A new rule regarding SNAP benefits will not impact Mississippi, according to the Mississippi Department of Human Services. The rule, drafted by the USDA, tightens work requirements for able-bodied adults without dependents and reforms the ability for states to grant … Continued
Mississippi State University and Jones College signed a memorandum of understanding this week to formalize partnership programs for students enrolled in technical education programs. The agreement outlines a pathway for Jones College students to complete MSU’s new Bachelor of Applied … Continued
Mississippi’s new elected officials are getting their staffs together. Secretary of State-elect Michael Watson announced that he will be hiring Keith Davis as his Chief of Staff. Watson was elected in November with 59% of the vote to become Mississippi’s … Continued
(Information provided by the Mississippi Wildlife Federation) With deer hunting season in full swing, one of the most impactful programs in the state – the Mississippi Wildlife Federation’s Hunter’s Harvest Program – has begun, allowing hunters to share their harvest with … Continued
Courtesy of Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith’s Office. 16 Mississippi counties could benefit from federal assistance following Tropical Storm Olga, which hit Mississippi in October. The Mississippi congressional delegation sent a letter to President Donald J. Trump requesting full consideration of Mississippi Governor … Continued
(Information provided by Hinds Community College) Hinds Community College President Dr. Clyde Muse today announced to the Board of Trustees at their regular monthly meeting his intention to retire on June 30, 2020, after 42 years as chief of the … Continued
Jackson Man Sentenced to Eight Years in Federal Prison Under Project EJECT for Illegally Possessing a Firearm and other convictions in three surrounding states. Otha Ray Flowers, 37, of Jackson, was sentenced yesterday by U.S. District Court Judge Henry T. … Continued
Courtesy of State Auditor’s Office MBN Director will be required to repay compensation for claiming to be law enforcement and not obtaining proper payment authorization State Auditor Shad White released an audit of the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics (MBN) which … Continued
Senator Backs Permanent Fix as Defense Department Agrees to Provisional Improved Mammography Options, Senator Cosponsors Legislation to Provide a Permanent Fix Two months after pushing for a Pentagon policy shift, U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today welcomed the news that … Continued
The lottery has already brought millions of dollars to Mississippi. According to a news release from the Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC), the first week of sales brought in $8,932,200 million resulting in approximately $1.9 million for roads and bridges around the … Continued