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Mississippi lottery sees multiple big winners within February's first three weeks

February has been a notable month for lottery players in Mississippi, with significant wins recorded across the state.

By Magnolia State News | Feb 20, 2025

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3 H-1B petitions filed by Information employers classified under the Information industry in Mississippi in 2024

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

By Magnolia State News | Feb 17, 2025

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Mississippi inflation rate outpaces national average as of December 2024

By Magnolia State News | Feb 5, 2025

As of December 2024, Mississippi experienced a 22.1% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.7% increase.

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FOIA Request Sent to Mississippi Secretary of State - Elections Department Regarding Spring Elections Candidates for Office on February 5, 2025

By Magnolia State News | Feb 5, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Mississippi Secretary of State - Elections Department on February 5, 2025.

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2023: Mississippi ranks 34th nationwide for total received in EDA grants, at $4,029,618

By Magnolia State News | Jan 9, 2025

In 2023, Mississippi received $4,029,618 in EDA grants for economic development projects, ranking 34th nationwide, according to the US Economic Development Administration (EDA).

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Mississippi receives 3 EDA grants totaling $500,000 for planning in 2023

By Magnolia State News | Dec 29, 2024

Mississippi received three grants totaling $500,000 for planning in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Mississippi receives 1 EDA grant totaling $109,618 for technical assistance in 2023

By Magnolia State News | Dec 28, 2024

Mississippi received one grant totaling $109,618 for technical assistance in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Mississippi receives 1 EDA grant totaling $3,000,000 for regional innovation strategies in 2023

By Magnolia State News | Dec 27, 2024

Mississippi received one grant totaling $3,000,000 for regional innovation strategies in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Mississippi receives 2 EDA grants totaling $420,000 for public works in 2023

By Magnolia State News | Dec 26, 2024

Mississippi received two grants totaling $420,000 for public works in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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FOIA Request Sent to Mississippi State Board of Education Regarding Instructional Mandates for State K-12 Schools on December 10, 2024

By Magnolia State News | Dec 10, 2024

FOIA Request to Mississippi State Board of Education Regarding Instructional Mandates for State K-12 Schools on December 10, 2024.

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Inflation in Mississippi outpaces national average as of November 2024

By Magnolia State News | Dec 1, 2024

As of November 2024, Mississippi experienced a 22.3% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.6% increase.

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EDA funds 7 projects to support economic development in Mississippi during 2023

By Magnolia State News | Nov 21, 2024

Mississippi ranked 33rd in the US after receiving seven EDA grants to fund economic development projects in 2023.

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Mississippi sees inflation increase as of October 2024

By Magnolia State News | Nov 21, 2024

As of October 2024, Mississippi experienced a 22.1% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.7% increase.

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VA provides 23.7% more home purchase loans in Mississippi in Q3

By Magnolia State News | Nov 15, 2024

There were 893 VA home purchases in Mississippi in the third quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $250.6 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Number of VA loans issued in Mississippi increased by 228.3% from Q3 2023 to Q3 2024

By Magnolia State News | Nov 12, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 1,185 home loans in Mississippi, totaling $331.3 million, during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA issues fewer Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Mississippi in Q3 vs. Q2 2024

By Magnolia State News | Nov 9, 2024

The VA issued 86 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Mississippi during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 152 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA home loan amount in Mississippi increases from 2022 to 2023

By Magnolia State News | Nov 8, 2024

The average VA loan amount for Mississippi in the fiscal year 2023 was $269,748, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA Purchase Loan amount in Mississippi increases from Q2 to Q3

By Magnolia State News | Nov 6, 2024

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Mississippi in the third quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $280,649, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA home loan amount in Mississippi increases in Q3

By Magnolia State News | Nov 3, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in Mississippi during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $279,587, a 1.2% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA IRRRL loan amount in Mississippi increases from Q2 to Q3

By Magnolia State News | Oct 31, 2024

The average VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) amount in Mississippi during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $314,718, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.