Ole Miss holds off Georgia 76-72, advances in SEC Tournament
No. 15 Ole Miss beat No. 7 Georgia 76-72 on Thursday in the SEC Tournament, overcoming a late Bulldog surge to reach the quarterfinals, the SEC said.
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Magnolia Tribune urges Mississippi to pass anti-debanking law
An editorial in the Magnolia Tribune argues Mississippi should enact state-level protections against ‘‘debanking’’ and not rely solely on federal action, citing the Fair Banking Standard Act and measures already adopted by other states.
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Mississippi anti-debanking bill could push banks away, opinion warns
An opinion piece in the Magnolia Tribune says proposed Mississippi legislation aimed at banning politically or religiously motivated account closures could increase regulatory complexity and prompt banks to avoid certain customers.
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Senate approves bipartisan housing bill to boost affordability and access
The Senate passed a sweeping housing bill Thursday aimed at reducing regulations, limiting corporate investors, and expanding funding for affordable homes amid bipartisan support. The measure now heads to the House for consideration.
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Judge orders pause on Medicaid recoupment from Greenwood Leflore Hospital
A Mississippi judge has temporarily halted Medicaid debt collection from Greenwood Leflore Hospital, citing the risk of closure. The hospital and state officials are in a dispute over repayment terms.
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Mississippi lawmakers send bill to governor easing approvals for rural hospitals
The Legislature on Wednesday approved a pilot program that would temporarily loosen the state’s certificate of need rules for about 55 rural hospitals, sending House Bill 1622 to Gov. Tate Reeves.
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Jackson State University to Select Top Candidates for Next President
Jackson State University officials plan to narrow down presidential candidates next week, with finalists invited for second interviews in April. The process remains confidential amid calls for transparency.
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AL.com’s Matt Stahl previews Alabama on T&L SEC spring football podcast
Brian Hadad hosted Matt Stahl of AL.com for the first stop of the T&L SEC Spring Football Series in Tuscaloosa to discuss Alabama’s brief return to the College Football Playoff and the program’s outlook.
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Mississippi State’s Batting Order Continues to Impress Ahead of SEC Play
The Diamond Dawgs have displayed a potent lineup that has exceeded preseason expectations, heading into SEC competition.
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Mississippi House approves bill that could allow death penalty for some child sex crimes
The Mississippi House on Tuesday passed an amended bill that would permit the death penalty for adults convicted of sexual battery of a child under 12 if two aggravating factors are found, supporters said.
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