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Important state and national stories, market and business news, sports and entertainment, delivered in quick-hit fashion
By Magnolia Tribune Staff on
2 months 2 weeks ago
Important state and national stories, market and business news, sports and entertainment, delivered in quick-hit fashion
In Mississippi
1. Pascagoula expands smoking restrictions to include cannabis, vaping
The City of Pascagoula updated its anti-smoking ordinance this week to include the use of cannabis and vaping as forms of smoking.
By Magnolia Tribune Staff on
2 months 2 weeks ago
This is the second in a series celebrating the culture bearers in our state. These are the painters, planners, policymakers, and patrons who diligently and passionately work to protect, preserve, and raise the cultural aspects that define a community.
By Susan Marquez - Magnolia Tribune on
2 months 2 weeks ago
State Senator Angela Turner-Ford attempted to include diapers in the state’s Second Amendment Sales Tax holiday, saying it would benefit “multiple demographics.”
A Senate debate Tuesday about exempting retail sales of firearm safes during the annual Mississippi Second Amendment Sales Tax Weekend holiday ended up being more about diapers.
By Daniel Tyson - Magnolia Tribune on
2 months 2 weeks ago
Only 9 of the Gulf Coast Restoration Fund Advisory Board’s 15 recommended projects made the final list of 19 approved by lawmakers. See what made the cut.
Lawmakers have agreed on $41.1 million in spending from the Gulf Coast Restoration Fund. The funds are part of the BP Oil Spill settlement received by the state of Mississippi.
By Frank Corder - Magnolia Tribune on
2 months 2 weeks ago
Below is an opinion column by Hunter Estes:
The law enforcement surge helps make North Mississippi safer by getting criminals off the streets before they can ever even get to the Magnolia State.
President Trump was in Memphis last week and not just to celebrate Elvis and visit Graceland, which he also did.
By Hunter Estes on
2 months 2 weeks ago
More than $1.4 million is slated for the salaries of 31 new state troopers across the Magnolia State while the Capitol Police look to hire 10 new officers.
The Mississippi Department of Public Safety’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget bill is headed to the governor after the Legislature passed the agency’s appropriation Sunday night.
According to the budget worksheet provided to lawmakers, $167 million of the agency’s funding is coming from the state’s General Fund. The agreed upon conference report includes hiring more than three dozen new employees.
By Daniel Tyson - Magnolia Tribune on
2 months 2 weeks ago
You can discover it for yourself, right on Main Street in Fulton. Chances are, you’ll carry a little piece of it with you when you leave.
There’s something about a good small-town shop in Mississippi that you can’t manufacture.
You can’t fake the feeling or stage the charm, and you can’t rush what unfolds with time.
In downtown Fulton, Porch Swing Pickings is one of those places that feels like it grew exactly the way it was supposed to.
By Meredith Biesinger - Magnolia Tribune on
2 months 2 weeks ago
The project is bringing a mix of residential, hospitality, retail, and public spaces designed to create a vibrant, walkable destination along the Mississippi Coast city’s waterfront corridor.
Developers and city leaders recently broke ground on a $105 million Gulfport Town Center development on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
By Frank Corder - Magnolia Tribune on
2 months 2 weeks ago
The purpose for the reimbursement plan is to enhance the medical readiness of and retain qualified personnel in the Mississippi National Guard.
Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann (R) took to social media Monday to mark the passage of SB 2018, a measure that reimburses active members of the Mississippi National Guard for the cost of premiums for TRICARE Reserve Select health care plans.
By Frank Corder - Magnolia Tribune on
2 months 2 weeks ago
“It’s a crying shame the Senate did not even come up with a proposal but decided to wait and cross their fingers hoping everything will work out,” State Rep. Hank Zuber said Tuesday morning.
Efforts proposed by the Mississippi House to temporarily allow liquor stores, restaurants and casinos to bypass the state’s backlogged Alcoholic Beverage Control have died in conference.
By Frank Corder - Magnolia Tribune on
2 months 2 weeks ago
Below is a political opinion column by Russ Latino:
HB 1662 would create a rebuttable presumption of joint custody of children in divorces. It’s about time. The law should start valuing the role dads play. Children need both parents.
In Mississippi, child custody decisions are supposed to begin and end with one principle — the best interest of the child. That standard comes from the Mississippi Supreme Court decision in Albright v. Albright. That case requires judges to weigh a dozen factors to reach a fair outcome.
By Russ Latino - Magnolia Tribune on
2 months 2 weeks ago
Speaker White said late Monday that the intent is to give lawmakers more time to address last-minute issues should there be agreement to do so or should the governor call a special session.
Mississippi lawmakers have agreed to a resolution to extend the 2026 regular session “on paper” to April 15, nearly two weeks after the initial sine die date which was set for this Sunday.
The state constitution requires that if the session is to be extended, it must be extended for 30 days.
By Frank Corder - Magnolia Tribune on
2 months 2 weeks ago
Turkeys belong to the genus Meleagris and, surprisingly, only two species exist in the world today. Despite their cultural significance and widespread recognition, these large ground-dwelling birds have a relatively limited taxonomic diversity compared to many other bird families.
By James L. Cummins on
2 months 2 weeks ago
“I am disappointed, but this is the second year we’ve [the Senate] advanced this legislation; sometimes it takes years to get things done,” said State Senator Rod Hickman (D), the bill’s author.
A bill to test Mississippi inmates for dyslexia died on the legislative calendar Friday, the second year the legislation failed to advance to the governor’s desk.
By Daniel Tyson - Magnolia Tribune on
2 months 2 weeks ago
Congratulations to Teresa Ross, who retired last week from Modine after 39½ years at the same company! She was excited about not having to set an alarm. We wish her many adventures and much relaxation in her retirement. There are a lot of great books in her future, I’m sure!
Congratulations also go to Velisha Adams Walls for receiving her Associate of Science as a Medical Administrative Assistant. Lisa and Michael are the very best folks!
By Linda Ross Aldy on
2 months 2 weeks ago
State Senator Lane Taylor believes the bill could help struggling rural hospitals as many are facing financial hardships.
Rural hospitals could see donations coming their way after the Mississippi Senate passed a conference report Monday morning, giving tax breaks to donors.
The bill, which also passed the House of Representative, now heads to the desk of Governor Tate Reeves (R).
By Daniel Tyson - Magnolia Tribune on
2 months 2 weeks ago
I saw the Easter Bunny hippity hopping back down the bunny trail Sunday night. He waved and said, “I’ll see you all again March 28, 2027!”
Love and sympathy to the Rusty Dogan family of Searcy, Arkansas. Rusty passed away April 2. He was the son of Jerry and Ollie Simmons Dogan. I remember Rusty when he was a young boy full of life and so much fun to be around.
Diane Dukes sent us four large boxes of food and two different desserts on Saturday and we made three meals out of it. Thank you so much for thinking of us, Diane!
By PATCIE DECK on
2 months 2 weeks ago
OAKLAND — The Oakland area has a unique opportunity to learn pickleball. Free sessions are available on Sunday, April 12, from 3-5 p.m. at the Oakland pickleball court on Walnut Street, next to the Senior Citizens Center.
Whether you just want to understand how the game is played or want to learn how to play, two of the most famous coaches in women’s basketball history will bring pickleball to Oakland. Bring a chair for the sidelines and any equipment. A few extra paddles are available as well.
By Linda Ross Aldy on
2 months 2 weeks ago
Secretary of State Michael Watson’s statewide name ID and his $2.5 million cash on hand make him the immediate frontrunner for the seat.
Two-term Secretary of State Michael Watson (R) walked into the Hilton Garden Inn in Pascagoula Tuesday morning and announced he is running for Lieutenant Governor in the 2027 statewide elections. Applause and cheers arose from the hometown crowd filled with family, friends, local government officials and media.
By Frank Corder - Magnolia Tribune on
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