Mississippi Athletes Shine: Avery Weed, Trey Johnson, Konnor Griffin Make Headlines
Mississippi’s Avery Weed impresses at Augusta, Trey Johnson is poised to lead Jackson State, and Konnor Griffin signs a major MLB deal at age 20.
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Greenwood Leflore Hospital to Lay Off Nearly 20% of Staff, Close Some Clinics
Greenwood Leflore Hospital will cut 86 jobs and close several clinics amid ongoing financial struggles, according to officials and reports. The hospital is exploring options for sale or transfer to a larger health system.
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Whooping cough surge and infant death follow Mississippi rollback of school vaccine rules, The Guardian reports
A 2023 federal ruling that eased Mississippi’s strict school vaccine rules coincided with a rise in whooping cough cases and the death of an infant, The Guardian reported, while vaccination exemptions and lower kindergarten coverage have increased.
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Capitol Police Master Sgt. Alisa Promise receives Outstanding Service award from Hundred Club of Jackson
The Mississippi Department of Public Safety said in a social media post that Capitol Police Master Sgt. Alisa Promise received the Outstanding Service Award from the Hundred Club of Jackson.
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Giving Day organizers say donations are helping campus restoration and student aid
Organizers said donors have helped restore campus facilities and support students in need, and the Giving Day campaign remains open for contributions.
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North Mississippi pastor offers $1,000 matching gift for Giving Day
A north Mississippi pastor has pledged a $1,000 matching challenge to double donations during the final stretch of a Giving Day campaign, organizers said.
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Giving Day nears end; organizers urge donations for storm recovery, student aid
Giving Day is winding down, and organizers urged donors to act to support storm recovery and student emergency aid, the campaign said. Donations can be made through the campaign’s donation page.
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U.S. 98 westbound traffic shifted onto eastbound bridge in Marion County
A state traffic advisory says westbound traffic on U.S. 98 will be moved onto the newly built eastbound bridge over the Pearl River starting about 10 a.m. April 10.
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Nightly lane closures planned on I-55 bridges over Pearl River in Jackson
The Mississippi Department of Transportation says alternating lane closures will occur nightly on the I-55 bridges over the Pearl River from April 10 through May 8 for bridge overlay work.
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Mississippi DOT uses ‘Hoist the Cone’ message, urges drivers to slow in work zones
The Mississippi Department of Transportation said orange cones signal progress on state roadways and urged motorists to slow so work crews can return home safely.
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Blue Mountain Christian closes regular season with win, earns No. 4 SSAC seed
Blue Mountain Christian beat the Rust Bearcats to finish the regular season and will enter the SSAC Tournament as the No. 4 seed, the school said.
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Northeast Mississippi Community College schedules April tryouts for 2026-27 fine arts
Northeast Mississippi Community College said in a social media post that it will hold tryouts April 11 for a range of fine arts roles for the 2026-27 school year.
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Northeast Mississippi Community College posts photos of Seth Pounds Auditorium renovation
Northeast Mississippi Community College posted behind-the-scenes photos of renovations to the Seth Pounds Auditorium, saying the updated venue will showcase the arts and community talent.
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The Cut-Off Offering $5 Fill-a-Bag Sale for Books and CDs, Store Says
The Cut-Off said shoppers can fill a bag with books or CDs for $5 and browse vintage finds during a sale being held today.
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Blue Mountain Christian University seeks donations after ice storm
Blue Mountain Christian University said an ice storm damaged its campus and that insurance will not cover all recovery costs. The university urged donors on Giving Day to help restore classrooms, walkways and shared spaces.
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BMCU trustee to match next $2,500 in Giving Day donations
Organizers said Giving Day had raised $6,059.95 and a member of the BMCU Board of Trustees will match the next $2,500 in gifts, potentially doubling donations up to that amount.
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Student emergency fund offers short-term aid to keep students enrolled, organizers say
Organizers said the Student Emergency Retention Fund provides immediate support to students facing sudden hardships and urged donations this Giving Day.
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MDOT mascot Myrtle the Turtle meets ‘Duck Dynasty’ star Si Robertson at Mississippi expo
Myrtle the Turtle, the Mississippi Department of Transportation’s litter-prevention mascot, met TV personality Si Robertson at the Mississippi Ag and Outdoor Expo in February, MDOT said. The agency said the mascot promotes the Keep Mississippi Beautiful campaign through school visits and public events.
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Final Showtime of school year to include acoustic pre-show, organizers say
Organizers said the final Showtime of the school year will feature an acoustic pre-show by departing members at 6:15 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m.; admission is free for employees and students and $10 for the general public.
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CDC: RSV season started late as new COVID-19 variant spreads
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said respiratory syncytial virus cases began later than usual and a new COVID-19 variant is spreading across much of the country, prolonging concerns about respiratory illnesses into spring.
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