Jan 07 2021
Disaster Unemployment Assistance Available for Six Counties in Mississippi
Today, January 7, 2021, the Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES) announced that Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) is now available for six counties in Mississippi. Individuals in George, Greene, Hancock, Harrison, Jackson, and Stone co… Read More.
Jan 04 2021
Extended Benefits Program Ended in Mississippi
Today, the Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES) announced that the Unemployment “Extended Benefits” (EB) program ended the week of December 19, 2020. Read More.
Nov 09 2020
MDES Phone Numbers Change in Contact Center to Better Serve Mississippians
Today, the Mississippi Department of Employment Security announced a change in phone numbers for their Contact Center in an effort to streamline services for Mississippians requiring assistance with Unemployment Insurance Assistance. Read More.
Sep 04 2020
Mid-South Drive-Thru Job Fair Announced
Today, the Mississippi Department of Employment Security on behalf of the Southaven Chamber of Commerce announced that a Mid-South Drive-Thru Job Fair in Southaven, MS is set for 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, September 29. Read More.
Aug 25 2020
Mississippi Approved for Lost Wages Assistance Program for Unemployed Mississippians
Today Governor Tate Reeves and the Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES) announced that Mississippi’s application for a Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA) grant under the Lost Wages Assistance Program (LWA) has been approved. Read More.
Aug 20 2020
Governor Reeves & MDES Launch of Lost Wages Assistance Program for Unemployed Mississippians
Today Governor Tate Reeves and the Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES) announced that Mississippi will apply for an additional $300 of benefits a week from the Lost Wages Assistance (LWA) program. Read More.
