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How Tariffs Threaten Mississippi’s Economy
As calls for new tariffs resurface in U.S. political debate, it’s crucial to understand how such measures could disproportionately harm...
Yaller Dog
May 12 min read
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Why Cuts to USAID Harm Rural Farmers in the South
The Trump administration’s cuts to USAID have raised significant concerns about their potential impact on rural farming communities.
Yaller Dog
Mar 32 min read
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NOAA Hit by Significant Job Cuts Under Trump Administration
The Trump administration has implemented sweeping job cuts at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
Yaller Dog
Feb 281 min read
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What Eliminating Title 1 would Mean for Mississippi
The potential elimination of Title I funding poses significant challenges for Mississippi's education system.
Yaller Dog
Feb 52 min read
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Mississippi’s Poultry Industry and the Impact of ICE Raids on Immigrant Labor
Mississippi's poultry industry relies heavily on immigrant labor ICE Raids and deportation of workers could cause mass labor shortages...
Yaller Dog
Jan 212 min read
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Trump takes aim at Mississippi's largest trading partner, Canada
Presidnt Trump plans to sign an executive order imposing a 25% tariff on all goods from Mexico and Canada and a 10% tariff on goods from...
Yaller Dog
Jan 212 min read
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Mississippi Metropolitan Areas Achieve Lowest Unemployment Rates in the Nation
Governor Tate Reeves recently announced that several metropolitan areas in Mississippi have achieved the lowest not seasonally adjusted...
Yaller Dog
Jun 20, 20241 min read
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Enhancing Jackson's Infrastructure: State Funding Highlights
In a significant development for Jackson, Mississippi , the state legislature has approved and the governor has signed an appropriations...
Yaller Dog
Jun 17, 20241 min read
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Mississippi Moves to Implement Purple Alert System for Missing Individuals with Cognitive Disabilities
Mississippi moves to establish a special alert notification system for individuals with cognitive disabilities.
Yaller Dog
Jun 14, 20242 min read
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Increased Death Benefits for First Responders Headed to Governor’s Desk
A significant legislative measure aimed at supporting first responders in Mississippi is now awaiting approval from Governor Tate Reeves.
Yaller Dog
Jun 14, 20241 min read
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Mandatory Driver’s Education Coming to Mississippi Schools
Mississippi is taking a significant step towards improving teen driver safety with the passage of Senate Bill 2695.
Yaller Dog
Jun 14, 20242 min read
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Smith County School Makes U.S. News and World Report Top 5
Nestled in the heart of Smith County, Mississippi, Raleigh High School is making waves on the state and national stage.
Yaller Dog
Jun 14, 20242 min read
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Anduril Industries Expands Operations in McHenry, Creating Jobs
Anduril Industries' $75M expansion in McHenry, Mississippi, creates 60 new jobs, boosting defense and aerospace innovation.
Yaller Dog
Jun 14, 20242 min read
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Mississippi Senate Announces Medicaid Expansion Bill
In a victory for Mississippi workers, Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hoffman announced the Mississippi Senate is working on a bill that will...
Yaller Dog
Feb 16, 20241 min read
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Amazon to Bring 1,000 Jobs to Mississippi
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced a substantial $10 billion investment plan to construct several data center complexes within two...
Yaller Dog
Feb 16, 20241 min read
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Reeves appoints Cork as head of Mississippi Development Authority
Governor Tate Reeves has named Bill Cork as the new head of the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA), the principal agency for...
Yaller Dog
Feb 15, 20241 min read
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Mississippi High School Graduation Rates Soar to Near 90%
Mississippi's high school graduation rate for the 2022-23 school year reached was 89.4%, the highest in state history, according to the...
Yaller Dog
Feb 15, 20241 min read
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Bipartisan EV Plant Proposal to Bring 2,000 Jobs to Mississippi
Mississippi lawmakers has approved the establishment of a new factory dedicated to producing electric vehicle (EV) batteries in Marshall...
Yaller Dog
Feb 15, 20241 min read
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Our River: How the Mississippi Shaped This Nation
The Mississippi River, one of the most significant waterways in the United States, has played a pivotal role in the country's...
Yaller Dog
Feb 15, 20242 min read
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Mississippi Unemployment Hits Record Low
According to the Mississippi Department of Economic Security, the state reached an unemployment percentage of 2.6% in November 2023, the...
Yaller Dog
Feb 15, 20241 min read
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