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Northeast Mississippi Community College said instructor Lauren Sparks presented her DNP project on human trafficking at a statewide nursing convention and was named Most Outstanding DNP Student at Delta State University.
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The highly anticipated Burnside Music Fest 2026 just got a major upgrade with the launch of its official website, giving
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Organizers said a free open gym tomorrow will be led by Skye Da Costa, a former Ripley assistant coach and current member of the Blue Mountain Christian University coaching staff. The session is open to anyone and is not a club or travel program.
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A cold front will push rain and a few thunderstorms through the region today, with forecasters saying North Mississippi could see as much as 1 inch of rain that is unlikely to ease drought conditions.
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Jay said he was sitting in a jail cell after an attempted break-in on his college campus when a fellow inmate’s unexpected words comforted him and changed his life.
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An 82-year-old Virginia senator, an Indiana consensus builder and a Texas enforcer were cited as key figures shaping the midterm redistricting fight, the original article said.
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Forecasters say a cold front will bring increased chances of showers and sporadic thunderstorms overnight and into tomorrow, with rounds of rain moving northwest to southeast.
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom called for an explanation from HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. regarding past remarks about Black children being ‘re-parented’ while on ADHD medication.
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The Treasury Department posted a license Friday extending a waiver that allows the purchase of sanctioned Russian oil and petroleum products through May 16, days after a top Cabinet official said the U.S. would not do so.
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Disney announced plans to bring Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia and Han Solo into Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, a shift former executives say reverses an earlier decision to center the lands on the newer trilogy.
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With few star quarterbacks and compelling storylines, the 2026 NFL draft may rely on trades and strategic moves to generate buzz, experts say.
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The U.S. Air Force Academy’s annual ‘CULEX’ exercise immerses nearly 4,000 cadets in a realistic 24-hour combat scenario, testing leadership and teamwork skills.
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Satellite images suggest Iran has expanded a tunnel complex at Pickaxe Mountain, prompting calls for action from U.S. officials.
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Jackson City Councilman Kenneth Stokes said he wants the city to extend its youth curfew to better protect children, WJTV reported. The current curfew is expected to expire in September.
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Mohammad-Bagher Qalibaf said Friday that Iran will close the Strait of Hormuz again amid a U.S. blockade on Iranian ports, contradicting President Donald Trump, who said the strait was “open for business.”
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Walmart announced Thursday it will remodel 19 stores in Mississippi this year as part of wider investments to update layouts, expand food options and speed delivery, the company said.
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Jackson State University has appointed Denise Jones Gregory as its 14th president, ending a months-long search process. Gregory has served as interim president since May 2023.
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The Supreme Court unanimously decided that certain environmental lawsuits against oil companies should be heard in federal court, reversing a lower court decision. The ruling impacts cases involving coastal land loss in Louisiana.
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Jackson State University has appointed Denise Jones Gregory as its 14th president, effective May 1, after serving as interim leader since May 2025. The decision drew praise from supporters and alumni.
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Kent Nicaud said Mississippi should prioritize maternal health as it spends $206 million from a new federal rural health program. He urged state leaders to set measurable goals and dedicate funds to expand access and stabilize the workforce.
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