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February 5, 2016
Six legislators vote against 3500 job economic development projects
A total of six legislators – three from each chamber – voted against the Continental Tire and TopShip 3,500 job economic development incentive packages proposed but Gov. Phil Bryant and the Mississippi Development Authority in Thursday’s special session. They are: House of Representatives – Rep. Bill Shirley (R), Rep. Joel Bomgar (R), and Rep. Steve…
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February 5, 2016
With Legislators approving, Gov. Bryant touts biggest day in state economic development history
Borrowing, tax breaks approved for tire plant, shipyard Mississippi lawmakers have agreed to borrow $274 million and provide millions in tax breaks to land a tire plant in Hinds County and a shipyard in Gulfport expected to create a combined 3,500 jobs. Continental Tire the Americas plans to begin in January 2018 building a $1.45…
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February 5, 2016
Mississippi needs to pass this craft beer legislation
Mississippi needs to pass this craft beer legislation The case the guild is trying to make — that these changes will spur economic growth in the region — is not difficult to make. For one, we refer you to this infographic that summed up the positive economics of the Mississippi brewing industry, courtesy of the…
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February 4, 2016
Sen. Fillingane again seeks to cut Superintendent of Education salary
Bill Proposes Salary Cut, Moving Funds into Schools Senate Bill 2069 proposed by Senator Joey Fillingane, reads that the salary of the State Superintendent of Education shall not exceed that of the Governor. Current state superintendent Carey Wright’s current base salary sits at $307,125. If this bill were to pass, effective July 1, 2016, her…
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February 4, 2016
SALTER: Carmichael’s role as a Mississippi Republican Party pioneer is undeniable
Sid Salter: Mississippi’s GOP owes success to Carmichael Among Republicans, Carmichael will also be remembered as a pivotal supporter of Gerald Ford over Ronald Reagan at the 1976 Republican National Convention in Kansas City. The Mississippi delegation famously split over the choice, but the “unit rule” required that the candidate who had the support of…
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February 4, 2016
Gov. Bryant calls special session for two economic development projects
Gov. Phil Bryant is calling a special session beginning Thursday to consider incentives for two economic development projects pursued by the state of Mississippi State Senate President Pro Tem Terry Burton, a Newton Republican, says the two projects are projected to total more than $1.5 billion in capital investment and more than 3,500 jobs… …The…
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February 4, 2016
Wicker meets with top US Commander to discuss Afghanistan
RELEASE: Wicker Meets With Army Gen. John Campbell Miss. Senator Discuss Situation in Afghanistan With Top U.S. Commander WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., a senior member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, today sat down with the Commander of U.S. forces in Afghanistan, Gen. John F. Campbell, to continue discussions of the ongoing…
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February 4, 2016
SECNAV, former MS Gov. Mabus, military officials considering women registering for draft
Women should be allowed in military draft, say top officials Two top US military officials said that women should be eligible for the draft. On Tuesday, Gen. Mark Milley, chief of staff of the Army, and Gen. Robert B. Neller, Marine Corps commandant, testified in front of a Senate Armed Services Committee and expressed opinions…
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February 4, 2016
MS Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney targets cleaning out bad apples in bail bondsmen industry
BAIL BONDMEN REGULATION An op-ed from Commissioner of Insurance Mike Chaney Fortunately, most Mississippians go through life without ever having a need to be bailed out of jail. Unfortunately, there are times when our citizens do have need of someone to post bail and I’m sure you have at least a small understanding of how…
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February 3, 2016
Cochran, Wicker, Harper seek to enhance TeleHealth services
RELEASE: COCHRAN, WICKER, HARPER ACT TO ENHANCE TELEHEALTH SERVICES, BROADEN PATIENT ACCESS & CARE Bipartisan “CONNECT for Health Act” Would Help Mississippi Build on Growing Telehealth Services to Rural & Underserved Areas WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Thad Cochran (R-Miss.) and Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), and Representative Gregg Harper (R-Miss.) today announced the introduction of bipartisan…
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February 3, 2016
Gov. Bryant encourages college students to build careers in state
Bryant Message to College Students: Stay in Mississippi for Career Gov. Phil Bryant is imploring high-achieving college students to stay in Mississippi and build their careers. Bryant spoke to more than 100 students, parents and university and community college faculty members Tuesday. They were at the Capitol for an annual event honoring academic success. WTOK…
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February 3, 2016
MS Power: Kemper needs more time, money to be operational
Mississippi Power says Kemper will cost more, take longer Mississippi Power on Tuesday added two months and $110 million toward getting the lignite portion of its Kemper County power plant operational. In the December report to the state Public Service Commission, Mississippi Power increased its cost estimate by $110 million. The company said $40 million…
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December 16, 2025
Ole Miss playoff game gifts Oxford, region economic holiday surge
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Jeremy Pittari
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December 16, 2025
IHL requesting $130 million bond to address aging university facilities
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Paul Wiseman, Associated Press
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December 16, 2025
The US gained 64,000 jobs in November but lost 105,000 in October; unemployment rate at 4.6%
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Frank Corder
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December 15, 2025
Amick Farms announces $74.5 million expansion in Jones County
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Frank Corder
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December 11, 2025
$100 million metallurgical biocarbon manufacturer locating in Pike County
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Frank Corder
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December 2, 2025
BWC Terminals break ground in Pascagoula
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Meredith Biesinger
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December 16, 2025
Christmas magic on the Coast: Holiday wonder at Beau Rivage
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Alistair Begg
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December 16, 2025
Gospel ABC
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Robert St. John
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December 15, 2025
The last strand of tinsel
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Kimberly Ross
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December 16, 2025
Lessons from Luigi: Quit lionizing cold-blooded murderers
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Dr. Patrick Miller
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December 16, 2025
The Hidden Gem: Why education freedom is the new economic development
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Russ Latino
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December 10, 2025
University of Mississippi Chancellor responds to Lauren Stokes’ First Amendment lawsuit, seeks dismissal
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