Financials improved slightly in 2023 for Mississippi’s public pension system
(The Center Square) — Mississippi's defined benefit pension system had a better financial year in 2023 after losing money on its investments last year,...
Mississippi bases, contractors to benefit from defense spending bill
(The Center Square) – Mississippi bases and military contractors will receive more than $1 billion in federal spending under the new National Defense Authorization...
Tax revenues inched up slightly in Mississippi in November
(The Center Square) – According to the Mississippi Department of Revenue, tax revenues outpaced estimates, both for November and the fiscal year.
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Evaluation of learning program limited, hindering conclusions
(The Center Square) — A report by a Mississippi legislative committee says results are mixed with the state's prekindergarten collaborative program amid some promising...
Committee finds grade inflation, retention issues in schools
(The Center Square) – Students in kindergarten through 12th grade often have their grades inflated and are not retaining mastery of core subjects, a...