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Education | Jeremy Pittari •

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.

News | Seung Min Kim, Associated Press , Jesse Bedayne, Associated Press •

August 21, 2026

President Donald Trump announces plan to lower beef prices, but some Republicans are already balking

Conservative rural-state Republicans are already criticizing the plan, fearing it will harm American ranchers.

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News | Cass Rutledge •

August 21, 2026

JTRAN strikes ends after 39 days

The union representing the JTRAN drivers said the new contract meets its demands for fair pay, better working conditions, and strong benefits.

Opinion | Roger Wicker •

August 21, 2026

Amtrak’s Mardi Gras line boosts jobs, tourism

By the first anniversary of the return of passenger rail on the Mississippi Coast this month, passengers had purchased 150,000 tickets—more than doubling initial estimates.

News | Frank Corder •

August 21, 2026

Field set for special elections to fill seats in Mississippi House of Representatives

Voters will decide who will fill House District 77 and House District 70 seats in the Mississippi House after the deaths of State Representatives Price Wallace and Bo Brown this summer.

Elections | Frank Corder •

August 21, 2026

Five candidates to vie for Hinds County DA in special election

Former DA Jody Owens pleaded guilty to federal charges this summer prompting the need for a special election to fill the remainder of the term.

Sports | Brett Martel, Associated Press •

August 21, 2026

Mississippi State coach Jeff Lebby is confident in roster upgrades, but the SEC schedule is tough

The Bulldogs have strengths in their dynamic quarterback and talented receivers. However, weaknesses remain in the offensive and defensive lines.

News | Frank Corder •

August 21, 2026

Cockrell brings a common man approach to his bid to be Mississippi’s next Agriculture Commissioner

"I'm not a preacher, but I'm a Christian. I'm not a bully, but I fight for the people. I'm not a professor, but I can teach something," the first-time statewide candidate said. "I'm just a down-to-earth, common-sense man that wants to help the people and work for Mississippi and earn the paycheck that I get from the people."