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Company to invest $80 million in expansion of 2 Mississippi facilties – bring 500 news jobs to state
A furniture companies plans to expand two Mississippi production facilities will bring an $80 million investment and 500 new jobs to the state. In a significant boost to the local economy, Ashley Furniture announced plans to expand its two production facilities in Lee County. This investment is set to create...
Political groups, donors give $231K to state judicial candidates in June. See who donated
The 10 candidates running in this year's Mississippi Supreme Court and the Mississippi Court of Appeals races raised about $231,000 in contributions in June, about $30,000 more than in May ($204,090). However, combined campaign spending for all 10 candidates floated near the $100,000 mark for the second month in a...
Mississippi governor on Vance, Medicaid expansion
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi delegation is offering strong support to the Trump-Vance ticket. Governor Tate Reeves (R-Miss.) said the vice presidential pick, U.S. Senator J.D. Vance (R-Ohio), could help former President Trump get over the finish line in November. The governor said Vance will be helpful in the rural areas of the swing […]
Forest Spotlight: Planning for a prescribed fire
BUDE — A map with burn blocks marked out is tacked to a bulletin board in Trey Bolt’s office. He is the Fire Management Officer for the Homochitto National Forest. Bolt works in tandem with the HNF District Ranger Shaun Williamson, Mississippi Forestry Commission and local agencies to complete thousands of acres of prescribed fire each […] The post Forest Spotlight: Planning for a prescribed fire appeared first on Daily Leader.
Mississippi Miss Hospitality crowned its newest representative, Chloe Grace Weeks
Chloe Grace Weeks of Winston County was crowned the 2024 Mississippi Miss Hospitality on Saturday during the competition at the Saenger Theater in downtown Hattiesburg. She was one of 42 contestants throughout the state competing for the title. She was crowned by 2023 Miss Hospitality Abney Grace Pittman of Wayne County at the end of the program.
Vicious Biscuit bringing breakfast revolution to Mississippi
Mississippi diners are about to get breakfast with a bite. Since 2017, Vicious Biscuit has been revolutionizing brunch one biscuit at a time. And now the revolution is coming to the Magnolia State. The Southeast’s hottest fast-casual breakfast has announced its newest partners, Cliff and Hunter Russum, who will bring...
Zach Williams’ “A Hundred Highways” Tour Stops in Mississippi
Ourmshome.com – Allyson Alford – 2024-07-17 10:37:00. SUMMARY: Christian singer Zach Williams is on his “A Hundred Highways” tour, with a stop in Hattiesburg, Mississippi on July 19, 2024. Williams, originally from Jonesboro, Arkansas, began his solo career in 2016 after leaving his band “Zach Williams and the Reformation.” He won his first Grammy in 2017 for his debut solo album “Chain Breaker.” Overcoming personal struggles with drugs and alcohol, his music often reflects his journey towards faith and redemption. Notable songs include “Less Like Me” and a collaboration with Dolly Parton, “Lookin' for You.” His music aims to uplift others and connect them with God.
Mississippi schools to share nearly $240 million more in education funding this fiscal year
Starting July 1, a new funding formula went into effect for Mississippi’s K-12 public education system. Some school districts will receive millions in additional funding under the new formula that replaces the former Mississippi Adequate Education Program, or MAEP. The idea for the new funding structure, called the Mississippi...
6 Mississippi Lottery players share thousands in Cash 4 game – More than $63,000 in winnings announced
July 12 was a lucky day for at least six Mississippi Lottery players. Mississippi Lottery officials announced on Tuesday more than $31,000 in winnings to players in the July 12 evening Cash 4 game. The winning numbers for the July 12 evening drawing in the Cash 4 game were :...
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