SUMMARY: Polls in Mississippi will reopen on April 22 for municipal primary runoff elections, determining nominees for mayor, city council, and board of aldermen. Municipalities participating include Baldwyn, Gulfport, Jackson, and others. Registered voters can vote absentee in person until April 19, or by mail, with ballots due by Election Day. On April 22, polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Voters who participated in the April 1 primaries must vote the same party, while others may choose their party. To find polling locations or check results, contact local clerks or listen to SuperTalk Mississippi News.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi Congressman Bennie Thompson has endorsed state Sen. John Horhn for Jackson’s mayoral race, opposing incumbent Chokwe Antar Lumumba. Thompson believes Horhn is better equipped to tackle the city’s persistent challenges, such as crime, infrastructure, and economic development. He emphasized Horhn’s commitment to oppose state interference in Jackson’s affairs, particularly concerning the airport. Despite previously supporting Lumumba, Thompson criticized his administration’s failure to secure federal resources for the city. Horhn, who received 48.4% of the vote in the Democratic primary, aims for leadership change amid Lumumba’s ongoing federal bribery trial. The primary runoff is set for April 22.

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SUMMARY: GE Aerospace is investing $11 million to expand manufacturing capacity at its Batesville facility, enhancing production for narrowbody and widebody aircraft engines, military fighter jets, and helicopters. This expansion will introduce advanced industrial equipment and inspection technology, aiming to ensure high-quality output. The Mississippi Development Authority is facilitating the project through tax incentives and support for building improvements and equipment relocation, with contributions from local organizations. The expansion is expected to create 100 jobs over three years. Governor Tate Reeves praised GE Aerospace as a premier company contributing to Mississippi’s economy and manufacturing reputation.

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