Magnolia Mornings: October 29, 2026

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• "The orders were sent to Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, JetBlue, Lyft, Uber, DoorDash, Instacart, Target and Walmart, according to the FTC."
• The Mississippi Department of Education lately unveiled that four schools have been named 2026 Mississippi Blue Ribbon Schools.
• CNBC observed, "One basis point equals 0.01%, or 1/100th of 1%, and yields and prices move inversely to one another." Concerning the Author(s).
• The Milwaukee Brewers won their first ever World Series title on Wednesday night in Game 5 versus the Tampa Bay Rays.
• The Brewer program has been around since 1957 and last appeared in a World Series 44 years ago.

Magnolia Mornings: October 29, 2026. Magnolia Mornings: October 29, 2026. By: Magnolia Tribune – October 29, 2026.

Significant state and national stories, market and business news, sports and entertainment, delivered in quick-hit fashion to start your day informed. Miss. Dept. Of Education announces Blue Ribbon Schools.

Meanwhile, the Mississippi Department of Education lately unveiled that four schools have been named 2026 Mississippi Blue Ribbon Schools. This recognition highlights schools that excel in academic performance and/or create significant strides in closing achievement gaps among different student groups. The four 2026 Mississippi Blue Ribbon Schools are. Exemplary High Performing Schools. Exemplary Achievement Gap Closing Schools. National News & Foreign Policy.

1. Did Democrats recruit an independent Senate candidate in Alaska to confuse voters?

As documented by the Washington Post, "Alaska's governor said late Wednesday he was ordering an investigation into whether the campaign for Democratic candidate Mary Peltola should face criminal charges or civil action following accusations it helped recruit an outside contender for the Senate race."

"Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy (R) remarked he was directing the Department of Public Safety 'to investigate whether this scheme violated Alaska's laws.' His announcement followed a New York Times report that stated Peltola's campaign appeared to have been involved in recruiting an independent candidate with a name similar to the Republican incumbent, Sen. Dan Sullivan, " WP documented. "The independent, retired teacher Dan J. Sullivan, will appear on Alaska's ballot as a Senate candidate along with Sen. Sullivan, Peltola, and another candidate."

"Alaskans have a fundamental right to vote for the candidate they actually intend to support, " Dunleavy wrote on X. "Deliberately tricking voters into casting their ballots for someone else strikes at the integrity of our elections."

2. Johnson intends to remain GOP leader even if Republican lose House majority.

Notably, the Hill reports that "Speaker Mike Johnson's (R-La.) recent hints that he intends to remain GOP leader even if Republicans lose the House have rattled the party's leadership outlook and raised fresh new questions about the GOP's future heading into the next Congress."

"Most House Speakers in recent decades have stepped out of Congress after losing the gavel. And Reps. Steve Scalise (R-La.), the majority leader, and Jim Jordan (R-Ohio), a conservative icon, are both projected to launch bids to lead House Republicans if Democrats flip the chamber, according to GOP lawmakers, aides and strategists, " The Hill noted. "But Johnson lately muddled the leadership landscape by signaling his intention to keep his spot atop the party even if Republicans are knocked out of power. Then on Monday, President Trump offered a glowing endorsement of Johnson's leadership chops, sparking further speculation that Johnson might, in fact, buck historic trends and try to remain leader even from the minority."

"Mike Johnson is a true friend, fighter, and WINNER, " Trump posted on his social media account, "and he has my Complete and Total endorsement for Re-Election." 1. JUCO football regular season ends Thursday night.

In practice, the 2026 Mississippi community college football regular season ends Thursday night as all JUCO teams compete in Week 10 matchups. Here is a rundown of the games on tap tonight. 2. Brewers win first World Series title.

In practice, the Milwaukee Brewers won their first ever World Series title on Wednesday night in Game 5 versus the Tampa Bay Rays.

Meanwhile, the Brewer program has been around since 1957 and last appeared in a World Series 44 years ago.

Only four current franchises have never won a World Series title now: the Mariners, Padres, Rays and Rockies. The Biloxi Shuckers are the Double-A Affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers.

1. FTC investigating firms over apply of personal data to charge different rates.

FoxBusiness reports that "Federal regulators announced Wednesday that they are examining whether major airlines, ride-hailing companies, delivery services and retailers are using personal data to charge different customers different prices for the same products and services or determine how much gig workers are paid."

"The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) said it launched an inquiry into nine companies, ordering them to provide information about how they use consumers' and workers' personal data to set prices and compensation, " FoxBusiness documented. "The orders were sent to Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, JetBlue, Lyft, Uber, DoorDash, Instacart, Target and Walmart, according to the FTC."

FoxBusiness continued, "The agency said it is seeking information to assess whether prices for airline tickets, rides, food deliveries and other products or services vary from person to person." 2. Treasury yields ease.

CNBC reports that "U.S. Treasury yields fell on Thursday morning, a day after the Federal Reserve's October session that saw the central bank hold its key interest rate steady."

"At 6 a.m. ET, the yield on the 10-year Treasury note was 5 basis points lower at 4.995%, " CNBC documented. "The 2-year Treasury yield lost 5 basis points to trade at 4.683%, while the yield on the 30-year Treasury was down by 3 basis points at 5.329%."

CNBC observed, "One basis point equals 0.01%, or 1/100th of 1%, and yields and prices move inversely to one another." Concerning the Author(s). This article was produced by Magnolia Tribune staff. News Jeremy Pittari October 28, 2026. Mississippi lawmakers consider requests for stricter distracted driving laws, portable benefits.

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Clinton coming to Tupelo, Clyburn in Jackson to stump for Colom, Democrats. News Frank Corder October 27, 2026.

Pinkins pressed to drop out of Mississippi's U.S. Senate race. The Independent notes he won't withdraw.

Democrat Scott Colom's supporters are urging Ty Pinkins to bow out to avoid "splitting the vote, " to which the Independent candidate remarked, "You have every right to support the candidate of your choice, just as I have every right to run for public office." Elections Frank Corder October 27, 2026.

Buffington notes he requires "zero on-the-job training" to be Mississippi's next State Auditor.

In an interview with Magnolia Tribune, Buffington remarked he chose to run for State Auditor as Mississippians deserve an independent leader who brings real-world financial experience to the table, not political ambition. News Cain Madden October 28, 2026. State leaders reflect on Mississippi Miracle at Ole Miss summit. News Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press October 28, 2026.

Federal Reserve keeps rates unchanged despite elevated inflation, gives little signal of next move. News Frank Corder October 28, 2026.

Adlakha, now living in Alabama, cuts ad attacking Hyde-Smith paid for by pro-Colom PAC. Business Meredith Biesinger October 22, 2026. New Albany's claim to cake fame: Sugaree's Bakery. Business Frank Corder October 20, 2026. Fairbanks Morse Defense doubling manufacturing capacity at its Pascagoula facility. Business Cass Rutledge October 20, 2026. Lumber manufacturer investing $8.3 million in Macon expansion. Culture Alistair Begg October 29, 2026. Culture Alistair Begg October 28, 2026. Culture Chris Burrows, Associated Press October 27, 2026.

Ole Miss top rusher Kewan Lacy ruled out against Auburn this week with shoulder injury. Opinion Sid Salter October 28, 2026.

'Hail, Dear Old' State!' meant something quite special to the late Dr. Richard E. Holmes. Opinion Laurie Todd-Smith October 27, 2026.

It was hard work. That is exactly why it is a miracle. Opinion David Guenthner October 23, 2026. When teachers are free, students win.

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