Statewide News
Why so many top candidates are ignoring Mississippi’s worsening hospital crisis
by Adam Ganucheau, Mississippi Today July 20, 2023 The hospital crisis has emerged as the state's most dire problem. Yet with Mississippi's major statewide primary election less than three weeks...
Nearly 9,500 Mississippians eligible for loan forgiveness under new Biden administration plan
by Molly Minta, Mississippi Today July 19, 2023 Nearly 9,500 Mississippians will see their student loans automatically discharged following changes made by the U.S. Department of Education to its...
Tourism Veteran Rochelle Hicks Named New Head of Visit Mississippi
Governor Tate Reeves today announced the appointment of tourism industry veteran Rochelle Hicks to lead Visit Mississippi. She begins the new role on August 14th. "I am excited to welcome Rochelle...
Governor’s boast on Mississippi per capita income leaves out key fact: We’re still last.
by Bobby Harrison, Mississippi Today July 19, 2023 Gov. Tate Reeves’ boast on social media that Mississippi’s per capita personal income increased by about $8,700 during his tenure as governor...
Ag Commissioner Andy Gipson Announces Organic Certification Cost-Share Program
Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson announced that the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce (MDAC) is offering a cost-share program for Mississippi organic producers...
MDOT hosts Safety Message Contest
Have you ever thought that you could create a better message for the signs you see above the roadways? Now is your chance to prove it! The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is holding...