MDOT leaders named to 2026 Mississippi Top 100
The Mississippi Department of Transportation announced that Commission Chairman Willie Simmons and Executive Director Brad White were named to the 2026 Mississippi Top 100.
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May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month; NWS warns spring sun can rival July
May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and the National Weather Service says spring sunshine can be as intense as late July. The agency directs people to sun-safety tips on its website.
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Three Northeast Mississippi Community College students earn high school equivalency diplomas
Northeast Mississippi Community College’s Adult Education program said Naomi Sumrall, Summer Abbott and Kylan Williams earned high school equivalency diplomas in a social media post.
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NEMCC Adult Education at Corinth graduate earns High School Equivalency Diploma
Sebastian Campbell earned a High School Equivalency Diploma, NEMCC Adult Education at Corinth announced. The program said it is proud and looks forward to his continued progress.
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Louisiana agrees to $4.8 million settlement in Ronald Greene death case
Louisiana officials have reached a tentative $4.8 million settlement with the family of Ronald Greene, who died during a roadside arrest by five officers, sources say.
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Mississippi Department of Public Safety holds fallen officer memorial
The Mississippi Department of Public Safety said on its social media page it gathered for a Fallen Officer Memorial Ceremony, calling it “a solemn time of remembrance, honor, and gratitude” for officers “who gave their all in service to others.”
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On the Front Porch, the World Arrives with a Lemonade Pitcher
Big-news days fold into small-town conversations: a president’s trip, warnings of new attacks, a local attraction’s possible end and the uneasy relief of a family’s testimony all find a place on the porch.
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Art group installs arcade games mocking Operation Epic Fury on National Mall
The Secret Handshake said it placed three free arcade-style games mocking Operation Epic Fury on the National Mall on Monday. The group described the installations as guerrilla art meant to elicit public response.
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Petersen projected to unseat Nebraska secretary of state Bob Evnen in GOP primary
Decision Desk HQ projected Tuesday that Omaha businessman Scott Petersen won the Republican primary for Nebraska secretary of state, leading incumbent Bob Evnen by about six percentage points.
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Powell to face Harding in Nebraska House race to replace Bacon
Democrat Denise Powell is projected to win the Democratic primary in Nebraska’s district, setting up a November matchup with Republican candidate in the race to replace retiring Rep. Don Bacon.
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Christopher Nolan confirms ‘The Odyssey’ casting, including Travis Scott
Christopher Nolan confirmed casting details for his film ‘The Odyssey’ in a Time interview, including Matt Damon as Odysseus and the presence of rapper Travis Scott. Some of his production and casting choices have prompted confusion and criticism.
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Rubio’s Nike tracksuit on Air Force One sparks memes during China trip
Photos posted to X by White House communications director Steven Cheung showed Secretary of State Marco Rubio wearing a gray Nike tracksuit aboard Air Force One, prompting widespread social media reaction as he traveled to China with President Donald Trump.
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Pima County supervisors fail to oust sheriff amid perjury allegations
The Pima County Board of Supervisors rejected efforts to remove Sheriff Chris Nanos but referred perjury claims to the state attorney general, amid scrutiny over his past record and handling of Nancy Guthrie case.
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Nebraska Democrat Cindy Burbank Wins Senate Primary, Says She Will Withdraw to Back Independent
Cindy Burbank won the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate in Nebraska but said she plans to drop out to help independent Dan Osborn, her campaign said.
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Utermark sets Ole Miss career home run mark in 17-6 win over UT Martin
Judd Utermark hit his 49th career home run as No. 15 Ole Miss routed Tennessee-Martin 17-6, capped by a 10-run second inning that ended the game early under the 10-run rule.
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Thunder & Lightning Hosts Return for ‘The Rumblings’
Brian Hadad and Carlo Barone will answer viewer questions in a new edition of “The Rumblings,” the Thunder & Lightning program said. The show acknowledged discussion about an age divide between the hosts.
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M&M Bank’s Legear named chair of Atlanta Fed’s Community Depository Institutions Advisory Council
Clayton Legear, CEO of Merchants & Marine Bancorp, has been appointed to lead the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta’s Community Depository Institutions Advisory Council. He will serve a three-year term.
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Mississippi expands statewide substance use disorder treatment after successful pilot
Mississippi is broadening access to substance use disorder treatment across all 82 counties following a successful pilot program, officials say.
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Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss poised for banner season after legal win and spring practice
Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss, who led the Rebels to a College Football Playoff semifinal in 2025, plans to take a break after spring drills. The sixth-year senior is considered a Heisman Trophy contender heading into the season.
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Supreme Court delays ruling on mail-order abortion pills, impacting Mississippi access
The Supreme Court has extended its review of restrictions on mailing and telehealth prescriptions for mifepristone, a key abortion drug, affecting thousands of Mississippians. A decision could come as soon as Thursday.
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