Tippah News

Mississippi singer cracks ‘American Idol’ top 14 as surprise twist caps Monday’s episode

Daniel Stallworth from Moss Point secured a spot in the ‘American Idol’ top 14 during Monday’s episode, marking the fourth Mississippian to reach this stage in the past four seasons.

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Mississippi Legislature kills bill to test inmates for dyslexia

March 31, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

A bill to mandate dyslexia testing for Mississippi inmates failed to advance in the state legislature, marking the second consecutive year it has died on the legislative calendar.

Mississippi lawmakers adopt increased K-12 public education budget even as student totals decline

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Mississippi increases K-12 education budget amid declining student enrollment

March 31, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Legislature approves pay raises for teachers, assistants, and school officials, increasing the education budget despite a shrinking student population.

Mississippi News

Mississippi legislature approves Jackson Water Authority bill, sends to governor

March 31, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

The Mississippi legislature passed a bill establishing a water authority for Jackson with limited Democratic support. The measure now awaits Gov. Tate Reeves’ decision.

Mississippi News

Mississippi Senate Rules Committee blocks effort to revert district boundaries amid voting rights concerns

March 31, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

A last-minute measure to restore two majority-Black Senate districts to majority-white districts was rejected by Mississippi lawmakers. The move was in response to potential changes in federal voting rights protections.

Mississippi News

Mississippi lawmakers approve $3.4 billion K-12 plan, extend session ‘on paper’ to April 15

March 31, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Legislative leaders say they have largely settled a $3.4 billion K-12 education spending plan while filing a procedural extension to buy more time to finish budget and policy work.

Mississippi News

Mississippi lawmakers may call special session to revive pharmacy benefit manager reform

March 31, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

House Speaker Jason White said legislators are close to an agreement on PBM reform and may ask Gov. Tate Reeves to call a one-day special session later this week.

Join us on April 7 from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM in Holliday Hall, where students can find professional atti

Education

Free professional attire offered to students April 7 at Holliday Hall

March 30, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Organizers said students can pick up free professional clothing for graduation, job interviews and uniforms on April 7 from 9 a.m. to noon at Holliday Hall.

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Pop-Up at the Square Spring Social set for April 11 in Ripley

March 30, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Organizers said the Pop-Up at the Square: Spring Social will be held Saturday, April 11, from 12 to 5 p.m. at Ripley Town Square. The event will feature local vendors, small businesses and youth entrepreneurs; organizers said vendor information is listed on the event flyer.

Temperatures will continue to climb through midweek, with high temperatures reaching the mid 80s by

Local News

Temperatures to Reach Mid-80s by Wednesday; Rain Chances Rise Later in Week

March 30, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Forecasters say temperatures will climb through midweek, reaching the mid-80s by Wednesday, and precipitation chances will increase Wednesday with the best odds Thursday through Sunday.

Tippah News

Northeast says Student Success team provides advising, coaching and counseling

Jabil to Invest $119 Million in New Manufacturing Facility in Mississippi

Fans Urged to Find Designated Drivers as U.S. Faces Belgium in World Cup Round of 16

Drive Smart MS urges drivers to wait to eat on National Fried Chicken Day

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Mississippi State Faces Tough Choices to Cut Linebacker Roster to Three

Belgium defeats U.S. 4-1 to reach World Cup quarterfinals

Former Jackson mayor, councilman plead guilty in federal bribery case

LOCAL NEWS

Walnut Man Charged in Prentiss County Bad Check Investigation

New Tippah County Fair website TippahCountyFair.com launches ahead of 81st annual event

Tippah County Fair announces schedule for 2026 edition

Tippah County resident, former Corinth teacher accused of making AI videos of students sentenced

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When the Shopping Ends, the Real Work Begins

Bench Bright Spots, Bench Worries: What the USMNT’s Group Stage Really Left Behind

Summer of Interruptions: What a Suspended U.S. Open Tells Us About Sport Right Now

Stars, Shadows and Schemes: What Son’s Cold Spell and Pochettino’s Arrival Tell Us About the 2026 World Cup

Climate change damages roads, could make repairs costly

Poll: 75 percent of Maine voters want Platner to drop out if another scandal emerges

Michael Cohen says he reconciled with Trump

Belgium beats U.S. 4-1, eliminates U.S. from World Cup in Seattle

Mississippi singer Daniel Stallworth advances to ‘American Idol’ top 14 after surprise twist

Mississippi Legislature kills bill to test inmates for dyslexia

Mississippi increases K-12 education budget amid declining student enrollment

Mississippi legislature approves Jackson Water Authority bill, sends to governor

Mississippi Senate Rules Committee blocks effort to revert district boundaries amid voting rights concerns

Mississippi lawmakers approve $3.4 billion K-12 plan, extend session ‘on paper’ to April 15

Mississippi lawmakers may call special session to revive pharmacy benefit manager reform

Free professional attire offered to students April 7 at Holliday Hall

Pop-Up at the Square Spring Social set for April 11 in Ripley

Temperatures to Reach Mid-80s by Wednesday; Rain Chances Rise Later in Week