Individuals in Clarke, Grenada, Jasper, Lawrence, Panola, and Walthall Counties who were unable to work because of the April 12th severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, and flooding, may apply for disaster unemployment assistance (DUA). According to the Mississippi Department of … Continued
With Governor Tate Reeves recently issuing an executive order allowing gyms, barbershops, and salons to reopen, most small businesses across the state of Mississippi now have the ability to open their doors. National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) director Dawn … Continued
Governor Tate Reeves has signed an executive order which will extend unemployment benefits provided to help Mississippi workers and their families impacted by COVID-19. According to a news release from the Governor’s office, the order updates instructions to the Mississippi … Continued
Mississippi State Medical Association (MSMA) Board Chair Dr. Jennifer Bryan agrees with Governor Tate Reeves on reopening the economy, however, she still wants people to pay attention to the numbers and take necessary precautions. “Our governor, I believe, is doing … Continued
Mississippi’s Attorney General has announced a rule change that will assist first responders who contract COVID-19. Attorney General Lynn Fitch has filed a temporary emergency rule change to allow first responders to make claims for financial assistance with the Law Enforcement … Continued
During a recent appearance on The Gallo Show, Mississippi Senator Jeremy England said he firmly believes a final CARES Act appropriations bill will be passed by the end of this week. “I expect when we go in tomorrow morning…we should have … Continued
For the second straight day, the Mississippi State Department of Health has reported less than 200 new cases of COVID-19. This morning, the MSDH confirmed 173 new cases of COVID-19 with an additional 5 Mississippians passing away from the virus. … Continued
The Mississippi Economic Council’s (MEC) Student-Teacher Achievement Recognition (STAR) program has saluted the academic achievements of the state’s outstanding high school students and teachers for more than fifty years. This year, the MEC M. B. Swayze Foundation has recognized 332 … Continued
This morning, a new executive order issued by Governor Tate Reeves took effect, allowing salons, barbershops and gyms across the state to reopen. If you’re a business owner/employee or if you’re planning on going to one of these newly reopened … Continued
Mississippi State Veterans Affairs Board Executive Director Stacey E. Pickering has been appointed to the State Intervention Courts Advisory Committee. The Supreme Court made the appointment in an order filed on May 7, 2020. Chief Justice Mike Randolph, who signed … Continued