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MDE Extends Wright's contract a superintendent for three years

Jermall Wright will continue to guide Yazoo City’s public schools for at least another three years.

Sheriff says Yazoo City is in a state of emergency with low police numbers

Taking on the role as interim police chief, Yazoo County Sheriff Jacob Sheriff asks the public for prayers and cooperation as he continues to tackle the high crime rate within the community.

Keyondra Taylor accepted into two academic honor societies

Keyondra Taylor, a senior at Jackson State University, was recently accepted into two honor societies.

Miss Edwards to wed Garcia

Pastor Luke and Mrs. Natalie Edwards, of Yazoo City, announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Kameron Rose Edwards, to Angel Garcia, son of Lupe and Maria Garcia.

Benton Academy hosting playoff games tonight

Benton Academy's JB Middleton, JT McDaniel and Ben Boggan are pictured talking strategy in recent action. The Raiders host Union Christian tonight at 5 p.m. for playoff games.

From the Kitchen: I must confess that I don't do yard work
By Lee Ann Flemming, Reads
I have a confession to make – I don’t do yard work.
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New Summit School operators allegedly fleeced the Mississippi Department of Education out of more than $2 million from 2017 to 2020 using a program that serves hospitalized children. They had been charging the program for over a decade.
By Anna Wolfe - Mississippi Today, Reads
New Summit School operators allegedly fleeced the Mississippi Department of Education out of more than $2 million from 2017 to 2020 using a program that serves hospitalized children. They had been charging the program for over a decade.
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Pauline Reid Phillips Bridgforth
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On Thu, 04/08/2021 - 02:05 PM
Pauline Reid Phillips Bridgforth passed away peacefully at home on the morning of Wednesday, April 7, 2021 surrounded by her children.
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How public education fared during the 2021 legislative session
By Kate Royals and Bobby Harrison - Mississippi Today, Reads
Before Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann finished his post-legislative session press conference on April 1, education advocates and politicos rapidly fired off texts to one another and to reporters, opining about an assertion he made.
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MDE: Legislature Passes Teacher Pay Raise, Increases Funds for State Board of Education Priorities
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On Thu, 04/08/2021 - 12:04 PM
Below is a press release from the Mississippi Department of Education:
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Municipal elections see low voter turnout statewide
By Press Release - Mississippi Secretary of State, Reads
Below is a press release from the Mississippi Secretary of State:

The Mississippi Secretary of State’s Office received reports of low voter turnout for municipal primary elections held on Tuesday, April 6, 2021.
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Satartia Easter Service
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On Thu, 04/08/2021 - 11:37 AM
Nick Crews, Todd Hart and Paige Adcock are pictured performing at the Community Easter Service held Sunday at the gin in Satartia.

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The state Supreme Court will hear arguments on April 14 to determine the fate of Initiative 65.

Arguments to be heard April 14 at the state Supreme Court in lawsuit seeking to overturn Initiative 65
By Steve Wilson, Reads
The fate of Mississippi’s medical marijuana program will be a step closer to resolution after the state Supreme Court hears oral arguments on April 14.
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Mississippi Covid-19 Update : April 08, 2021
By Press Release - MSDH, Reads
Listed below is the daily COVID-19 update for the state of Mississippi.

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Lawmakers approved seven bills that allow counties to make contributions to non-profits with taxpayers funds.

Lawmakers pass bills that allow counties to donate taxpayer funds to non-profit organizations
By Steve Wilson, Reads
Each year, the Mississippi Legislature passes several local bills that include tourism taxes and authorizations of counties or cities to contribute taxpayer funds to non-profit organizations.
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