by Alex Lowery | Feb 16, 2019 | News
The Department of Transportation is accepting comments through March 8 on a petition requesting additional flexibility on hours of service requirements for truck drivers. The American Farm Bureau Federation, along with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association,...
by Alex Lowery | Feb 15, 2019 | News
Taylor McNair of Learned was crowned Miss Rodeo America in December at the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas. On Monday, the House and Senate recognized representing Mississippi well in her role. McNair previously served as Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation’s...
by Alex Lowery | Feb 8, 2019 | News
Mississippi farmers, ranchers and rural residents could see some changes in people’s ability to sue property owners for injuries or other problems. Senate Bill 2901, also known as the Landlord Protection Act, passed Thursday by a 32-17 vote. It was held for the...
by Alex Lowery | Feb 1, 2019 | News
The Mississippi Legislature spent most of the week in committee meetings preparing for the approaching Tuesday deadline for bills to pass out of committee. “The House and Senate did not meet long each day as there were committee meetings scheduled throughout the...
by Alex Lowery | Jan 30, 2019 | News
Mississippi’s farmers, ranchers and rural citizens can expect to see more high-speed internet service options soon. The state’s 25 electrical cooperatives can now offer the services after Gov. Phil Bryant signed a law that immediately gives them that legal...
