Government

Gov. Tate Reeves announced that Mississippi’s total nonfarm employment hit a new high of 1,196,200 jobs in July, and his office credited years of private investment and economic development for the gains.

Governor Tate Reeves has appointed Dr. Daniel Harrison to lead the Mississippi Office of Apprenticeship, focusing on expanding workforce development and industry partnerships.

Gov. Tate Reeves appointed Craig Treadway as circuit judge for Mississippi’s 21st Circuit Court District and announced a new qualifying period for the seat. Treadway will assume office Sept. 1.

Gov. Tate Reeves appointed Amanda Tollison of Oxford to the Mississippi Supreme Court, filling a vacancy left by a federal appointment. Her term begins September 1, 2026.

Governor Tate Reeves has appointed Renee McBride Porter of Columbia as chancellor for Mississippi’s 10th Chancery Court District, filling a vacancy caused by a retirement.

Gov. Tate Reeves appointed Celeste Embrey Wilson to the Mississippi Supreme Court, Northern District 3, Place 1, to fill a vacancy created by Robert P. Chamberlin’s confirmation to a federal judgeship, the governor’s office said. Her term begins Aug. 1, 2026.

Mississippi has announced the launch of its fifth grant cycle for the Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund, backed by $15 million to support conservation and recreation projects across the state.

Governor Tate Reeves has requested a major disaster declaration from President Trump for eight Mississippi counties affected by severe storms and flooding from Tropical Storm Arthur. The storm caused extensive damage and flooding across the state.

Gov. Tate Reeves appointed Brad McCullouch to lead the Seventh Circuit Court District after the resignation and guilty plea of former District Attorney Jody Owens, and called a Nov. 3 special election.