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Hyde-Smith: Additional $63.6 Million for Army Corps Work in Miss., Including $9.2 Million for Yazoo Backwater Area Pumps

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss) today reported that the U.S.

Freedom today is under attack

I’m Douglas Carswell, and this week I join the Mississippi Center for Public Policy as the new President & CEO.

Two legislators test positive for COVID-19, lawmakers begin receiving vaccines

A Mississippi state senator and a state representative have tested positive for COVID-19, Mississippi Today confirmed on Tuesday, prompting concerns that another Capitol virus outbreak could occur.

Teacher pay raise bill moves forward in Mississippi Senate

The Mississippi Senate is moving forward on a promised piece of legislation from Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann – the teacher pay raise bill.

Sarah Thomas, a Pascagoula native, to be first female to officiate in a Super Bowl

Down judge Sarah Thomas will become the first woman ever to officiate in a Super Bowl.

  • EPA Administrator talks Yazoo pumps, agriculture pest control in Mississippi visit

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    On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 04:25 PM

    On Monday, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Andrew Wheeler wrapped up his visit to Mississippi announcing a multi-million-dollar grant initiative dedicated to sustainable pest control in agriculture.

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  • Conservation Groups to EPA: Assault on Law, Science, and Public Voice Will Not Be Tolerated

    By Earthjustice Press Release, READ MORE > 405 Reads
    On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 04:15 PM

    Today, a coalition of conservation organizations filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s last-minute revocation of a Clean Water Act veto that has protected some the richest wetland and aquatic resources in the Nation since 2008.

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  • Frances McBride

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    On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 04:14 PM

    Frances Louise Sponberger McBride, lovingly known as“Boots” to her friends and family, went to be with her Savior peacefully in her home on January 12th at the age of 94surrounded by family.

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  • Lela Karen Bridges Tyer

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    On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 04:11 PM

    Lela Karen Bridges Tyer transitioned to Jesus on January 10, 2021 at St. Dominic’s Hospital due to complications of a massive stroke.

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  • MDE: Superintendent’s Annual Report Shows That Students, Educators & Schools Persisted through Pandemic

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    On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 04:10 PM

    The newly released Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) 2019-20 Superintendent’s Annual Report tells the story how students, educators and schools persisted in their pursuit of higher academic achievement while dealing with the challenge of the COVID-

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  • The Mississippi state Capitol

    Most Mississippi nursing homes will receive COVID-19 vaccines by Friday

    By Steve Wilson, READ MORE > 514 Reads
    On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 03:25 PM

    Monday, the Senate Public Health Committee held a hearing to investigate the status of distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine to the state’s nursing homes.

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  • In women’s hoops, we suddenly have a real Mississippi rivalry

    By Rick Cleveland - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 2,707 Reads
    On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 11:20 AM

    Don’t look now, but we suddenly have a competitive Ole Miss-Mississippi State women’s basketball rivalry. At last.

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  • Marshall Ramsey: A New Day

    By Marshall Ramsey - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 280 Reads
    On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 11:05 AM

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  • Auditor’s Office Arrests Former Pearl River County Crimestoppers Board Member

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    On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 10:10 AM

    Today State Auditor Shad White announced Special Agents from his office have arrested Michelle McBride, a former board member and officer of the Pearl River County Crimestoppers (PRCCS), after she was indicted for embezzlement. An $82,416.37 demand letter was issued to McBride when she was arrested.

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  • From the Kitchen: Book brings back memories of my own father-in-law

    By Lee Ann Flemming, READ MORE > 715 Reads
    On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 10:01 AM

    One of my favorite Christmas gifts I received was the new book written by Ree Drummond, The Pioneer Woman.  She has a cooking show on the Food Network, h

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Douglas Carswell, new president of the Mississippi Center for Public Policy

Freedom today is under attack

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On Tue, 01/19/2021 - 05:50 PM

I’m Douglas Carswell, and this week I join the Mississippi Center for Public Policy as the new President & CEO.

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News

City to maintain COVID restrictions until vaccines distributed

Until a certain percentage of citizens receive the COVID vaccination, Mayor Diane Delaware urged… READ MORE

Thomas questions utility costs
Shots fired into 18-wheeler on I-55 Friday
Chance of snowfall increases
Time to file for Homestead Exemption
Thomas said city board needs to use its strength in the new year

Sports

Sports Column: Drew Brees leaves an unforgettable Saints legacy. The story started in Jackson.

You’ve probably heard this said many different ways by many different football players, coaches and… READ MORE

Lanie Potter scores 21 points to lead Lady Mavericks to victory
Dendy and Poe power Mavericks past Raiders
Slideshow: Benton Academy boys vs. Greenville Christian
Slideshow: Benton Academy Girls vs. Greenville Christian
Indians return from layoff with a 20-point victory

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Hyde-Smith: Additional $63.6 Million for Army Corps Work in Miss., Including $9.2 Million for Yazoo Backwater Area Pumps

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss) today reported that the U.S.

Freedom today is under attack
Two legislators test positive for COVID-19, lawmakers begin receiving vaccines
Teacher pay raise bill moves forward in Mississippi Senate
Sarah Thomas, a Pascagoula native, to be first female to officiate in a Super Bowl
Transportation Commission awards multimodal grants throughout the state

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Carl McDaniel

Carl M. McDaniel, ,91, of Benton passed away Thursday January 14, 2021 at his residence. Carl was a… READ MORE

Despite large decrease in enrollment, Education Department seeks only slight decrease in K-12 funds from lawmakers
Health department clarifies vaccine supply, new appointments available Jan. 25
Girl Scout Cookie Season Kicks Off Nationally, Bringing Joy During Challenging Times
Governor Tate Reeves Extends Executive Order
Mississippi health officer: January will likely be state’s worst month for COVID-19 deaths

Indianola Doctor Who Suffered Effects of COVID Among the First to Get Vaccine at Clinic

When Dr. Eddie Donahoe heard that a COVID-19 vaccine was on the way and had the potential to be… READ MORE

Bids being accepted for former BankPlus building in Holly Bluff
‘We will be prepared’: Mississippi officials discuss Capitol security ahead of possible armed protests
Governor Tate Reeves Announces Additional 20,000 New Vaccine Appointments
PEER Releases Report on Mississippi’s Education Scholarship Account Program
Billy Ray "Beta" Granderson Sr.

Governor Reeves explains "Safer at Home" policy

On his Facebook post, Gov. Tate Reeves explained that Mississippians are now "encouraged" but not "… READ MORE

John G. Kendrick III
Shooting death ruled accidental
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COVID vaccines are coming soon

Riding After a Dream

It all began when she was a little girl riding a stick horse. Her love of horses has provided a… READ MORE

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Mississippians control their own destiny

A degree of turmoil following November’s contentious elections was expected. The extent of the… READ MORE

Opinion: Shouting fire in a crowded theater
Opinion: Are we near the end of our nation as we know it?
Editorial: We need more men like William Barbour
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