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America’s civil service protections were born from ‘Death by Lightning’ and put in jeopardy by Supre

A recent Supreme Court ruling allows the president to fire commissioners without cause, raising concerns about the future of civil service protections established after President Garfield’s assassination.

Civil rights veteran the Rev. Ed King, who helped found the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party, ha

Mississippi News

Civil rights veteran Rev. Ed King, co-founder of Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party, dies at 89

July 6, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Rev. Ed King, a white minister and civil rights leader who helped shape the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party, died Saturday in Jackson. He was 89.

China resumes US soybean purchases under trade deal with Trump, but future for farmers remains ‘daun

Mississippi News

US soybean exports to China rebound in 2026 amid trade deal, but long-term outlook remains uncertain

July 6, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

China has resumed purchasing U.S. soybeans following a trade agreement, boosting farmer optimism. However, analysts warn that trade commitments and market stability pose ongoing challenges.

Photos from US National Weather Service Memphis Tennessee's post

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NWS Memphis warns of extreme heat and marginal severe storms Sunday

July 5, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

The National Weather Service in Memphis issued a heat advisory through 8 p.m. and warned of a marginal risk of severe thunderstorms south of Interstate 40 from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.

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Mississippi DOT urges drivers to keep right, pass left after Fourth of July

July 5, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

The Mississippi Department of Transportation said in a social media post that motorists should stay in the right lane unless passing, following Fourth of July celebrations and the conclusion of its Star-Spangled Sign event.

Revolutionary War cannons debut at Savannah History Museum for America 250

National News

19 Revolutionary War cannons go on display at Savannah History Museum

July 5, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Nineteen cannons recovered from the Savannah River after nearly 240 years underwater were unveiled Thursday at the Savannah History Museum as part of a new exhibit marking America’s 250th anniversary.

Trump, Bessent preview new currency bearing his signature

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Treasury Secretary Bessent previews new U.S. currency bearing Trump’s signature

July 5, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent unveiled a new $100 bill featuring President Trump’s signature, set to circulate ahead of the 250th anniversary of the United States.

Paul Pelosi involved hit-and-run crash, could face misdemeanor charges

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Paul Pelosi may face misdemeanor charges after Napa County hit-and-run, sheriff says

July 5, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Paul Pelosi, 86, was involved in a hit-and-run in Napa County on Friday that left a car with “major” damage, the Napa County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement obtained by The Associated Press.

Trump celebrates America’s 250th anniversary in weather-delayed, sometimes partisan speech

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Trump marks U.S. 250th anniversary with weather-delayed speech highlighting achievements and partisan rhetoric

July 5, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Former President Donald Trump delivered a late-night speech celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States, emphasizing national achievements amid partisan language after weather delays.

Kylian Mbappé's seventh goal of the World Cup lifts France past Paraguay in physical Round of 16 mat

National News

Mbappé penalty gives France decisive goal to beat Paraguay, advance to World Cup quarterfinals

July 5, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Kylian Mbappé converted a 67th-minute penalty to give France the decisive goal over Paraguay in the World Cup Round of 16 in Philadelphia, match reports said.

Tippah News

MDOT thanks road crews on Labor Day, urges safe travel

Mississippi Department of Public Safety Offices Closed Sept. 7 for Labor Day

Blue Mountain Christian University to host Gratitude Day on Sept. 9

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

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Jackson police investigate after man found dead in ditch

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

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

Supreme Court decision weakens U.S. civil service protections rooted in 1880s reforms

Civil rights veteran Rev. Ed King, co-founder of Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party, dies at 89

US soybean exports to China rebound in 2026 amid trade deal, but long-term outlook remains uncertain

NWS Memphis warns of extreme heat and marginal severe storms Sunday

Mississippi DOT urges drivers to keep right, pass left after Fourth of July

19 Revolutionary War cannons go on display at Savannah History Museum

Treasury Secretary Bessent previews new U.S. currency bearing Trump’s signature

Paul Pelosi may face misdemeanor charges after Napa County hit-and-run, sheriff says

Trump marks U.S. 250th anniversary with weather-delayed speech highlighting achievements and partisan rhetoric

Mbappé penalty gives France decisive goal to beat Paraguay, advance to World Cup quarterfinals