Patty Davis
Turn Around Tools for Underperforming Mississippi Schools
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Thanks to a grant from the national Governors Association, Mississippi has a chance to improve the achievement levels of thousands of k thru 12 students. MPB's Patty Davis reports on Making the grade, Turnaround tools for Mississippi schools.
Homeland Security Holds Roundtable Discussion on H1N1 Virus in Jackson
Tuesday, September 01, 2009
There have been two deaths in Mississippi from the H1N1 swine flu, but House Homeland Security Chairman Bennie Thompson says the state appears prepared to handle a major swine flu outbreak. MPB's Patty Davis has more.
Task Force on Graduation Rates Hits the Ground Running
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Only 14 of every 100 9th graders in Mississippi, go on to college, and even less will earn a degree. MPB's Patty Davis reports on efforts underway to raise Mississippi's educational achievement levels.
Army Engineers from Vicksburg's 412th head to Afghanistan
Friday, August 21, 2009
About 63 soldiers from the Army Reserve's 412th Engineer Command are leaving today to support the command's first deployment to Afghanistan. MPB's Patty Davis tells us more about this group of engineer soldiers based in Vicksburg.
College Board Facing Tough Budget Decisions
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
The State College Board is facing a tough economic year. MPB's Patty Davis reports budget cuts at state Universities could exceed 5%.
Flying Jennies Prepare to Deploy To the Middle East
Monday, August 17, 2009
The Air Force Reserve’s 815th Airlift Squadron is preparing to deploy for a sixth month mission to help support troops fighting abroad. MPB’s Phoebe Judge accompanied the crew as they conducted training missions on the Gulf Coast.
Future Doctors Concerned About Healthcare Reform and Their Future
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker met with some of Mississippi's brightest medical students in Jackson Tuesday, to talk about healthcare reform. MPB's Patty Davis reports.
Is Mississippi Ready for Government Funded Pre-K Education?
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Only 20% of Mississippi 4th and 8th graders test proficient in the three R's. Reading Writing and Arithmetic. MPB's Patty Davis reports on the efforts of one group that wants to move Mississippi off the bottom in education.
Habitat Rental Program Gives Potential Homeowners More Time to Qualify
Thursday, June 25, 2009
A new Habitat for Humanity pilot program is helping residents address the affordable housing crisis in South Mississippi. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.
Governor Barbour says Obama Health Care Plan Too Expensive
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Mississippi Governor Haley Barbour came to Washington to criticize a democratic health care reform proposal. House lawmakers are in the process of writing a final bill in the coming weeks. Sara Sciammacco (sha-MAH-ko) has more.
Educators Back in Classroom for Principal's Institute
Monday, June 22, 2009
While schools are closed for the Summer many teachers and administrators head back to the classroom. MPB's Patty Davis reports on the Annual Principal's Institute.
Defense Spending Includes Billions for Mississippi Shipbuilding
Sunday, June 21, 2009
The massive Defense spending bill hits the House floor for debate this week. If it passes the shipyards in Pascagoula can expect billions of dollars in work. Peter Granitz reports from Washington.
Advocates say Farm Bureau Blocking Animal Abuse Law
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
In Mississippi, deliberate acts of cruelty against cats and dogs is a misdemeanor. But one group is trying to change that. MPB's Patty Davis reports.
Stimulus in Mississippi
Friday, June 12, 2009
Federal stimulus money keeps rolling into Mississippi, but it’s still unclear how much of an impact it’s having on the state’s economy. Matt Laslo reports from Washington.
Mississippi Dealers Hit Hard by GM Bankruptcy
Thursday, June 04, 2009
The bankruptcies of General Motors and Chrysler are hitting Mississippi car dealers hard. Senator Roger Wicker brought their stories to a Senate hearing on the issue Wednesday (6/3). Tanya (Tahn-yuh) Snyder reports.
Former Mississippi Governor Ray Mabus Confirmed as U.S. Navy Secretary
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Mississippi’s Ray Mabus starts his first day as Secretary of the US Navy today. He'll take over at time when money is tight. Republicans and Democrats say they have full confidence in the former Governor. Sara Sciammacco reports from Washington.
Mississippi Congressmen on Public vs. Private Healthcare Reform
Monday, May 04, 2009
Mississippi’s Bennie Thompson wants the federal government to have a bigger role in reforming the nation’s health care system. His Republicans colleagues are pushing back. Sara Sciammacco has more.
Mississippi's Role in Obama Energy Policy
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Mississippi business and political leaders are looking at the state's role in America's future energy needs. MPB's Patty Davis has more.
Congressional Members React to the Firing of GM CEO
Wednesday, April 01, 2009
The Mississippi delegation is split over what the federal government should do with the U-S auto industry. Matt Laslo reports from Washington.
Allergy Season
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Dr. Gailen Marshall, an allergist and immunologist, talked to MPB's Karen Brown about seasonal allergies and how to stifle your symptoms.