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Mississippi Insight for July 9, 2023: One on one with Tiffany Longino
SUMMARY: In this content, Tiffany Longino, a Republican candidate for lieutenant governor in Mississippi, discusses various issues including economic policy, taxes, healthcare, and education. She emphasizes the need for transparency in healthcare bills and proposes implementing mental health programs in schools. Longino also talks about her plan to create a dual curriculum system that focuses on agriculture to keep young adults in Mississippi and increase job opportunities. She suggests increasing revenue from corporations instead of raising taxes on Mississippians. She supports the expansion of Medicaid and highlights the importance of addressing health issues, such as obesity and STDs, through education and prevention programs. Longino acknowledges Mississippi’s low ranking in healthcare and calls for initiatives to improve transparency and access to healthcare services.
Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann faces two challengers in the August 8 Republican primary election. This week, we hear from one of them Tiffany Longino of Brandon, about your priorities if she is elected to the state’s second most-powerful political office. Hosted by 12 news’ Byron Brown and produced by Tom Wright.
SUMMARY: Governor Reeves’ 2025 State of the State address highlighted significant economic progress in Mississippi, citing 2024 as the state’s most successful year to date. He presented a bill aimed at eliminating the state income tax, calling on the Senate to collaborate on this initiative. Reeves emphasized the impact of over $32 billion in private sector investments since 2020, noting that these funds are actively enhancing the lives of Mississippians by creating jobs and bolstering the economy. He encouraged companies to build their products in Mississippi, promoting the state as a vibrant market for growth and opportunity.
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SUMMARY: The weather today is mostly cloudy with temperatures in the mid-40s to low 50s across the Pine Belt. The sky is expected to clear up a bit, with some sunshine peeking through. Highs will reach around 73°F in the afternoon, cooling to 65°F by 6 p.m. Schools can expect mostly cloudy skies, with temperatures around 50°F in the morning and 73°F in the afternoon. Overnight lows will be in the low 50s, with possible light fog. Tomorrow promises warmer temperatures in the mid-70s, with light southeast winds. The week ahead looks mild, with rain chances early Friday.
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SUMMARY: Columbus Place, formerly a premier shopping destination in Northeast Mississippi since its 1973 opening, has fallen on hard times but is set for renovation. Plans aim to transform the interior into an outdoor shopping center similar to those in Bridgeland, Jackson, or Colville, Tennessee. The developers, Whole Property Group, have invested millions to revitalize the mall, acknowledging a local need for a new shopping hub. The project will include gutting the existing structure, with construction expected to begin this summer. Additional retail renovations are also underway in the area, promising a revitalized shopping experience for the community.
Renovations continue at the old Leigh Mall in Columbus.
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