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Anne Summerhays
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January 21, 2022
Mississippi Senate bills propose allocation of American Rescue Act Plan funds to agencies, departments
Submitted bills provide funds to the Dept. of Child Protective Services, MEMA, National Guard, and Department of Mental Health. After the fall meetings of the Mississippi Senate ARPA Subcommittee, legislation has been filed regarding the suggested allocation of the $1.8 billion in The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds being sent to the state from…
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Frank Corder
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January 20, 2022
Municipal League comes out against MS House version of Medical Marijuana bill
If the House zoning change stands, some cities may feel their only option to protect property values is to opt out of having medical marijuana all together, MML Executive Director says. The Mississippi Municipal League (MML) is sending messages to its member elected officials representing cities and towns across the state asking them to contact…
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Anne Summerhays
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January 20, 2022
Mississippi State Board of Education allows hybrid scheduling during COVID-19 surge
The hybrid scheduling option is available through March 11, 2022. Today, the Mississippi State Board of Education announced that if needed, school districts will be able to use hybrid scheduling to minimize the current spread of COVID-19. The hybrid scheduling option can only be used to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and will be available through…
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Frank Corder
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January 20, 2022
U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services grants UMMC $3 million in ARPA funds aimed at health care worker retention
The funds are to be used to reduce burnout and promote mental health and wellness among health care workforce. The University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) is being granted $2,955,746 from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to help health care organizations establish, improve, or expand evidence-informed programs and practices to promote mental health and…
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Magnolia Tribune
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January 20, 2022
57th Annual Dixie National Livestock Show Officially Kicks-Off Today
The Dixie National Rodeo takes place February 11 through February 13, and February 16 through February 19 in the Coliseum. Today, the 57th Annual Dixie National Livestock Show officially gets underway at the Mississippi State Fairgrounds, beginning with the Dixie National Horse and Mule Color Bonanza Show. “We are excited to kick-off the Dixie National Livestock…
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Magnolia Tribune
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January 20, 2022
Judge says Mississippi Certificate of Need laws “result in more costly, less accessible, and worse quality health care”
SUBMITTED BY BIGGER PIE FORUM Learn more about CON laws and why they stymie competition, health care access. If you believe that free and competitive markets deliver better quality at lower costs, you will enjoy reading the decision handed down by Judge Carlton Reeves yesterday in the case of Charles Slaughter vs. Dr. Thomas Dobbs…
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Frank Corder
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January 20, 2022
Walmart locating fulfillment center in Olive Branch
The company is creating 250 jobs with a corporate investment of $90 million. Walmart is locating a fulfillment center in Olive Branch to support its rapidly increasing supply chain network and e-Commerce business. The project is a $90 million corporate investment and will create 250 jobs. “This significant investment by Walmart – in both a new…
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Magnolia Tribune
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January 19, 2022
Former Covington County Emergency Manager Arrested for Embezzlement, Fraud
Gregory Sanford was arrested after he was indicted for fraud and embezzlement by a local grand jury. State Auditor Shad White announced today Special Agents from his office have arrested former Covington County Emergency Manager Gregory Sanford after he was indicted for fraud and embezzlement by a local grand jury. A $17,063.59 demand letter was presented…
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Anne Summerhays
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January 19, 2022
Equal pay bill expected to be considered on Mississippi House floor this week
Mississippi is currently the only state without such a provision. As early as Wednesday of this week, State Representatives in the Mississippi House could take up the Mississippi Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (HB 770) authored by Rep. Angela Cockerham (I). Mississippi is currently the only state in the nation without state level equal…
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Anne Summerhays
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January 19, 2022
Despite Governor’s objections, MS Senate again passes bill to give AG attorneys same disciplinary powers as Real Estate Commission
Reeves vetoed a similar bill from the 2021 session. A variety of bills appeared before the Mississippi Senate last week, including Senate Bill 2097 which was presented by State Sen. Daniel Sparks. On Thursday, before the Mississippi Medical Cannabis Act was taken up on the floor, Senator Sparks introduced the bill which would enact a…
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Magnolia Tribune
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January 18, 2022
RETZLAFF: In 2022, Congress Might Double-Cross Small Businesses
Submitted by Rob Retzlaff “It’s easy to bash big and successful businesses, but Congress should not cry “monopoly” when the facts prove otherwise.” The past two years have been hell for small businesses. Lockdowns, retail and office closures, and lost revenue were devastating. Fortunately, Congress delivered billions of dollars of aid to help small businesses,…
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Anne Summerhays
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January 18, 2022
Mississippi wine, spirits distribution could be privatized
State Rep. Lamar tries again this session. Governor Reeves thinks privatization a worthy goal but wants what’s best for consumers. State Representative Trey Lamar, chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, has filed HB 512, a bill that would remove state government from controlling the alcohol warehouse and create a brand new industry in…
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Alexandra Olson, Associated Press
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January 22, 2025
Trump administration directs all federal diversity, equity and inclusion staff be put on leave
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Daniel Tyson
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January 22, 2025
Employers of commercial drivers could be notified when child support goes unpaid
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Philip Wegmann
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January 22, 2025
Rubio outlines ‘sweeping change’ in cable to U.S. diplomats worldwide
Business
Business
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Lynne Jeter
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January 22, 2025
Talented Coblentz family builds successful, diverse Starkville area businesses
Business
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Lynne Jeter
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January 15, 2025
From boot camp to real world success
Business
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Lynne Jeter
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January 9, 2025
AI-related executive order signed by Governor Reeves
Culture
Culture
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C.H. Spurgeon
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January 22, 2025
A holy anointing
Culture
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Eric Olson, Associated Press
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January 21, 2025
AP Top 25: Ohio St, Notre Dame are 1-2 in final poll; Mississippi and BYU ahead of playoff teams
Culture
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C.H. Spurgeon
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January 21, 2025
Seeking the best for the Church
Opinion
Opinion
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Sid Salter
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January 22, 2025
State governments braced for their share of President Trump’s mass deportation program
Opinion
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Russ Latino
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January 21, 2025
Broadcasting legend Paul Gallo passes away, leaves big mic to fill
Opinion
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Russ Latino
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January 17, 2025
House plan to eliminate income tax paints big vision, leaves big questions for Senate
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