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Anne Summerhays
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January 26, 2023
Mississippi Senate aims to curb crime
Lt. Governor Hosemann, Senators highlight six bills that would set minimum sentences, reduce theft of public tax dollars, and more. On Thursday, Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann met with members of the press to discuss several Senate bills this session that aim to curb crime across Mississippi. “It is critical to us that we address crime…
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Frank Corder
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January 26, 2023
Mississippi among 20 states suing Biden Administration over illegal immigrant entry program
According to the lawsuit, Mississippi has approximately 20,000 to 28,000 illegal aliens costing Magnolia State taxpayers more than $117 million per year. The State of Mississippi is one of 20 states that filed a lawsuit this week to oppose the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s new program that creates a pathway to citizenship for hundreds…
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Anne Summerhays
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January 25, 2023
National School Choice Week marked at Mississippi Capitol
Throughout Mississippi, there will be 287 events and activities planned by schools, home school organizations, non-profits, parent groups, and educators to highlight the week. National School Choice Week (NSCW) is a time each year when parents across the country are encouraged to research K-12 education options available for their children. Those options could include traditional…
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Sarah Ulmer
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January 25, 2023
Concern for children, families at center of rally backing bill to restrict gender transitioning in minors
Woman who transitioned and then de-transitioned tells crowd of her traumatic life story while urging lawmakers to pass the legislation. “This is not about love; it’s about a bottom line.” That was the message from Meeke Addison, co-host of the radio show and podcast Airing the Addisons, at the “Do No Harm” rally held in…
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Anne Summerhays
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January 24, 2023
Attorney General Fitch announces $2.5 million to groups fighting human trafficking
The grant program was created by the Legislature to provide additional resources to victims. The Attorney General’s office announced on Monday that nearly $2.5 million in grant funding has been awarded to nine organizations working to provide services for victims of human trafficking in Mississippi. The Victims of Human Trafficking and Commercial Sexual Exploitation Fund…
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Anne Summerhays
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January 24, 2023
Survey shows less teacher, staff vacancies in Mississippi public schools
The Educator Shortage Survey shows 515 fewer vacancies among teachers, administrators and school support staff across the state. Over the past few legislative sessions, lawmakers in both chambers, with the support of Governor Tate Reeves, have passed historic increases in teacher pay while providing more funding for public education in Mississippi than ever before. Much…
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Sarah Ulmer
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January 24, 2023
Bill of the Day: No lobbying for a year after leaving the Legislature
Magnolia Tribune brings you a Bill of the Day from the Mississippi Legislature that just may pique your interest. For former lawmakers looking to make it back to the Capitol, lobbying is often their way in. But that path would be off limits for at least a year if today’s Bill of the Day passes…
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Frank Corder
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January 23, 2023
Mississippi Congressmen selected for key committees in the U.S. House
Congressman Guest will now hold a gavel as House Ethics chairman. Mississippi’s four Congressmen will sit on a variety of key committees in the U.S. House of Representatives during the 118th Congress. The three Republican members received the most favorable consideration by the new House GOP majority leadership team after each supported Kevin McCarthy for…
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Anne Summerhays
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January 20, 2023
Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund now accepting applications
The Mississippi Legislature appropriated $10 million for the fund last year. Governor Reeves has appointed Ricky Flynt to oversee the program. During the 2022 Mississippi Legislative session, lawmakers passed legislation (House Bill 606) which created the Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund. The trust fund considers projects that seek to improve state parks, increase access to…
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Sarah Ulmer
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January 20, 2023
Court rules opening Bonnet Carre Spillway inflicted environmental harm in Mississippi Sound
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers must now consult with National Marine Fisheries to assess impact on marine life. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has been found in violation of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (MSA). The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi has ruled the Corps of Engineers has…
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Sarah Ulmer
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January 20, 2023
New courts proposed for Capitol Complex Improvement District in Jackson
State Rep. Trey Lamar, the bill’s author, says the legislation is aimed at improving safety in Mississippi’s capital city. The Capitol Complex Improvement District (CCID) in Jackson could see its own separate judicial branch created in the 2023 Legislative session. HB 1020, authored by House Ways and Means Chairman State Rep. Trey Lamar (R), would…
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Anne Summerhays
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January 19, 2023
Mississippi’s graduation rate reaches all-time high
Mississippi’s 88.9% exceeds the latest U.S. rate of 86.5%. The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) announced on Thursday that the 2021-22 school year graduation and dropout rates reflect the highest statewide graduation rate ever at 88.9% and a statewide dropout rate of 9%. Rates are based on students who entered ninth grade for the first…
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Jeremy Pittari
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April 6, 2026
Legislature revises full-day school attendance language, provides for excused absences for school activities
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Frank Corder
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April 6, 2026
Mississippi’s March revenues exceed estimate by $20.5 million
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Daniel Tyson
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April 6, 2026
Carter to hold hearings on effects of wind towers on Mississippi’s farmlands
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Frank Corder
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March 31, 2026
Channel South, $105 million mixed use development, aims to transform Gulfport’s downtown
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Frank Corder
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March 26, 2026
DG Foods announces $1.19 million expansion
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Frank Corder
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March 25, 2026
AeroShield Alliance locating headquarters in Mississippi
Culture
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Alistair Begg
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April 7, 2026
He came for bruised reeds
Culture
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Robert St. John
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April 6, 2026
Work is not a four-letter word
Culture
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Alistair Begg
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April 6, 2026
When things don’t go your way
Opinion
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Russ Latino
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April 3, 2026
Lawmakers owe Reeves a ‘thank you’ for stopping Medicaid expansion
Opinion
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Ashby Foote
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April 2, 2026
The Strait Jacket of Hormuz
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Patrick Sullivan
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April 1, 2026
Data Centers: Power-hungry but price-friendly
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