Economy

Economy | Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press •

September 15, 2026

Federal Reserve is expected to raise its benchmark rate, defying Trump’s demands

The Federal Reserve is widely expected to lift its short-term interest rate for the first time in three years to fight stubbornly high inflation.

Economy | Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press •

September 11, 2026

U.S. inflation picked up as gas prices marched higher due to conflict in the Middle East

The Labor Department said Friday that the consumer price index rose 3.4% last month compared with a year ago, the same as in July. But on a monthly basis, inflation accelerated, as costs jumped 0.4% from July to August, up from an increase of just 0.1% the previous month.

Economy | Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press •

September 10, 2026

U.S. wholesale prices rise in latest sign of stubborn inflation as oil prices continue to climb

Inflation has shown some signs of easing in recent months but is still high, frustrating consumers who are struggling with more expensive gas, groceries, clothing and other essentials.

Economy | Paul Wiseman, Associated Press •

September 4, 2026

U.S. job market rebounds as employers add 162,000 jobs; the unemployment rate stayed at 4.1%

Employers have been reluctant to let go of the staff they have, so most Americans enjoy unusual job security and unemployment is low.

Economy | Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press •

August 28, 2026

Fed Chair Warsh signals rate hikes may be needed with inflation still elevated

Warsh says inflation is still too high and suggested the central bank may have to raise interest rates in the coming months to bring it down, a clearer signal than he has sent before about his economic outlook.

Economy | Paul Wiseman, Associated Press •

August 26, 2026

U.S. economy expanded at sluggish 1.5% pace in second quarter, on par with earlier estimate

The Commerce Department reported Wednesday that growth in gross domestic product — the nation’s output of a goods and services — decelerated from a 2.1% pace from January through March.

Economy | Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press •

August 13, 2026

Wholesale price inflation slowed last month as gas, food costs fall

The Labor Department’s producer price index — which captures inflation before it reaches consumers — rose 4.7% in July from a year ago, down from a much larger 5.5% increase in June.

Economy | Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press •

August 12, 2026

Inflation slows but prices remain elevated as Iran war and spending on AI push up prices

U.S. inflation slowed last month and a measure of underlying price pressures also cooled, suggesting higher oil and gas prices from the Iran war are only having a limited impact on broader costs in the economy.

Economy | Paul Wiseman, Associated Press •

August 7, 2026

U.S. employers unexpectedly cut 23,000 jobs amid strain from the Iran war, unemployment dips to 4.1%

The June jobs numbers from the Labor Department Friday marked a sharp reversal for the American labor market.

Economy | Paul Wiseman, Associated Press •

July 30, 2026

U.S. economy grows at a sluggish 1.5% in second-quarter with inflation remaining stubbornly high

Consumer spending — which accounts for about 70% of U.S. economic activity — increased at a 3.2% annual clip.

Economy | Paul Wiseman, Associated Press •

July 30, 2026

Fed leaves interest rate unchanged but with 3 dissents as Warsh praises ‘good family fight’

Fed Chair Kevin Warsh described the policy discussion to reporters as a “good family fight.” Inflation has been stuck above the central bank’s 2% target for more than five years and Wall Street still expects a rate hike in September.

Economy | Matt Ott, Associated Press •

July 28, 2026

Americans’ confidence in U.S. economy falls as Iran conflict sends gas prices higher

Consumer attitudes had improved modestly in June as gas prices came down to around $3.70 a gallon from more than $4.50 a gallon in late April and early May. But consumer anxiety increased in July, along with the price of gas.

News

News | Magnolia Tribune •

September 15, 2026

Magnolia Mornings: September 15, 2026

News | Jonathan J. Cooper, Associated Press •

September 15, 2026

Supreme Court lets mail ballots flow as normal to voters

News | Frank Corder •

September 14, 2026

State Rep. Mims won’t seek 7th term

Business

Business | Frank Corder •

September 10, 2026

General Atomics announced second expansion this year, bringing 125 more jobs to Shannon

Business | Frank Corder •

September 10, 2026

C Spire expanding fiber network with new high-capacity corridor between Jackson and Olive Branch

Business | Frank Corder •

September 9, 2026

Mayo Clinic Laboratories investing $30 million, creating 234 jobs in Southaven

Culture

Culture | Meredith Biesinger •

September 15, 2026

All Aboard: Discovering Casey Jones and Water Valley’s railroad past

Culture | Alistair Begg •

September 15, 2026

Alienation crucified

Culture | Dave Campbell, Associated Press •

September 14, 2026

Kamario Taylor is blossoming for Mississippi State. A daunting SEC schedule awaits the sophomore QB

Opinion

Opinion | Merle Flowers •

September 10, 2026

Mississippi does not have pharmacies to spare

Opinion | Grant Callen •

September 10, 2026

What I’m looking for in Mississippi’s next governor

Opinion | Delbert Hosemann •

September 9, 2026

Economy

Federal Reserve is expected to raise its benchmark rate, defying Trump’s demands

U.S. inflation picked up as gas prices marched higher due to conflict in the Middle East

U.S. wholesale prices rise in latest sign of stubborn inflation as oil prices continue to climb

U.S. job market rebounds as employers add 162,000 jobs; the unemployment rate stayed at 4.1%

Fed Chair Warsh signals rate hikes may be needed with inflation still elevated

U.S. economy expanded at sluggish 1.5% pace in second quarter, on par with earlier estimate

Wholesale price inflation slowed last month as gas, food costs fall

Inflation slows but prices remain elevated as Iran war and spending on AI push up prices

U.S. employers unexpectedly cut 23,000 jobs amid strain from the Iran war, unemployment dips to 4.1%

U.S. economy grows at a sluggish 1.5% in second-quarter with inflation remaining stubbornly high

Fed leaves interest rate unchanged but with 3 dissents as Warsh praises ‘good family fight’

Americans’ confidence in U.S. economy falls as Iran conflict sends gas prices higher

News

Magnolia Mornings: September 15, 2026

Supreme Court lets mail ballots flow as normal to voters

State Rep. Mims won’t seek 7th term

Business

General Atomics announced second expansion this year, bringing 125 more jobs to Shannon

C Spire expanding fiber network with new high-capacity corridor between Jackson and Olive Branch

Mayo Clinic Laboratories investing $30 million, creating 234 jobs in Southaven

Culture

All Aboard: Discovering Casey Jones and Water Valley’s railroad past

Alienation crucified

Kamario Taylor is blossoming for Mississippi State. A daunting SEC schedule awaits the sophomore QB

Opinion

Mississippi does not have pharmacies to spare

What I’m looking for in Mississippi’s next governor

Senator Cochran was right on timber

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