Patty Davis

Some Mississippi health care organizations are hiring lobbyists to get their issues heard in Washington. Matt Laslo reports on why government watchdog groups say that raises red flags.

After the president’s bi-partisan health care summit, Mississippi Democrats remain divided on how the party should move forward on reform. Matt Laslo reports from Washington.

Senator Roger Wicker wants the “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy to stay as it is. During the State of the Union speech, President Obama called for a repeal of the law to allow gays to openly serve; Wicker serves on the committee that could decide its fate. Megan Hughes reports from Washington.

Mississippi Senator Roger Wicker just returned from Afghanistan and Pakistan. He’s on the committees that handle military policy and he says the trip raised concerns about U-S policy in the region. Matt Laslo reports from Washington.

Thru December 31st, seniors and others with Medicare Advantage or Medicare Part D have an opportunity to review their coverage needs for 2010 and modify their plans if needed. MPB's Patty Davis has more.

Mississippi's recovery from the current recession will depend on the health of the state's small businesses. Experts say, the right tools will smooth the rough road to success. MPB's Patty Davis reports.

County Health Departments will begin administering the H1N1 vaccine this week . But as MPB's Patty Davis reports, the limited supply will go to those at highest risk for complications from the flu.

Mississippi's long term talent pool depends greatly on the work being done today in higher education. MPB's Patty Davis reports on the Legislative task force on college graduation rates.

A deer in the headlights can be a dangerous thing for both the animal and the driver. MPB's Patty Davis reports the number of vehicle-deer collisions is on the rise in Mississippi.