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Sarah Ulmer
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August 8, 2018
SALTER: Senate hopefuls leave Neshoba with very different kinds of campaign momentum
By: Sid Salter The major contenders in the 2018 Class II U.S. Senate nonpartisan special election on Nov. 6 left the state’s premier political stump with very different kinds of momentum. Neshoba County Fair speeches from Republican U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith of Brookhaven, GOP state Sen. Chris McDaniel of Ellisville, and Democratic former secretary of agriculture Mike Espy…
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Courtney Ingle
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August 7, 2018
Charter schools on the slow rise in Mississippi
Since 1992, charter schools have been developing around the country in an effort to give parents additional choices for their child’s education. Charter schools are free, do not have admission requirements, and parents and students can choose that school for their child. It wasn’t until 2013 that Governor Phil Bryant signed legislation that became one…
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Sarah Ulmer
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August 6, 2018
Evers home inducted into the African American Civil Rights Network
On Friday, the Medgar Evers home in Jackson was inducted into the African American Civil Rights Network. The Medgar Evers House is located on Margaret Walker Alexander Drive in Jackson, Mississippi. It was originally built in 1956 and is the former home of African-American civil rights activist Medgar Evers, at the time of his death.…
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Sarah Ulmer
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August 3, 2018
David Baria at Neshoba: Started at the bottom–24 years later, still here
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate David Baria spent his 10 minutes on the Founder’s Square Pavilion stage laying out his plans for D.C. and pointing out the lack of changes he’s seen in 24 years of Wicker in the Senate. Coining terms like “Roger the Dodger,” Baria repeatedly called out the Senator for not wanting to…
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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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Jeremy Pittari
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December 15, 2025
Lawmakers see financial literacy as a growing need in Mississippi’s colleges and universities
News
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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
Business
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Frank Corder
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December 11, 2025
$100 million metallurgical biocarbon manufacturer locating in Pike County
Business
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Frank Corder
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December 2, 2025
BWC Terminals break ground in Pascagoula
Business
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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
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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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