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August 31, 2022
CARSWELL: Why no water in Jackson?
Submitted by Douglas Carswell “For years, city authorities have underinvested in Jackson’s water infrastructure, to the point where it is now falling apart,” writes Carswell. An American city of 150,000 people is without running water. Pumps at the main water treatment plant in Jackson, Mississippi failed this week. Low water pressure means that many homes…
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Frank Corder
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August 31, 2022
Federal emergency declaration on Jackson water crisis approved by White House
This means any eligible expenses paid for by the state could be eligible for federal reimbursement. Hours after Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves requested a federal an Emergency Measures Declaration from President Joe Biden for the City of Jackson water crisis, the White House approved the request. This means any eligible expenses paid for by the state…
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Guest Editorial
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August 31, 2022
SALTER: How will, how can the American people put our “house divided” back together again?
**Contribution from Sid Salter It is easy to read current social media posts and Tweets and conclude that American political division has never been stronger, farther apart and more distant from a reasonable path forward as a united nation than exists today. Our social media, as well as our broadcast and streaming platforms, feature the…
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Anne Summerhays
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August 30, 2022
Lawmakers urge Governor Reeves to call a special session to address Jackson water crisis
“We need to act now,” the Senators wrote. “This issue is too important to wait until January and the 2023 regular legislative session.” On Monday, State Senators Hillman Frazier (D), John Horhn (D), Walter Michel (R), Sollie Norwood (D), and David Blount (D) urged Governor Tate Reeves to call a special session in order to…
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Anne Summerhays
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August 30, 2022
Governor Reeves issues State of Emergency, activates National Guard in response to Jackson water crisis
State Health Office Dr. Dan Edney has also declared a public drinking water emergency for the City of Jackson. On Tuesday, Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves issued a State of Emergency regarding the ongoing running water crisis in the City of Jackson stemming from the failures of the O.B. Curtis Water Treatment Plant. Reeves has also activated…
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Anne Summerhays
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August 30, 2022
State Health Officer issues Emergency Order regarding City of Jackson water
The Emergency Order will remain in effect for not more than 120 days. The State Health Officer may extend for additional periods of 30 days, to the extent deemed appropriate. On Tuesday, the State Health Officer released an Emergency Order regarding the City of Jackson water. “Pursuant to the Mississippi Safe Drinking Water Act of 1997 (…
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Sarah Ulmer
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August 30, 2022
AG Fitch leads the way in brief requesting religious exemptions for COVID vaccines for Navy SEALS
Attorney General Fitch said that men and women who risk their lives defending freedom should be given religious exemptions from universal COVID vaccination. Attorney General Lynn Fitch is leading the way for a coalition of 22 other AGs in an amicus brief filed in the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in support of the religious…
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Sarah Ulmer
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August 30, 2022
Jackson Driver’s Service Bureau to be closed due to city flooding
The Department of Public Safety has announced that the Jackson Driver’s Service Bureau will be closed until further notice. The closure comes as the ongoing water emergency within the city limits continues to threaten the area. The staff will be relocated to the Pearl Office/Troop C which is located at 3851 Highway 468 Pearl, Mississippi 39208.…
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Anne Summerhays
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August 29, 2022
First year teachers holding a standard five-year license can apply for the Winter-Reed Loan Repayment Program
The deadline to apply for the WRTR is September 15th. The Winter-Reed Teacher Loan Repayment Program (WRTR) is designed to help new traditional route teachers repay their undergraduate student loans. Eligible recipients must work full-time as a teacher or librarian in a Mississippi public school district. According to the Mississippi Office of Student Financial Aid, only…
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Anne Summerhays
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August 29, 2022
Sarah Story to step down as Executive Director of the Mississippi Arts Commission
Story’s last day will be Friday, September 9th. The Mississippi Arts Commission (MAC) announced on Monday that Sarah Story, Executive Director of MAC, will step down from her role effective Friday, September 9, 2022. MAC’s Deputy Director, Larry Morrisey, will serve as interim executive director until the position is filled. Story has served as Executive…
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Frank Corder
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August 29, 2022
Governor Reeves issues State of Emergency from Pearl River flooding
The lower Pearl River basin will be impacted for up to the next 10 days. On Saturday, Governor Tate Reeves issued a State of Emergency in anticipation of flooding from the Pearl River. Flooding is expected to crest on Monday, August 29th. Roads, homes, and businesses may be affected by flood waters in the Jackson…
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Magnolia Tribune
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August 26, 2022
MDE announces regional literacy meetings across state for families of kindergarten – third-grade students
Locations include Holly Springs, McComb, Cleveland, Yazoo City, Columbus, Flowood, Jackson, Natchez, and Moss Point. The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) will host nine regional literacy meetings beginning Sept. 8, across the state for families of students in kindergarten through third grade. All meetings are from 6 – 7 p.m. and no registration is required.…
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Jeremy Pittari
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May 5, 2026
Mississippi Attorney General joins coalition calling for state control over sports-related prediction markets
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Magnolia Tribune
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May 5, 2026
Magnolia Mornings: May 5, 2026
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Frank Corder
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May 4, 2026
After federal judge blocks metro water authority, Governor doesn’t make appointments
Business
Business
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Frank Corder
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April 23, 2026
Mississippi companies invited to participate in 2026 Southeastern U.S.–Canadian Provinces Conference
Business
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Frank Corder
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April 22, 2026
Corderill investing $100 million at Meridian data center campus
Business
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Frank Corder
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April 17, 2026
Walmart announces plan to remodel 19 Mississippi stores
Culture
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Meredith Biesinger
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May 5, 2026
Where the Wild Things Grow: Inside Maypop Art’s garage studio
Culture
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Alistair Begg
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May 5, 2026
Who do you say that I am?
Culture
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Robert St. John
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May 4, 2026
Table 19
Opinion
Opinion
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Russ Latino
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May 5, 2026
Mississippi faces pressure to redistrict before congressional midterms, but also real world constraints
Opinion
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Susan Crabtree
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May 1, 2026
U.S. Secret Service Chief says Hilton site was ‘set up perfectly,’ critics disagree
Opinion
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Russ Latino
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April 29, 2026
U.S. Supreme Court’s voting rights decision carries big implications for Mississippi
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