State of the State Address: Gov. Reeves reflects on past two years
In today’s State of the State Address, Governor Tate Reeves discussed the highlights of the past two years and gave his vision for the…
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Mississippi Severe Weather Awareness Week: Statewide tornado drill Wednesday, Oct. 20 at 9:15 AM
Governor Tate Reeves has declared October 18-22, 2021, as Fall Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Mississippi. “Mississippi is no stranger to severe weather,” said Governor Tate Reeves. “By preparing in advance of a storm, Mississippians can ensure they stay safe.…
Governor Reeves talks to Mississippi in the aftermath of Hurricane Ida
Earlier today, Governor Tate Reeves went live on his Facebook page to answer questions regarding the aftermath of Hurricane Ida. Reeves addressed Mississippians along with…
Governor Tate Reeves Releases New Executive Order
JACKSON — Today, Governor Tate Reeves signed Executive Order 1549. This order will go into effect at 5:00 PM on March 3rd and stay in effect until March 31st. "Today, I signed what I expect will be one of my…
Governor Tate Reeves signs bill for new Mississippi state flag
By EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves has signed a bill that gives the state a new flag with a magnolia and the phrase, “In God We Trust.” The bill signing happened Monday,…
State Supreme Court rules in Governor Reeves' favor
The state Supreme Court has ruled Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves acted within his rights when he partially vetoed a budget bill. Thursday’s decision is a reversal of a chancery court judge’s ruling in October. Reeves’ spokesperson, Bailey…
Gov. Tate Reeves announces new COVID-19 measures, adds counties to mask mandate
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV) — On Tuesday, Governor Tate Reeves announced additional counties that have qualified and met certain requirements to be placed under mask mandates with his “Safe Recovery” executive order that is in effect until December 11th. Those additional…
Governor Tate Reeves confirms youngest daughter tested positive for COVID-19
In a Facebook post, Governor Tate Reeves has confirmed that his youngest daughter has tested positive for COVID-19. Governor Tate Reeves has postponed his press briefing on COVID-19 today after his daughter tested positive for coronavirus. Governor Reeves released this…
Governor Reeves holds DMR press conference in Jones Park
Governor Tate Reeves was in Gulfport this afternoon for a press conference regarding the state’s Department of Marine Resources. News 25’s Grant Chighizola has more.
Governor Reeves urging residents to stay prepared
Governor Tate Reeves briefed Mississippians today ahead of Hurricane Sally’s landfall which is expected tomorrow morning. Though there is still a lot of uncertainty with Hurricane Sally, Governor Reeves is urging Mississippians to still stay prepared as forecasters predict heavy…
Governor Tate Reeves announces Department of Revenue appointment
JACKSON — Today, Governor Tate Reeves announced Chris Graham as his appointment for Commissioner of the Mississippi Department of Revenue (DOR) to ensure Mississippi's continued financial stability. Chris has a proven history of fighting for our state and handling complex administrative and accounting…
Governor Tate Reeves announces Safe Return for Mississippi in final stages of reopening economy
JACKSON — Today, Governor Tate Reeves announced his Safer At Home order will be ending on June 1 to be replaced by new guidance for the next stage of economic recovery for Mississippi. In his new Safe Return order, Governor Reeves…
Governor Reeves holds coronavirus update press briefing
Despite coronavirus cases climbing, Governor Tate Reeves continues looking for ways to safely reopen the Magnolia State. During his daily press briefing, Governor Reeves acknowledged the steady high number of cases each day and urged Mississippians to take it as…
Governor Reeves Announces His Appointments for MDOC and DPS Commissioners
Today, Governor Tate Reeves announced Burl Cain as his appointment for the permanent Commissioner of the Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) and Judge Sean Tindell for Commissioner of the Mississippi Department of Public Safety (DPS). Governor Reeves made the announcements…
Mississippi Governor: Restarting Economy Won't Be 'Light Switch'
BY EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS, Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves said Tuesday that the state economy will reopen gradually after health officials and others say it's safe to do so during the coronavirus pandemic. He cautioned…
Governor Tate Reeves holds virtual town hall to discuss COVID-19
Governor Tate Reeves addressed Mississippians in a town hall meeting tonight. Just this morning, the Mississippi Department of Health confirmed 257 new cases of COVID-19 and nine new deaths. Governor Reeves and a panel made up of Mississippi’s State Epidemiologist…
Mississippi Emergency Management Agency launches new website to help businesses affected by disaster
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves held another briefing from the state capitol Tuesday afternoon. In his briefing, he announced that the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency launched a new website to help Mississippi businesses. The Mississippi Business Emergency Operations Center is to…
WXXV FOX 25 to air virtual town hall with Governor Tate Reeves Thursday
WXXV FOX 25 will air a live virtual town hall meeting with Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves on Thursday, April 9th at 7 p.m. The governor will address the statewide response to the Coronavirus outbreak and will be joined by Mississippi’s…
Governor Tate Reeves says abortions in Mississippi should stop during the coronavirus outbreak
JACKSON, Miss. — During a press conference about Mississippi’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Tate Reeves said Tuesday that abortions should be classified as elective medical procedures and nonessential medical visits. The Mississippi State Department of Health halted all…
Gov. Reeves trying to restrict interactions but not issuing stay at home order
Governor Tate Reeves says he is issuing an executive order further restricting people’s interaction to try to slow the spread of the Coronavirus, but he’s not issuing a stay-home order. It’s not clear what enforcement steps will be taken. He…
Governor Tate Reeves expands telehealth services to further care in COVID-19 response
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV) — Governor Tate Reeves announced the expansion of the state's telehealth coverage to increase and further care for Mississippians and slow the spread of COVID-19. Governor Reeves instructed the Mississippi Division of Medicaid (DOM) to expand and…
Gov. Tate Reeves orders Mississippi schools closed until April 17 due to coronavirus
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV) — Schools in Mississippi will remain closed until at least April 17 over concerns about the spread of the coronavirus. Governor Tate Reeves made the announcement in a press conference delivered via Facebook Live on Thursday morning.…
Prison Reform Just One Expected Focus for Governor Tate Reeves's First-Ever State of the State Address Today
Prison reform is expected to be one of the main focuses of Governor Tate Reeves's State of the State address scheduled for later today. As of this morning, the Governor has not called on additional funding from the state legislature…