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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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Anne Summerhays
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February 15, 2023
ExcelinEd highlights impact of Mississippi’s Literacy-Based Promotion Act
Jeb Bush, Dr. Carey Wright, and Dr. Kymyona Burk led a webinar to discuss the state’s literacy success. On Tuesday, ExcelinEd and former Mississippi State Superintendent of Education Dr. Carey Wright joined together to present a webinar where they discussed the Mississippi Literacy-Based Promotion Act and how the Magnolia state became a model for literacy…
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Frank Corder
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March 13, 2026
Mississippi National Guard airmen, soldiers deployed to support Operation Epic Fury
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Jeremy Pittari
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March 13, 2026
House seeks transparency in MDOC spending
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Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press
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March 13, 2026
Key inflation gauge worsened in January, before Iran war lifted gas prices
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Frank Corder
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March 12, 2026
Unions ratify largest single wage increase in Ingalls Shipbuilding history
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Frank Corder
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March 12, 2026
Southwark Metal announces $29 million expansion in DeSoto County
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Frank Corder
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March 11, 2026
GE Aerospace investing another $18 million in Batesville site
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Susan Marquez
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March 13, 2026
Experience Sheep to Shawl at Waller Craft Center
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Alistair Begg
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March 13, 2026
Much in common
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Teresa M. Walker, Associated Press
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March 12, 2026
Chris Beard’s Ole Miss team stuns Texas at SEC tourney, hurting the Longhorns’ NCAA hopes
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Mattias Gugel
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March 12, 2026
Why Mississippi’s anti-debanking bill could backfire on conservative groups
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David McRae
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March 12, 2026
Mississippi should lead on fair banking – not wait on Washington
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Sid Salter
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March 11, 2026
Fred Smith’s legacy is one of civility, curiosity, and a world-class love of books
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