SW Mississippi News

Congressman Michael Guest, who represents Mississippi's 3rd district in the U.S. Congress, shared several updates on social media on February 14, 2025. His posts ranged from personal reflections to political statements.

In a tweet posted at 17:33 UTC, Congressman Guest expressed his appreciation for the Dixie National Rodeo. He mentioned his enjoyment of attending the event with his family and extended thanks to Commissioner Andy Gipson and his team for their efforts in organizing what he described as "the Greatest Show on Dirt." "Each year I enjoy visiting the Dixie National Rodeo with my family. I want to thank Commissioner Andy Gipson and his team for their hard work to make the Dixie National the Greatest Show on Dirt."

Shortly after, at 17:34 UTC, Congressman Guest highlighted legislative efforts by House Republicans in collaboration with President Trump concerning border security. He announced that recent legislation passed by the Republican-led House aims to prosecute individuals attempting to evade apprehension by the United States Border Patrol. "House Republicans are continuing to work alongside President Trump to secure the border. This week, the Republican House passed legislation to ensure that those who attempt to evade apprehension by the United States Border Patrol are prosecuted and held accountable for their…"

Later in the day at 23:35 UTC, Congressman Guest shared a lighter note through a "Fun Fact Friday" post about Holiday Inn hotels. He reminisced about fond memories associated with these hotels and informed followers about their origins, noting that the first Holiday Inn opened in Memphis in 1952, followed by a franchised location in Clarksdale, Mississippi in 1954. "Fun Fact Friday: Many of us have fond memories of the Holiday Inn hotels. Did you know the first Holiday Inn opened in 1952 in Memphis and the first franchised Holiday Inn opened in 1954 in Clarksdale, Mississippi?"