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Mississippi State’s Week 1 starting 22 is available for public review. Analysts Brian Hadad and Carlo Barone say the roster offers little surprise and gives Bulldogs fans reason for optimism.
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A multiagency sweep called Operation Stronghold inspected 2,150 payment terminals across 421 stores in Mississippi and removed three card skimmers, officials said.
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The expansion of Leland Medical Clinic includes new healthcare services and aims to improve access in rural Mississippi communities, supported by a federal grant.
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August receipts exceeded the state’s estimate by $51,141,604, pushing fiscal year-to-date collections $71.7 million over projections, the Joint Legislative Budget Committee reported.
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With the CDC’s vaccine advisory committee inactive, Mississippi pediatricians and major medical groups recommend flu, COVID, and RSV vaccines for children and adults this fall.
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Renowned jazz vocalist Cassandra Wilson, known for her soulful voice and genre-blending style, died Tuesday at age 70. She was celebrated for her contributions to jazz and her Mississippi roots.
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As funding shortages persist, millions of eligible families struggle to access government childcare assistance, leaving many on long waitlists or unable to apply.
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Luther Russell, former Laurel Public Works Director, has pleaded guilty to embezzlement, admitting to using city equipment for personal projects. He was sentenced to house arrest and probation.
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The Mississippi Department of Public Safety said on social media that Elvis the Pony, Beth Loftin, Officer Thurman Jones and Pamela McAfee are its September employees of the month.
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The IMPACT Scholarship Program recognizes student achievement and highlights the teachers and professors who helped them succeed, the program said.
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Northeast Mississippi Community College said its Student Government Association handed out Powerades donated by the Corinth Coca‑Cola Bottling Group to band students to help them keep going.
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Demaro R. Hubbard, 28, was arrested Aug. 30 and charged with two counts of conspiracy to commit burglary of a vehicle, police said. A judge ordered a $10,000 bond and the charges will be presented to a Lee County grand jury.
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Kirk Chism, NEMCC paramedic director, spoke with students about his journey in emergency medical services and introduced the college’s new paramedic program, the college said.
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Blue Mountain Christian University will hold a Gratitude Day event on Sept. 9 on the central campus lawn, offering free food, thank-you cards and prize drawings, the university said.
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MS LIFT said it held an open house and ribbon cutting at its Resource and Referral Center in Amory, Mississippi, and invited visitors to stop by at 215 N. Main St. The organization said the center offers lending libraries, child-care resources and training supports.
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A heat advisory covers most of the state through the rest of the week, with highs in the mid- to upper-90s and heat indices up to 110, the advisory said. Residents were urged to limit outdoor activity, stay hydrated and never leave vulnerable people or pets in vehicles.
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An announcement said football season is back but cooler temperatures have not yet arrived, and fans attending weekend games should stay hydrated and seek shade.
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Blue Mountain Christian University’s School of Education said in a social media post that it is expanding opportunities for future and current teachers, from undergraduate preparation to advanced degrees and endorsements.
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The National Weather Service in Memphis says oppressive heat and humidity will persist through the Labor Day weekend, with afternoon heat indices reaching 105 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Sen. Ed Markey secured a decisive victory in Massachusetts’ Democratic primary, with supporters like Twitch streamer Hasan Piker celebrating his progressive stance and longevity in politics.
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