Issues

Issues | 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.

Issues | Cass Rutledge , Frank Corder •

September 4, 2026

Former Ole Miss Chancellor Jones files amicus brief opposing Mississippi’s anti-DEI law

In his brief, Dr. Dan Jones states that the challenged portions of HB 1193 “create a minefield for school boards, administrators, and teachers.” The law restricts the use of DEI when making decisions concerning school employment, academic opportunities, and student engagement in Mississippi public schools and universities.

Issues | Cass Rutledge •

September 2, 2026

$10 million USDA grant supports expansion of Leland Medical Clinic

Delta Health Alliance says the expansion will improve access to healthcare in the rural Delta area and strengthen the local workforce.

Issues | Jeremy Pittari •

August 31, 2026

State argues Fifth Circuit should remand Mississippi’s anti-DEI law case to different judge

U.S. District Judge Henry Wingate placed an indefinite injunction against HB 1193 last year. His use of AI to draft the order, and the inaccuracies contained therein, raised concerns all the way up to the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee.

Issues | 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.

Issues | Jeremy Pittari •

August 27, 2026

Mississippi State University dedicates plaza for first black student to attend the institution

Holmes Plaza on the MSU campus now recognizes the contributions and life of Dr. Richard E. Holmes.

Issues | Jeremy Pittari •

August 26, 2026

Miss. Dept. of Education to hold statewide meetings to help parents boost literacy in K-3 children

The meetings will be held in local school districts across Mississippi, but parents can attend any meeting that best fits their schedule.

Issues | 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.

Issues | Clara Turnage •

August 25, 2026

Telehealth coaching helps rural patients take charge of diabetes care

Mississippi participants say personalized coaching made managing diabetes feel less overwhelming.

Issues | Cass Rutledge •

August 25, 2026

Mississippi launches UPSKILL grant for adult education, training for in-demand careers

The grant will cover any remaining tuition and fees after other aid is applied and include an additional $500 annual stipend for books and other educational materials.

Issues | Jeremy Pittari •

August 24, 2026

State Board of Education approves new math cut score, updated excused absence policy

The Mississippi State Board of Education also heard an update on efforts to improve the ClassWallet system for teachers' classroom funds.

Issues | Jeremy Pittari •

August 21, 2026

State Board of Education hears update on Okolona School District’s financial woes, latest statewide MAAP scores

Chief Accountability Officer Dr. Paula Vanderford told the State Board of Education that the most recent MAAP assessment does differ from prior years, adding that this year's testing should be considered a transition year.

News

News | Jeremy Pittari •

September 18, 2026

Lawmakers say Ag Commissioner order on excused school absences is non-binding

News | Jeremy Pittari •

September 18, 2026

House lawmakers exploring ways to cut Mississippi property taxes, car tag fees

News | Cass Rutledge •

September 18, 2026

Industrial Timber expanding its Ripley operations with $2.6 million investment

Business

Business | Frank Corder •

September 15, 2026

Hitachi Energy brings largest U.S. investment to date to Mississippi

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

Culture

Culture | Matt Friedeman •

September 20, 2026

What football can teach us about discipleship

Culture | Brett Martel, Associated Press •

September 18, 2026

Kiffin’s return to face the program he spurned looms over No. 7 LSU’s visit to No. 8 Ole Miss

Culture | Susan Marquez •

September 18, 2026

Acclaimed graphic novelist John Jennings to lead weeklong residency at The MAX

Opinion

Opinion | Sid Salter •

September 16, 2026

Despite many statutory protections, there is no clear constitutional right to clean water

Opinion | Russ Latino •

September 15, 2026

Sydney Sweeney Novig Ad: Body positivity’s double standard

Opinion | Merle Flowers •

September 10, 2026

Issues

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

Former Ole Miss Chancellor Jones files amicus brief opposing Mississippi’s anti-DEI law

$10 million USDA grant supports expansion of Leland Medical Clinic

State argues Fifth Circuit should remand Mississippi’s anti-DEI law case to different judge

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

Mississippi State University dedicates plaza for first black student to attend the institution

Miss. Dept. of Education to hold statewide meetings to help parents boost literacy in K-3 children

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

Telehealth coaching helps rural patients take charge of diabetes care

Mississippi launches UPSKILL grant for adult education, training for in-demand careers

State Board of Education approves new math cut score, updated excused absence policy

State Board of Education hears update on Okolona School District’s financial woes, latest statewide MAAP scores

News

Lawmakers say Ag Commissioner order on excused school absences is non-binding

House lawmakers exploring ways to cut Mississippi property taxes, car tag fees

Industrial Timber expanding its Ripley operations with $2.6 million investment

Business

Hitachi Energy brings largest U.S. investment to date to Mississippi

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

Culture

What football can teach us about discipleship

Kiffin’s return to face the program he spurned looms over No. 7 LSU’s visit to No. 8 Ole Miss

Acclaimed graphic novelist John Jennings to lead weeklong residency at The MAX

Opinion

Despite many statutory protections, there is no clear constitutional right to clean water

Sydney Sweeney Novig Ad: Body positivity’s double standard

Mississippi does not have pharmacies to spare

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