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Jeremy Pittari
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October 15, 2026
Mississippi Dept. of Education releases accountability grades under more stringent cut scores
Results show over 50% of Mississippi schools and districts scored a B or higher.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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October 12, 2026
IHL extends commissioner’s contract, increases pay
According to information provided to Magnolia Tribune by the IHL in May, Rankins' previous contract included a salary of $441,000 and was set to end on September 20, 2027. His new salary is $463,050.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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October 5, 2026
AP test participation up 16.2% over prior year in Mississippi
The number of students in Mississippi taking AP courses and passing the associated exams has doubled overall since 2013.
Education
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Bianca Vasquez Toness, Associated Press
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October 1, 2026
Federal scholarship for private school and homeschooling opening to most kids in at least 30 states
Mississippi is among at least 30 states to opt into the program which aims to support school choice and is expected to benefit about 96% of children in participating states.
Education
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Frank Corder
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September 29, 2026
Governor Reeves, former State Supt. Wright tell Mississippi’s education success story in new book
The book, Do What Works, features a chapter by Governor Tate Reeves and Dr. Carey Wright, the former Mississippi Superintendent of Education, that centers on the "Mississippi Miracle" and how the state achieved its nationally celebrated education gains.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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September 29, 2026
Karmacharya, Mississippi Charter School Authorizer Board Executive Director, announces retirement
When she started, the Board oversaw four charter schools with a fifth planning to open. Today, MCSAB’s portfolio has more than doubled in both the number of schools and students served.
Education
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Frank Corder
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September 28, 2026
U.S. Dept. of Education rescinds Biden-era attempt to expand Title IX beyond “biological reality”
"We will continue to relentlessly champion equal opportunity for all Americans and hold accountable any school or college that violates the rights, privacy, or athletic opportunities of our women and girls," said Secretary of Education Linda McMahon.
Education
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Frank Corder
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September 28, 2026
IHL hopes to have new MUW President in place by spring 2027
The IHL search committee is now conducting a national search with the planned assistance of a higher education search firm to replace Nora Miller who retired in June.
Education
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Frank Corder
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September 25, 2026
Mississippi becomes 7th state approved for “Returning Education to the States” waiver from U.S. Dept. of Education
The waiver allows Mississippi to consolidate $14 million in federal funds through 2029. The state can then align the funds with its state-level improvement priorities and strategic plan.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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September 18, 2026
Lawmakers say Ag Commissioner order on excused school absences is non-binding
"While I appreciate his input, it carries no legal authority," House Education Chairman Rob Roberson said Friday.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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September 18, 2026
State Board of Education updated on efforts to return three districts of transformation back to local control
Okolona, Yazoo City Municipal, and Humphreys County school districts are on a path toward improved educational and financial performance standards.
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Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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September 16, 2026
Leake County School District released from desegregation order
This is the second district in Mississippi to be released from a desegregation order this year.
News
News
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Frank Corder
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October 16, 2026
Luckey appointed Dept. of Public Safety Commissioner, succeeds Tindell who is running for Attorney General
News
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Frank Corder
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October 16, 2026
Sounding like a candidate for Governor, Duff talks vision and opportunities for Mississippi with Lamar County Republicans
News
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Magnolia Tribune
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October 16, 2026
Magnolia Mornings: October 16, 2026
Business
Business
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Cass Rutledge
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October 13, 2026
Startup plastics manufacturer Koinonia setting up operations in Drew
Business
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Cass Rutledge
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October 12, 2026
ALO investing over $176 million in Southaven for national distribution center
Business
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Cass Rutledge
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October 7, 2026
Huntington Bank investing over $40 million to modernize Tupelo operations center, regional headquarters
Culture
Culture
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Susan Marquez
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October 16, 2026
“Dummy Mummy” freed from her tomb once again at Two Mississippi Museums
Culture
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Alistair Begg
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October 16, 2026
The reality of grief
Culture
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Chris Burrows, Associated Press
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October 15, 2026
No. 9 Mississippi and No. 13 Missouri meet in a high-stakes clash of familiar faces
Opinion
Opinion
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Sid Salter
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October 14, 2026
Capital punishment logistical failures a self-fulfilling strategy of death penalty opponents?
Opinion
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Roger Wicker
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October 9, 2026
Permit reform act is a much-needed course correction
Opinion
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Delbert Hosemann
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October 8, 2026
Hosemann: It is time for Mississippi to ban all kratom products
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