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Legislators, Governor React to Dismal Revenue Projections

Mississippi's revenue estimates for the first four months of this fiscal year are 111 million dollars below projections. As MPB's Carl Gibson reports, lawmakers are preparing to make hard decisions in how they prioritize state government.

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Securing Mississippi's Military Bases

How secure are military installations in Mississippi? Following last week’s killings in Fort Hood Texas, MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports Mississippi National Guard Officials remain vigilant.
Mississippi's Jobless Get Help from Federal Government

Starting today, Mississippi will receive federal funds for 13 more weeks of unemployment benefits. MPB's Carl Gibson reports on how this affects those still looking for work in the state.
Tax Revenues Drop $111 Million in First Quarter of FY 2010

Mississippi's revenue projections through the next two fiscal years are looking grim. MPB's Carl Gibson reports on how lawmakers are bracing for impact.
One Gulf Coast Town Tries to Tackle Skyrocketing Insurance Rates

A newly released survey shows that is skyrocketing insurance rates are having major impacts on one Gulf Coast town. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.
Veterans Cemetery Groundbreaking in Newton County

More than 50 thousand Mississippi Soldiers and their families will soon be able to make Mississippi Veterans Memorial Cemetery their final resting place. MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports.

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