Study Finds Significant Gaps in Dementia Care Across Mississippi
A University of Mississippi study reveals that most Mississippi counties lack adult day services, leaving many dementia patients without adequate support.
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Supreme Court temporarily restores access to abortion pill mifepristone
The Supreme Court on Monday blocked a lower-court ruling and temporarily allowed mifepristone to be obtained by mail, at pharmacies and via telehealth while the court considers the dispute.
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Judge blocks creation of Jackson water authority; governor delays appointments
A federal judge has temporarily halted the establishment of the Metro Jackson Water Authority, prompting the governor to withhold appointments to the board pending further legal review.
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Mississippi attorney general’s office says four police shootings justified
The Mississippi Attorney General’s Office concluded that law enforcement officers were justified in four officer-involved shootings, resulting in one death and injuries to three others, including a police dog.
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Mississippi House to meet in Old Capitol as lawmakers prepare to redraw Supreme Court districts
Gov. Tate Reeves called a May 20 special session to redraw three state Supreme Court districts. Black lawmakers say holding the House session in the Old Capitol — where the 1890 constitution was crafted — is insulting.
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Accountant Anne McGrew gets one-year sentence in Mississippi welfare scheme
Anne McGrew, the accountant for a nonprofit involved in Mississippi’s welfare fraud case, was sentenced to one year in prison Monday. She may serve less time under state guidelines and face house arrest afterward.
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Tupelo man sentenced to 12 years for fentanyl trafficking
Alderius Rashad Morrow pleaded guilty May 4 and was given a 40-year term with 28 years suspended, leaving 12 years to serve, the District Attorney’s Office said.
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NWS Memphis: Mid-South faces slight risk of severe storms Tuesday, Wednesday
The National Weather Service in Memphis said portions of the Mid-South are in a Slight (level 2 of 5) risk for severe storms on Tuesday and Wednesday, with threats of damaging winds, a few tornadoes and heavy rain.
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High-resolution model shows Tuesday storms weakening by noon, moving into Mid-South at night
A high-resolution model loop suggests morning showers and thunderstorms will weaken by noon Tuesday. The model indicates storms will develop along a cold front and move into the Mid-South Tuesday night.
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Tiger Food Truck to hand out free slices to students tomorrow night
The Tiger Food Truck will give students a free pizza slice on campus tomorrow night, organizers said. Students need only show a student ID to receive a slice.
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Major water line cut leaves most of Ripley without water, city officials say
A major water line was accidentally cut, leaving the majority of Ripley without water. Crews are on site and officials expect service to be restored in about an hour.
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MEMA warns of $150 scam targeting storm victims
MEMA said it has received reports of people charging storm victims $150 to complete FEMA and SBA assistance applications and urged residents to use the agency’s website for official help. The agency said neither FEMA, the Small Business Administration nor MEMA charge to fill out forms.
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MDOT highway safety chief to speak at LPA toolbox webinar on right-sizing roadways
Organizers said MDOT’s Highway Safety Division Director Mark Thomas, P.E., will speak Tuesday, May 5, on balancing operational demand and safety in a webinar. The session runs 12:30-1:30 p.m. and is eligible for one professional development hour.
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WAPT News executive warns of dangers from unsecured loads on Mississippi highways
Peter Keith, president and general manager of 16 WAPT News, wrote an editorial warning that unsecured loads can send debris into traffic, endanger drivers and divert road crews, the editorial said.
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Miss. DOT, state agencies recognize May 3-9 as National Hurricane Preparedness Week
The Mississippi Department of Transportation said it joined the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency and other state agencies in recognizing May 3-9 as National Hurricane Preparedness Week and encouraged residents to prepare before the June 1-Nov. 30 hurricane season.
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Northeast Mississippi Community College says technology is transforming classroom learning
Northeast Mississippi Community College said technology is bringing concepts to life in its classrooms, offering hands-on experiences such as 3-D cell models and real-time anatomy study. The college urged prospective students to apply at nemcc.edu.
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Northeast Offers Tech, Hands-On Learning and Urges Applicants
Northeast said it is preparing students for a changing world with innovative technology and hands-on learning, and it urged prospective students to apply.
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NWS Memphis: Gusty Winds Expected in Northeast Arkansas, Missouri Bootheel
The National Weather Service in Memphis, Tennessee, said sustained winds could reach 25 mph with gusts of 40 to 45 mph across parts of northeast Arkansas and the Missouri Bootheel and advised residents to secure loose objects.
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Hurricane Preparedness Week organizers urge early preparations
On Day 2 of Hurricane Preparedness Week, organizers urged residents to prepare for storms before they appear on radar, saying early preparation reduces stress and helps people focus when a storm approaches.
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Tupelo police chief celebrates May the 4th with themed patrol
Chief Quaka patrols Tupelo on May 4th, blending local law enforcement duties with Star Wars celebrations.
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