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Mississippi sees lowest unemployment rate in state history for second month in a row
Mississippi’s unemployment rate has reached a record low in state history for the second month in a row after totaling 3.4 percent in April.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Mississippi has continued to make state history by reporting a lower rate of unemployment after totaling 3.5 percent during the previous month.
In March, 18 other states had a decrease in unemployment rates, while 32 reported stable numbers. Compared to March of 2022, 11 states and the District of Columbia had jobless rate decreases, 10 states had increases, and 29 had little change….
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By: Alyssa Arbuckle
Title: Mississippi sees lowest unemployment rate in state history for second month in a row
Sourced From: www.supertalk.fm/mississippi-sees-lowest-unemployment-rate-in-state-history-for-second-month-in-a-row/
Published Date: Fri, 19 May 2023 19:34:12 +0000
SUMMARY: This weekend in Mississippi (April 25-27) features a variety of events across Central and Pine Belt regions. Highlights include MiraGotSoul at Vibe Studio in Jackson, a community Dinner and Movie in Clinton, and the Natchez Kite Festival. Enjoy live performances with Sweet Lizzy Project in Natchez and the New Bourbon Street Jazz Band in Clinton. Family-friendly activities include the Native Plant Fest and Community Farmers Market in Jackson. In Hattiesburg, catch the Henry Cho tour and the Downtown Crawfish Jam Music Festival. Overall, it’s a weekend full of entertainment, culture, and fun activities for all ages.
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SUMMARY: This weekend (April 18-20), Mississippi offers a variety of events for all ages. In Jackson, enjoy Food Truck Friday, a jazz concert, free outdoor movie screenings, and multiple exhibitions including “Of Salt and Spirit” and “Hurricane Katrina: Mississippi Remembers.” For family fun, there’s an Easter Egg Hunt at the Ag Museum and “Bunnies & Butterflies” at MCM. Natchez features the Spring Pilgrimage, Lafayette’s 200th anniversary celebration, and a farmers market. In the Pine Belt, highlights include Live at Five, a Spring Candle-Making Workshop, and Easter events at the Hattiesburg Zoo. Don’t miss the Bluff City Block Party and more!
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SUMMARY: This weekend in Mississippi (April 11-13), enjoy a variety of events across the state. Highlights include the Eudora Welty Birthday Bash in Jackson, Trivia Night at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, and Boots & Bling Fundraiser in Natchez. For family fun, check out the Bunny Bonanza in Jackson or the Easter Egg Hunt in Clinton. The Natchez Concours d’Elegance Car Show and Stranger Than Fiction Film Festival offer cultural experiences, while the 12th Annual Dragon Boat Regatta in Ridgeland and the Hub City Classic Car Show in Hattiesburg provide exciting activities for all ages.
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