Storm Warnings, Watches Out in Mississippi
Severe thunderstorm and tornado watches and warnings spread across Mississippi on Thursday along with a fast-moving storm with winds up to 60 miles an hour in some places.
U.S. Economy Grew at 3.1 Percent in Summer
The U.S. economy grew at an annual rate of 3.1 percent over the summer as consumers spent more and state and local governments added to growth for the first time in three years. But the economy is likely slowing in the current quarter.
Strike Looms at East and Gulf Coast Ports
Weeks after a critical West Coast port complex was crippled by a few hundred striking workers, the East Coast is bracing for a possible walkout numbering thousands that could close 15 ports from Massachusetts to Texas.
U.S. Mint Testing New Metals for Cheaper Coins
A penny costs more than two cents and a nickel costs more than 11 cents to make and distribute.
Bryant Weighs in on Tort Cap Case in Federal Court
Gov. Phil Bryant says scrapping Mississippi's tort reform laws would hinder economic development and cost the state the jobs that it brings.
Alabama Loud and Proud
Lee Bains III and the Glory Fires bring together multiple strands of southern music to make a hard-charging, soulful sound.
Holiday To-Do List
So, this is Christmas. The week before the biggest holiday of the year, and I’m in exactly the same place as I was at the beginning of the month—no presents bought, no Christmas cards mailed or even remotely addressed, no decorations hanging up anywhere, and no holiday cooking (now, that may be a good thing).
Talking Southern Sh*t
Katherine Bailess has big things on the horizon—a pilot debuting in May and 3 million YouTube views.
Are We There, Yet?
What makes Peter Jackson’s films different from the work of other directors is an extraordinary combination of visual richness and visual freedom.
The Slate
This time of the year we spend time with family, at parties, exchanging gifts and eating great food. Enjoy everything the holidays have offer and take in some sports as well.
Bounty Gate Exposed a Mess
If you’re looking for the big loser out of Tagliabue’s ruling, that would be Sean Payton and the other coaches and office personnel thrown under the bus.
The Skinny on Seeds
If you are already thinking about what you want to grow in your garden next year, start out right with organic seeds. They can make a much better garden.
Organic Growing Heals the Earth
I serve on a number of conservation and environmental boards of directors, and a question that has been coming up a lot lately has regarded growing plants under contaminated conditions—a topic of interest to urban homesteaders and those wanting to practice urban agriculture.
Christmas Around the World
As Americans are sitting down to ham or roast beast (or perhaps even tofurkey) this Christmas, people around the world will enjoy a wide assortment of traditional holiday meals.
Hosemann's Data Prove Him Wrong
Bad public policy, like bad personal decisions, takes a lot of justification to get folks in your corner.
Stinker Quote of the Week: "Carnage"
Good grief. Huckabee is wrong on the law and wrong theologically.
Sweet Carols
It’s easy to host your own caroling party, and a great way to get to know your neighbors better during the holidays.
Prayer, Preparation and Patience
As we approach a new year preceded by events such as the Mayan prediction of end of the world, politicians arguing about the fiscal cliff, aftermath of a mall shooting, etc., I thought this would be a perfect time to bring people together in unity and diversity.
The Family You Choose
The holidays are a time of traditions, and of family. Some traditions stay the same year after year; other new ones start as our lives—and the people in them—change over the years.
Attention Walmart Shoppers
Walmart's "chintzy" attitude toward the wages and benefits of its workers isn't news. What may be news to many, however, is just how bad it is for workers at Walmart suppliers around the world.