Two safeties make all-time Mississippi State squad
A T&L Summer School installment by Carlo Barone says two safeties earned spots on Mississippi State’s all-time team, and writer Brian Hadad was charged with narrowing the candidates.
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Judge delays trial of accused Beth Israel arsonist to October 2026
U.S. District Judge Henry Wingate granted more time for the defense, moving Stephen Spencer Pittman’s trial to the October 2026 term, a court order shows. Pittman is accused of setting fire to Beth Israel synagogue in Jackson and faces state and federal charges, court records show.
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Mississippi creates postsecondary council to address workforce pipeline
The Legislature passed SB 2524 creating the Mississippi Postsecondary Attainment Council to coordinate data and efforts among colleges, businesses and state agencies, lawmakers said. Sen. Nicole Boyd urged the group to focus on credential pathways, accountability and public reporting.
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Mississippi lawmakers convene special session to reform youth court system
Mississippi lawmakers are working during a special session called by Gov. Tate Reeves to overhaul the state’s youth court system and address court record access issues.
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Reeves calls special session to overhaul Mississippi youth courts, add detention capacity
Gov. Tate Reeves said lawmakers will consider measures to create more full-time youth court judges, build state-run juvenile detention facilities and fix expired statutes tied to ongoing lawsuits.
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Mississippi teachers say new digital process delays access to classroom supply funds
Teachers and school suppliers across Mississippi say a new state-mandated digital wallet and training requirement is making it harder to spend Education Enhancement Fund money, creating delays and forcing some educators to pay out of pocket.
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Mississippi lawmakers meet at old and new capitols for youth court overhaul
Lawmakers reconvened in Jackson for a special session focused on reforming the state’s youth court system amid logistical challenges due to Capitol renovations.
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MEMA urges Mississippians to pick up one piece of litter to support First Lady’s task force
MEMA said picking up one piece of litter can prevent larger problems for communities and waterways and urged residents to join First Lady Elee Reeves’ Mississippi Litter Prevention Task Force.
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Tropical funnel clouds possible in northeast Arkansas, Missouri Bootheel
Forecasters say brief tropical funnel clouds could form this afternoon across northeast Arkansas and the Missouri Bootheel, though they typically do not reach the ground.
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Elevated flash flood threat for much of Mississippi Tuesday
Forecasters warned of a Level 2 flash flood threat for much of Mississippi from noon through midnight Tuesday, with 3 to 5 inches of rain possible and locally higher amounts.
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MEMA to open six disaster service centers for May storm survivors
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said six Disaster Service Centers will open Tuesday to help residents affected by the May 6-7 severe storms declared DR-4922.
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Mississippi opens disaster service centers in five counties after May storms
Disaster service centers in five Mississippi counties are open to help residents affected by severe storms May 6-7, the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said. The agency provided hours and alternative ways to apply for assistance.
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Northeast Mississippi Community College MI-BEST Program Has 8 Openings for Fall 2026
Northeast Mississippi Community College says its MI-BEST program has eight openings for fall 2026 to help eligible students earn a high school equivalency while training for a career.
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Mississippi man sentenced to life for infant’s 2023 death
Gabriel Girner, 24, pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and was sentenced to life in prison Tuesday in Alcorn County, the district attorney’s office said.
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Tupelo Police Department Wraps Up Summer D.A.R.E. Camp
The Tupelo Police Department said school resource officers concluded a weeklong Summer D.A.R.E. Camp with field trips, activities and a medical helicopter demonstration. The department thanked community partners and parents for their support.
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Mississippi community colleges propose new program to boost workforce
The Mississippi Community College System is introducing the Jobs Promise Performance Program to prepare thousands of workers annually for in-demand careers and tie funding to results.
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Epstein survivors form ‘survivor sisterhood,’ balancing advocacy and motherhood
Dani Bensky and other women who say they were abused by Jeffrey Epstein have formed a bond they call a “survivor sisterhood,” NPR reported. They juggle advocacy work with everyday life and parenting.
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BMCU Offers Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program
BMCU said it is offering an accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) track with hands-on training, experienced faculty and a Christ-centered foundation. Prospective students can apply online and view tuition details on the university website.
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The American Dream and the Quiet Courage of Ordinary Folks
Amid a world of headlines and headlines, it’s the everyday stories of resilience and hope that remind us of what the American Dream truly is.
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Rubio to lead first meeting of new economic diplomacy group
Secretary of State Marco Rubio will convene the Economic Diplomacy Action Group’s first meeting, two years after its creation, to focus on U.S. economic strategies abroad.
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