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How many H-1B petitions were made by Mississippi employers classified under the Construction industry during 2024?

By Magnolia State News | Apr 14, 2025

In 2024, 16 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Construction industry located in Mississippi, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Mississippi's combined tax revenues down 13.3% from Q2 to Q3 2024

By Magnolia State News | Apr 11, 2025

Mississippi collected $2.5 billion in combined tax revenues during the third quarter of 2024.

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Q3 2024: Mississippi's combined tax revenues down 13.3% since Q2 2024

By Magnolia State News | Apr 10, 2025

Mississippi collected $2.5 billion in total tax revenues during the third quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Mississippi ranks 3rd among 38 U.S. states for teacher shortages

By Magnolia State News | Apr 9, 2025

As of 2025, Mississippi reported 3,036 teacher vacancies, equating to 69 vacancies per 10,000 students, positioning it 3rd among 38 U.S. states facing teacher shortages, according to the World Population Review.

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4 H-1B petitions filed by Public Administration employers classified under the Public Administration industry in Mississippi in 2024

By Magnolia State News | Apr 7, 2025

In 2024, four H-1B petitions were filed by an employer classified under the Public Administration industry located in Mississippi, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Analysis: Mississippi one of 25 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Magnolia State News | Apr 6, 2025

An analysis by Magnolia State News shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” Mississippi is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls' high school sports.

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EDA awards over $4 million in grants for economic development projects in Mississippi in 2023

By Magnolia State News | Apr 3, 2025

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) issued seven grants totaling $4,029,618 in 2023 to fund economic development projects in Mississippi.

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Mississippi ranks 30 among U.S. states for teacher starting salary

By Magnolia State News | Apr 2, 2025

Mississippi ranks 30 among U.S. states for teacher starting salaries, with an average starting salary of $42,336 in 2024, according to the National Education Association (NEA).

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Employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry file 26 H-1B petitions in Mississippi throughout 2024

By Magnolia State News | Mar 31, 2025

Employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry based in Mississippi submitted 26 H-1B petitions during 2024.

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How many H-1B petitions made by Mississippi employers were approved during 2024?

By Magnolia State News | Mar 26, 2025

In 2024, 98.7% of H-1B petitions filed by employers in Mississippi were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Mississippi sees 15.3% increase in transfer reliance since 1970

By Magnolia State News | Mar 25, 2025

In 2022, government transfers contributed 25.8% of income in Mississippi. How does this compare to historical figures?

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H-1B Insights: Employers classified under the Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services industry file 1 petition in Mississippi throughout 2024

By Magnolia State News | Mar 24, 2025

In 2024, one H-1B petition were filed by an employer classified under the Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services industry located in Mississippi.

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Quick Prints founder Margaret Remy reflects on decades in photography business

By Magnolia State News | Mar 21, 2025

Margaret Remy, a member of the NFIB Mississippi Leadership Council, founded Quick Prints in Meridian 42 years ago.

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Mississippi Legislature passes bill to phase out state income tax

By Magnolia State News | Mar 20, 2025

The Mississippi Legislature has passed House Bill 1, a significant measure aimed at phasing out the state income tax.

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NFIB calls on Governor Reeves to sign farm relief bills

By Magnolia State News | Mar 20, 2025

NFIB is urging Governor Tate Reeves to sign important legislation aimed at bolstering Mississippi's agricultural sector.

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Individual income tax puts $620 million into Mississippi's revenue in Q4, 2023

By Magnolia State News | Mar 19, 2025

Individual income taxes in Mississippi reached $620 million in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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6 basketball players from Mississippi to play in NCAA women’s tournament

By Magnolia State News | Mar 18, 2025

Gulfport, Clinton, Ridgeland, Columbus, Bogue Chitto and Tylertown players represent Mississippi in the tournament.

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How many H-1B petitions were made by Mississippi employers classified under the Manufacturing industry during 2024?

By Magnolia State News | Mar 17, 2025

Employers classified under the Manufacturing industry based in Mississippi submitted 17 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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March Madness: Mississippi represented by 11 basketball players in men’s NCAA tournament

By Magnolia State News | Mar 17, 2025

Jackson and Madison players represent Mississippi in the tournament.

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Mississippi advances agriculture legislation impacting labeling and agritourism

By Magnolia State News | Mar 15, 2025

Following a significant legislative deadline, Mississippi's Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce, Andy Gipson, has expressed his support for the advancement of four bills that could impact the state's agriculture and seafood sectors.