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Anne Summerhays
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November 15, 2022
Treasurer David McRae urges PERS Board Members to reject ESG policies
“I have grown deeply concerned that the actions of New York investment firms, however, are jeopardizing this system and failing to uphold their fiduciary responsibilities to us,” McRae wrote. On Monday, Treasurer David McRae issued a letter to the Public Employees’ Retirement System of Mississippi (PERS) Board Members, urging the officers to reject Environmental, Social,…
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November 15, 2022
EASLEY: Privacy Act potentially opens trial lawyer can of worms
Submitted by Derek Easley with BIPEC A new wave of frivolous lawsuits could be heading to business owners at a time when record inflation, supply chain challenges are crushing their profits. It’s no secret, especially for our size, that Mississippi is the trial lawyer capital of America. Some have coined the term “jackpot justice” referring…
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Anne Summerhays
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November 14, 2022
Latest Mississippi Writers Trail marker unveiled in Como honoring Stark Young
The marker memorializes the artistic contributions of the novelist and playwright. The Mississippi Writers Trail pays tribute to the state’s most acclaimed and influential writers through a series of historical markers that recognize the importance of place in an author’s life while educating the public about the history and legacy of Mississippi writers. “This statewide…
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Anne Summerhays
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November 14, 2022
Mississippi Justice Institute files suit to protect the right to life in Mississippi
AAPLOG, MJI partner to file lawsuit asking Mississippi’s courts to declare that abortion is not protected by the Mississippi Constitution. On Monday, the Mississippi Justice Institute (MJI) filed a lawsuit on behalf of the American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists (AAPLOG) which seeks to put an end to court-imposed, elective abortion policy in the…
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November 14, 2022
OP-ED: Dawn McVea with NFIB on importance of small business in Mississippi
**Contribution by MS NFIB director, Dawn McVea** Mississippi needs its small businesses, and small business needs us. That’s why I hope everyone will support local shops and restaurants on Small Business Saturday. Small Business Saturday is the Saturday after Thanksgiving and Black Friday, which, of course, is the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season.…
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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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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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Frank Corder
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September 2, 2026
Mississippi’s August revenue collections come in $51 million above estimate
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Cass Rutledge
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September 2, 2026
$10 million USDA grant supports expansion of Leland Medical Clinic
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Jeremy Pittari
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September 2, 2026
Mississippi law enforcement operation targets card skimmer fraud
Business
Business
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Frank Corder
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September 2, 2026
Gulf Ship investing $44 million to expand Gulfport shipyard
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Frank Corder
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August 28, 2026
Ocean Aero creating 45 jobs with $4 million expansion in Gulfport
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Frank Corder
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August 27, 2026
Raytheon announces completion of $50 million expansion in Forest
Culture
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Steve Reed, Associated Press
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September 2, 2026
Clemson’s Swinney says he hasn’t heard from NCAA on tampering allegations he made against Ole Miss
Culture
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Alistair Begg
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September 2, 2026
God of the ordinary
Culture
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Meredith Biesinger
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September 1, 2026
A little bit petty, a whole lot creative: Inside Tupelo’s Petty Betty’s Art Studio
Opinion
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Sid Salter
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September 2, 2026
For over 40 years, Mississippi workers have exceeded expectations at Raytheon
Opinion
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Ashby Foote
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September 1, 2026
Energy Wars: Attack of the drones
Opinion
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Roger Wicker
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August 28, 2026
Reports of Mississippi momentum are true
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