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July 7, 2022
BRODSKY: Solar sums don’t add up
Submitted by Michelle Brodsky with the Mississippi Center for Public Policy “The sums for a switch to solar do not add up – and nowhere is the gap between the solar promise and reality more glaring than right here in Mississippi,” Brodsky writes. The media never misses the opportunity to warn us of impending climate…
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Derrick Simmons
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July 7, 2022
SIMMONS: What Mississippi’s Tax Cut Really Does
Submitted by State Senator Derrick Simmons, Senate Democrat Minority Leader “The permanent impact of the newest tax cut will strip away over $500 million for public programs and services,” the Senate Democrat Leader writes. As Mississippi’s largest-ever tax cut for the wealthy goes into effect, community needs go unmet, July 1st marks the beginning of Mississippi’s…
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Frank Corder
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July 7, 2022
Republican Speaker Gunn, Pro Tem White hosting fundraiser for Democrat-turned-Independent State Rep. Yates
House District 64’s Yates left the Democratic Party earlier this year over what she called a “toxic situation.” In January, State Representative Shanda Yates, elected as a Democrat to represent House District 64 in 2019, announced that she was switching to being an Independent. “My priorities as your representative this legislative session remain unchanged,” Yates…
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Magnolia Tribune
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July 7, 2022
Health officials: Don’t delay back to school immunizations
Mississippi parents now able to print completed immunization records at home. While it seems that the school year just ended, the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) reminds parents not to wait until the last minute for back-to-school immunizations. Mississippi state law requires children to be immunized against childhood diseases to enter public or private…
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Anne Summerhays
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July 7, 2022
Due to increase in car sales over the past year, MS car tags will be lower
As of July 1st, the Legislative Tag Credit changed from 6.5% to 8.75%. The 1994 Mississippi Legislature authorized a credit to car owners in the amount of 5% of the assessed value of the motor vehicle to provide a tax break to the registered owners. This credit eased the tax burden of the individual; however,…
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Frank Corder
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July 7, 2022
Mississippi Democratic Party wakes up, pushes Congressional candidates in response to abortion ruling
The state’s liberal party has been largely silent in recent months along with its chairman. Other than an occasional retweet of an official in D.C. like President Joe Biden or Congressman Bennie Thompson, the Mississippi Democratic Party has largely been silent in recent months. In fact, the last time state Democratic Party Chairman Tyree Irving…
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Sarah Ulmer
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July 7, 2022
HPC and the National Museum of African American History and Culture sponsor free days at Two Mississippi Museums
The partnership will cover admission for any museum goers on Friday and Saturday of this week. The Higher Purpose Co. (HPC) and the National Museum of African American History and Culture are sponsoring free admission to the Museum of Mississippi History and the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum. The supported days will be on Friday July…
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Sarah Ulmer
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July 7, 2022
Navy Seaman who died at Pearl Harbor attack brought home to Mississippi to rest
After nearly 81 years, remains of those killed at Pearl Harbor are still being returned home after identification. Seaman First Class John Russell Melton will be returning home for burial on July 9, at the Mount Pleasant Baptist Church. Melton was one of 2,403 U.S. personnel that died at the attack on Pearl Harbor on…
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Frank Corder
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July 7, 2022
Secretary Watson talks more about cutting regulations in Part 2 of Bigger Pie Forum podcast
Listen and learn more on how the Secretary of State’s office is working to help Mississippians realize their dreams. Bigger Pie Forum recently visited with Secretary of State Michael Watson on their podcast to find out more on his office’s “Tackle the Tape” initiative and the plan within it titled “29 x 29.” Part 1…
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Frank Corder
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July 6, 2022
How many lives will be saved in Mississippi with abortion now illegal in the state?
According to the latest data, nearly 10 babies per day have been aborted in Mississippi… until now. Abortion will be illegal in Mississippi as of Thursday, July 7th, except in the case of a formal charge of rape or to preserve the life of the mother. This comes after a Judge denied the state’s lone…
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Anne Summerhays
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July 6, 2022
MDHS offers Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
LIHEAP helps keep families safe and healthy through initiatives that assist families with energy costs. Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) is reminding citizens about the LIHEAP program as the summer heat continues. “With the rising summer temperatures come rising energy bills. Don’t let the summer heat get you beat Mississippi; get the help you…
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Anne Summerhays
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July 6, 2022
Mississippi-based Naval Meteorology and Oceanography and Command Office at Stennis key to U.S. Navy’s readiness
CNMOC optimizes America’s sea power by applying relevant oceanographic knowledge in support of U.S. national security. The Mississippi Coast has long been a key component in America’s national security. Whether it is Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula or Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi or the Coast Guard units stationed along the Gulf of Mexico or…
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Seth Borenstein, Associated Press
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October 20, 2026
Marine life dramatically declined in Gulf in years after BP oil spill, study finds
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Jeremy Pittari
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October 20, 2026
Three Mississippi districts of transformation outline gains, areas for more improvement to regain local control
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Frank Corder
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October 20, 2026
$35.5 million grant awarded to modernize 121-year-old Escatawpa River swing bridge
Business
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Frank Corder
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October 19, 2026
Ingalls awarded $99 million contract modification for USS Lyndon B. Johnson sea trials
Business
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Cass Rutledge
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October 13, 2026
Startup plastics manufacturer Koinonia setting up operations in Drew
Business
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Cass Rutledge
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October 12, 2026
ALO investing over $176 million in Southaven for national distribution center
Culture
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Meredith Biesinger
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October 20, 2026
The Lyric Theatre: Tupelo’s most haunting story
Culture
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Alistair Begg
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October 20, 2026
A call to commitment
Culture
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Robert St. John
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October 19, 2026
Dinner and a show
Opinion
Opinion
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Ellery Jones
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October 19, 2026
Forest products industry contributes heavily to Mississippi, U.S. economy
Opinion
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Sid Salter
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October 14, 2026
Capital punishment logistical failures a self-fulfilling strategy of death penalty opponents?
Opinion
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Roger Wicker
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October 9, 2026
Permit reform act is a much-needed course correction
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