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News  |  Magnolia Tribune  • 
March 27, 2020

Congressman Thompson Applauds Passage of Coronavirus Legislation

Today, Rep. Thompson applauded passage of historic Families and Workers-First legislation, which will now go to the President’s desk for his signature. “I am proud to support this historic piece of legislation, which will bring urgent relief to families and small businesses all across this country, including in Mississippi’s Second Congressional District,” said Rep. Thompson.…
News  |  Frank Corder  • 
March 27, 2020

Mississippi’s large employers balance work, safety following Gov. Reeves’ insistence to “stay home”

Jackson County is known as the most industrialized county in Mississippi.  It is home to the state’s largest private employer – Ingalls Shipbuilding – and many other leading industries such as Chevron, VT Halter, and Northrop Grumman Aerospace Unmanned Systems Center. The Gulf Coast area is accustomed to dealing with natural disasters and even economic…