Mississippi
Three business organizations joining forces to become the Mississippi Business Alliance
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – The state’s top lawmakers and business leaders mingled at the Mississippi Coliseum on Thursday morning – tradition for the annual Hobnob event.
The Mississippi Economic Council played host for the 24th and final time.
If you’re involved with politics or business, you’ve heard of these three organizations and the work they’ve been doing.
The Mississippi Economic Council, the Mississippi Manufacturers Association, and the Business and Industry Political Education Committee.
“Mississippi needed a single authoritative and common voice for business,” explained MEC Chair John Hairston. “Policy makers were asking for clarity when it comes to legislative priorities. Business owners were asking for alignment of our policies, and our members were asking to become more impactful.”
So, these three groups will become one.
“Will represent every sector of Mississippi’s economy under one banner: the Mississippi Business Alliance,” said Scott Waller, MEC President and CEO.
The new rebranding was unveiled in front of the Hobnob crowd.
However, things officially began with the merged efforts on Jan. 1.
“Previously, you had legislators and policymakers trying to look for advice or input and they had three different organizations that were similar and overlapped,” described John McKay, current head of the Mississippi Manufacturers Association.
McKay will lead the Mississippi Business Alliance.
The joint organization will build on the already existing work of the three groups – everything from policy to workforce development and vetting of business-friendly candidates.
According to policymakers, there will be a value in having a singular group for business interests.
“These three organizations are merging not just to consolidate, but to elevate,” Gov. Tate Reeves emphasized.
“To have a unified voice is very helpful to those of us who are supposed to implement public policy,” Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann said.
And they’re looking at this as more than a simple merger.
“It’s really a transformation of how we operate and sponsor the business community moving forward,” Hairston continued. “It’s the uniting of our collective strengths into one clear and very decisive force for progress into the future, for the benefit of our grandchildren and those that come after them.”
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PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) – Mississippi lawmakers will return to the State Capitol later in May after Gov. Tate Reeves called a special session.
According to Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann, the session will be limited to redistricting the state’s Supreme Court districts. He emphasized that lawmakers can only address the issues outlined by the governor in the official call.
He says after a recent Supreme Court decision, federal requirements driving previous plans are no longer in play.
Hosemann argued that redistricting decisions should remain in the hands of state leaders, taking into account factors like geography, economics and the interests of communities across Mississippi.
“We believe one man, one vote,” Hosemann said. “I mean, everybody ought to be able to vote. I’ve never liked it where the federal government told me that I had to have so many people for this or that or the other. Running our elections and redistricting ourselves is given to the legislature that’s elected by the people. And we ought not be ordered by the federal court to do something like that. That’s one of the few states’ rights we have left in this country, is that we can redistrict and run our own elections.”
The special session is scheduled for later this month.
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STARKVILLE — Mississippi State baseball is playing its final midweek game of the season.
The No. 11 Bulldogs (36-12) are hosting Nicholls State (25-22) at Dudy Noble Field on May 5 (6 p.m., SEC Network+).
MSU is aiming to solidify its resume to host an NCAA Tournament regional. It’s done that so far by going 22-0 in Quad 3 and 4 games. Nicholls will be a Quad 4 game.
The Clarion Ledger is bringing you live updates from the game. Follow along.
Watch Mississippi State vs Nicholls
Mississippi State vs Nicholls score updates
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- Louisville at Vanderbilt
- North Florida at Florida
- Prairie View A&M at Texas A&M
- Alabama at Troy
- Auburn at UAB
- Tulane at LSU
- UTSA at Texas
What time does Mississippi State vs Nicholls start today?
- Date: May 5
- Time: 6 p.m. CT
- Location: Dudy Noble Field
What channel is Mississippi State vs Nicholls on today?
The game between Mississippi State and Nicholls State will air on SEC Network+.
Mississippi State vs Nicholls starting pitchers
- RHP Chris Billingsley Jr. (1-0, 4.87 ERA) vs. LHP Austin Vargas (0-2, 7.50 ERA)
Mississippi State vs Nicholls injury report
There is no official injury report for this game.
Mississippi State baseball 2026 schedule
Next five games:
- May 7: vs. Auburn
- May 8: vs. Auburn
- May 9: vs. Auburn
- May 14: at Texas A&M
- May 15: at Texas A&M
Sam Sklar is the Mississippi State beat reporter for The Clarion Ledger. Email him at ssklar@usatodayco.com and follow him on X @sklarsam_.
Odds of winning the Powerball and Mega Millions are NOT in your favor
Odds of hitting the jackpot in Mega Millions or Powerball are around 1-in-292 million. Here are things that you’re more likely to land than big bucks.
The Mississippi Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at May 4, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Mississippi Match 5 numbers from May 4 drawing
03-06-08-11-21
Check Mississippi Match 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 3 numbers from May 4 drawing
Midday: 8-9-0, FB: 4
Evening: 6-2-7, FB: 7
Check Cash 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 4 numbers from May 4 drawing
Midday: 2-8-8-8, FB: 4
Evening: 4-8-5-3, FB: 7
Check Cash 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from May 4 drawing
Midday: 02
Evening: 14
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
Winnings of $599 or less can be claimed at any authorized Mississippi Lottery retailer.
Prizes between $600 and $99,999, may be claimed at the Mississippi Lottery Headquarters or by mail. Mississippi Lottery Winner Claim form, proper identification (ID) and the original ticket must be provided for all claims of $600 or more. If mailing, send required documentation to:
Mississippi Lottery Corporation
P.O. Box 321462
Flowood, MS
39232
If your prize is $100,000 or more, the claim must be made in person at the Mississippi Lottery headquarters. Please bring identification, such as a government-issued photo ID and a Social Security card to verify your identity. Winners of large prizes may also have the option of setting up electronic funds transfer (EFT) for direct deposits into a bank account.
Mississippi Lottery Headquarters
1080 River Oaks Drive, Bldg. B-100
Flowood, MS
39232
Mississippi Lottery prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing date. For detailed instructions and necessary forms, please visit the Mississippi Lottery claim page.
When are the Mississippi Lottery drawings held?
- Cash 3: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening).
- Cash 4: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening).
- Match 5: Daily at 9:30 p.m. CT.
- Cash Pop: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening).
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Mississippi editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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