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An opinion piece in the Magnolia Tribune warned Mississippi lawmakers against rushing congressional redistricting for 2026, saying legal limits and the state’s racial history warrant careful consideration and that both parties pursue power through mapmaking.

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Greenville schools must account for more than $4 million; face budget shortfall

May 9, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

The Mississippi Department of Education has given Greenville Public School District until Tuesday to document roughly $4 million in pandemic relief spending. District leaders also face a $500,000 Internal Revenue Service demand and a $1.5 million deficit.

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Jackson State alum Tramell Tillman joins Marvel’s Spider-Man film

May 9, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Emmy-winning actor Tramell Tillman, a Jackson State University graduate, is set to appear in the upcoming ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day.’ The film is scheduled for release July 31.

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Mississippi launches rare disease task force as families travel out of state for care

May 9, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Gov. Tate Reeves approved Senate Bill 2474 on April 8 to create a seven-member task force to study gaps in access, coverage and funding for rare disease care, state officials said.

Mostly dry conditions are expected to prevail through Sunday ahead of a cold front

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Mostly dry through Sunday ahead of cold front, forecasters say

May 8, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Forecasters say most of the region will remain rain-free through Sunday, with isolated showers possible in southeast Missouri and northern Mississippi and a low-end severe weather risk that day.

Orientation is your next step to becoming a BMCU student!

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BMCU offers multiple orientation dates for prospective students

May 8, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

BMCU announced orientation sessions, both on-campus and virtual, to help incoming students get class schedules, meet offices and prepare for their first day. Prospective students can sign up online.

Parts of Mississippi are under a marginal risk for severe storms this afternoon into tonight (5/8/26

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Parts of Mississippi face marginal risk for severe storms

May 8, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Forecasters said parts of Mississippi are under a marginal risk for severe storms on May 8, 2026, with isolated severe storms, damaging winds and quarter-inch hail possible.

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) continues to respond to severe weather that impac

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MEMA responds after seven tornadoes strike Mississippi

May 8, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said it is responding to severe weather that hit the state May 6 and 7, 2026, after the National Weather Service confirmed seven tornadoes on May 6, including two EF3 twisters in Franklin and Lamar counties.

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Northeast Mississippi Community College honors 16 in prison education program

May 8, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Northeast Mississippi Community College said it recognized 16 Spring 2026 completion candidates in its Prison Education Program, including students who earned certificates and completed HiSET. The college described the program as a partnership with the Mississippi Humanities Council.

We're continuing our Bike Safety Month celebrations with more tips, y'all

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Mississippi DOT continues Bike Safety Month, offers bicycling guide

May 8, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

The Mississippi Department of Transportation said it is continuing Bike Safety Month with safety tips from Public Information Officer Barrett Wilson. The agency said a Mississippi Bicycling Guide is available for free download and for order as a printed copy.

Tippah News

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Northeast offers iPad to every student, college says

FEMA offers Individual Assistance to five Miss. counties after May storms

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Magnolia Tribune column urges caution on Mississippi redistricting

Greenville schools must account for more than $4 million; face budget shortfall

Jackson State alum Tramell Tillman joins Marvel’s Spider-Man film

Mississippi launches rare disease task force as families travel out of state for care

Mostly dry through Sunday ahead of cold front, forecasters say

BMCU offers multiple orientation dates for prospective students

Parts of Mississippi face marginal risk for severe storms

MEMA responds after seven tornadoes strike Mississippi

Northeast Mississippi Community College honors 16 in prison education program

Mississippi DOT continues Bike Safety Month, offers bicycling guide