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Obamacare rolls shrank dramatically in many states over the past year, new federal data shows

New federal data reveals steep declines in Affordable Care Act enrollment across multiple states, with Ohio and Oklahoma experiencing drops of over 32% amid subsidy reductions.

Jabil bringing nearly 2,200 jobs to Mississippi

Mississippi News

Jabil plans nearly 2,200 jobs in Mississippi with new investment

July 8, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Jabil is investing more than $119 million to open a new production facility in Marshall County, creating approximately 2,200 jobs, officials announced Tuesday.

Hood Industries closing Wiggins mill after 56 years

Mississippi News

Hood Industries to close Wiggins plywood mill, affecting more than 250 workers

July 8, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Hood Industries told employees it will wind down operations at its Wiggins plywood mill by the end of August, citing storm damage and the age of the 56-year-old facility, the company said.

Here are 3 things to know about who influenced Mississippi’s rural health funding plan

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Survey responses show limited, uneven input on Mississippi’s $206M rural health plan

July 8, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Mississippi’s application for $206 million in federal rural health funding relied on a short online survey and closed-door briefings, with most responses coming from hospitals and five counties, according to Mississippi Today and state testimony.

All Mississippi special education teachers can receive $2,000 bonus, lawmakers say

Mississippi News

All Mississippi special education teachers eligible for $2,000 bonus, lawmakers say

July 8, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Lawmakers said a June letter clarifies that all full-time, licensed special education teachers in Mississippi qualify for a one-time $2,000 supplement after months of confusion.

US attorney says Jackson bribery case had ‘no racial issues’

Mississippi News

U.S. attorney denies racial bias in Jackson corruption case

July 8, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

U.S. Attorney Baxter Kruger states that allegations of racial targeting are unfounded in the Jackson bribery investigation involving Black officials. The case centers on corruption charges against local politicians and officials.

We are grateful to our 2026 Summer Interns for their hard work and contributions to our office this

Local News

District attorney thanks 2026 summer interns

July 7, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Jason D. Herring, district attorney for the First Circuit Court District, thanked five law students for their service this summer, saying they demonstrated professionalism and a commitment to public service, his office said.

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Troop H job fair in Meridian moved to July 18, Mississippi Department of Public Safety says

July 7, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety announced that the Troop H job fair in Meridian has been rescheduled for July 18. The agency said the event will provide information about careers with the department.

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Mississippi highway named in honor of fallen deputy James Clark

July 7, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Family, friends, and officials gathered in Quitman County to dedicate a section of Highway 322 as the James ‘Jimmy’ Clark Memorial Highway.

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Northeast says Student Success team provides advising, coaching and counseling

July 7, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Northeast said its Student Success team offers Academic Advising, Success Coaching and Counseling to help students plan schedules, adjust to college life and address challenges.

Tippah News

Ex‑USCIS official, accomplice charged in alleged $960,000 citizenship bribery scheme

U.S. restricts government travel to Nogales, Sonora over unspecified threat

Faithful Witness in a Fractured Moment: Justice, Health and the Common Good in Mississippi

Armed man lunges at Ohio gubernatorial candidate at Canfield Fair; several injured

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Gulfport to close section of Dixie Avenue for sewer cave-in repairs

Two men hospitalized after Jackson shooting on Sunset Drive, police say

Jackson police investigate after man found dead in ditch

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Man Arrested in Blue Mountain Sentenced to Nearly Five Years for Illegal Reentry

Test Results and Test Rankings for Tippah County Schools Show Highs and Lows for 2025-2026

Booneville Police Investigating Fatal Hit-and-Run Involving Bicyclist

Walnut Man Charged in Prentiss County Bad Check Investigation

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Ex‑USCIS official, accomplice charged in alleged $960,000 citizenship bribery scheme

U.S. restricts government travel to Nogales, Sonora over unspecified threat

Armed man lunges at Ohio gubernatorial candidate at Canfield Fair; several injured

U.S. envoy says confident trilateral talks will yield ‘good resolution’ to Ukraine war

ACA enrollment plummets in many states after subsidy expiration, federal data shows

Jabil plans nearly 2,200 jobs in Mississippi with new investment

Hood Industries to close Wiggins plywood mill, affecting more than 250 workers

Survey responses show limited, uneven input on Mississippi’s $206M rural health plan

All Mississippi special education teachers eligible for $2,000 bonus, lawmakers say

U.S. attorney denies racial bias in Jackson corruption case

District attorney thanks 2026 summer interns

Troop H job fair in Meridian moved to July 18, Mississippi Department of Public Safety says

Mississippi highway named in honor of fallen deputy James Clark

Northeast says Student Success team provides advising, coaching and counseling