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Jeremy Pittari
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June 5, 2026
House lawmakers consider Mississippi school consolidation amid enrollment decline, increased funding
Mississippi's public school enrollment is down over 60,000 students in the last decade while the state's education budget has reached record levels. House lawmakers have discussed consolidation in the past but efforts have stalled.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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May 22, 2026
Nearly 76% of third graders pass literacy assessment on first try, down from prior year
In other business, the State Board of Education was told that the Mississippi Department of Education is working with districts regarding the expiring hold harmless period under the new funding formula. They are also seeking clarification on the additional pay raise for special education teachers.
Education
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Daniel Tyson
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May 21, 2026
Mississippi announces statewide AI educational framework
The state artificial intelligence educational framework will provide a foundation for understanding, teaching, and applying AI in education and workforce development.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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May 21, 2026
IHL Board of Trustees presented with proposed new university funding model
The IHL Board has the final say on the new funding model. Members are expected to take the matter up for discussion during their next meeting set for June 18.
Education
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Sharon Lurye, Associated Press
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May 18, 2026
Some parents don’t want their kids to use tech at school. But districts are pushing back
Parents across the country who are worried about excessive screen time in schools are lobbying educators to go back to pencils and paper.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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May 15, 2026
Effort to make all Mississippi school boards elected failed this session. Another try could come in January
According to the Mississippi School Boards Association, nearly 72% of school board members in the state's 138 school districts are elected. 23 districts have both elected and appointed board members.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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April 30, 2026
State Board of Education approves updated internal audit charter
Prior to its approval, concerns were voiced over the revised wording in the current management hierarchy with the State Superintendent and Board of Education.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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April 23, 2026
Mississippi moves up in national rankings for state-funded Pre-K enrollment
An additional 931 children were enrolled in Pre-K programs across Mississippi during the 2024-25 school year, bringing the total to 8,076. The Magnolia State now ranks 29th in the nation.
Education
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Daniel Tyson
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April 23, 2026
Mississippi students test their financial literacy
State Treasurer David McRae said his office sponsors the competition because studies consistently show that financial habits are formed at a young age.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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April 21, 2026
IHL contractor continues work to develop new university funding model
The updated funding model aims to ensure that base level funding is sufficient while implementing performance metrics at Mississippi's eight public universities.
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Jeremy Pittari
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April 17, 2026
Denise Jones Gregory named Jackson State’s 14th president
Gregory, a JSU alumni, has been serving as the interim president since May 2025 and has extensive leadership training.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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April 16, 2026
IHL Board approves tuition, fee, room rate increases at Mississippi universities
The Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning saw a $70 million increase in state funding for 2027 Fiscal Year compared to the previous fiscal year.
News
News
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Jeremy Pittari
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August 21, 2026
State Board of Education hears update on Okolona School District’s financial woes, latest statewide MAAP scores
News
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Seung Min Kim, Associated Press
, Jesse Bedayne, Associated Press
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August 21, 2026
President Donald Trump announces plan to lower beef prices, but some Republicans are already balking
News
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Cass Rutledge
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August 21, 2026
JTRAN strikes ends after 39 days
Business
Business
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Cass Rutledge
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August 20, 2026
Solero Technologies announces $14 million expansion in Water Valley
Business
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Frank Corder
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August 18, 2026
New Director coming to Port Pascagoula
Business
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Frank Corder
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August 18, 2026
Marathon Cheese expanding in Booneville, creating 39 jobs
Culture
Culture
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Brett Martel, Associated Press
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August 21, 2026
Mississippi State coach Jeff Lebby is confident in roster upgrades, but the SEC schedule is tough
Culture
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Meredith Biesinger
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August 21, 2026
Where 2,000 years of Mississippi history still rises from the ground
Culture
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Chris Burrows, Associated Press
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August 21, 2026
Chambliss, Lacy are back to lead a talented roster for No. 9 Mississippi with high expectations
Opinion
Opinion
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Roger Wicker
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August 21, 2026
Amtrak’s Mardi Gras line boosts jobs, tourism
Opinion
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Sid Salter
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August 19, 2026
Shades of Skynet? State’s measured approach to AI policy development was wise plan
Opinion
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Shaun Yurtkuran
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August 17, 2026
The Mississippi that welcomed my family
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