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Expectations are that legislation will be presented during the 2026 legislative session focused supporting Mississippians in their workforce development educational journey.
Mississippi has a goal of more of its citizens being trained in an industry recognized credential or obtaining a college degree, an effort referred to as Ascent to 55%.
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3 months 2 weeks ago
Expectations are that legislation will be presented during the 2026 legislative session focused supporting Mississippians in their workforce development educational journey.
Mississippi has a goal of more of its citizens being trained in an industry recognized credential or obtaining a college degree, an effort referred to as Ascent to 55%.
By Jeremy Pittari - Magnolia Tribune on
3 months 2 weeks ago
Here’s to twinkling lights, full hearts, Gulf breezes that somehow feel like Christmas, and the kind of Mississippi memories we carry for a lifetime.
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3 months 2 weeks ago
Here’s to twinkling lights, full hearts, Gulf breezes that somehow feel like Christmas, and the kind of Mississippi memories we carry for a lifetime.
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3 months 2 weeks ago
“We will be looking at some legislation that will mandate financial literacy at our colleges and universities and really at every level,” State Sen. Nicole Boyd said.
The Senate Committee on Universities and Colleges discussed the importance of financial literacy in Mississippi on Friday on day two of hearings at the state Capitol, particularly as it relates to those who may go into debt while seeking a higher education or certificate.
By Jeremy Pittari - Magnolia Tribune on
3 months 2 weeks ago
“We will be looking at some legislation that will mandate financial literacy at our colleges and universities and really at every level,” State Sen. Nicole Boyd said.
The Senate Committee on Universities and Colleges discussed the importance of financial literacy in Mississippi on Friday on day two of hearings at the state Capitol, particularly as it relates to those who may go into debt while seeking a higher education or certificate.
By Jeremy Pittari - Magnolia Tribune on
3 months 2 weeks ago
The poultry processer will create approximately 190 jobs over the next three years with the expansion.
The Mississippi Development Authority announced Monday that Amick Farms is expanding operations at its Laurel facility through a $74.5 million corporate investment.
The poultry processer will create approximately 190 jobs over the next three years with the expansion.
Governor Tate Reeves celebrated the news, saying that agriculture has been at the core of Mississippi’s economy for centuries.
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3 months 2 weeks ago
The poultry processer will create approximately 190 jobs over the next three years with the expansion.
The Mississippi Development Authority announced Monday that Amick Farms is expanding operations at its Laurel facility through a $74.5 million corporate investment.
The poultry processer will create approximately 190 jobs over the next three years with the expansion.
Governor Tate Reeves celebrated the news, saying that agriculture has been at the core of Mississippi’s economy for centuries.
By Frank Corder - Magnolia Tribune on
3 months 2 weeks ago
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1. Great Mississippi Nature Trail launched
Governor Tate Reeves helped announce the launch of the Great Mississippi Nature Trail initiative on Monday.
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1. Great Mississippi Nature Trail launched
Governor Tate Reeves helped announce the launch of the Great Mississippi Nature Trail initiative on Monday.
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Michael Cormack, deputy superintendent of Jackson Public Schools, is leaving the district to lead a network of charter schools in Atlanta.
Cormack was Superintendent Errick Greene’s first hire in 2019, according to an announcement the district released Monday. He led academics at JPS, brainstorming initiatives like Project 75, which focuses on reading, and working with school leaders to improve student achievement.
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Michael Cormack, deputy superintendent of Jackson Public Schools, is leaving the district to lead a network of charter schools in Atlanta.
Cormack was Superintendent Errick Greene’s first hire in 2019, according to an announcement the district released Monday. He led academics at JPS, brainstorming initiatives like Project 75, which focuses on reading, and working with school leaders to improve student achievement.
By Devna Bose - Mississippi Today on
3 months 2 weeks ago
Paula Merchant speaks with Madison police during a protest at the intersection of Cobblestone Drive and Highway 51 in Madison on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025, against ICE raids. Credit: Eric Shelton/Mississippi Today
As federal agents move through Mississippi, a handful of local law enforcement agencies and jails are offering assistance through agreements to cooperate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
“We’re assuming, until we find out differently, that our local sheriffs and police are, at a minimum, communicating and perhaps sharing information with ICE,” said Lea Campbell, a member of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Mutual Aid Collective, a community advocacy group.
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3 months 2 weeks ago
Paula Merchant speaks with Madison police during a protest at the intersection of Cobblestone Drive and Highway 51 in Madison on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025, against ICE raids. Credit: Eric Shelton/Mississippi Today
As federal agents move through Mississippi, a handful of local law enforcement agencies and jails are offering assistance through agreements to cooperate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
“We’re assuming, until we find out differently, that our local sheriffs and police are, at a minimum, communicating and perhaps sharing information with ICE,” said Lea Campbell, a member of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Mutual Aid Collective, a community advocacy group.
By Mina Corpuz - Mississippi Today on
3 months 2 weeks ago
Souh view of the State Capitol from Mississippi Street in Jackson, Monday, Sept. 1, 2025. Credit: Vickie D. King/Mississippi Today
Below is a political opinion column by Bobby Harrison:
Mississippi private school officials have said they would welcome receiving public funds from state taxpayers to help educate their students, but not if it means governmental oversight of their faith-based curriculum and their admissions requirements.
By Bobby Harrison - Mississippi Today on
3 months 2 weeks ago
Souh view of the State Capitol from Mississippi Street in Jackson, Monday, Sept. 1, 2025. Credit: Vickie D. King/Mississippi Today
Below is a political opinion column by Bobby Harrison:
Mississippi private school officials have said they would welcome receiving public funds from state taxpayers to help educate their students, but not if it means governmental oversight of their faith-based curriculum and their admissions requirements.
By Bobby Harrison - Mississippi Today on
3 months 2 weeks ago
A view of the interior of the Jackson Medical Mall in Jackson, Mississippi, on Monday, March 3, 2025.. Credit: Eric Shelton/Mississippi Today
Below is an opinion column by Jitoria Hunter:
By Jitoria Hunter - Mississippi Today on
3 months 2 weeks ago
A view of the interior of the Jackson Medical Mall in Jackson, Mississippi, on Monday, March 3, 2025.. Credit: Eric Shelton/Mississippi Today
Below is an opinion column by Jitoria Hunter:
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Justice James D. Maxwell II, makes a point during a Supreme Court session regarding HB1020, July 6, 2023. Credit: Vickie D. King/Mississippi Today
Trump nominated Chamberlin and Maxwell to the federal posts in August, but their initial confirmation by the Senate Judiciary Committee was held up for months by a North Carolina senator.
The full Senate has voted to confirm President Donald Trump’s appointments of two state Supreme Court justices for federal judgeships for Mississippi.
By Geoff Pender - Mississippi Today on
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Justice James D. Maxwell II, makes a point during a Supreme Court session regarding HB1020, July 6, 2023. Credit: Vickie D. King/Mississippi Today
Trump nominated Chamberlin and Maxwell to the federal posts in August, but their initial confirmation by the Senate Judiciary Committee was held up for months by a North Carolina senator.
The full Senate has voted to confirm President Donald Trump’s appointments of two state Supreme Court justices for federal judgeships for Mississippi.
By Geoff Pender - Mississippi Today on
