Frank Corder

NASA is launching Artemis II this evening, sending astronauts on a flyby around the moon in preparation for future landings. The spacecraft will travel farther than the moon’s orbit, with the Integrity crew planned to set the record for the farthest any humans have ever traveled from Earth. youtube.com/watch?v=Tf_UjB…

Watson to announce 2027 election plans Rumors are swirling that two-term Secretary of State will announce a bid for Lt. Governor next week. His $2.5 million campaign fund would make him the immediate front-runner. magnoliatribune.com/2026/04/01/wat…

Higher accountability standards coming to Mississippi public schools State law requires accountability standards be revised when 75% of students are proficient or when 65% of schools or districts earn a “B” or higher. That milestone was met in 2023. magnoliatribune.com/2026/04/01/hig…

Governor signs SHIELD Act into law seeking to further safeguard Mississippi elections “We will continue to do everything in our power to make it infinitely harder – with a goal to make it impossible – to cheat in our elections,” @tatereeves said. magnoliatribune.com/2026/04/01/gov…

Historic oral arguments at the U.S. Supreme Court this morning over the idea of birthright citizenship. It’s worth the debate and has been a long time coming.

Mississippi Supreme Court redistricting dies as U.S. Supreme Court decision over racial gerrymandering nears Instead of redrawing the districts, lawmakers will wait and see what comes of an appeal and a case before the U.S. Supreme Court. magnoliatribune.com/2026/04/01/mis…

Trump to address nation on Iran, attend SCOTUS arguments on birthright citizenship. Artemis II set to launch. Chevron Pascagoula Refinery gets new Director. MS Big 3 midweek scores. And MORE in today's Magnolia Mornings for April 1, 2026. #msnews magnoliatribune.com/2026/04/01/mag…

An #AprilFoolsDay annual reminder: Believe very little of what you read and see on social media today... Just treat it like any other day.

Lawmakers extend session “on paper” Speaker White said late Monday that the intent is to give lawmakers more time to address last-minute issues should there be agreement to do so or should the governor call a special session. magnoliatribune.com/2026/03/31/law…

Firearm safes, 2nd Amendment sales tax holiday, and diapers? magnoliatribune.com/2026/03/31/sen…

Looks like we may be getting close to finding out if the U.S. Supreme Court will continue to force racial gerrymandering or end the practice that has led to millions being spent by municipal, county and state governments to draw, redraw and defend districts from race-based legal challenges.

Legislators send $41.1 million in oil spill settlement funds to Coast projects Only 9 of the Gulf Coast Restoration Fund Advisory Board’s 15 recommended projects made the final list of 19 approved by lawmakers. See what made the cut. magnoliatribune.com/2026/03/31/leg…

Lawmakers fail to reach agreement to ease ABC backlog adversely affecting MS businesses “It’s a crying shame the Senate did not even come up with a proposal but decided to wait and cross their fingers hoping everything will work out,” Rep. Zuber said. magnoliatribune.com/2026/03/31/law…

Mississippi National Guard members to be reimbursed for health insurance premiums The purpose for the reimbursement plan is to enhance the medical readiness of and retain qualified personnel in the Mississippi National Guard. magnoliatribune.com/2026/03/31/mis…

Channel South, $105 million mixed use development, aims to transform Gulfport’s downtown The project is bringing a mix of residential, hospitality, retail & public spaces designed to create a vibrant, walkable destination along the city's gulf corridor. magnoliatribune.com/2026/03/31/cha…

Markets see worst quarter in 4 years. Gas prices highest since 2022. Overtime tax deduction popular. Average tax refund up 10%. Miss. State rises to No. 4, Southern Miss to No. 8. And MORE in today's Magnolia Mornings for March 31, 2026. #msnews magnoliatribune.com/2026/03/31/mag…

I think the Legislature should be required to add an addendum to a bill when a legal description is inserted into a measure referencing property. It's not that difficult and would increase transparency for the public. Just my two cents on a Monday... #msleg

Trump order pays TSA. SCOTUS to weigh birthright citizenship. Miss. State sweeps Ole Miss. Southern Miss wins series. Futures up to open Easter week. And MORE in today's Magnolia Mornings for March 30, 2026. #msnews magnoliatribune.com/2026/03/30/mag…

Lawmakers have agreed to reduce the years of service requirement under the new Tier 5 in PERS from 35 years to 30 years. Also agreed on a return to work policy for state employees, including teachers.