t fix today’s roads
Transportation Commissioner Dick Hall spared no time in his under-10-minute session at the Neshoba County Fair Pavilion when it came to defending the Mississippi Department of Transportation. Hall said the stated mission of the agency is to plan, design, construct and maintain the roads and bridges in Mississippi. “But I want you to tell me…
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Courtney Ingle
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August 1, 2018
Tobey Bartee at Neshoba: We have to come together for the future
Gautier native and U.S. Senate candidate Tobey Bartee stood behind the historic blue podium at the Neshoba County Fair Wednesday to highlight issues he sees the country and the state experience in infrastructure, education, and poverty. “The struggles I highlight today are not unique to Mississippi,” said Bartee. “We see them in rural, suburban and…
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Courtney Ingle
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August 1, 2018
Cecil Brown at Neshoba: Vote for change, or don’t if you’re okay with what you’ve got
Public Service Commissioner for the Central District of Mississippi Cecil Brown used his eleven-and-a-half minutes to call all Mississippi voters’ attention to the upcoming elections cycles. His message? If you’re okay with what you’ve got, keep the people you have. “According to the Congressional Budget Office,” said Brown. “For the first time ever.. we will…
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Sarah Ulmer
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August 1, 2018
SALTER: Mid-term election stakes are high for state’s farmers in wake of trade disputes and tariffs
By: Sid Salter While it’s easy to get caught up in the lunge-and-parry of personality politics in Mississippi’s 2018 congressional elections, the fact is that this election cycle is fraught with issues and concerns that are very real to Mississippi voters and that’s particularly true for Mississippi farmers, ranchers, and producers. I had an opportunity…
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Sarah Ulmer
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July 30, 2018
Mississippi ranks Top 10 in multiple categories for 14th annual Business Facilities Rankings Report
The Business Facilities 14th Annual Ranking Report keeps pace with evolving priorities of economic development and tracks red-hot growth sectors, kicking off with the state rankings report. Mississippi is ranking in the top ten for Best Business Climate, Economic Growth Potential, FTZ Activity (exports), and Manufacturing (% of workforce). The report charts the evolution of…
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Sarah Ulmer
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July 26, 2018
Opinion: Government Created The Student Loan Crisis
By: Brett Kittredge, Director of Marketing and Communications for Mississippi Center for Public Policy. Attorney General Jim Hood has filed a lawsuit against student loan lender Navient alleging “widespread abuses across all aspects of its student loan business.” Just last month the attorney general of California filed a similar suit. Prior to that, a handful of…
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Frank Corder
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May 23, 2025
Special session called for next week as House, Senate reach budget agreement
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Frank Corder
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May 23, 2025
President Trump approves Mississippi’s request for assistance for March storms
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Daniel Tyson
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May 23, 2025
Mississippi pauses to honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice this Memorial Day
Business
Business
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Frank Corder
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May 19, 2025
Modine expanding data center cooling equipment manufacturing in Grenada County
Business
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Lynne Jeter
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May 19, 2025
Goldman Sachs honors inaugural Mississippi small business graduating class
Business
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Frank Corder
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May 15, 2025
HH2 relocating Kentucky distribution center to Blue Mountain, Mississippi
Culture
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Ben Smith
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May 23, 2025
Leaves of three, let it be
Culture
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Susan Marquez
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May 23, 2025
Walter Anderson Museum of Art opens The Traveler, a new contemporary art experience and cafe
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C.H. Spurgeon
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May 23, 2025
For the unbeliever
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Opinion
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Chip Pickering
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May 21, 2025
AI’s full business potential will be stifled by state regulations: Why a federal AI strategy is needed
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Jeff Hale
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May 21, 2025
Where energy innovation meets emergency readiness
Opinion
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Kimberly Ross
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May 19, 2025
The boys are not alright
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