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Sarah Ulmer
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February 21, 2023
No income tax cut proposal to come from the Mississippi House
Prior to the first major appropriations deadline, no individual income tax cut bill was proposed, signalling the end of the topic for the 2023 session. The House Ways and Means committee came and went on Tuesday with no introduction of an income tax cut bill. Representative Trey Lamar told reporters earlier that day that if…
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Sarah Ulmer
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February 21, 2023
Student financial aid opportunities could see major changes on state level
This would be the first time a Pell Grant recipient could also receive MTAG since the program began. High school graduates seeking financial aid from MTAG could be in for a surprise with major changes to the eligibility requirements coming from a House bill in the Mississippi Legislature. MTAG, the Mississippi Tuition Assistance Grant…
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Anne Summerhays
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February 20, 2023
Governor Reeves on key legislative actions: Postpartum Medicaid expansion and HB 1020
Governor Reeves comments on legislative actions including proposed Capitol Complex Enforcement District court system. Last week, Governor Tate Reeves announced a massive infrastructure proposal and site development investments which aim to drive further economic development and growth in Mississippi. The proposed infrastructure investments represent approximately $1.3 billion in transportation capacity project funding. The plan also includes…
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Russ Latino
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February 19, 2023
Democrats create headache cutting Presley challengers
Democrats' decision not to certify Hickingbottom & Wash for Governor raises questions about dozens of other similarly situated candidates. A total of 56 other Democratic candidates did not file a statement of economic interest by deadline.
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Anne Summerhays
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February 17, 2023
Mississippi House rejects Medicaid expansion amendment
State Rep. Robert Johnson, Democratic Leader in the House, attempted to amend an appropriations bill to expand Medicaid. It failed. On Wednesday, the Mississippi House took up a variety of appropriations bills, including H.B. 1624 which is the appropriation for the Division of Medicaid. Though the bill was ultimately passed by a vote of 107-5,…
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Sarah Ulmer
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February 17, 2023
Mississippi Legislature offers multiple measures to aid in state’s hospital crisis
From grant programs to rural hospital consolidation and collaborations, lawmakers working to address hospital needs. Lawmakers are working to address the healthcare crisis among hospitals in the state of Mississippi. There are several bills that address key issues currently facing hospitals. Hospital Grant Program Both chambers have presented legislation to begin grant programs that will…
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Frank Corder
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February 16, 2023
MSGOP dismisses four residency challenges, certifies candidates
Candidates for Northern PSC, Senate, House and DA all remain in their races. The Mississippi Republican Party State Executive Committee met Thursday to consider the residency challenges for four candidates in state races for this 2023 cycle. The candidates in question were: All four candidates were certified to run, meaning the residency challenges were dismissed…
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Anne Summerhays
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February 16, 2023
Governor Reeves proposes nearly $1.3 billion in infrastructure investments
The Mississippi Governor announced $57 million in new funding to develop project-ready sites for future economic development. During a press conference on Thursday, Governor Tate Reeves announced his plan to promote economic development and capital investments in Mississippi. His plan includes proposed major infrastructure investments throughout Mississippi. “My plan that we’re announcing today is comprised of…
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Sarah Ulmer
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February 16, 2023
Q&A with Secretary of State candidate Shuwaski Young
The Democratic candidate addressed questions regarding his residency while calling for mail-in balloting and early voting. Shuwaski Young, ran for Congress in the Third District in 2022 unsuccessfully. He is now running for Mississippi Secretary of State in the 2023 statewide elections. The Democrat is challenging incumbent Republican Michael Watson for the seat. Young talks…
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Anne Summerhays
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February 16, 2023
Governor Reeves appoints Parker as Lamar County Court Judge
A special election will be held in November, with the winner serving out the remainder of the term. On Wednesday, Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves announced the appointment of Joseph “Jop” Parker as the County Court Judge for Lamar County. Parker’s term will begin on February 20, 2023. Governor Reeves has called for a special election…
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Sarah Ulmer
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February 16, 2023
Mississippi Medicaid finds sex reassignment treatment not safe or effective for gender dysphoria
The REAP Act addressing such procedures passed the Mississippi House and out of committee in the Senate. The Mississippi Division of Medicaid has released a treatment position addressed to health plan presidents regarding gender dysphoria in children and adolescents. In the letter written by the Executive Director for Medicaid, Drew Snyder, he states that after…
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Anne Summerhays
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February 15, 2023
A look at the ongoing Jackson water troubles
The State intervened last year which then led to the Feds stepping in. Now the Legislature is considering options. The capital city of Jackson, Mississippi has experienced ongoing water infrastructure troubles for many years. The municipal water system had been subject to the management and operation of the City itself, as are most water systems…
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Michael Sisak, Associated Press
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November 19, 2024
New York prosecutors say they will oppose dismissing Trump’s hush money conviction
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Frank Corder
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November 19, 2024
Judicial runoff elections two days before Thanksgiving in Central, South Mississippi
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Magnolia Tribune
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November 19, 2024
Magnolia Mornings: November 19, 2024
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Leah Long
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November 18, 2024
Shop Mississippi small businesses to show your appreciation this holiday season
Business
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Lynne Jeter
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November 17, 2024
Tanner McCraney, founder of Rumie, overcomes adversity to launch nation’s largest college marketplace
Business
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Lynne Jeter
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November 13, 2024
Raising the success factor for female entrepreneurs
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Parrish Alford
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November 19, 2024
Mississippi College shutting down DII football program, cites NIL
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C.H. Spurgeon
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November 19, 2024
The way of salvation
Culture
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Parrish Alford
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November 18, 2024
Ole Miss heads to Gainesville for next ‘must win’ against scrappy Gators squad
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Bill Crawford
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November 17, 2024
Rep. Guest on spot after Gaetz nomination
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Lesley Davis
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November 14, 2024
National Sorority Leadership: Get your politics out of our sisterhood
Opinion
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Charles Finkley
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November 14, 2024
Embracing renewable energy: An economic opportunity for Mississippi
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