Carl Gibson
Mississippi Lawmakers Get Active to Fight Obesity
Friday, March 19, 2010
Elected officials in Mississippi are teaming up to get fit and raise awareness about the state's high rates of obesity and diabetes. MPB's Carl Gibson reports on how these lawmakers are taking their message back to their constituents.
Special Session Likely on Unemployment Compensation
Thursday, March 18, 2010
It may take a special session to reauthorize the Mississippi Department of Employment Security. MPB's Carl Gibson reports.
Governor Cuts Budget by $40M After Legislative Budget Hearing
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Governor Haley Barbour has cut the state's budget again for this fiscal year, and lawmakers have adjusted next year's revenue projections. MPB's Carl Gibson reports.
Senate Approves $30 Million for K-12 Education
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
A measure passed yesterday in the Mississippi Senate could provide some much-needed funding for public schools. However, As MPB's Carl Gibson reports, the vote is drawing criticism for creating a deficit in next year's budget.
Canton Studio to Entice Moviemakers to Mississippi
Monday, March 15, 2010
A state of the art film studio will soon be ready for production in Central Mississippi. As MPB's Carl Gibson reports, this could boost the state's thriving film business.
Mississippi Works to Attract Solar Panel Manufacturing Plant
Saturday, March 13, 2010
Green energy jobs could be coming to Mississippi. MPB's Carl Gibson reports.
State Officials Address Auto Recall Concerns
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Recalls issued by Toyota and Nissan have state officials stepping in over auto safety concerns. MPB's Carl Gibson reports.
Bike Safety Bill Awaits Governor's Signature
Tuesday, March 09, 2010
Mississippi's House of Representatives has passed a bill that could help save the lives of bicyclists, promote wellness, and spur tourism growth. MPB's Carl Gibson reports.
Agencies Struggling to Safeguard Employees Amidst Budget Woes
Monday, March 08, 2010
Mississippi agencies are hoping to keep a steady workforce. As MPB's Carl Gibson reports,
some state agencies are evaluating options on how to best cope with budget cuts with the least impact on workers.Mississippians Shift Careers to Fight Unemployment
Monday, March 08, 2010
A slow job market has some Mississippians rethinking their career paths. MPB's Carl Gibson reports.
Lawmakers Looking Ahead to 2011 Budget
Thursday, March 04, 2010
Mississippi's legislature is hoping to end the session on time as 2011 budget talks continue. However, as MPB's Carl Gibson reports, lawmakers have steep hills to climb in trying to adequately fund state government.
Lawmakers React to Conference Agreement on 2010 Budget
Wednesday, March 03, 2010
Mississippi lawmakers are hoping to get through the rest of the fiscal year without any more budget cuts, after yesterday's adoption of a conference agreement on the 2010 budget. MPB's Carl Gibson reports.
Significant Bills Live to See Floor Action
Tuesday, March 02, 2010
While the 2011 budget debate continues, several bills have died after yesterday's deadline for legislation to pass out of committee. However, as MPB's Carl Gibson reports, a few significant measures are now awaiting floor action.
2010 Budget Compromise Expected Soon, Despite Warnings of More Budget Cuts
Monday, March 01, 2010
Another round of budget cuts could be on the way for Mississippi after the release of dismal tax collections for February. As MPB's Carl Gibson reports, lawmakers in conference are still working toward a quick compromise on the 2010 budget.
Bill in House Committee Could Outlaw Texting While Driving
Friday, February 26, 2010
A House proposal that would outlaw text messaging while driving is drawing both support and criticism from Mississippians. MPB's Carl Gibson reports.
Motion to Override Veto Fails in Senate
Friday, February 26, 2010
The senate has voted down a motion to override Governor Haley Barbour's veto of a bipartisan budget compromise. MPB's Carl Gibson reports.
Mississippi Parents Stress Internet Safety
Friday, February 26, 2010
This week, a 64 year-old from Kiln was sentenced to 7 years in prison over sexual online chat with a perceived 14 year-old. As MPB's Carl Gibson reports, parents are stressing internet safety for Mississippi children.
Legislators Vote to Borrow Federal Money for Public Infrastructure
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Several multimillion dollar bond bills have been passed in both houses of the legislature. As MPB's Carl Gibson reports, bonds will fund key public infrastructure.
Emergency Responders, Meteorologists Advocate Tornado Preparedness
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Schools and businesses across Mississippi will participate in a statewide tornado drill this morning, as part of National Severe Weather Awareness week. MPB's Carl Gibson reports.
Kemper Coal Plant Proposal Stirs Up Controversy
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
A proposed power plant in Kemper County to meet increasing energy demand is raising questions about potential environmental and social impacts on the region. In this report, MPB's Carl Gibson examines both the pros and cons of the project.