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Department of Transportation Awards $22 Million in Grants to Mississippi for Infrastructure Improvements

Department of Transportation Awards $22 Million in Grants to Mississippi for Infrastructure Improvements

Senator Roger Wicker announced that the Department of Transportation has awarded a series of federal grants totaling $22 million to the state of Mississippi. These grants are designated for various infrastructure projects aimed at improving transportation safety and efficiency. Specifically, the George County Board of Supervisors will receive over $1 million to conduct a study on the potential grade separation or elimination of two railroad crossings. Additionally, the City of Biloxi has been granted $600,000 to fund the construction of continuous sidewalks and pedestrian safety improvements along the south side of Pass Road, extending from McDonnell Avenue to west of Tara Lane. These federal funds are expected to address critical infrastructure needs in the Magnolia State.
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Federal Railroad Administration Allocates $431.5 Million for Passenger Rail Crossing Safety Projects

Federal Railroad Administration Allocates $431.5 Million for Passenger Rail Crossing Safety Projects

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has selected 91 projects under the Railroad Crossing Elimination/Crossing Safety Program, with 23 of these projects, totaling $431.5 million, specifically designated to support passenger rail corridors. These funds are allocated for initiatives aimed at enhancing the safety of roads, sidewalks, and trails that intersect with railroad tracks. The investment is expected to bolster existing passenger rail services and facilitate crucial safety improvements and expansion efforts. One notable project is a $56.2 million grant awarded to the Rankin County Board of Supervisors and Waggoner Engineering. This grant will address the at-grade crossing at Highway 18 and the CPKC Meridian Speedway rail line, significantly improving safety near Mississippi's capital.
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How Democrats won their blowout midterm victory

How Democrats won their blowout midterm victory

By Yasmeen Abutaleb, Richard Cowan, Nolan D. McCaskill and Tim Reid WASHINGTON, Nov 7 (Reuters) - Four years after helping Democrats win both US Senate seats in Georgia, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer went looking for a candidate who could expand the party's map.
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Governor Reeves Directs Poultry and Egg Donations to Mississippi Food Network and Salvation Army

Governor Reeves Directs Poultry and Egg Donations to Mississippi Food Network and Salvation Army

Governor Tate Reeves has directed a substantial donation of 519,600 servings of protein, comprising 97,500 pounds of chicken meat and 129,600 eggs, to the Mississippi Food Network and the Salvation Army. This annual initiative, now in its seventh year, is facilitated by the Mississippi Poultry Association. The donation marks the beginning of the 2026 giving season. Paul Billingsley, Chairman of the Board for the Mississippi Poultry Association, emphasized the importance of this contribution in assisting Mississippians in need. Since the program's inception, members of the Mississippi Poultry Association have collectively donated over 1 million pounds of chicken and more than 2 million eggs, totaling six million servings of protein.
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Allied Universal Seeks Armed Security Officer for Site Patrol in Gulfport

Allied Universal Seeks Armed Security Officer for Site Patrol in Gulfport

Allied Universal Seeks Armed Security Officer for Site Patrol in Gulfport
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U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen Secures $9.5 Million Grant for Blaine Overpass Project

U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen Secures $9.5 Million Grant for Blaine Overpass Project

U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen championed a $9.5 million grant in 2023 through the federal RAISE (Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity) program for the design of an overpass and roundabout project in Blaine, Washington. This funding is part of a larger effort to address a long-standing issue at the Bell Road (State Route 548) railroad crossing, where traffic jams can last up to 30 minutes due to Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) train movements. The backups isolate residents, impede commuters and school children, and could delay emergency services. The project aims to replace the at-grade crossing with an overpass and a compact roundabout, incorporating a realigned I-5 ramp and a multiuse path. Additionally, the project includes the installation of a new bridge with bike and pedestrian facilities to replace the aging Dakota Creek Bridge, which has a 15-ton load restriction and lacks modern amenities. The city of Blaine also received an additional $2.2 million from the state Department...
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AI data centers took a beating in the midterm elections. A reckoning may be ahead for tech giants

AI data centers took a beating in the midterm elections. A reckoning may be ahead for tech giants

Opposition to artificial intelligence data centers was part of midterm races across the U.S., with campaigns featuring them in hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of TV ads and many winners pledging to clamp down on the energy-hungry behemoths
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Federal Railroad Administration Allocates $431.5 Million for Passenger Rail Corridor Safety Projects

Federal Railroad Administration Allocates $431.5 Million for Passenger Rail Corridor Safety Projects

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has selected 91 projects under the Railroad Crossing Elimination/Crossing Safety Program, with 23 of these projects, totaling $431.5 million, specifically designated to support passenger rail corridors. These federal grant funds will be utilized for initiatives aimed at enhancing the safety of roads, sidewalks, and trails that intersect with railroad tracks. The investment is intended to bolster existing passenger rail services and facilitate critical safety upgrades and expansion efforts. One notable project is a $56.2 million grant awarded to the Rankin County Board of Supervisors and Waggoner Engineering in Mississippi. This grant will address an at-grade crossing at Highway 18 and the CPKC Meridian Speedway rail line, significantly improving safety near Mississippi's capital. This particular project is also a foundational step for the Interstate 20 Corridor, which plans to expand passenger rail service from Meridian, Mississippi, to Fort Worth, Texas, along the...
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Mississippi Poultry Association Donates Over Half a Million Protein Servings to Charities

Mississippi Poultry Association Donates Over Half a Million Protein Servings to Charities

Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves has directed a donation of over 519,600 servings of protein to the Mississippi Food Network and the Salvation Army. This donation, consisting of 97,500 pounds of chicken and 129,600 eggs, marks the beginning of the 2026 giving season for Mississippi's poultry and egg companies. Members of the Mississippi Poultry Association, including Amick Farms, Cal-Maine Foods, Koch Foods, Mar-Jac Poultry MS, Peco Foods, Tyson Foods, and Wayne-Sanderson Farms, collectively contribute to this annual initiative. Since the program's inception, these companies have donated more than 1 million pounds of chicken and over 2 million eggs, totaling six million servings of protein.
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Senate Democrats will not let Trump put a 'right-winger' on the Supreme Court, Schumer vows

Senate Democrats will not let Trump put a 'right-winger' on the Supreme Court, Schumer vows

Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer is vowing that Democrats will not allow President Donald Trump to put “a right winger” on the Supreme Court once they take power, raising the possibility that his party could block a presidential nominee if there were a vacancy in the next two years
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U.S. Army Engages Gulfport High School Students with Interactive Career Display

U.S. Army Engages Gulfport High School Students with Interactive Career Display

The U.S. Army recently visited Gulfport High School (GHS) with an interactive 18-wheeler display, setting up in the courtyard near the Marine JROTC area. The event provided juniors, seniors, and other students during lunch periods with opportunities to explore hands-on exhibits and connect directly with Army recruiters. The initiative aimed to educate students about various career opportunities available within the military. David Wilson, the Career Coach at Gulfport High School, organized the event to offer students a direct experience with military career paths. The visit was part of an ongoing effort to expose students to diverse post-graduation options and highlight the potential for military service as a viable career choice.
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Ethnomusicologist David Evans Details Roots and Evolution of Mississippi Hill Country Blues

Ethnomusicologist David Evans Details Roots and Evolution of Mississippi Hill Country Blues

Ethnomusicologist David Evans Details Roots and Evolution of Mississippi Hill Country Blues