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Sarah Ulmer
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May 14, 2020
Jackie Turner talks unemployment claims during COVID-19 pandemic with Y’all Politics
Executive Director Jackie Turner of the Mississippi Department of Employment Security spoke with Y’all Politics about the current state of MDES and massive amount of unemployment claims they have received. Before the COVID pandemic hit, Turner said Mississippi was seeing an exceptionally good economy, which meant lower amounts of unemployment claims. “We were seeing about…
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Sarah Ulmer
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May 13, 2020
Legislature appropriates $300 million for Mississippi small businesses
Late Wednesday night the House and Senate came to an agreement on CARES Act appropriation specifically for small businesses. These dollars were part of the $1.25 billion given to the state in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The conference report passed by a vote of 116 to 1 in the House, with Rep. Scott voting…
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Magnolia Tribune
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May 13, 2020
Palazzo Advocating for Mississippi Timber Producers in Coronavirus Relief Package
Congressman Steven Palazzo (MS-4) joined a bipartisan, bicameral letter to House and Senate leadership requesting the inclusion of the Forest Recovery Act (FRA), H.R. 1444/S. 1687, in future COVID-19 response legislation to provide economic relief and stimulate recovery. In Mississippi’s Fourth Congressional District, the timber industry supports over 8,560 jobs, totaling $325.7 million in payroll and $1.54 billion…
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May 13, 2020
Magee Student Wins First Tell Me Something Good Scholarship
16-year-old Jered Smith has made it a mission to serve, organizing household baskets for the elderly and new moms and feeding healthcare heroes State Treasurer David McRae today surprised a student in Magee with a $529 Tell Me Something Good Scholarship to recognize his service to the community during COVID-19. Jered Smith, a 16-year-old student…
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Sarah Ulmer
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May 13, 2020
WATCH: Governor Reeves provides updates on eviction suspensions
In today’s press conference Governor Tate Reeves provides updates on the states eviction suspensions that have been in place during the pandemic. Gov. Reeves set an end date of June 1, for those suspensions. “I want to give everyone enough time to get the money together to make a rent payment,” said Reeves. “For those…
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Sarah Ulmer
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May 13, 2020
Lynn Fitch joins 17 other AGs in asking for federal action against Chinese over COVID-19
Attorney General Lynn Fitch joins other AG’s who have urged Congress to open an active investigation into China’s role in the spread of COVID-19. The most recent letter calls to hold Beijing accountable. The letter is addressed to leaders from the House and Senate as well as the those who serve on the Foreign Affairs…
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Sarah Ulmer
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May 13, 2020
U.S. House proposes $3 trillion HEROES Act aid package during pandemic
The U.S. House has proposed another phase to the Coronavirus Relief. The newest addition revealed is $3 trillion dollars, the largest package related to the global pandemic yet. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi said she was encouraging Congress to “go big” with the new proposal for states. The legislation has been deemed the “HEROES…
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Magnolia Tribune
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May 13, 2020
YP Daily Roundup 5/13/20
YP – Governor Reeves announces additional social distancing guidelines for 7 counties Governor Tate Reeves announced additional social distancing measures for seven counties identified as hotspots within our state to limit transmission around the communities and protect the health of all Mississippians. Consulting with Dr. Thomas Dobbs and other state health officials, seven counties were…
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Magnolia Tribune
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May 13, 2020
SALTER: Gubernatorial powers changed little since adoption of the state’s 1890 constitution
By: Sid Salter So a Mississippi governor and the state’s Legislature disagree over constitutional powers and responsibilities when it comes to how the state utilizes and expends the $1.25 billion in funds from the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. For those familiar with the state’s history, is that development particularly shocking…
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Sarah Ulmer
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May 12, 2020
Jackson Mayor implements city wide curfew amidst businesses reopening
Jackson Mayor Chokwe Lumumba implemented a city wide curfew during his Tuesday press conference. This decision comes in tandem with businesses reopening on May 15 after the shelter at home order he extended for the city expires. Businesses will be reopening under new regulations, that have not been posted. Lumumba said those will be available…
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Magnolia Tribune
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May 12, 2020
Hyde-Smith cosponsors bill to increase transparency in cattle pricing
Also Joins Request for DOJ Investigation of Potential Anticompetitive Practices by Beef Packers U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today joined Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) to introduce bipartisan legislation to foster efficient markets while increasing competition and transparency among meat packers who purchase livestock directly from independent producers. The bill would make systemic changes to the cattle…
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Frank Corder
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May 12, 2020
WATCH: Governor Reeves announces additional social distancing guidelines for 7 counties
Governor Tate Reeves announced in today’s press conference additional social distancing measures for seven counties identified as hotspots within our state to limit transmission around the communities and protect the health of all Mississippians. Consulting with Dr. Thomas Dobbs and other state health officials, seven counties were identified as localized regions at a higher risk…
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Cass Rutledge
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October 2, 2026
Gasifier manufacturer Janus Organization bringing 13 jobs to Greenwood
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Jeremy Pittari
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October 2, 2026
Lawmakers conclude redistricting hearings with final public comment session at the Mississippi Capitol
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Frank Corder
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October 2, 2026
Itawamba Community College choir selected to perform at the White House
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Cass Rutledge
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October 1, 2026
Tech entrepreneur turns Hurricane Katrina tragedy into company to preserve family memories
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Cass Rutledge
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September 30, 2026
Mississippi 12th in U.S. for doing business in 2026
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Cass Rutledge
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September 25, 2026
A&W Custom Furniture expanding in Okolona, adding 20 jobs
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Brett Martel, Associated Press
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October 2, 2026
Mississippi State and Kamario Taylor aim to end Alabama’s 16-game series winning streak
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Susan Marquez
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October 2, 2026
Things to do in the Magnolia State – October 2026
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Alistair Begg
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October 2, 2026
Meant to shine
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Roger Wicker
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September 28, 2026
Putin must be defeated
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Sid Salter
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September 23, 2026
Midterm elections in Mississippi shaping up as a familiar exercise in black-and-white
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Bill Cork
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September 22, 2026
The states winning investment are the states ready to deliver
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