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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.
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.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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September 11, 2026
Security breach at IHL affecting Office of Financial Aid occurred Monday, not Thursday when IHL made it known
A spokesperson for the University of Southern Mississippi confirmed to Magnolia Tribune that the school was not told of the security breach until three days later.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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September 8, 2026
IHL conference aims to overcome challenges, foster growth in Mississippi
Conference attendees will hear the findings from research focused on Mississippi's health, education, tax policies, and the state's human capital.
Education
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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.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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August 31, 2026
State argues Fifth Circuit should remand Mississippi’s anti-DEI law case to different judge
U.S. District Judge Henry Wingate placed an indefinite injunction against HB 1193 last year. His use of AI to draft the order, and the inaccuracies contained therein, raised concerns all the way up to the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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August 27, 2026
Mississippi State University dedicates plaza for first black student to attend the institution
Holmes Plaza on the MSU campus now recognizes the contributions and life of Dr. Richard E. Holmes.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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August 26, 2026
Miss. Dept. of Education to hold statewide meetings to help parents boost literacy in K-3 children
The meetings will be held in local school districts across Mississippi, but parents can attend any meeting that best fits their schedule.
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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Jeremy Pittari
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August 24, 2026
State Board of Education approves new math cut score, updated excused absence policy
The Mississippi State Board of Education also heard an update on efforts to improve the ClassWallet system for teachers' classroom funds.
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Jeremy Pittari
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September 25, 2026
Veterans Affairs cuts backlog, sets record for number of claims processed
News
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Ali Swenson, Associated Press
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September 25, 2026
Supreme Court lets Trump administration use revamped federal voter eligibility database for now
News
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Cass Rutledge
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September 25, 2026
A&W Custom Furniture expanding in Okolona, adding 20 jobs
Business
Business
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Frank Corder
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September 24, 2026
England-based SubSea Craft expanding operations, locating U.S. facility on Mississippi Coast
Business
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Cass Rutledge
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September 23, 2026
Raybern Foods expansion in Shannon bringing 70 new jobs to area
Business
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Cass Rutledge
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September 18, 2026
Industrial Timber expanding its Ripley operations with $2.6 million investment
Culture
Culture
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Susan Marquez
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September 25, 2026
Journey to Colonial Mississippi: An America 250 Celebration
Culture
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Alistair Begg
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September 25, 2026
Promised provision
Culture
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Alistair Begg
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September 24, 2026
The meaning of the Cross
Opinion
Opinion
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Sid Salter
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September 23, 2026
Midterm elections in Mississippi shaping up as a familiar exercise in black-and-white
Opinion
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Bill Cork
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September 22, 2026
The states winning investment are the states ready to deliver
Opinion
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Lesley Davis
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September 21, 2026
The war on women’s spaces has reached the sorority house
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