Representative Trent Kelly

September 23, 2021

Dear Friend,

Listening to our constituents is the most effective way to formulate meaningful legislation. During the months of August and September, I had the opportunity to travel throughout the First District to discuss our work in Washington, D.C. The thoughts and concerns shared with us about the issues confronting our great Nation are warranted.

We all want what is best for America - from helping the United States overcome Covid-19 to providing for our troops and infrastructure. We must accomplish these and other important goals through responsible spending. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and ideas with us in person, through emails, letters, and phone calls. To reach out to an office near you, please click on the link.

grenada flag retirement ceremony

It was an honor to participate in the retirement of the American Flag in Grenada. I had the opportunity to share my thoughts about what the American Flag means to me. It represents the service and sacrifices of generations of patriotic Americans - military and civilians.

honoring a world war ii veteran

Andrew Carter celebrated a major milestone this year. The Tippah County native celebrated his 100th birthday! He enjoys a great quality of life with daily trips to his favorite coffee shop in Ripley to visit with friends. When he is not mowing the lawn or working out on his exercise equipment, Mr. Carter is always ready to sit back and tell great stories about growing up in rural Mississippi and his best story of all - serving in World War II.

When Mr. Carter was a teenager, he endured a traumatic accident that would prevent him from enlisting in the U.S. Armed Forces in the early years of World War II. The will to serve his country was great, so he tried once more. Mr. Carter was inducted into the U.S. Navy on May 17, 1944.

Most of his stories about the war are about his experiences aboard the SS Felipe De Nerve; a French liner used to transport troops and supplies during some of the heaviest fighting. Mr. Carter experienced great trials and tests of faith during World War II, but he managed to survive and return home to his family.

In December 1946, Mr. Carter married Naomi Street, and the couple had six children together. We are thankful for Mr. Carter's service and wish him many more years of good health and happiness.

national rice month

It is National Rice Month and a great time to highlight this important crop for the state of Mississippi. Patrick Swindoll, his father, Tommy, and his brother, Chase, farm land in Tate, DeSoto, and Tunica counties. Patrick said his grandfather started growing rice in the 50s. He said they continue to grow rice because it is a consistent crop. "It is consistent because you know what you're going to get," Patrick said. "The key is knowing what you are doing."

The six major rice-producing states are Mississippi, Arkansas, California, Texas, Louisiana, and Missouri. The U.S. rice industry is made up of 125,000 people who produce, mill, handle, and process rice.

pictures in the district

Fulton Mayor Emily Quinn, MS State Rep. Randy Boyd, Alderman Ross Ramey, Supervisor Bill Sheffield, Johnny Crane, MS House Speaker Philip Gunn, MS State Rep. Donnie Bell, ICC President Dr. Jay Allen, Eric Hughes, and Chip Crane.

Subcontractors and Suppliers Alliance of Mississippi Executive Director John Sullivan

Subcontractors and Suppliers Alliance of Mississippi President Marco LeFlore

Eupora Mayor Blake McMullan

Staplcotn Centennial Celebration in Greenwood

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Thanks for reading,

Rep. Trent Kelly (MS-01)
Member of Congress