GOP comes to Mississippi
Republican presidential candidates Rick Santorum, Newt Gingrich and Mitt Romney are all vying for Mississippi votes ahead of tomorrow’s critical primary. The three candidates made sure the Magnolia...
View Article52% of Ms. GOP voters believe Obama a Muslim, poll finds
Where Mississippi Republicans are getting their facts is unclear, but it’s clear that the majority of them have their facts wrong. Here’s the dirty lowdown: President Obama is not a Muslim....
View ArticleState’s immigration bill has same provisions blocked in federal court
If enacted, Mississippi’s proposed anti-immigration law could encounter the same legal obstacles from federal judges who last week blocked two provisions of Alabama’s law. The U.S. 11th Circuit Court...
View ArticleRegions selling $900 million in stock to help repay TARP
Regions Financial Corp. is setting the stage for repaying $3.5 billion in Troubled Asset Relief Program, or TARP, money it owes the U.S. Treasury. The Birmingham-based bank, which holds the leading...
View ArticleRegions closes Morgan Keegan sale to Raymond James
Regions Financial Corp. has completed its sale of Morgan Keegan & Co. Inc. and related affiliates to Raymond James Financial Inc. for about $1.2 billion. Regions’ trust and institutional investment...
View ArticleWorkers’ comp reforms headed to governor for signing
Workers’ compensation legislation seen as a victory for business and a setback for workers’ rights passed the Mississippi Legislature Monday. The bill sponsored by Sen. Will Longwitz (R – Madison) is...
View ArticleYuki Northington to star in “HGTV Design Star”
Gulf Coast businesswoman Yuki Northington, a celebrated artist and owner of the Social Chair boutique in Bay St. Louis, will star in the upcoming next season of “HGTV Design Star.” Since 2006, the...
View ArticleStable corn prices, lower production seen as poultry’s best hope for rebound
Poultry — Mississippi’s top agricultural commodity – is weathering economic storms by responding quickly to shifts in demand, and economists at Mississippi State University predict 2012 will be a year...
View ArticleRun domestic violence out of town — in a purple dress
JACKSON — Grab your running shoes and favorite purple “dress” and join the Domestic Violence Services Center of Catholic Charities Inc. and Jaco’s Tacos for a sunset 5K Purple Dress run/walk fundraiser...
View ArticleOlympics-style construction championship coming to Trade Mart
The Mississippi Construction Education Foundation (MCEF), Mississippi Department of Education and construction industry partners are hosting the 2013 SkillsUSA Mississippi State Championship Feb. 26-27...
View ArticleAnother blow? State could see more severe weather
It has been a stormy start to the year here in Mississippi, and that trend looks to continue tomorrow. In fact, we could see our stormiest day yet. A massive storm front is now pushing its way through...
View ArticlePastrami and perseverance: Grocer shows American spirit
After days and days and days (etc.) of seemingly endless tragic news, there is an item out of California that should not only put a smile on your face, but also reaffirm your faith in Americans’...
View ArticleRains making for tense weekend in Central, South Miss.
With rain still falling, residents in Central and South Mississippi are watching area rivers and creeks rise, prompting officials to issue numerous warnings and seemingly countless flood watches and...
View ArticleWomen’s group says ‘Engage. Learn. Find Success!’
The Women’s Business Enterprise Council South is presenting a program titled ‘Engage. Learn. Find Success!” The event will be held Thursday, May 23, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. in Belhaven College’s...
View ArticleCEO Silverman moves from Madison to Brandon
Crossgates River Oaks Hospital has a new — but familiar — chief executive officer. Glen Silverman has accepted the role of CEO of the hospital in Brandon after having served in the same capacity at...
View ArticleNORTHWAY: Steve Knight should be first-ballot Hall of Famer
Trivia question: Which men’s basketball head coach has the most career wins at one school in Mississippi collegiate history, all levels? Hint: He set the record several years ago, is still at the same...
View Article‘Art of Commemoration’ is a must-read for both historians and art lovers
One of the treasures of the Vicksburg National Military Park is the stunning art of the park’s monuments, markers and statues. And, there is a great book, offered free of charge, that gives the...
View ArticleHave you tried Pimento’s? Nothing cheesy about it
If you’re in the Clinton area and looking to grab a cup of coffee or a sandwich in a unique location, check out Pimento’s Café & Market. While the eatery has been opened for almost a year, it is...
View ArticleBaker Donelson recognized for taking care of its staff
The law firm of Baker Donelson has earned yet another award, this one for operating an exemplary workplace. Vault Inc. has named Baker Donelson a winner in the 2014 edition of “Best Law Firms to Work...
View ArticleMore puzzling numbers reported on construction industry
The construction industry has again released statistics that do not seem to quite add up, this time concerning employment. In July, builders recorded a loss of 6,000 jobs in July, according to figures...
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