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News  |  Frank Corder  • 
July 29, 2025

Are property taxes going up in Mississippi?

Property values are to reflect "true value." Some counties, like DeSoto, assess below the 85% standard in place since at least 2007. Local officials will weigh costs of complying with the benchmark.
News  |  Kevin Freking, Associated Press  • 
July 29, 2025

Government shutdown talk is starting early ahead of a difficult funding fight in Congress this fall

Republican lawmakers view the Democrats as itching for a shutdown after a series of political losses this year.