Tippah County, MS News
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A new high school on Mississippi State University’s campus will serve all 9th through 12th graders from the Starkville Oktibbeha district, marking a first-of-its-kind project nationally.
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The Public Employees’ Retirement System executive director told lawmakers that PERS needs additional, recurring funding closer to actuarial recommendations as a new legislative report warns of declining active membership and sizable unfunded liabilities.
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The University of Mississippi has seen a 31% increase in enrollment over five years, with a record number of applications for the upcoming semester, according to Chancellor Glenn Boyce.
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The Mississippi Board of Mental Health has named Teresa Mosley as chair and Dr. Sara Gleason as vice chair for the upcoming year, officials announced.
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A judge voided the original election date for the Hinds County District 2 race, leaving it up to Gov. Tate Reeves to establish a new date amid ongoing legal disputes.
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Relatives and advocates call for release of police footage and an independent autopsy after a toddler was shot and killed during a police encounter in Senatobia.
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Belzoni police said three people were arrested after a June 17 shooting on Jodie Thurman Street that left 17-year-old Christian Warren dead.
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The Walmart in Senatobia was closed Saturday following a shooting involving law enforcement that resulted in the death of a 1-year-old boy. The store has been closed multiple times this week.
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Hattiesburg police said a man from Jackson was arrested after two armed robberies were reported June 20, including one on Highway 98.
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Mississippi officials report widespread flooding and damage following Tropical Storm Arthur, with ongoing risks into the coming days. Authorities continue response efforts across affected counties.
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