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Trump Gives a Partisan Prime-Time Address Insisting the Economy is Stronger Than Many Voters Feel

by Josh Boak and Associated Press December 18, 2025December 18, 2025

President Donald Trump delivered a politically charged speech Wednesday carried live in prime time on network television, seeking to pin the blame for economic challengeson Democrats.

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The US Gained 64,000 Jobs In November but Lost 105,000 in October; Unemployment Rate at 4.6%

by Paul Wiseman and Associated Press December 16, 2025December 16, 2025

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Industrial Park Aims to Bring Jobs, Growth to Pearl River County

by Morgan Gill, Alexa Hatten, Sameen Chand, Jaydon Koss and RHCJC News October 27, 2025October 27, 2025

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Opinion | A Prolonged Government Shutdown Could Send U.S. Economy Tumbling

by John W. Diamond October 8, 2025

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Opinion | The Remote Work Revolution: Mississippi’s Path to Economic Recovery

by Letitia Johnson October 2, 2025February 16, 2026

Delbert Hosemann speaks at a blue podium, arms held out wide. The podium reads "Neshoba County Fair" in yellow letters

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Lt. Gov. Hosemann Calls for Tax Rebates, Higher Teacher Pay; Considering Governor Run

by Heather Harrison July 31, 2025July 31, 2025

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Mississippi Looks to Reverse Brain Drain With Jobs, Education

by Morgan Gill, JC Roberts, Sameen Chand and RHCJC News June 30, 2025June 30, 2025

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Ashley Furniture Plans $80 Million Expansion in Lee County, Miss., With 500 New Jobs

by Associated Press July 18, 2024July 18, 2024

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Mississippi Hits Employment Record, But Labor Force Participation Is Nation’s Lowest

by Ashton Pittman June 26, 2024June 26, 2024