Mississippi editorial urges Washington to leave sports betting to states
An editorial in the Magnolia Tribune says federal approvals of prediction markets threaten state-regulated sports betting and could erode states’ authority.
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Mississippi lawmaker revives prison health care bills as Senate considers killing them
Representative Becky Currie used a procedural move to keep health care reform bills alive in Mississippi, despite opposition in the Senate. The measures aim to improve prison health services amid ongoing investigations.
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Inmate barred from marriage at Mississippi ICE facility, couple’s wedding plans halted
A 22-year-old detainee in Mississippi was denied permission to marry his U.S. citizen fiancée, highlighting restrictions on detainee marriages under federal policies.
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Mississippi teacher pay-raise bills die at deadline amid legislative gridlock
Bills to raise teacher pay failed to advance by a Tuesday deadline at the state Capitol, leaving proposed raises unapproved as lawmakers blamed the other chamber and explored stopgap options, Mississippi Today reported.
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Mississippi State Heads to Hattiesburg for Top-10 Matchup; Eagle Hour Contributor Previews Southern Mississippi
Mississippi State travels to Hattiesburg on Tuesday night for a top-10 matchup against in-state rival Southern Mississippi. Brian Hadad hosted Dima Mixon of Pine Belt Sports and the Eagle Hour on his pod for a preview of the Golden Eagles.
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Mississippi State, Southern Miss set for top-ranked midweek clash
Two top-10 college baseball teams from Mississippi face off in a highly anticipated midweek game in Hattiesburg.
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Daylight Saving Time starts Sunday; Mississippi senators split on making it permanent
Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday at 2 a.m., but debate continues over whether to keep the clocks on DST year-round. Mississippi’s two U.S. senators have taken opposing positions.
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Trump says AI and Warsh can revive 1990s boom; economists are skeptical
President Donald Trump and his economic team argue that Kevin Warsh and advances in artificial intelligence can recreate the 1990s growth surge by easing interest rates. Economists say the analogy is incomplete and conditions are different now.
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Mississippi Secretary of State Watson won’t seek third term; says ‘I will be on the ballot’
Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson announced Monday he will not seek a third term but hinted he plans to remain in public life, saying “I will be on the ballot,” The Magnolia Tribune reported.
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Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson says he will not seek third term, hints at higher office
Secretary of State Michael Watson announced Monday he will not run for reelection in 2027, fueling speculation about a gubernatorial bid next year. He indicated he plans to remain on the ballot in 2024.
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