Economy

Economy | Paul Wiseman, Associated Press •

October 2, 2026

U.S. adds disappointing 29,000 jobs and unemployment ticks up to 4.2% in September

The Labor Department reported Friday that hiring dropped from a revised 133,000 in August. The unemployment rate rose to a still-low 4.2% from 4.1% in August. Economists had expected 90,000 new jobs.

Economy | Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press •

September 30, 2026

Inflation cooled slightly last month even as consumers stepped up spending

Excluding the volatile energy and food categories, inflation came in lower than expectations, rising 3% in August from a year ago.

Economy | Paul Wiseman, Associated Press •

September 30, 2026

U.S. economy grew a solid 2.2% in the second quarter, government says, upgrading previous estimate

The second-quarter growth number was an improvement on the department’s previous estimate of 1.5%. Consumer spending — which accounts for about 70% of U.S. economic activity — increased at a healthy 3.8% annual pace, up from 0.7% in the January-March period.

Economy | Paul Wiseman, Associated Press •

September 29, 2026

U.S. job openings slipped to 7.1 million in August but labor market remains sturdy

The Labor Department’s Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) also showed that layoffs fell and the number of people quitting their jobs — a sign of confidence in their prospects — was little changed in August.

Economy | Paul Wiseman, Associated Press •

September 24, 2026

Claims for unemployment benefits drop to 197,000, the lowest since mid-July as layoffs remain rare

Fewer people applied for U.S. unemployment benefits last week, as U.S. jobless claims remain at historically low levels and most Americans enjoy job security.

Economy | Stan Choe, Associated Press •

September 17, 2026

U.S. stocks rally to their best day in 6 weeks after oil prices and bond yields ease

Stocks got a boost after the price for a barrel of Brent crude oil slid 1% to settle back below $105. That helped pull the yield on the 10-year Treasury down to 4.93%.

Economy | Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press •

September 16, 2026

Federal Reserve hikes key rate for first time in 3 years, defying Trump demands for a cut

The quarter-point increase lifts the Fed’s key rate to about 3.9% and, over time, could result in higher borrowing costs for mortgages, auto loans, and credit cards.

Economy | Anne D'Innocenzio, Associated Press •

September 16, 2026

Retail sales rise a better-than-expected 1.2% in August after shoppers pulled back spending in July

Consumers may be griping about higher prices at the pump and elsewhere, but they keep spending, helping to power the economy, according to the latest government snapshot.

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.

News

News | Frank Corder •

October 6, 2026

As Colom tries to capitalize on anti-data center sentiment, Entergy Mississippi says customers are benefitting from data centers, not subsidizing them

News | Frank Corder •

October 6, 2026

Mississippi revenue collections exceed estimates by $123.3 million for first three months of fiscal year

News | Frank Corder •

October 6, 2026

Governor Reeves praises President Trump’s order to allow red-dyed diesel on the road

Business

Business | Cass Rutledge •

October 6, 2026

Westwin Elements investing $502 million to establish nickel refinery in Natchez

Business | Cass Rutledge •

October 2, 2026

Gasifier manufacturer Janus Organization bringing 13 jobs to Greenwood

Business | Cass Rutledge •

October 1, 2026

Tech entrepreneur turns Hurricane Katrina tragedy into company to preserve family memories

Culture

Culture | Meredith Biesinger •

October 6, 2026

A Far Out stay in Starkville: The motel with a Johnny Cash past

Culture | Alistair Begg •

October 6, 2026

Be honest with yourself

Culture | Magnolia Tribune •

October 5, 2026

In focus: Sights from Mississippi State vs. Alabama

Opinion

Opinion | Roger Wicker •

September 28, 2026

Putin must be defeated

Opinion | Sid Salter •

September 23, 2026

Midterm elections in Mississippi shaping up as a familiar exercise in black-and-white

Opinion | Bill Cork •

September 22, 2026

Economy

U.S. adds disappointing 29,000 jobs and unemployment ticks up to 4.2% in September

Inflation cooled slightly last month even as consumers stepped up spending

U.S. economy grew a solid 2.2% in the second quarter, government says, upgrading previous estimate

U.S. job openings slipped to 7.1 million in August but labor market remains sturdy

Claims for unemployment benefits drop to 197,000, the lowest since mid-July as layoffs remain rare

U.S. stocks rally to their best day in 6 weeks after oil prices and bond yields ease

Federal Reserve hikes key rate for first time in 3 years, defying Trump demands for a cut

Retail sales rise a better-than-expected 1.2% in August after shoppers pulled back spending in July

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%

News

As Colom tries to capitalize on anti-data center sentiment, Entergy Mississippi says customers are benefitting from data centers, not subsidizing them

Mississippi revenue collections exceed estimates by $123.3 million for first three months of fiscal year

Governor Reeves praises President Trump’s order to allow red-dyed diesel on the road

Business

Westwin Elements investing $502 million to establish nickel refinery in Natchez

Gasifier manufacturer Janus Organization bringing 13 jobs to Greenwood

Tech entrepreneur turns Hurricane Katrina tragedy into company to preserve family memories

Culture

A Far Out stay in Starkville: The motel with a Johnny Cash past

Be honest with yourself

In focus: Sights from Mississippi State vs. Alabama

Opinion

Putin must be defeated

Midterm elections in Mississippi shaping up as a familiar exercise in black-and-white

The states winning investment are the states ready to deliver

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