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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
News
News
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Frank Corder
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October 9, 2026
Hyde-Smith, Guest, Ezell among congressional members urging investigation into Planned Parenthood
News
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Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press
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October 9, 2026
Americans 75 and older are wealthiest age group, Fed survey finds
News
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Jeremy Pittari
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October 9, 2026
Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians receives $12 million in federal grants to expand economic development drivers
Business
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
Business
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Cass Rutledge
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October 6, 2026
Westwin Elements investing $502 million to establish nickel refinery in Natchez
Business
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Cass Rutledge
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October 2, 2026
Gasifier manufacturer Janus Organization bringing 13 jobs to Greenwood
Culture
Culture
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Susan Marquez
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October 9, 2026
Award-winning Nashville country singer-songwriter brings high-energy performance to Downtown Greenville
Culture
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Alistair Begg
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October 9, 2026
Putting the pieces together
Culture
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Teresa M. Walker, Associated Press
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October 8, 2026
No. 9 Ole Miss and Kewan Lacy head to Vanderbilt with Jared Curtis trying to return
Opinion
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
Opinion
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Sid Salter
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October 7, 2026
Growing calls to suspend or eliminate federal and state gas taxes have consequences
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