Magnolia Tribune - Oct 2, 2026
Lawmakers concluded public hearings at the Mississippi Capitol on proposed legislative and congressional redistricting in the wake of Callais. State Auditor Shad White supported redistricting, while many other speakers opposed the proposals and raised concerns about racism.
Mississippi Today - Oct 2, 2026
The Mississippi Division of Medicaid is seeking a $179 million increase in its budget, an amount described as lower than its 2025 request. The request was discussed by the Medicaid Advisory Committee, but the candidate data does not indicate whether lawmakers will approve it.
SuperTalk Mississippi - Oct 2, 2026
U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith said Mississippi agricultural producers could receive about $423 million in additional or expanded federal farm assistance. The assistance stems from changes made through the Working Families Tax Cuts Act, according to the candidate summary.
