Statewide News
New report shows Mississippi made progress in education but challenges remain in other child well-being metrics
By Frank Corder, Magnolia Tribune The Annie E. Casey Foundation released its 2026 KIDS COUNT® Data Book on Monday, offering a new scoring system the organization said reveals a...
Lawmakers question Rural Health Transformation director on program’s transparency
By Jeremy Pittari, Magnolia Tribune Claims of a lack of transparency in Mississippi’s Rural Health Transformation Program were addressed during a joint meeting held by members of the...
Mississippi’s back-to-school sales tax holiday set for July 10-12
By Frank Corder, Magnolia Tribune School may have just let out for summer in Mississippi but parents who are planning to save a few dollars preparing for the next school year should...
Women’s Foundation of Mississippi Expands Maternal and Infant Health Efforts with $1.17 Million Grant
The Women's Foundation of Mississippi (WFM) has been awarded a three-year, $1.17 million grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation to expand access to culturally responsive maternal and infant...
Report: Improper ACA enrollments in Mississippi could cost taxpayers over $600 million
By Frank Corder, Magnolia Tribune A new report from the Paragon Health Institute estimates that 47% of all Mississippi sign-ups during the 2026 Affordable Care Act (ACA) enrollment...
House lawmakers consider Mississippi school consolidation amid enrollment decline, increased funding
By Jeremy Pittari, Magnolia Tribune Members of the Mississippi House of Representatives met with leaders of the Mississippi Department of Education, Institutions for Higher Learning...