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.
Key Field in line for federal grant money
Meridian Star
Key Field in line for federal grant money
Staff Report
U.S. Senators Roger Wicker, R-Miss., and Cindy Hyde-Smith, R-Miss., have announced the award of $7.99 million for improvements to airports in Meridian, Greenville, Tupelo and Starkville.
The grants will support the following...
Possible legal action over the opening of the Bonnet Carre Spillway
WMJY-FM, Biloxi
Possible legal action over the opening of the Bonnet Carre Spillway
By Kelly Bennett
Biloxi Mayor Andrew Gilich says he and other coastal leaders are exploring the possibility of taking legal action against those responsible for the opening of the Bonnet Carre Spillway, which...
A Louisiana spillway helps flood-proof New Orleans. It’s killing Mississippi’s local seafood industry.
The New Food Economy
A Louisiana spillway helps flood-proof New Orleans. It’s killing Mississippi’s local seafood industry.
The flood-control system meant to protect people and their dwellings has wreaked havoc on coastal ecosystems, killing saltwater species in a deluge of redirected river water...