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Sarah Ulmer
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February 3, 2023
Bill of the Day: Get your booze on Sundays
Mississippi’s current laws restrict the sale of liquor at package stores on Sunday. How many times have you been getting ready for the week ahead on a Sunday, planning your grocery list, and remember you’re out of wine or vodka? If you live in Mississippi, your very next thought is that you can’t buy package…
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Anne Summerhays
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February 3, 2023
Mississippi House revises how the City of Jackson can spend its local option sales tax
Rep. Lamar said the bill clarifies that going forward the city would spend the money on water and sewer needs. On Thursday, the Mississippi House passed House Bill 1168 which would revise the use of revenue from the City of Jackson’s municipal option special sales tax. After heavy debate on the House floor, Representatives passed…
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Frank Corder
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February 2, 2023
Who’s running for state office in Mississippi in 2023?
See the full list of candidates who have qualified for state and district offices along with where their campaigns stand financially. As you have probably heard by now, Mississippi is holding statewide elections this year. Candidates had until February 1st to qualify with their political party of choice or as an independent. The Republican and…
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Sarah Ulmer
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February 2, 2023
Women and Families: Early intervention seen as the most impactful of investments
The Mississippi Senate study committee on women, children and families looks to ramp up early childhood intervention program. Early childhood intervention has been considered by experts as one of the most impactful ways to direct the course of a young child’s life. Such services include health services, physical and occupational therapy, language services, vision services…
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Sarah Ulmer
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January 31, 2023
Bill of the Day: Get your gambling on at the airport
Magnolia Tribune brings you a Bill of the Day from the Mississippi Legislature that just may pique your interest. If you were hoping to do a little gambling while waiting on your flight, you’re in luck! A bill proposed by State Senator John Polk – SB 2189 – would allow slot machines in Mississippi airports.…
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Frank Corder
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January 31, 2023
Biden Administration announces $60 million for I-10 widening in Mississippi’s Harrison, Hancock counties
The funds are part of $1.2 billion in grants from the federal infrastructure law. President Joe Biden is visiting New York today to announce funding for a critical early phase of the Hudson Tunnel Project as well as Mega grants for other major infrastructure projects across the country. Included in the Mega grants is a…
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Anne Summerhays
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January 31, 2023
Advocacy groups split over Mississippi Senate anti-crime bills
Debate centers around the wisdom of increased minimum sentences while others express concerns with increased prison populations. Last week, Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann along with State Senators Joey Fillingane, Brice Wiggins and Jeremy England unveiled six bills making their way through the chamber this session that are aimed at curbing crime across Mississippi. Among the…
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Anne Summerhays
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January 31, 2023
Governor Tate Reeves delivers State of the State address
Northern District Public Service Commissioner and gubernatorial candidate Brandon Presley gives the Democratic Response. Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves delivered his annual State of the State address Monday evening at the State Capitol. During his speech, Reeves, a Republican, discussed the state’s successes over the last couple of years as well as his priorities for the…
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Sarah Ulmer
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January 30, 2023
Rumors Bill Waller would make a second run for Governor put to rest
Bill Waller Jr. will not seek election in the 2023 cycle for governor. Bill Waller Jr. has publicly addressed the rumors that he would potentially challenge Governor Tate Reeves for Mississippi’s top job for a second time. Waller told Mississippi Today that he would not run again in 2023. The confirmation comes just days before…
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Anne Summerhays
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January 30, 2023
Autonomous vehicle legislation passes out of Mississippi House Committee
Chairman Rep. Busby says AVs are destined to be part of our commerce and it’s imperative the state has regulations that support them and Mississippi. Last week, lawmakers passed House Bill 1003 out of the Mississippi House Transportation Committee. Authored by State Representative Charles Busby (R), chairman of the House committee, the legislation would establish…
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Sarah Ulmer
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January 30, 2023
Chris McDaniel running for Lieutenant Governor
The four-term Jones County state senator won’t seek re-election to the Mississippi Senate but will instead challenge incumbent Lt. Governor Hosemann to serve as the Senate’s presiding officer. State Senator Chris McDaniel confirmed to Magnolia Tribune that he would, in fact, be qualifying to run for Lieutenant Governor of the State of Mississippi. McDaniel, a…
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Sarah Ulmer
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January 27, 2023
Bill of the Day: Child support in the womb
Pregnant women could be eligible for child support payments if this Bill of the Day passes in Mississippi. Authored by State Representative Becky Currie, HB 320 would allow for a chancery court in Mississippi to award child support to pregnant women who are not married. It would in turn define an unborn child in the…
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Frank Corder
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December 12, 2025
Navy Secretary tells shipbuilders to “act like we’re at war.” What it means for Mississippi’s Ingalls shipyard is unclear
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Frank Corder
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December 12, 2025
Damage Control: Thompson says he misspoke when referring to attack on National Guardsmen as an “unfortunate accident”
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Jonathan J. Cooper, Associated Press
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December 12, 2025
Trump signs executive order to block state AI regulations
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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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Frank Corder
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November 21, 2025
Ingalls completes sea trials for USS Ted Stevens
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Meredith Biesinger
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December 12, 2025
Holly Jolly Oxford: A little slice of Stars Hollow in the Magnolia State
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Alistair Begg
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December 12, 2025
The purpose of the cross
Culture
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Richelle Putnam
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December 11, 2025
A holiday celebration fit for a King
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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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Sid Salter
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December 10, 2025
Guardrails or gravel? Why America and Mississippi must get AI regulation right in 2026
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Merle Flowers
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December 8, 2025
The Parents Over Platforms Act: A targeted, privacy-respecting alternative to ASAA
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