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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.
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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.
Education
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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.
Education
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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
Chief Accountability Officer Dr. Paula Vanderford told the State Board of Education that the most recent MAAP assessment does differ from prior years, adding that this year's testing should be considered a transition year.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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August 7, 2026
House lawmakers consider school consolidation as Mississippi public education enrollment declines
While there are sure to be challenges in consolidating or closing schools, lawmakers were told by three superintendents with consolidation experience that the long-term impact of consolidation was beneficial to students and the community.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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August 6, 2026
Woodward Hines steps up to fill shortfall in last dollar college scholarship fund for foster children
Woodward Hines is providing $800,000 that will help about 170 children in foster care attend college in Mississippi.
Education
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Moriah Balingit, Associated Press
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August 6, 2026
Trump administration moves forward with Head Start overhaul, proposing to eliminate regulations
The proposed changes would replace extensive federal regulations with state and local requirements. Officials claim this could save more than $2 billion and expand the program's reach, but experts warn it may lower standards.
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Frank Corder
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August 6, 2026
Legislative education leaders push back on Moss Point School District’s claim that teacher pay raises are causing shortfall
"Everything that they're saying is untrue," House Education Chairman Rob Roberson said Thursday. "The teacher pay increase was funded by the State of Mississippi."
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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July 31, 2026
Rankin County School District released from desegregation order
The district requested removal from the desegregation order in August 2024.
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News
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Frank Corder
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October 8, 2026
Tindell’s Attorney General campaign tops million-dollar fundraising mark
News
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Hannah Schoenbaum, Associated Press
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October 8, 2026
The Waffle House Index helps Southerners — and FEMA — gauge a storm’s severity
News
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Jeremy Pittari
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October 8, 2026
Mississippi’s 12th Safe Haven baby box unveiled, blessed in Picayune
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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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
Culture
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Alistair Begg
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October 8, 2026
Gideon’s question
Culture
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Susan Marquez
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October 7, 2026
Sherman Lee Dillon leaves a legacy of family, music, and deep love of community
Opinion
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
Opinion
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Roger Wicker
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September 28, 2026
Putin must be defeated
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