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Cass Rutledge
Cass Rutledge is a law student at the University of Mississippi. A native of Madison, Mississippi, he now resides in Oxford with his wife, Julie.
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Cass Rutledge
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September 11, 2026
PEER points to concerns with MAGCOR, MDOC reporting
Two reports from PEER show MAGCOR lacks a documented system of internal controls while MDOC's reporting on its educational programs is inconsistent.
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Cass Rutledge
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September 8, 2026
Fifth Circuit upholds dismissal of lawsuit against Jackson over lead contamination allegations
“The Constitution does not provide redress for every governmental wrongdoing. Rather, the remedy for Plaintiffs’ injuries lies in pursuing tort claims, electing representatives who will better manage the public-water system, and petitioning their representatives for other remedies," the majority opinion stated.
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Cass Rutledge
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September 4, 2026
Former Ole Miss Chancellor Jones files amicus brief opposing Mississippi’s anti-DEI law
In his brief, Dr. Dan Jones states that the challenged portions of HB 1193 “create a minefield for school boards, administrators, and teachers.” The law restricts the use of DEI when making decisions concerning school employment, academic opportunities, and student engagement in Mississippi public schools and universities.
Healthcare
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Cass Rutledge
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September 2, 2026
$10 million USDA grant supports expansion of Leland Medical Clinic
Delta Health Alliance says the expansion will improve access to healthcare in the rural Delta area and strengthen the local workforce.
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Cass Rutledge
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August 27, 2026
Judge orders psych evaluation for accused Beth Israel arsonist
The court order states that there is reason to believe that Pittman “may presently be suffering from a mental disease or defect rendering him mentally incompetent.”
Elections
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Cass Rutledge
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August 26, 2026
Johnson, Baucom hope to unseat heavily favored incumbent Kelly in Mississippi’s 1st Congressional District
Trent Kelly, a Republican, has served in Congress since 2015. Democrat nominee Cliff Johnson and Libertarian Johnny Baucom believe voters in North Mississippi want a change this November.
Education
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Cass Rutledge
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August 25, 2026
Mississippi launches UPSKILL grant for adult education, training for in-demand careers
The grant will cover any remaining tuition and fees after other aid is applied and include an additional $500 annual stipend for books and other educational materials.
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Cass Rutledge
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August 21, 2026
JTRAN strikes ends after 39 days
The union representing the JTRAN drivers said the new contract meets its demands for fair pay, better working conditions, and strong benefits.
Business
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Cass Rutledge
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August 20, 2026
Solero Technologies announces $14 million expansion in Water Valley
The company is creating 86 jobs with the addition of 14 new manufacturing lines at its Mississippi facility.
Elections
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Cass Rutledge
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August 19, 2026
Treadway appointed Circuit Judge for the 21st Circuit Court District
Governor Tate Reeves announced the appointment on Wednesday. He also reopened the qualifying period for the 21st Circuit District, Place 2 seat.
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Cass Rutledge
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August 18, 2026
Pike County EMA recognized for incident response leadership
Pike County Emergency Management Director Tina Reed earned the award from the National Association of State Fire Marshals for her response to an incident on October 16, 2025.
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Cass Rutledge
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August 17, 2026
Governor appoints Amanda Jones Tollison to Mississippi Supreme Court
Tollison will fill the vacancy in District 3, Place 2 created by former state Supreme Court Justice James Maxwell’s confirmation to the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Mississippi.
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Jeremy Pittari
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September 15, 2026
Seven human trafficking victims found in Southaven as part of AG’s participation in nationwide operation
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Frank Corder
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September 15, 2026
Few contested judicial races for Mississippi voters to decide in November
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Frank Corder
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September 15, 2026
Hitachi Energy brings largest U.S. investment to date to Mississippi
Business
Business
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Frank Corder
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September 10, 2026
General Atomics announced second expansion this year, bringing 125 more jobs to Shannon
Business
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Frank Corder
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September 10, 2026
C Spire expanding fiber network with new high-capacity corridor between Jackson and Olive Branch
Business
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Frank Corder
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September 9, 2026
Mayo Clinic Laboratories investing $30 million, creating 234 jobs in Southaven
Culture
Culture
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Parrish Alford
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September 15, 2026
While trying to ignore, victory would be the Rebels’ best response
Culture
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Meredith Biesinger
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September 15, 2026
All Aboard: Discovering Casey Jones and Water Valley’s railroad past
Culture
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Alistair Begg
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September 15, 2026
Alienation crucified
Opinion
Opinion
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Merle Flowers
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September 10, 2026
Mississippi does not have pharmacies to spare
Opinion
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Grant Callen
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September 10, 2026
What I’m looking for in Mississippi’s next governor
Opinion
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Delbert Hosemann
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September 9, 2026
Senator Cochran was right on timber
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