National Train Day message urges rail safety
A social media post marking National Train Day urged the public to heed rail-safety tips, including never trying to beat a train or driving around lowered crossing gates.
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Organizers urge action on Day 7 of Hurricane Preparedness Week
Organizers of Hurricane Preparedness Week urged residents on Day 7 to take immediate steps to prepare for storms, saying preparedness begins with individuals and continued readiness is essential all season.
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Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders says Trump bypasses traditional media outlets
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders claims President Donald Trump’s ability to reach the public directly has diminished the influence of mainstream media, reflecting a shift in media dynamics.
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Trump says he hopes Russia-Ukraine cease-fire will be extended
President Donald Trump told NewsNation on Friday he hopes a three-day cease-fire between Russia and Ukraine will be extended beyond the announced weekend pause.
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U.S. military kills two in strike on alleged drug boat, Southcom says
U.S. Southern Command said a strike in the eastern Pacific on Friday killed two suspected “narco-terrorists” aboard a vessel it described as operated by an unnamed designated terrorist group and traveling known trafficking routes.
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Viewers file FCC complaints over Bad Bunny Super Bowl halftime performance, TMZ says
TMZ obtained complaints sent to the Federal Communications Commission that criticized Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show, citing alleged exposure, sexual conduct and language concerns.
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Newsom unveils ‘Golden State Start’ to provide 400 free diapers for newborns
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a taxpayer-backed partnership with nonprofit Baby2Baby to give 400 free diapers to every baby born in participating California hospitals starting this summer.
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Two inmates escape Kentucky detention center, sparking multi-agency search
Authorities are searching for two dangerous inmates who escaped from a detention center in Kentucky, prompting warnings to the public to stay vigilant.
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Defense Department releases decades of UAP files
Documents released Friday by the U.S. Defense Department describe Cold War reports of rotating saucers and recent sightings of metallic elliptical objects, the department said.
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ABC says Trump administration is trying to chill its free speech
ABC said in a filing that the Trump administration is attempting to chill its constitutionally protected free speech by treating the talk show “The View” as subject to equal-time rules.
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Former inmate credits MAGCOR mentor for turning life around
Patrick Medina, who spent 20 years in prison, says a Magnolia Correctional Industries work-release program and the persistence of mentor Karen King helped him secure a city job and save $24,000.
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Mississippi experiences at least seven tornadoes, injuring 17 and damaging hundreds of homes
Seven tornadoes touched down in Mississippi this week, including two EF3s, causing injuries and widespread damage, according to authorities.
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Suspect wounded in Corinth officer-involved shooting, state investigators say
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation said Friday that one person was wounded after allegedly firing at officers at a residence on W. Harris Circle in Corinth. No officers suffered serious injuries, officials said.
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Magnolia Tribune: Complaining can carry spiritual costs, commentary says
A Magnolia Tribune commentary cites Old and New Testament passages to argue that grumbling among Christians signals lost gratitude and can bring consequences.
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Magnolia Tribune column urges caution on Mississippi redistricting
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
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
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
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.
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Mostly dry through Sunday ahead of cold front, forecasters say
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.
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BMCU offers multiple orientation dates for prospective students
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.
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