BOLTON, MISSISSIPPI – On June 8, United States Representative Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) announced The United States Department of Commerce has awarded an Economic Development Administration grant in the amount of $250,000 to the South Delta Planning and Development District, Inc.
Congressional Republicans from Mississippi are demanding that the Department of Veterans Affairs remove a temporary Pride flag from Biloxi National Cemetery, arguing its presence is disrespectful to veterans.
(WASHINGTON, D.C.) – On June 6, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson released the following statement:
“This is an incredible milestone towards ensuring access to safe drinking water for the Jackson, Mississippi community,” said Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02).
Biloxi A to Z: Storm preparations headline this week’s video. Also in this week’s video: June BNews Monthly, the Storm and Flood issue; R U Ready, the 2023 hurricane preparedness outreach video; city job openings and job fair; city council events ordinance workshop; Saints Hall of Fame weekend, First Friday, and other weekend happenings; weekend weather forecast; and the Blessing of the Fleet.
Hurricane season begins today and runs through Nov. 30, and a host of disaster preparation and response authorities offer how-to advice in the new edition of “R U Ready?” on BTV, the city’s municipal TV channel.
This week’s report includes a look at the newest public boat launch in Biloxi, the transfer of naming rights at MGM Park, and an upcoming Main Street post office dedication in honor of Fallen Officer Robert McKeithen.
On May 17, 2023, United States Representative Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) welcomes a new intern to his Washington, D.C. office. Caleb Bearman is a native of Madison, Mississippi.
On May 11, 2023, Reps. Bennie G. Thompson, Troy A. Carter, Sr., Dina Titus, and Brian Higgins announced the creation of the Congressional Disaster Equity and Building Resilience Caucus to promote the benefits of resilience and the need for equity in the country’s disaster preparedness and response infrastructure.
On May 10, 2023, United States Representative Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) announced The National Science Foundation has awarded $500,000 to Jackson State University.
On May 10, 2023, United States Representative Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) announced The National Science Foundation has awarded $999,999 to Jackson State University.
On May 11, Congressman Mike Ezell voted in favor of H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act, a sweeping border security and immigration package that would address the ongoing crisis on our southern border.
City of Leakesville officials hosted a meeting with state officials last Tuesday to discuss the many needs of the city along with ways to meet those needs.