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U.S. Sens. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., and Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., introduced the Nursing Is a Professional Degree Act to restore federal loan limits for post-baccalaureate nursing students after a Department of Education reclassification, they said.
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The Mississippi Department of Education launched a Bridge to Career course to prepare seniors for college and careers, a teacher who piloted the program said. About 2,914 seniors — roughly 10% — leave high school without diplomas, Get 2 College reported.
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The Animal Rescue Fund of Mississippi reported three break-ins within a week, saying medicines, cleaning supplies and equipment were stolen and damage was done to fencing and lighting.
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Belhaven University’s softball team secured its spot in the NCAA Division III World Series with a 10-2 win over Wisconsin-Oshkosh, marking their second trip to the national championship in three years.
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Mississippi State’s season-ending loss to Georgia in the SEC Tournament follows a win over Missouri. Georgia advances as the tournament’s top seed.
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Mississippi State was knocked out of the SEC Tournament by Georgia and now awaits word on whether it will host an NCAA regional, analysts Brian Hadad and Carlo Barone said.
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Mississippi has released a comprehensive AI educational framework aimed at guiding students and workers in understanding and applying artificial intelligence, making the state a leader in AI readiness.
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The Mississippi Department of Human Services said Wednesday it will add $5 million in Temporary Assistance for Needy Families funds to expand child-care vouchers for low-income families.
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The Trump administration rolled back federal rules on greenhouse gases used in cooling systems, citing potential savings for consumers. The move reverses the Biden-era regulations aimed at reducing harmful pollutants.
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Mississippi officials are requesting a federal disaster declaration after tornadoes and severe weather caused extensive damage in May, including injuries and destroyed homes.
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