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Sarah Ulmer
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November 14, 2022
Contractor approved for work at Jackson water plant
The Jackson City Council unanimously approved a temporary contractor last week. The Jackson City Council unanimously approved the contract with Water Talent LLC as the city continues to tackle water woes at the O.B. Curtis plant. The requirement to select a temporary contractor was set between the state, local and federal government coordinating on the…
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Magnolia Tribune
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November 14, 2022
State Auditor demands over $1.9 million from private prison operator
Management & Training Corporation failed to meet staffing obligations, putting staff and inmates at risk. Today State Auditor Shad White announced that Special Agents from his office have served Management & Training Corporation (MTC) with a civil demand totaling nearly $2 million after the company failed to follow the terms of its contract to operate…
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Frank Corder
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November 14, 2022
Gunasekara announces run for Northern District Public Service Commissioner
The Republican looks to challenge four-term incumbent Democrat Brandon Presley in 2023. Northern District Public Service Commissioner Brandon Presley, a Democrat, ran unopposed in 2019. That will not be the case in 2023. Mandy Gunasekara, a Republican, announced Monday morning that she would be running for the Northern PSC seat, seeking to establish conservative leadership…
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Guest Editorial
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November 11, 2022
McRAE: A Gift that Keeps Giving
Submitted by State Treasurer David McRae “If you’d like to beat the rush at the mall and the endless scrolling on Amazon, consider funding a 529 College Savings plan instead,” writes McRae. I know it’s not yet Thanksgiving (and the weather as of late is hardly wintery), but the fall decorations have already been cleared…
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Sarah Ulmer
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November 11, 2022
Federal judge strikes down Biden student loan forgiveness plan
The Biden Administration says roughly 26 million Americans have already applied for the program. In August, President Joe Biden announced that he was authorizing a student loan debt forgiveness program for up to $10,000 of student loan debt per borrower for those who make under $125,000 annually. For married couples who file jointly and make…
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Guest Editorial
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November 11, 2022
WICKER: Infrastructure and Education Promise Bright Future in Mississippi
Submitted by Senator Roger Wicker The Mississippi Senator promotes initiatives across the state. Over the past month, I have had the privilege of traveling across Mississippi to meet with students, teachers, builders, and innovators who are shaping the future of our state. I am always inspired by the dedication of these Mississippians. As a U.S.…
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Anne Summerhays
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November 11, 2022
SBE awards 11 school districts with $15 million in grants for new State Invested Pre-K programs
SIP programs will expand high-quality pre-K programs, have capacity to serve 1,000 4-year-old children in 50 classrooms in school districts. On Thursday, the State Board of Education awarded $15,450,000 in grants to 11 school districts to implement new State Invested Pre-K (SIP) programs. During the 2022 legislative session, the Mississippi Legislature appropriated $20 million in…
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Guest Editorial
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November 11, 2022
LATINO: The stories of men and women like Lucedale-native Jake Lindsey deserve to be remembered
Submitted by Russ Latino For every Lindsey, there are tens of thousands of Mississippians who have laced up boots in service without the same fanfare or remembrance. Jake W. Lindsey, a Lucedale, MS native, served his country valiantly in both World War II and Korea. On November 16, 1944, Lindsey found himself pinned down outside…
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Anne Summerhays
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November 11, 2022
Singing River Healthcare Academy breaks ground as Mississippi’s first medical workforce academy
In year one, a total of 1,000 or more students are projected to be trained through the Healthcare Academy in Jackson County. On Thursday, the Singing River Healthcare Academy broke ground as Mississippi’s first medical workforce academy. The Healthcare Academy, located in Jackson County, is established as the state’s first-ever medical apprenticeship program implemented to…
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November 11, 2022
WILLIAMS: Where the Smart Money Goes
SUBMITTED BY KELLEY WILLIAMS WITH BIGGER PIE FORUM “Capital goes where it’s welcome and stays where it’s appreciated,” Williams writes. The legislature met in special session last week and voted $247 million in state incentives (sweeteners) for Steel Dynamics’ new $2.5 billion recycled aluminum plant and other investments. The plant is to be built in…
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Sarah Ulmer
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November 11, 2022
Lawmakers, state leaders react to Speaker Gunn’s decision not to seek re-election
Mississippi leaders reflect on the years Speaker Philip Gunn spent leading the House of Representatives. This week, Mississippi Speaker of the House Philip Gunn announced he would not seek reelection for his state House seat, meaning Representatives will elect a new Speaker after his term concludes in January 2024. RELATED: Speaker Gunn will not seek…
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Frank Corder
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November 11, 2022
Thank a veteran for their service, sacrifice this Veterans Day
America is the greatest nation in the history of the world because of our veterans. America pauses once again on this Veterans Day to honor the brave men and women in uniform who have fought to protect our freedom. It is through their willing service and the sacrifice of their families that every American remains…
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Marc Levy, Associated Press
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February 27, 2025
In a reversal, plans for U.S. natural gas power grow
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Daniel Tyson
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February 27, 2025
Indigent counsel fees could soon be increased in Mississippi
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Frank Corder
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February 27, 2025
Speaker White says House, Senate working together on PBM reform
Business
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Frank Corder
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February 25, 2025
Camgian announces $2.5 million expansion in Starkville
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Lynne Jeter
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February 23, 2025
Creating Futures through Technology Conference slated for March 5-7
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Frank Corder
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February 19, 2025
ROCKWOOL investing over $100 million into new production line at its Marshall County facility
Culture
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Ben Smith
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February 27, 2025
Will federal cuts affect outdoor programs?
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Susan Marquez
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February 27, 2025
Let’s Eat, Mississippi: The Briar Patch in Livingston
Culture
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C.H. Spurgeon
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February 27, 2025
Professor or possessor of faith
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Sid Salter
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February 26, 2025
Controversial ruling against Clarksdale newspaper is puzzling, disturbing and ironic
Opinion
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Patrick Sullivan
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February 24, 2025
In education spending, Mississippi should prioritize work outcomes and ROI
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Justin Hill
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February 24, 2025
Protecting the Secret Ballot: A step forward for Mississippi’s workers and taxpayers
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