Statewide News
Young joins Carter, Tate in Republican field seeking to replace Secretary of State Watson in 2027
By: Frank Corder, Magnolia Tribune Shuwaski Young has joined a growing list of Republicans who say they will run for Mississippi Secretary of State in 2027. “I’m running to protect our...
What’s Happening, Mississippi? Things to do in the Magnolia State in July 2025
By: Susan Marquez, Magnolia Tribune While the thermometer reads scorching, there are plenty of ways to stay cool during what may, arguably, be the hottest month in Mississippi’s calendar....
Governor Reeves touts Mississippi’s economic momentum as revenues exceed estimates
By: Frank Corder, Magnolia Tribune On Tuesday, Governor Tate Reeves (R) celebrated the start of the state’s new fiscal year by saying in a social media post that Mississippi is in the...
New Mississippi laws set to take effect July 1
By: Frank Corder, Magnolia Tribune July 1 is not only the start of the new fiscal year in the state of Mississippi; it is also when most of the new laws passed during the 2025...
Speaker White tasks members with exploring topics likely on House’s 2026 legislative agenda
By: Jeremy Pittari, Magnolia Tribune This week, the Speaker of the Mississippi House announced Select Committees to explore four policy issues the chamber is likely to consider in the...
Howard Industries investing nearly $237 million in Clarke, Jones and Simpson counties
By: Lynne Jeter, Magnolia Tribune It’s another home run for Mississippi business. On Thursday, Howard Industries, a home-grown, family-owned Mississippi company with 5,000...