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Gov. Tate Reeves announced a Mississippi Statewide AI Framework that outlines AI literacy and skill expectations from K-12 through career stages, officials said. The guidance was developed by a state council with partners including AccelerateMS and the Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network.

Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves has asked President Biden for a major disaster declaration after severe storms and tornadoes hit the state in early May.

Gov. Tate Reeves announced over $23 million in federal funds will support infrastructure improvements across Mississippi communities.

Gov. Tate Reeves announced $13,464,444 in federal CARES Act funds to expand mental health care, telehealth and workforce training for Mississippi children, youth and students, the governor’s office and the Mississippi Development Authority said.

Gov. Tate Reeves announced the creation of the Mississippi Rural Health Transformation Program Office and the launch of a program website, the governor’s office said. The office will coordinate a federally funded plan aimed at improving health care access in rural communities.

Mississippi continues efforts to recover from severe winter weather, with 16 deaths reported and thousands of power outages. The state also prepares for cold temperatures this weekend.

Mississippi officials report ongoing efforts to respond to severe winter weather, with 14 deaths confirmed and widespread damage across the state.

Mississippi officials continue recovery efforts after severe winter weather, which has resulted in 10 deaths and widespread damage across the state.

Mississippi continues to respond to severe winter weather, with four deaths reported and significant property damage across 48 counties, according to Gov. Tate Reeves.

Mississippi officials report two deaths, multiple injuries, widespread power outages, and ongoing recovery efforts amid severe winter weather.