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Jeremy Pittari
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September 30, 2025
State Board of Education learns of latest teacher recruitment tool, new school accountability model
The Mississippi Department of Education is also implementing a new evaluation method for superintendents assigned to lead Districts of Transformation.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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September 26, 2025
House committee hears arguments for, against more school choice in Mississippi
Proponents believe more access to better education options has positive effects for all, while opponents fear school closures and loss of state funding.
Education
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Frank Corder
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September 25, 2025
Accountability grades for Mississippi schools dropping
The Mississippi Department of Education released its latest grading on Thursday.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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September 22, 2025
Lawmakers to consider school choice viewpoints in House Education Freedom hearing
"Some are pro-school choice for parents, and some aren’t," State Rep. Roberson said. See who will be presenting.
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Jeremy Pittari
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September 18, 2025
Change in U.S. Department of Education funding will mean more one-time funds for HBCUs
Additional federal education funding will also be provided for charter schools and American history and civics programs.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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September 17, 2025
Mississippi appeals injunction over enforcement of anti-DEI law to Fifth Circuit
The new law was aimed at preventing public K-12 and higher learning institutions from using DEI practices in their employment and academic decision-making.
Education
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Frank Corder
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September 15, 2025
Mississippi ranks high in teacher freedom in latest national report but lags in education choice
The Heritage Foundation's "Education Freedom Report Card" said the state dropped five spots in its education choice rankings and six spots overall.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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September 9, 2025
Legislators to consider another round of teacher, assistant teacher pay raises
A report from the State Auditor noted the need to raise assistant teacher pay and cut administrative costs.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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September 4, 2025
PEER reviews transportation costs for Mississippi school districts
Pontotoc County reported the lowest cost per rider at $436 and the lowest cost per mile at $2.13. Tunica County had the highest cost per rider at $3,462 and Greenwood-Leflore had the highest cost per mile at $22.51.
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Jeremy Pittari
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September 3, 2025
Breakfast, lunch participation rates vary across Mississippi schools
A recent PEER report shows the overall cost of food in Mississippi schools ranges from $1.35 per meal to $8.16.
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Jeremy Pittari
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August 27, 2025
MSMS seeks additional funding for facilities, operational needs
Local funds do not follow students when they are accepted to the Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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August 26, 2025
Student assessment scores see slight drop in Mississippi
"Overall, the four content areas showed a slight drop in proficiency, which is unusual for Mississippi," said Dr. Paula Vanderford.
News
News
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Frank Corder
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April 22, 2026
Senator Wicker rebukes Administration over NATO, European allies comments
News
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Magnolia Tribune
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April 22, 2026
Magnolia Mornings: April 22, 2026
News
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Daniel Tyson
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April 21, 2026
State leaders cut ribbon on new Public Safety headquarters
Business
Business
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Frank Corder
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April 17, 2026
Walmart announces plan to remodel 19 Mississippi stores
Business
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Susan Marquez
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April 10, 2026
C Spire completes work under Mississippi Capital Projects Fund to expand high-speed, broadband infrastructure
Business
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Daniel Tyson
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April 9, 2026
Amazon investing another $12 billion in Central Mississippi
Culture
Culture
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Marilyn Tinnin
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April 22, 2026
Marie Hull: Prolific and colorful in life and art
Culture
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Alistair Begg
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April 22, 2026
Victory over temptation
Culture
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Meredith Biesinger
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April 21, 2026
Natchez Festival of Music: Where the Mississippi River sings
Opinion
Opinion
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Russ Latino
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April 22, 2026
Federal indictment against The Southern Poverty Law Center hits close to home
Opinion
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Sid Salter
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April 22, 2026
Local sports: Glory and honor from the days before NIL, the portals, and social media
Opinion
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Mike Chaney
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April 21, 2026
Mississippi is leading the way in pipeline emergency preparedness
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