Walmart to remodel 19 Mississippi stores
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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Denise Jones Gregory chosen as Jackson State’s 14th president
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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Supreme Court rules in favor of oil companies in Louisiana environmental lawsuits
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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Denise Jones Gregory named Jackson State University’s next president
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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Hospital CEO urges maternal care be central to Mississippi rural health strategy
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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Jackson council reviews midyear finances after warning of $23 million gap
City officials told the Jackson City Council that first-half revenue trends could leave a roughly $23 million shortfall in the general fund, prompting line-by-line reviews and possible midyear cuts. Council members met this week to explore revenue boosts and other fixes.
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Old Byram Road Bridge Over I-55 Closed for Repairs Through June
Both directions of the Old Byram Road bridge over I-55 in Hinds County will be closed starting April 27 for bridge repairs, lasting until June 8.
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MDOT holds annual Equipment Operators Roadeo in Batesville
The Mississippi Department of Transportation said it held its annual Equipment Operators Roadeo for District 2 at the district headquarters in Batesville on April 16, giving operators a chance to demonstrate vehicle-handling and heavy-equipment skills.
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Campus Country Concert closes Northeast Mississippi Community College season, college says
Northeast Mississippi Community College said in a post that the Campus Country Concert the previous night closed out its season and praised performers while thanking attendees.
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Fourth annual Mississippi Public Safety Summit set for May 19-22
Summit organizers said the event will bring public safety officials and leaders from across Mississippi together May 19-22 for networking, idea-sharing and training. Registration is free.
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S Squared Studio to mark opening with ribbon cutting in Ripley
S Squared Studio will hold an official ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday, April 24, at 10 a.m. at 114 South Main Street in downtown Ripley, the studio said.
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Mississippi agency posts guide on assistance after DR-4899 approval
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said it posted a guide clarifying what types of assistance are covered following the recent approval of Individual Assistance under DR-4899.
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Online post seeks storm reports from red polygon areas
A post asked residents who saw hail or damage in red polygon areas last night to report it, saying the information will help improve warning processes.
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CoCoRaHS urges Mid-South residents to sign up as rain observers
CoCoRaHS is asking people to register at CoCoRaHS.org to collect precipitation data in the Mid-South, the organization said. The appeal appeared on social media with the hashtag #raingaugerally2026.
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NEMCC to start adult education class April 20; says diplomas still possible for May graduation
NEMCC announced a new Adult Education class beginning Monday, April 20, at 8 a.m., and said prospective students can still earn a high school equivalency diploma in time for May graduation.
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Cadet Class 70 Completes Ninth Week of Training
Cadet Class 70 finished its ninth week of training, training officials said, focusing on boxing, DUI investigations and safe handling of roadside altercations.
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Northeast Mississippi Community College brings VR Anne Frank lesson to Marietta Elementary
Northeast Mississippi Community College said its Tech Connect team led an immersive virtual reality lesson that let eighth-grade English students explore Anne Frank’s annex.
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How new parents can ease return to work after a baby
Returning to work after having a baby can be overwhelming as parents juggle new emotions and job duties, parenting resources say. Simple steps such as trimming commitments and asking for help can make the transition smoother.
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House delays Trump surveillance powers extension after conservative opposition
The House approved a two-week extension of surveillance authority amid conservative resistance to a longer deal. Lawmakers face a showdown at the end of April to reach a permanent solution.
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House approves 10-day extension of spy powers after GOP rebels reject five-year deal
The House passed a 10-day extension of the nation’s spy powers early Friday after Republican holdouts rejected a last-minute proposal to extend the program for five years, lawmakers said.
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