Photo of empty road with wooden fencing on both sides of the road

Senator Hyde-Smith believes rebuilding infrastructure is key to the future of Mississippi and the nation.  She understands that aging highways, bridges, and basic public works infrastructure represents an impediment to public safety and economic growth.  She includes the need for greater broadband access among these needs.  Senator Hyde-Smith is committed to using her committee assignments to support responsible efforts to improve infrastructure, particularly in rural areas.


Farm Bill Clears Senate Ag Panel

Progressive Farmer

Farm Bill Clears Senate Ag Panel

Farm Bill Clears Senate Committee After Procedural Dispute

By  Jake Zajkowski, DTN Ag Policy Editor

PORTLAND, Maine (DTN) -- The Senate Agriculture Committee advanced the 2026 farm bill on a 12-11 party-line vote Wednesday after resuming a...

Delta Council Names Clarke as New CEO

Cotton Grower

Delta Council Names Clarke as New CEO

Carlisle’s experience is marked by a deep understanding of agriculture, conservation, flood control, and rural development.

Cotton Grower Staff

Delta Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Carlisle Clarke as the organization’s new...

Interstate project could connect rural MS to cities across the South

Jackson Clarion-Ledger

Interstate project could connect rural MS to cities across the South

By Bea Anhuci

  • The planned Interstate 14 will span over 1,300 miles from Georgia to Texas, connecting military bases and manufacturing hubs.
  • Proponents say the new highway will boost rural economies and...

Park land transfer clears Senate

Vicksburg Post

Park land transfer clears Senate

A Vicksburg National Military Park land transfer for a planned visitor center now heads to President Donald Trump’s desk.

Staff Report

Legislation allowing the transfer of more than seven acres of Vicksburg National Military Park property to the...

Magnolia Mornings: September 30, 2026

Magnolia Tribune

Magnolia Mornings: September 30, 2026

Important state and national stories, market and business news, sports and entertainment, delivered in quick-hit fashion to start your day informed.

In Mississippi

1. Two Mississippi Delta healthcare organizations to benefit from $2.8...

HYDE-SMITH HIGHLIGHTS THE ROLLOUT OF $423 MILLION TO MISS. AG PRODUCERS

HYDE-SMITH HIGHLIGHTS THE ROLLOUT OF $423 MILLION TO MISS. AG PRODUCERS

Improved Agriculture Risk Coverage & Price Loss Coverage Authorized in Working Families Tax Cuts Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today highlighted the start of an estimated $423 million in farm safety net improvements being made available to Mississippi agricultural producers as the Farm Service Agency begins implementing aspects of the Working Families Tax Cuts Act enacted last year.

The...