Statewide News
HOW TO LOWER YOUR INSURANCE PREMIUM
The Mississippi Insurance Department (MID) often receives questions about insurance rate increases and how to save money on insurance. You can use the tips below to lower the cost of your home...
State Board Ends Assessment Contract with NWEA Due to Preliminary Reporting Error
The Mississippi State Board of Education (SBE) voted today to terminate its contract with NWEA to administer the Mississippi Academic Assessment Program (MAAP) assessments for English Language Arts...
Hinds County Economic Development Authority Welcomes Glenn McCullough as Economic Development Advisor
The Hinds County Economic Development Authority (HCEDA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Glenn McCullough, former Executive Director of the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA), as its...
Mississippi DMH Launches Mental Health Mobile App
The Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) is proud to announce the launch off the Mental Health Mississippi mobile app, an innovative and user-friendly tool designed to provide...
Mississippi schools to share nearly $240 million more in education funding this fiscal year
By: Jeremy Pittari, Magnolia Tribune 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...
Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund Opens Third Round of Application Acceptance
Governor Tate Reeves announced that the Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund (MOSTF) will open its third application cycle utilizing $12 million in funding appropriated during the 2024...