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Opinion  |  Frank Corder  • 
July 23, 2020

Public school extracurriculars not available for homeschoolers, even some distance learners

While most parents are preparing to send their children back to school in a few weeks, some school districts in Mississippi are allowing distance learning or a hybrid option for those concerned about their family contracting the coronavirus in a traditional classroom setting as the pandemic continues. There is one caveat that could factor into…
Opinion  |  Editor  • 
July 22, 2020

Civil rights leader and political figure Charles Evers passes away at 97

Civil rights and political leader Charles Evers has passed away today at age 97. A World War II veteran, Evers succeeded his slain brother, Medgar Evers, as NAACP Field Secretary and head of the organization following his assassination.  Charles then went on to a notable political history. He was elected as the Mayor of Fayette…