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News  |  Frank Corder  • 
August 16, 2021

Wicker, Guest comment on Taliban’s rise in Afghanistan

Images emerging from the country show a frightened people trying to flee. As the Taliban assumes control of Afghanistan, some Mississippi leaders are commenting on the situation as it devolves following the Biden Administration’s rapid drawdown of U.S. troops in the region. Here’s what they are saying: Senator Roger Wicker “What we are seeing unfold…
News  |  Sarah Ulmer  • 
August 16, 2021

MDA Executive Director steps down, search for replacement begins immediately

MDA Director John Rounsaville is stepping down effective August 31, 2021. A search for his replacement will begin immediately. “Under John’s leadership, MDA administered $160 million in COVID-19 recovery funds to assist businesses, renters, healthcare providers, schools, and childcare centers. Under John’s direction, MDA increased the average annual capital investment into Mississippi in 2020 to…