February 2009
New Furniture Jobs Announced for Calhoun County
Friday, February 27, 2009
In the midst of a troubled year, there is some good news for the Mississippi furniture industry. MPB's Patty Davis reports new jobs and a new Mississippi made product are on the way in Calhoun County.
Mississippi Governor Awards Artistic Excellence
Friday, February 27, 2009
The Mississippi Arts Commission and Governor Haley Barbour teamed up Thursday afternoon to recognize the best the state has to offer. MPB’s Arts reporter Ron Brown has the story.
Jackson Artist Making Unconventional Quilts
Friday, February 27, 2009
As an artist with an uncompromising vision, Gwen Magee is used to getting strong reactions. As MPB’s Arts Reporter Ron Brown tells us, her inspiration is found in the very fabric of our history.
More Cities Consider Allowing Hurricane Disaster Housing to Remain
Friday, February 27, 2009
The city of Bay St. Louis is one step closer to allowing MEMA cottages to remain permanently. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.
Two more Mississippi banks get TARP funds
Friday, February 27, 2009
Last week two more Mississippi banks accepted federal bailout funds as part of the Troubled Asset Relief Program, or TARP. Cari Gervin has more from Oxford.
Bill To Cut Inventory Taxes Has Some Local Government Officials Worried
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Some lawmaker are pushing for legislation to reduce Mississippi’s inventory tax to stimulate business, but some local governments are concerned it could take tax revenue away from them. MPB’s Stephen Koranda reports.
Zach Scruggs released from jail
Thursday, February 26, 2009
As the corruption trial of Hinds Circuit Judge Bobby DeLaughter inches closer, one of the defendants in the original Scruggs trial is out of jail. MPB’s Cari Gervin reports from Oxford.
Budget Cuts Hit Early Intervention Programs in South Mississippi Hard
Thursday, February 26, 2009
The Governor’s state agency budget cuts hit home for hundreds of developmentally disabled children in South Mississippi. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports on the loss of one early intervention program.
Jackson Mayor Frank Melton Back on The Job
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Frank Melton's vigilante style crime fighting almost landed him in prison this week for destroying what he called a crack house. Now the capitol city mayor is switching his focus from crime to economics. MPB's Lawayne Childrey gets reaction to his latest move.
Mississippi's Washington Delegation Reacts to Presidential Address to Congress
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Mississippi’s lawmakers had mixed reviews of President Obama’s address to Congress. Peter Granitz has more from the Capitol.
Stanford Investigation Moves Forward
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
A week after federal agents raided and closed the Tupelo office of the Stanford Financial Group, people in the area are still in shock. MPB’s Cari Gervin has more.
Community Colleges Push For More Funding
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
The economic downturn has put more demands on Mississippi’s community and junior colleges. Officials from these schools are hoping lawmakers will increase funding to help cover the costs. MPB's Stephen Koranda reports.
Civil Rights Trial of Jackson Mayor Ends With Hung Jury
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
The federal civil rights case against Jackson mayor Frank Melton and police bodyguard Michael Recio ended yesterday with a hung jury . But as MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports trouble may yet linger for the duo.
Mistrial in Melton Trial
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
A mistrial has been declared in the Federal Civil Rights trial of Jackson Mayor Frank Melton. MPB's Lawayne Childrey has more from the courthouse in downtown Jackson.
A Marathon Broadcast Sheds Light On The Homeless Issue
Tuesday, February 24, 2009Shedding light on growing nationwide problem of the homeless through a marathon broadcast from the Gulf Coast. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.
The Poor Economy Can't Stop Mardi Gras
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Mardi Gras is here once again, and the celebration on the Gulf Coast is as big as ever. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.
Eight counties to help students attend community college
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Cuts in financial aid could be on the horizon for many students. But in eight counties in the northeast part of the state, tuition for community college is now assured. Cari Gervin has more.
Five Days of Deliberations and Counting
Monday, February 23, 2009
After almost a week of deliberations jurors will head back to court to try and reach a consensus in the federal trial of Jackson Mayor Frank Melton and bodyguard Michael Recio. MPB's Lawayne Childrey is following the case and has this report.
Some Don't Agree With Governor About Stimulus Dollars
Monday, February 23, 2009
Mississippi could be in for double-digit unemployment rates as the recession continues. Part of the federal stimulus package is aimed at expanding unemployment benefits to help cover those people, but Governor Haley Barbour is saying no thank you to the offer. MPB’s Stephen Koranda reports.
Governor Barbour to Say No to 50 Million in Stimulus Funds
Monday, February 23, 2009
Governor Haley Barbour says Mississippi might reject some of the stimulus money the federal government is planning to send his way. MPB contributing reporter, Tanya Snyder reports from Washington.