Tall grass creeps up boarded windows. Overgrown lots hold little but broken glass and flat tires. Rotten porches sag under the weight of years of neglect. These sights of urban decay are common in Mississippi – and cleaning them up is not a simple job.
Mississippi lawmakers are advancing House Bill 855 to help police departments across the state retain officers by offering financial incentives. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Jeffrey Harness, D-McComb, would provide a one-time, $600 stipend to certified law enforcement officers who have worked at least one year at their agency.
Mississippi lawmakers are prioritizing Public Employees’ Retirement System of Mississippi reform, teacher recruitment and insurance relief as key legislative goals for the 2025 session.
A proposed tax reform in Mississippi promises to cut grocery taxes and raise gas costs to support infrastructure improvements, marking a major shift in the state’s approach to taxation and funding.
Imported seafood dominates the U.S. market, accounting for 64% - 94% of all seafood consumed in the country, according to varying sources. While imports provide affordability and year-round availability, industry representatives argue it comes at a steep cost to domestic fisheries.
The 2025 legislative session is underway, and state Capitol leaders are preparing to tackle major issues affecting Mississippians. From tax reforms to infrastructure improvements, the decisions made under the dome will have lasting impacts on communities across the state.
Long Beach
Long Beach Mayor George Bass said that, while the city is still recovering from the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, it is also looking toward future growth.
“We’ve had a growth in small...
Wiggins
Wiggins Mayor Darrell Berry said the city has seen substantial growth in recent years, with increasing demand for improved infrastructure.
“I think over the last three or four years, we’ve...
Lucedale
Lucedale Mayor Doug Lee said the city is seeking $1.2 million from the state to fund key projects, including road expansions and new sports facilities.
The city and George County have already...
Leakesville
Leakesville Mayor David West said the city’s top priority for the 2025 legislative session is securing $1.6 million to improve basic infrastructure, including roads and drainage. Of that,...
Hattiesburg
Hattiesburg Mayor Toby Barker is focused on several legislative priorities for the 2025 session, including efforts to extend leases on 16th Section land along Broadway Drive and West Pine...
Sumrall
Sumrall Mayor Joel Lofton said maintaining the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) of Mississippi is a top priority for the 2025 legislative session.
“As a small town, this (PERS)...
