Wayne Carr Mississippi Public Service Commissioner

11/03/2026

I’ve cast my vote! Have you?

Today is Election Day, and I encourage everyone who hasn’t voted yet to make time to get out and exercise their right to vote.

11/02/2026

Election Day is Tomorrow!

Tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3, is Election Day. I encourage everyone who is eligible to get out and make their voice heard.

Participating in the election is one of the ways we take part in shaping the future of our communities and our state.

Make a plan to vote, check your polling location, and take the time to participate.

11/02/2026

This morning, I had the opportunity to attend an event for U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith.

It was good to visit with Senator Hyde-Smith, Congressman Mike Ezell, and several local and state officials who were also in attendance.

With Election Day coming up tomorrow, I appreciate the opportunity to connect with fellow Mississippi leaders and members of our community.

10/30/2026

October is National Co-op Month, and we were honored to welcome Wayne Carr Mississippi Public Service Commissioner, to our Laurel office in recognition of the important role electric cooperatives play in our communities!

Commissioner Carr presented Dixie Electric with a resolution recognizing the cooperative business model as a trusted, proven way to serve members and build strong, resilient communities.

During his visit, he also spent time with several of our linemen, personally thanking them for their service and recognizing our board of directors, management, and employees for their continued commitment to providing safe, reliable, and affordable electricity.

We appreciate Commissioner Carr taking the time to celebrate National Co-op Month with us and recognize the people who work every day to power our communities and empower lives!

10/30/2026

MISSISSIPPI PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION: Southern District Public Service Commissioner Wayne Carr (right) stopped at Magnolia Electric Power today to present a Resolution from the Mississippi Public Service Commission recognizing Magnolia Electric Power during National Co-op month.
The visit was to recognize MEP as an electric cooperative during National Co-op Month and to commend MEP, its Board of Directors, management and the employees for their steadfast commitment to safe, reliable and affordable electric service to the people of South Mississippi.
MEP’s Manager of Engineering Perry Clark (left) is shown accepting the proclamation.

10/30/2026

10/30/2026

On our final stop on our National Co-op Month road trip I enjoyed visiting Dixie Electric Power Association to present a resolution recognizing its contributions to South Mississippi.

Dixie Electric traces its roots to 1938, when Jones County Electric Power Association began bringing electricity to rural communities. Today, headquartered in Laurel, Dixie Electric serves more than 41,000 meters across seven counties and maintains over 5,000 miles of electric lines.

Thank you to Dixie Electric for your continued investment in reliable electric service, your support for local families and businesses, and your commitment to education, first responders, and community development. I appreciate the work your employees do every day to serve the people of South Mississippi!

10/30/2026

Next on our National Co-op Month road trip, I was glad to visit Magnolia Electric Power and present a resolution recognizing its longstanding service to Southwest Mississippi.

Incorporated in 1938, Magnolia Electric Power was established to bring electricity to rural communities. Today, the cooperative serves more than 30,000 meters across Pike and Walthall counties and parts of Lincoln, Lawrence, Franklin, and Amite counties.

From keeping the lights on during challenging times to providing dependable service to its members, Magnolia Electric Power plays an important role in the communities it serves. Thank you to the entire Magnolia Electric team for your hard work and continued commitment to the people of Mississippi!

10/29/2026

As part of our National Co-op Month road trip and presenting recognition resolutions, our first stop was visiting Pearl River Valley Electric Power Association.

Pearl River Valley Electric traces its beginnings to 1938, when 228 rural residents in the Columbia area came together to bring electricity to their communities. Today, the cooperative serves a 12-county area and maintains more than 6,000 miles of electric distribution lines.

Thank you to Pearl River Valley Electric for your continued commitment to reliable service, supporting local communities, and expanding opportunities through initiatives like PearlComm Fiber. I appreciate all that your team does for the people of Mississippi!

10/29/2026

This week, I traveled to St. Louis, Missouri, for the annual meeting of the Organization of MISO States (OMS).

These meetings bring together state regulators from across the MISO region to discuss important energy issues, including grid reliability, resource planning, and the decisions that will shape our region’s energy future.

It’s important for Mississippi to have a seat at the table and a voice in these conversations. I’ll continue working to represent our state’s interests and advocate for Mississippi’s utility customers.