Jackson councilman pushes to extend youth curfew
Jackson City Councilman Kenneth Stokes said he wants the city to extend its youth curfew to better protect children, WJTV reported. The current curfew is expected to expire in September.
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Iran parliament speaker says Strait of Hormuz will close again
Mohammad-Bagher Qalibaf said Friday that Iran will close the Strait of Hormuz again amid a U.S. blockade on Iranian ports, contradicting President Donald Trump, who said the strait was “open for business.”
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Walmart to remodel 19 Mississippi stores
Walmart announced Thursday it will remodel 19 stores in Mississippi this year as part of wider investments to update layouts, expand food options and speed delivery, the company said.
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Denise Jones Gregory chosen as Jackson State’s 14th president
Jackson State University has appointed Denise Jones Gregory as its 14th president, ending a months-long search process. Gregory has served as interim president since May 2023.
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Supreme Court rules in favor of oil companies in Louisiana environmental lawsuits
The Supreme Court unanimously decided that certain environmental lawsuits against oil companies should be heard in federal court, reversing a lower court decision. The ruling impacts cases involving coastal land loss in Louisiana.
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Denise Jones Gregory named Jackson State University’s next president
Jackson State University has appointed Denise Jones Gregory as its 14th president, effective May 1, after serving as interim leader since May 2025. The decision drew praise from supporters and alumni.
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Hospital CEO urges maternal care be central to Mississippi rural health strategy
Kent Nicaud said Mississippi should prioritize maternal health as it spends $206 million from a new federal rural health program. He urged state leaders to set measurable goals and dedicate funds to expand access and stabilize the workforce.
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Jackson council reviews midyear finances after warning of $23 million gap
City officials told the Jackson City Council that first-half revenue trends could leave a roughly $23 million shortfall in the general fund, prompting line-by-line reviews and possible midyear cuts. Council members met this week to explore revenue boosts and other fixes.
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Jackson State names Denise Jones Gregory 14th president
Mississippi’s Board of Trustees selected Denise Jones Gregory as president of Jackson State University after an eight-month search, the board announced Thursday.
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Analysts: Mississippi State Looked Like Earlier Team in Tuesday Game
Brian Hadad and Carlo Barone said Mississippi State’s Tuesday night performance resembled the club seen before two difficult weekends, but cautioned the competition was soft.
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