Opinion

Opinion | Russ Latino •

February 4, 2024

No, our tax code does not favor the wealthy at the expense of the poor

The notion that higher income earners are not paying their "fair share," whether nationally or in Mississippi, is utter nonsense.

Opinion | Jimmy Heidelberg •

February 1, 2024

Biden’s Attack on Natural Gas

Mississippi Oil & Gas Board Member Jimmy Heidelberg says the use of natural gas is even more important to sustain both developed and developing societies.

Opinion | Philip Wegmann •

February 1, 2024

House Speaker: Biden Finally Admits “Crisis” at Southern Border

According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection data, December saw a record 302,034 encounters on the southern border, bringing the 2023 total to 2.47 million.

Opinion | Willie Simmons , Brad White •

February 1, 2024

MDOT Pushes for New Funding Model

Transportation Commission Chairman Willie Simmons and MDOT Executive Director Brad White say it's time to transform the department's antiquated funding model into one that is more sufficient and diversified.

Opinion | Sid Salter •

January 31, 2024

As usual, restoration of Mississippi ballot initiative rights will be a long, complex fight

Columnist Sid Salter says there is sincere renewed sentiment in the Legislature to restore ballot initiative rights to state voters. But exactly how those rights are restored – or restricted – is where the process can derail.

Opinion | Stephen Griffin •

January 30, 2024

Renaming MUW, why Not Welty?

Stephen Griffin offers a takeaway from a Mississippi university's messy name change process - and a possible solution.

Opinion | Matthew Becker •

January 30, 2024

Domestic and Foreign Policies are Intertwined

Dr. Matthew Becker says the West must be defended against the onslaught of anti-freedom forces. At home, it starts by securing the southern border. Abroad, it's done by supporting Ukraine and Eastern flank NATO allies.

Opinion | Bigger Pie Forum •

January 30, 2024

Do Rising Pension Costs Put University Bond Ratings at Risk?

Bigger Pie Forum says whether it’s IHL or the State of Mississippi, rising pension costs affect more than government budgets.

Opinion | Mike Ezell •

January 29, 2024

Secretary Mayorkas Has Abandoned His Post; Accountability is Here

As a member of the House Homeland Security Committee, Mississippi 4th District Congressman Mike Ezell outlines why he's supporting impeachment proceedings against the Secretary of Homeland Security.

Opinion | Trey Dellinger •

January 29, 2024

Can Mississippi Afford More Tax Cuts?

Columnist Trey Dellinger says that while some worry that the recent growth in tax revenues is just an inflationary phenomenon, revenue numbers show policymakers can give Mississippians more tax relief.

Opinion | Russ Latino •

January 28, 2024

When helping hurts, the risks of Medicaid expansion in Mississippi

As discussions begin on whether and how to expand Medicaid in Mississippi, there are considerable risks to the existing Medicaid population, future enrollees & the long-term trajectory of the state.

Opinion | Sid Salter •

January 24, 2024

As cork pops on her retirement reception, Alyce Clarke bumps into $2B in lottery sales

Columnist Sid Salter says while the state lottery is a worthy legacy, it's just one of many accomplishments for former State Rep. Alyce Clarke over her 38 years of service.

News

News | Jeremy Pittari •

June 22, 2026

Enrollment at Ole Miss breaking records, Chancellor Boyce tells IHL Board

News | Frank Corder •

June 22, 2026

PERS needs additional funding “more in line with actuarial recommendations,” executive director tells lawmakers

News | Frank Corder •

June 22, 2026

New Starkville High School being constructed on Mississippi State campus

Business

Business | Frank Corder •

June 17, 2026

Gould Industries locating in southwest Mississippi

Business | Frank Corder •

June 16, 2026

U.S. Army contracts with General Atomics for long-range maneuvering projectile program

Business | Frank Corder •

June 10, 2026

NPL Construction locating fabrication, manufacturing operations in Greenwood

Culture

Culture | Robert St. John •

June 22, 2026

The community cafe

Culture | Alistair Begg •

June 22, 2026

Majestic surrender

Culture | Matt Friedeman •

June 21, 2026

Remembering Dad this Father’s Day

Opinion

Opinion | Russ Latino •

June 19, 2026

Dads Matter

Opinion | Hunter Estes •

June 19, 2026

Mississippians with Down syndrome are worth defending

Opinion | Gregory Kiley •

June 18, 2026

Opinion

No, our tax code does not favor the wealthy at the expense of the poor

Biden’s Attack on Natural Gas

House Speaker: Biden Finally Admits “Crisis” at Southern Border

MDOT Pushes for New Funding Model

As usual, restoration of Mississippi ballot initiative rights will be a long, complex fight

Renaming MUW, why Not Welty?

Domestic and Foreign Policies are Intertwined

Do Rising Pension Costs Put University Bond Ratings at Risk?

Secretary Mayorkas Has Abandoned His Post; Accountability is Here

Can Mississippi Afford More Tax Cuts?

When helping hurts, the risks of Medicaid expansion in Mississippi

As cork pops on her retirement reception, Alyce Clarke bumps into $2B in lottery sales

News

Enrollment at Ole Miss breaking records, Chancellor Boyce tells IHL Board

PERS needs additional funding “more in line with actuarial recommendations,” executive director tells lawmakers

New Starkville High School being constructed on Mississippi State campus

Business

Gould Industries locating in southwest Mississippi

U.S. Army contracts with General Atomics for long-range maneuvering projectile program

NPL Construction locating fabrication, manufacturing operations in Greenwood

Culture

The community cafe

Majestic surrender

Remembering Dad this Father’s Day

Opinion

Dads Matter

Mississippians with Down syndrome are worth defending

How China attacks U.S. interests in Mississippi

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