• Department of Human Services Launch Investigation
  Department of Human Services Director Don Taylor and State Auditor Phil Bryant have launched an investigation into whether Temporary Assistance for Needy Family funds were properly spent by their recipients. Taylor says he welcomes the investigation. (0:22)
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  The allegations of misuse come from current and former DHS employees. State Auditor Phil Bryant... (0:19)
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• Abuse of TANF Funds Being Investigated
  The State Auditor's office is conducting an investigation into improper use of welfare funding distributed by the state department of human services. MPB's Scott Phillips has this report. (1:34)
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• Mayo makes tax presentation
  State Representative John Mayo of Clarksdale has officially presented his plan for increasing taxes to the Ways and Means Committee of the House of Representatives. Representative Mayo told his colleagues that even with cuts in state government, the cost squeeze will continue until they commit to finding the funding to maintain services. (0:33)
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  Mayo doesn't expect legislators to vote on his proposal but hopes it will be a catalyst for future consideration. In the senate Appropriations Chairman Jack Gordon says there is no sentiment for an increase although there is pressure for some tax increases. (0:28)
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• Mayo presents tax proposals
  State Representative John Mayo of Clarksdale says only casino gambling has prevented a need for a tax increase years ago. But now he has made his proposal for tax increases to the House Ways and Means Committee as Wayne Sorge reports. (1:32)
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• Emergency responders prepare to work together in Mississippi
  As the FBI issues a caution alert calling for increased security at petrochemical plants along the gulf coast, Mississippi's emergency responders concluded a four day conference in Hattiesburg. Wayne Sorge reports the conference also included law enforcement and other emergency personnel. (2:00)
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• Legislators discuss more tort reform legislation
  Last night on QUORUM, leaders of the House and Senate Judiciary Committees discussed the on going issue of tort reform. Teresa Collier reports. (1:44)
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• Umbrella palm - Part 2
  
  Southern Gardening Radio from the Mississippi State University Extension Service serves lawn and garden enthusiasts Monday through Friday with timely information presented in a 2-minute format.

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