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Mississippi Today: Here’s what experts say about expanding Medicaid in Mississippi
Expansion would mean someone making $18,754 a year (138% of the poverty level) would be eligible for health care coverage through the federal-state program. The federal government would pay 90% of the costs for those covered, with the state paying 10%. When Medicaid expansion began Jan. 1, 2014, the federal government paid 100% of the costs, stepped down to 90% over years. Mississippi missed out on the larger matching rates from the federal government. But under the recent American Rescue Plan, the 12 states that have not expanded Medicaid have been offered a financial incentive to do so. That equates to more than $700 million for Mississippi, and more recent studies have factored in those incentives. 11.11.22 Mississippi House Races (winner in color):
House District 1: Trent Kelly vs D. Black House District 2: Benny Thompson vs B Flowers House District 3: Mike Guest vs S Young House District 4: Mike Ezell vs Johnny Dupree Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal: Records show selection of Davis, George statues in Washington steeped in white supremacy
When former Mississippi Gov. James K. Vardaman thought about endorsing the notion of honoring Jefferson Davis and James Z. George with statues in the U.S. Capitol, his intent was clear. The unabashed white supremacist who often catered to the racist instincts of rural white voters believed that honoring the two men would be a deserved tribute to the Confederate States of America. Vardaman, who served as Mississippi’s governor from 1904 to 1908, wrote in the newspaper he edited, The Issue, that Mississippi owed it to “the men who wore the grey,” an obvious reference to Confederate soldiers during the U.S. Civil War, to erect a statue of Davis and George in what was then called the “Hall of Fame” at the Capitol. 10.15.22 Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal: Gov. Tate Reeves calls special session for $2.5B project in Golden Triangle Gov. Tate Reeves has called a special legislative session to consider a $2.5 billion investment for an economic development project in the Golden Triangle. Reeves announced Monday that the project, which he did not name, will include 1,000 jobs and an average salary of $93,000.
10.31.22 CAIR: CAIR Welcomes Sentencing of Mississippi Man Who Threatened to Wage a Race War
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today welcomed the sentencing of a Mississippi man for threatening to carry out a race war. Authorities said Aubrey Suzuki, 21, messaged members of a white nationalist organization, made threats to wage a race war and made several statements about Nazi and white supremacist ideology. He was arrested after agents learned that he was in the process of purchasing an AR-15 rifle from an online dealer. He was sentenced to 2½ years in prison. U.S. Attorney Clay Joyner said, “The defendant in this case made credible threats to shoot members of various minority groups, and then purchased a semi-automatic rifle. While all Americans enjoy a constitutional right to free speech, that right does not include a right to threaten or terrorize other individuals.” 10.21.22 Clarion Ledger: How hard is it for a challenger to win a US House race in Mississippi's midterm elections?
U.S. House races in Mississippi are not usually close contests, at least not in recent years, but two candidates for districts in the Jackson-area believe they can change that. The last incumbent to lose a general election to a challenger from another party was Democrat Gene Taylor in 2010, when he lost to then state Rep. Steven Palazzo. 10.24.22 Clarion Ledger: Director: Mississippi does not track welfare program results 10.19.22
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Clarion Ledger: Ex-Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant faces new subpoena in welfare case
An attorney is trying to force former Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant to release text messages or other communications about the state improperly using welfare money to help fund development of a concussion drug backed by retired NFL quarterback Brett Favre. 10.11.22
An attorney is trying to force former Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant to release text messages or other communications about the state improperly using welfare money to help fund development of a concussion drug backed by retired NFL quarterback Brett Favre. 10.11.22
Clarion Ledger: Funds to aid Jackson's water system held up as Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves rose
Years before people in Jackson were recently left without running water for several days, Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves claimed to have helped block money to fund water system repairs in the capital city.
Reeves, a Republican, blames Jackson's water crisis on mismanagement at the city level. The city's latest water troubles are far from its first, and they have stemmed from decaying infrastructure beyond one water treatment plant. The EPA said 300 boil-water notices have been issued over the past two years in the city.
9.27.22
Years before people in Jackson were recently left without running water for several days, Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves claimed to have helped block money to fund water system repairs in the capital city.
Reeves, a Republican, blames Jackson's water crisis on mismanagement at the city level. The city's latest water troubles are far from its first, and they have stemmed from decaying infrastructure beyond one water treatment plant. The EPA said 300 boil-water notices have been issued over the past two years in the city.
9.27.22
WAPT: Jackson garbage fight seems to keep getting messier
The Jackson City Council said it is moving on to get a new garbage contract with another company, while it agrees to pay millions of dollars to the mayor's choice for the job — Richard's Disposal. 10.12.22
The Jackson City Council said it is moving on to get a new garbage contract with another company, while it agrees to pay millions of dollars to the mayor's choice for the job — Richard's Disposal. 10.12.22
Yahoo Sports: Brett Favre on $77M Mississippi welfare scandal: 'I have been unjustly smeared in the media'
Former NFL quarterback Brett Favre, currently embroiled in a $77 million Mississippi state welfare fund scandal, released his first statement on the scandal itself on Tuesday claiming that he is innocent of any crimes."I have been unjustly smeared in the media," Favre said in a statement provided exclusively to Fox News Digital. "I have done nothing wrong, and it is past time to set the record straight...Favre's statement is in direct opposition to texts that were released by Mississippi Today last month. The texts are reportedly between Favre and then-Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant, in which Bryant tells Favre how to write a funding proposal that would be accepted by the Mississippi Department of Human Services.. 10.11.22
Former NFL quarterback Brett Favre, currently embroiled in a $77 million Mississippi state welfare fund scandal, released his first statement on the scandal itself on Tuesday claiming that he is innocent of any crimes."I have been unjustly smeared in the media," Favre said in a statement provided exclusively to Fox News Digital. "I have done nothing wrong, and it is past time to set the record straight...Favre's statement is in direct opposition to texts that were released by Mississippi Today last month. The texts are reportedly between Favre and then-Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant, in which Bryant tells Favre how to write a funding proposal that would be accepted by the Mississippi Department of Human Services.. 10.11.22
WLBT: Lawyers: Fired daycare workers could be charged after scaring children
Video of daycare employees using a Halloween mask to scare little children has gone viral.
They’ve been fired, the owner said. Many people on social media have called for the individuals to be arrested. Currently, no one faces charges.
10.10.22
Video of daycare employees using a Halloween mask to scare little children has gone viral.
They’ve been fired, the owner said. Many people on social media have called for the individuals to be arrested. Currently, no one faces charges.
10.10.22
ESPN: Mississippi football legend Marcus Dupree denies allegations of wrongdoing in welfare fraud case 9.30.22
NOLA: Saltwater in the Mississippi River is threatening drinking water. Here's what Corps plan to do. 9.28.22
NBC News: Brett Favre told Mississippi governor he would not ‘take No for answer’ over volleyball stadium, court filing shows 9.28.22
MPB: Funds to aid Jackson's water system held up as governor rose
Years before people in Jackson were recently left without running water for several days, Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves claimed to have helped block money to fund water system repairs in the capital city.
Reeves, a Republican, blames Jackson's water crisis on mismanagement at the city level. The city’s latest water troubles are far from its first, and they have stemmed from decaying infrastructure beyond one water treatment plant. The EPA said 300 boil water notices have been issued over the past two years in the city.
9.28.22
Years before people in Jackson were recently left without running water for several days, Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves claimed to have helped block money to fund water system repairs in the capital city.
Reeves, a Republican, blames Jackson's water crisis on mismanagement at the city level. The city’s latest water troubles are far from its first, and they have stemmed from decaying infrastructure beyond one water treatment plant. The EPA said 300 boil water notices have been issued over the past two years in the city.
9.28.22
Washington Post: The Mississippi water crisis is the tip of the global disaster to come 9.27.22
PBS: Mississippi governor, who opposed water system repairs, blames Jackson for crisis
Years before people in Jackson were recently left without running water for several days, Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves claimed to have helped block money to fund water system repairs in the capital city.
Reeves, a Republican, blames Jackson’s water crisis on mismanagement at the city level. The city’s latest water troubles are far from its first, and they have stemmed from decaying infrastructure beyond one water treatment plant. The EPA said 300 boil water notices have been issued over the past two years in the city.
9.27.22
Years before people in Jackson were recently left without running water for several days, Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves claimed to have helped block money to fund water system repairs in the capital city.
Reeves, a Republican, blames Jackson’s water crisis on mismanagement at the city level. The city’s latest water troubles are far from its first, and they have stemmed from decaying infrastructure beyond one water treatment plant. The EPA said 300 boil water notices have been issued over the past two years in the city.
9.27.22
1A: Local Spotlight: The Mississippi welfare scandal
Mississippi’s welfare troubles didn’t start with Favre, though.
In 2020, an audit of the $94 million spent by the state’s Department of Human Services resulted in the largest embezzlement scheme in state history. As Jackson, Mississippi, reels from its ongoing water crisis, what needs to change when it comes to the transparency in the use of state funds?
9.27.22
Mississippi’s welfare troubles didn’t start with Favre, though.
In 2020, an audit of the $94 million spent by the state’s Department of Human Services resulted in the largest embezzlement scheme in state history. As Jackson, Mississippi, reels from its ongoing water crisis, what needs to change when it comes to the transparency in the use of state funds?
9.27.22
Yahoo Sports: Brett Favre's involvement in Mississippi welfare scandal is getting plenty of attention. But what about companies that still back him? 9.26.22
Supertalk FM: Mississippi man charged with hate crime for cross burning in Gulfport
The Justice Department has announced that Axel C. Cox has been charged with hate crime and arson violations for burning a cross in his front yard in an attempt to intimidate his Black neighbors in Gulfport.
According to court documents, Cox is charged with one count of criminal interference with the right to fair housing and one count of using fire to commit a federal felony. It is alleged that on December 3, 2020, Cox threatened, intimidated, and interfered with a Black family’s enjoyment of their housing rights by means of cross-burning, an action conceived by the Ku Klux Klan.
9.26.22
The Justice Department has announced that Axel C. Cox has been charged with hate crime and arson violations for burning a cross in his front yard in an attempt to intimidate his Black neighbors in Gulfport.
According to court documents, Cox is charged with one count of criminal interference with the right to fair housing and one count of using fire to commit a federal felony. It is alleged that on December 3, 2020, Cox threatened, intimidated, and interfered with a Black family’s enjoyment of their housing rights by means of cross-burning, an action conceived by the Ku Klux Klan.
9.26.22
WLOX: Retired wrestler says GOP Gov. Phil Bryant cut welfare funding to nonprofit because of Democratic support 9.26.22
WXXV: Texts: Favre also sought welfare money for football facility 9.26.22
Mississippi Today: Another lawsuit filed over Jackson water crisis
The lawsuit, filed Friday, includes as defendants the City of Jackson, its current and former mayors, the former city public works directors, and companies that have contracted with the city “for their involvement in the ruination of the public water system in Jackson,” attorneys said in a statement. The lawsuit is filed on behalf of four residents to represent all customers. It comes after a nearly two-month long boil-water notice lifted only last week, and a complete failure of the system that resulted in loss of water pressure for most of the 200,000 residents it serves for several days in late August and early September. This prompted an emergency state takeover of the system, and a governor’s state of emergency is still in effect.9.22.22
The lawsuit, filed Friday, includes as defendants the City of Jackson, its current and former mayors, the former city public works directors, and companies that have contracted with the city “for their involvement in the ruination of the public water system in Jackson,” attorneys said in a statement. The lawsuit is filed on behalf of four residents to represent all customers. It comes after a nearly two-month long boil-water notice lifted only last week, and a complete failure of the system that resulted in loss of water pressure for most of the 200,000 residents it serves for several days in late August and early September. This prompted an emergency state takeover of the system, and a governor’s state of emergency is still in effect.9.22.22
New York Times: Mississippi Welfare Scandal Spreads Well Beyond Brett Favre 9.22.22
NPR: An ex-director of Mississippi's welfare agency pleads guilty over misspent money
John Davis, former director of the Mississippi Department of Human Services, enters the Thad Cochran United States Courthouse in Jackson, Miss., on Thursday, where he is pleaded guilty to new federal charges in a conspiracy to misspend tens of millions of dollars that were intended to help needy families.9.22.22
John Davis, former director of the Mississippi Department of Human Services, enters the Thad Cochran United States Courthouse in Jackson, Miss., on Thursday, where he is pleaded guilty to new federal charges in a conspiracy to misspend tens of millions of dollars that were intended to help needy families.9.22.22
WLOX : Why one Mississippi mayor vetoed installation of traffic cams found in Ocean Springs 9.20.22
Y'all Poltics: MS04: Libertarian Johnson talks platform ahead of November Midterms 9.20.22
Slate: How Brett Favre and the State of Mississippi Trapped a Volleyball Stadium in the Culture of Poverty 9.16.22
Daily Beast: Mississippi Guv Insults Water-Starved City of Jackson
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves took a swing Friday at the capital city of Jackson—where he lives and which went weeks without clean water. Addressing a crowd in Hattiesburg, the Republican said it was “as always, a great day to not be in Jackson.” The snide remark came as Reeves and city officials point fingers over who is to blame for the water crisis that left that predominately Black community hunting for clean water to drink, cook with, and bathe in for seven weeks. A boil-water notice was lifted on Thursday.9.16.22
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves took a swing Friday at the capital city of Jackson—where he lives and which went weeks without clean water. Addressing a crowd in Hattiesburg, the Republican said it was “as always, a great day to not be in Jackson.” The snide remark came as Reeves and city officials point fingers over who is to blame for the water crisis that left that predominately Black community hunting for clean water to drink, cook with, and bathe in for seven weeks. A boil-water notice was lifted on Thursday.9.16.22
BuzzFeed: Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves Mocked Jackson At An Event After More Than 150,000 Of The City's Residents Had No Clean Water
“I’ve got to tell you it is a great day to be in Hattiesburg. It's also, as always, a great day to not be in Jackson,” Reeves said, as he spoke at a groundbreaking event in the southern Mississippi city on Friday. “I feel like I should take off my emergency management director hat and leave it in the car and take off my public works director hat and leave it in the car.”
9.18.22
“I’ve got to tell you it is a great day to be in Hattiesburg. It's also, as always, a great day to not be in Jackson,” Reeves said, as he spoke at a groundbreaking event in the southern Mississippi city on Friday. “I feel like I should take off my emergency management director hat and leave it in the car and take off my public works director hat and leave it in the car.”
9.18.22
Clarion Ledger: Climate change impact on Mississippi: What Mississippians can expect 9.17.22
WTOK: Reeves claims Miss. gave Jackson $200M for infrastructure. Where did that money come from?
“What I can tell you is the state has spent about $200 million in the city over the last five or six years,” he said. “As we get the short-run problems fixed, I think you’ll see a greater willingness to invest even more resources beyond the approximately $200 million.” -Gov Tate Reeves 9.12.22
“What I can tell you is the state has spent about $200 million in the city over the last five or six years,” he said. “As we get the short-run problems fixed, I think you’ll see a greater willingness to invest even more resources beyond the approximately $200 million.” -Gov Tate Reeves 9.12.22
Mississippi Today: Former Gov. Phil Bryant helped Brett Favre secure welfare funding for USM volleyball stadium, texts reveal 9.13.22
Sept 1, 2022: Baptist News Global: If you think the Jackson water crisis is just about Mississippi, you’re all dried up
Mississippi has a state budget surplus of more than $2 billion but no clean running water in its capital city. Yet Reeves, Hosemann and Gunn have not publicly called for a special session of the state legislature to appropriate funds to fix the Jackson water treatment infrastructure.
Mississippi has a state budget surplus of more than $2 billion but no clean running water in its capital city. Yet Reeves, Hosemann and Gunn have not publicly called for a special session of the state legislature to appropriate funds to fix the Jackson water treatment infrastructure.
Aug 20, 2022: Daily Journal: US Attorney targets widespread CARES act fraud in north Mississippi
“Nationwide, it is estimated that 10% is fraudulent,” said U.S. Attorney Clay Joyner. “What we are finding locally is that is a gross underestimate. In this district (Northern Mississippi), we estimate the number is well north of 50%.”
“Nationwide, it is estimated that 10% is fraudulent,” said U.S. Attorney Clay Joyner. “What we are finding locally is that is a gross underestimate. In this district (Northern Mississippi), we estimate the number is well north of 50%.”
Aug 4, 2022: Kansas City Star: Mississippi governor halts rental assistance funds
The Rental Assistance for Mississippians Program will not accept any applications past Aug. 15, and the state will return as much as $130 million for the program back to the federal government. The total amount that will be returned to the Treasury Department will decrease with each new application that is approved or recertified, according to the governor’s office. “It’s time our state returns to pre-pandemic policies,” Reeves said at a press conference. “We will continue to say ‘no’ to these types of projects and handouts that encourage people to stay out of the workforce.”
The Rental Assistance for Mississippians Program will not accept any applications past Aug. 15, and the state will return as much as $130 million for the program back to the federal government. The total amount that will be returned to the Treasury Department will decrease with each new application that is approved or recertified, according to the governor’s office. “It’s time our state returns to pre-pandemic policies,” Reeves said at a press conference. “We will continue to say ‘no’ to these types of projects and handouts that encourage people to stay out of the workforce.”
Aug 1, 2022: Liberation: Steal from the poor, give to the rich: welfare fraud in Mississippi
The law suit that overturned Roe v. Wade was initiated in Mississippi by Thomas E. Dobbs, a state official. Anti-abortion Mississippi politicians hypocritically claim to care about children and families, yet Mississippi has the largest percentage of children living in poverty, the highest infant mortality rate, is the poorest state and has been called the worst place to raise a family.
The law suit that overturned Roe v. Wade was initiated in Mississippi by Thomas E. Dobbs, a state official. Anti-abortion Mississippi politicians hypocritically claim to care about children and families, yet Mississippi has the largest percentage of children living in poverty, the highest infant mortality rate, is the poorest state and has been called the worst place to raise a family.
Aug 1, 2022: Star Herald: REEVES DIGS A DEEPER HOLE
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves needed to explain why he “called the dogs off” the University of Southern Mississippi Athletic Foundation for being one of the top beneficiaries in the state’s massive welfare scandal.
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves needed to explain why he “called the dogs off” the University of Southern Mississippi Athletic Foundation for being one of the top beneficiaries in the state’s massive welfare scandal.
July 23, 2022: CNN: Mississippi police chief fired after audio of slurs surfaces
The White police chief of a predominantly Black town in Mississippi was terminated this week after audio surfaced, allegedly of him using racist and homophobic slurs, telling one of his officers he wouldn't care if the officer "killed a m*therf**ker in cold blood," and that he himself had killed 13 people.
The White police chief of a predominantly Black town in Mississippi was terminated this week after audio surfaced, allegedly of him using racist and homophobic slurs, telling one of his officers he wouldn't care if the officer "killed a m*therf**ker in cold blood," and that he himself had killed 13 people.
July 22, 2022: Mississippi Today: State fires attorney probing former Gov. Phil Bryant in welfare scandal lawsuit
Brad Pigott, who was zoning in on high-profile welfare scandal players who have so far escaped legal scrutiny, says his firing was politically motivated. It is unclear whether the termination could weaken or end the state’s ongoing civil lawsuit.
Brad Pigott, who was zoning in on high-profile welfare scandal players who have so far escaped legal scrutiny, says his firing was politically motivated. It is unclear whether the termination could weaken or end the state’s ongoing civil lawsuit.
June 22, 2022: Neshoba Democrat: Local law enforcement shaken by Meridian police officer’s on-duty death
Meridian police officer Kennis Croom died from his wounds June 9 after responding to a domestic violence call. The suspect, Dante Bender, had already killed his pregnant girlfriend and attacked her children. He is charged with capital murder.
Meridian police officer Kennis Croom died from his wounds June 9 after responding to a domestic violence call. The suspect, Dante Bender, had already killed his pregnant girlfriend and attacked her children. He is charged with capital murder.
July 21, 2022: The Hill: Mississippi school board removes policy barring people with guns on school campuses
The Mississippi Board of Education voted Thursday to repeal a policy barring guns in state public schools in order to comply with the state’s enhanced-carry law.
The Board voted to repeal a 1990 policy prohibiting “the possession of pistols, firearms, or weapons in any form by any person other than duly authorized law enforcement officials on school premises or at school functions.”
The Mississippi Board of Education voted Thursday to repeal a policy barring guns in state public schools in order to comply with the state’s enhanced-carry law.
The Board voted to repeal a 1990 policy prohibiting “the possession of pistols, firearms, or weapons in any form by any person other than duly authorized law enforcement officials on school premises or at school functions.”
Mississippi governor Tate Reeves has spent the past few weeks touting the state's lowest unemployment rate in its history.
He also has been open about Mississippi's shrinking workforce, blaming the federal government for the problem.
Payroll employment in Mississippi this year increased to its highest rate since 1995.
That puts the job recovery in Mississippi ahead of the U.S., as payroll employment for the nation in March was an entire percentage point below the February 2020 level for the nation.
---Ross Reilly; Clarion ledger 4.7.22
He also has been open about Mississippi's shrinking workforce, blaming the federal government for the problem.
Payroll employment in Mississippi this year increased to its highest rate since 1995.
That puts the job recovery in Mississippi ahead of the U.S., as payroll employment for the nation in March was an entire percentage point below the February 2020 level for the nation.
---Ross Reilly; Clarion ledger 4.7.22
Legislators approved $20 million in federal pandemic relief funds to private K-12 schools and private colleges for infrastructure improvements this week, despite concerns from some that public dollars should stay with public schools.
The money comes from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), which gave the Mississippi Legislature $1.8 billion to spend on pandemic response, government services, and infrastructure improvements to water, sewer, and broadband. After several rounds of deliberation, the Legislature approved grants of $10 million each to private K-12 schools and private colleges and universities. --Julia James; Mississippi Today 4/7/22 |
College graduates continue to move away from Mississippi for job opportunities elsewhere, according to a new report from the State Auditor Office.
And the city of Jackson may hold the key to turning that trend around. A report released by the state this week found that half of all Mississippi college students who graduated between 2015-2017 left the state within 3 years of receiving their diplomas. --Andrew J Yawn; Clarion Ledger 4.7.22 |
Mar 15, 2022: Oxford Eagle: Lt. Gov. Hosemann: Suspend Mississippi gas tax 6 months
Mississippi Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann said Monday that he and other Senate leaders are pushing to suspend the state’s gasoline tax for six months to give drivers a break as gas prices continue climbing.
Mississippi Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann said Monday that he and other Senate leaders are pushing to suspend the state’s gasoline tax for six months to give drivers a break as gas prices continue climbing.
Mar 14, 2022: News Advocate: Clinton to speak at memorial of late Mississippi gov, wife
Democratic former President Bill Clinton, Republican former Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour and former Mississippi Supreme Court Justice Reuben Anderson are scheduled to speak May 3 at an event celebrating the lives of the late Gov. William Winter and his wife, Elise Winter.
Democratic former President Bill Clinton, Republican former Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour and former Mississippi Supreme Court Justice Reuben Anderson are scheduled to speak May 3 at an event celebrating the lives of the late Gov. William Winter and his wife, Elise Winter.
Mar 14, 2022: WJTV: 390 new coronavirus cases, 20 additional deaths in Mississippi
The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is reporting 390 new cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Mississippi, along with 20 additional deaths. The new cases were reported to MSDH between March 11-13, 2022.
The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is reporting 390 new cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Mississippi, along with 20 additional deaths. The new cases were reported to MSDH between March 11-13, 2022.
Mar 11, 2022: WTVA: Emmett Till relatives seek renewed probe of '55 lynching
Relatives of Emmett Till are asking authorities to reverse their decision to close an investigation of his 1955 lynching and instead prosecute a white woman at the center of the case. Family members told a news conference in Jackson, Mississippi, on Friday that authorities have known for decades that Carolyn Bryant Donham played a key role in Till’s slaying. Donham is now in her 80s, and Till relatives say action is needed immediately before time runs out. Donham accused Till of accosting her, and he was killed days later. A book published in 2017 claimed Donham recanted, but a federal investigation closed in December found there was no evidence to back that up.
Relatives of Emmett Till are asking authorities to reverse their decision to close an investigation of his 1955 lynching and instead prosecute a white woman at the center of the case. Family members told a news conference in Jackson, Mississippi, on Friday that authorities have known for decades that Carolyn Bryant Donham played a key role in Till’s slaying. Donham is now in her 80s, and Till relatives say action is needed immediately before time runs out. Donham accused Till of accosting her, and he was killed days later. A book published in 2017 claimed Donham recanted, but a federal investigation closed in December found there was no evidence to back that up.
Mar 11, 2022: NPR: New clues emerge about the money that might have helped fund the Jan. 6 insurrection
"If funds were raised for the Jan. 6 event by an organized group, then there might be an opportunity for us to know who it was and what was paid," said Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., who chairs the House select committee.
"If funds were raised for the Jan. 6 event by an organized group, then there might be an opportunity for us to know who it was and what was paid," said Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., who chairs the House select committee.
Mar 1, 2022: Clarion Ledger: Republican legislators oppose Medicaid expansion, but want federal dollars to pay for prisoner healthcare
State Republicans have balked at expanding Medicaid, but are embracing legislation that would take advantage of the federal program to pay for healthcare for very sick incarcerated people — and likely create a money-making opportunity for nursing homes.
State Republicans have balked at expanding Medicaid, but are embracing legislation that would take advantage of the federal program to pay for healthcare for very sick incarcerated people — and likely create a money-making opportunity for nursing homes.
March 1, 2022: Natchez Democrat: Mississippi House panel OKs limits on teaching about race
The proposal passed the House Universities and Colleges Committee on a 14-9 vote Monday, with white Republicans in favor and Black Democrats opposed. When the bill passed the Republican-controlled Senate in January, all of the Black senators withheld their votes and walked out in protest.
The proposal passed the House Universities and Colleges Committee on a 14-9 vote Monday, with white Republicans in favor and Black Democrats opposed. When the bill passed the Republican-controlled Senate in January, all of the Black senators withheld their votes and walked out in protest.
March 1, 2022: US News & World Report: Mississippi Remapping Diminishes Black Voices, NAACP Says
Attorneys for the NAACP and two other groups say Mississippi legislators drew a congressional redistricting plan that diminished Black voters’ influence in the state’s three majority-white districts.
Attorneys for the NAACP and two other groups say Mississippi legislators drew a congressional redistricting plan that diminished Black voters’ influence in the state’s three majority-white districts.
Feb 28, 2022: Jackson Jambalaya: Rambo Going to Prison
Former Booneville police officer Dustin Rambo will serve 16 months in prison after he pleaded guilty to violating civil rights and making false statements.
Former Booneville police officer Dustin Rambo will serve 16 months in prison after he pleaded guilty to violating civil rights and making false statements.
Feb 25, 2022: Myarklamiss: Mississippi lawmakers react to Russia’s invasion in Ukraine
After weeks of rhetoric and warning signs, Russia’s military launched a long-feared invasion of Ukraine on Thursday. At the Mississippi State Capitol, lawmakers reacted to the attack.
“Somebody can take some sense into President Putin, so that he may realize he’s barking up the wrong tree,” said State Rep. Bo Brown (D-District 70).
After weeks of rhetoric and warning signs, Russia’s military launched a long-feared invasion of Ukraine on Thursday. At the Mississippi State Capitol, lawmakers reacted to the attack.
“Somebody can take some sense into President Putin, so that he may realize he’s barking up the wrong tree,” said State Rep. Bo Brown (D-District 70).
Feb 22, 2022: WJTV: Family Dollar stores close in Mississippi due to recall
Family Dollars in Mississippi and six other states have closed temporarily due to a recall. Products have also been recalled after more than 1,000 rodents were found in an Arkansas distribution center.
Family Dollars in Mississippi and six other states have closed temporarily due to a recall. Products have also been recalled after more than 1,000 rodents were found in an Arkansas distribution center.
Feb 19, 2022: Washington Post: A century ago, Mississippi’s Senate voted to send all the state’s Black people to Africa
The Senate voted 25 to 9 on Feb. 20, 1922, to ask the federal government to trade some of the World War I debts owed by European countries for a piece of colonial Africa — any part would do — where the government would then ship Mississippi’s Black residents, creating “a final home for the American negro.” |
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Feb 3, 2022: Geo News: Mississippi becomes 37th US state to legalise medical marijuana
Mississippi joined 36 other US states in legalising marijuana for medical use on Wednesday, as the governor signed legislation permitting cannabis for the treatment of severe, debilitating health conditions such as cancer, AIDS and Alzheimer's disease.
Mississippi joined 36 other US states in legalising marijuana for medical use on Wednesday, as the governor signed legislation permitting cannabis for the treatment of severe, debilitating health conditions such as cancer, AIDS and Alzheimer's disease.
Feb 1, 2022: Clarion Ledger: Oncologist supports state legislation that would help patients with copays
As an oncologist working in Mississippi, my patients sometimes request that I delay treatments or prescribing prescription medications because of their insurance deductibles.
As an oncologist working in Mississippi, my patients sometimes request that I delay treatments or prescribing prescription medications because of their insurance deductibles.
Jan 29, 2022: Clarion Ledger: GOP Senator Wicker slammed for racist comment on Biden's plan to pick Black woman for court
Republican Sen. Roger Wicker drew outrage from the White House, a member of his own party and beyond for a comment that compares President Joe Biden’s pledge to nominate a Black woman to the U.S. Supreme Court to affirmative action.
“The irony is that the Supreme Court is at the very same time hearing cases about this sort of affirmative racial discrimination and while adding someone who is the beneficiary of this sort of quota,” Wicker, R-Miss., told local radio station SuperTalk Mississippi on Friday. USA TODAY reached out to Wicker's office for a comment.
Republican Sen. Roger Wicker drew outrage from the White House, a member of his own party and beyond for a comment that compares President Joe Biden’s pledge to nominate a Black woman to the U.S. Supreme Court to affirmative action.
“The irony is that the Supreme Court is at the very same time hearing cases about this sort of affirmative racial discrimination and while adding someone who is the beneficiary of this sort of quota,” Wicker, R-Miss., told local radio station SuperTalk Mississippi on Friday. USA TODAY reached out to Wicker's office for a comment.
Jan 12, 2022: Picayune Item: MS Ranks 1st In The Nation For Speech Code Policies
The American Council of Trustees and Alumni (ACTA) has released a new, interactive tool that presents easily digestible data on key measures of cost-effectiveness and academic quality for nearly 500 public, four-year colleges and universities. On the site, lawmakers can instantly see how their state ranks on institutional finance issues (such as administrative bloat) and academic quality issues (such as free speech policies). ACTA’s tool collates 10 important, measurable data points and makes them available on one easily searchable map
The American Council of Trustees and Alumni (ACTA) has released a new, interactive tool that presents easily digestible data on key measures of cost-effectiveness and academic quality for nearly 500 public, four-year colleges and universities. On the site, lawmakers can instantly see how their state ranks on institutional finance issues (such as administrative bloat) and academic quality issues (such as free speech policies). ACTA’s tool collates 10 important, measurable data points and makes them available on one easily searchable map
Jan 6, 2022: Mississippi Today: House Republicans pass redistricting plan that creates sprawling majority-Black congressional district
The 2nd Congressional District will meander the almost length of the state along the Mississippi River under the congressional redistricting plan approved 76-42 Thursday by Republicans in the House of Representatives.
The 2nd Congressional District will meander the almost length of the state along the Mississippi River under the congressional redistricting plan approved 76-42 Thursday by Republicans in the House of Representatives.
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Dec 31, 2021: Nashville Ledger: House committee says Trump privilege claim should be tossed
On Wednesday, Trump's lawyers sent a supplemental request asking the court to look into an interview that committee chairman Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., did with The Washington Post. During the interview Thompson indicated the committee is looking into Trump's actions the day of the insurrection to determine if it can recommend the Justice Department open a criminal investigation.
On Wednesday, Trump's lawyers sent a supplemental request asking the court to look into an interview that committee chairman Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., did with The Washington Post. During the interview Thompson indicated the committee is looking into Trump's actions the day of the insurrection to determine if it can recommend the Justice Department open a criminal investigation.
Dec 30, 2021: New York Post: Former Miss Mississippi Kathy Manning dead after COVID-19 battle
Miss Mississippi 1984 winner Kathy Manning has died from the coronavirus. She was 59.
Manning, who also worked as a weather reporter, sunscreen model and recording artist, had been battling the illness for several weeks and succumbed to it on Dec. 23 in Collierville, Tennessee, according to her obituary.
It is unknown if she was vaccinated or not.
Miss Mississippi 1984 winner Kathy Manning has died from the coronavirus. She was 59.
Manning, who also worked as a weather reporter, sunscreen model and recording artist, had been battling the illness for several weeks and succumbed to it on Dec. 23 in Collierville, Tennessee, according to her obituary.
It is unknown if she was vaccinated or not.
Dec 29, 2021: Clarion Ledger: Jackson mayor closes nonessential city offices as new COVID-19 cases spike in Mississippi
Jackson City Hall and nonessential city offices and facilities will be closed beginning Wednesday and reopen Jan. 6 due to increasing cases of COVID-19 in the metro area.
Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba issued an executive order Tuesday evening in response to the sharp increase in new COVID-19 cases following the Christmas holiday.
Jackson City Hall and nonessential city offices and facilities will be closed beginning Wednesday and reopen Jan. 6 due to increasing cases of COVID-19 in the metro area.
Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba issued an executive order Tuesday evening in response to the sharp increase in new COVID-19 cases following the Christmas holiday.
Dec 29, 2021: Franklin Sun: Stanley Nelson: 'Burr’s final hours in Mississippi'
Although a Mississippi grand jury in February 1807 had found no evidence that former Vice-President Aaron Burr had committed treason, Burr knew that President Thomas Jefferson was seeking his prosecution and feared that General James Wilkinson was out to assassinate him.
Although a Mississippi grand jury in February 1807 had found no evidence that former Vice-President Aaron Burr had committed treason, Burr knew that President Thomas Jefferson was seeking his prosecution and feared that General James Wilkinson was out to assassinate him.
Dec 29, 2021: WWNO: As much of the Gulf South remains unvaccinated, New Orleans issues a mandate for kids
As cases and hospitalizations spike again, Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama remain among the bottom states for overall vaccination rates. Only about 10% of young children in these states have gotten at least one shot, compared to 23% nationally. In a region where rejecting broad vaccine requirements is a source of pride for many state leaders, New Orleans wasn’t afraid to issue a mandate.
As cases and hospitalizations spike again, Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama remain among the bottom states for overall vaccination rates. Only about 10% of young children in these states have gotten at least one shot, compared to 23% nationally. In a region where rejecting broad vaccine requirements is a source of pride for many state leaders, New Orleans wasn’t afraid to issue a mandate.
Dec 15, 2021: Neshoba Democrat: City giving $1 million to Marty center
The city will give Marty Stuart’s Congress of Country Music $1 million, aldermen decided unanimously last week.
The city will give Marty Stuart’s Congress of Country Music $1 million, aldermen decided unanimously last week.
Dec 15, 2021: Van Buren County Democrat: List of deadliest tornadoes in US since 1900
A list of the 10 deadliest tornadoes in the United States since 1900:
695 deaths. March 18, 1925, in Missouri, Illinois and Indiana.
216 deaths. April 5, 1936, in Tupelo, Mississippi.
A list of the 10 deadliest tornadoes in the United States since 1900:
695 deaths. March 18, 1925, in Missouri, Illinois and Indiana.
216 deaths. April 5, 1936, in Tupelo, Mississippi.
December 13, 2021:
The American family Association, based out of here in Mississippi, is looking to establish a center "like a Pentagon" in order to furth er efforts of Christian Nationalism. The announcement with a plea for donations (something Wildmon, the founder, has been doing many many many years) Part of the description says "Like the Pentagon in Washington, the Don Wildmon Center will serve as command central as we combat the forces that seek to destroy Christian influence in America and overthrow the founding principles of our republic." If you look at other parts of the website the "action alerts" are just a litany of far right wing agendas. They "hold to a form of godliness but deny the power thereof." (II Tim 3) (Which is, in essence, a foundation of what "Christian Nationalism" is) Link is Here: https://www.afa.net/donwildmoncenter?fbclid=IwAR0VA9LSIgBqlxhLxEonnuEfw5bXBimVo6e9vGzP-WCmDVzDTLBiKmm5j9Y |
Dec 3, 2021: Fox News: Ben Shapiro: Supreme Court's likely outcome in Mississippi abortion case is a split decision on Roe v. Wade
Political commentator Ben Shapiro breaks down what could happen to Roe v. Wade on 'Fox News Primetime.' |
Dec 2, 2021: Magnolia State Live: City clerk resigns, accuses leaders of Mississippi community of hiring uncertified worker for higher-paying salary. Two other employees walk out with her.
Three city employees abruptly resigned after the Poplarville Board of Aldermen were accused of hiring an uncertified employee and making the new hire one of the highest-paid employees in the city.
The three employees submitted their resignations, all effective Friday, Dec. 3, 2021.
Three city employees abruptly resigned after the Poplarville Board of Aldermen were accused of hiring an uncertified employee and making the new hire one of the highest-paid employees in the city.
The three employees submitted their resignations, all effective Friday, Dec. 3, 2021.
Dec 2, 2021: Magnolia State Live: New coronavirus cases on rise again in Mississippi, health officials report
Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) officials reported Thursday that 569 new coronavirus cases were found in the last 24 hours.
Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) officials reported Thursday that 569 new coronavirus cases were found in the last 24 hours.
Dec 2, 2021: Mississippi Today: Federal judge finds Mississippi eviction law unconstitutional after ‘Kafkaesque nightmare’ removal
A federal judge has struck down the part of Mississippi’s eviction law that allows landlords to immediately seize the property of delinquent tenants, saying it has “unpredictable and absurd results.”
A federal judge has struck down the part of Mississippi’s eviction law that allows landlords to immediately seize the property of delinquent tenants, saying it has “unpredictable and absurd results.”
Dec 2, 2021: Jackson Free Press: Mississippi Abortion Activists Protest as Justices Weigh Ban
Supporters and opponents of abortion rights rallied, blared music and shouted taunts Wednesday during protests in Mississippi's capital as the state took center stage in a pivotal U.S. Supreme Court case that could end a nationwide right to abortion.
Supporters and opponents of abortion rights rallied, blared music and shouted taunts Wednesday during protests in Mississippi's capital as the state took center stage in a pivotal U.S. Supreme Court case that could end a nationwide right to abortion.
Dec 2, 2021: Newsweek: I (Becky Currie) Authored Mississippi's Abortion Bill. Here's Why. | Opinion
As a small-town girl from Mississippi, I couldn't have imagined that one day I would sponsor legislation that would find its way up to the Supreme Court of the United States and spark our nation's biggest abortion debate in decades.
As a small-town girl from Mississippi, I couldn't have imagined that one day I would sponsor legislation that would find its way up to the Supreme Court of the United States and spark our nation's biggest abortion debate in decades.
“Why do bad things happen to good people? That only happened once, and He volunteered.” --RC Sproul
Dec 1, 2021: CBS News: Supreme Court signals support for upholding Mississippi's restrictive abortion law
The Supreme Court heard nearly two hours of arguments in the legal battle involving the Mississippi law that prohibits abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy, which directly conflicts with its past decisions on abortion. In the landmark 1973 decision in Roe v. Wade and reaffirmed in 1992's Planned Parenthood v. Casey, the high court said states cannot ban abortion before fetal viability — the point at which the fetus can survive outside of the womb, which is now considered to be between 22 and 24 weeks of pregnancy.
The Supreme Court heard nearly two hours of arguments in the legal battle involving the Mississippi law that prohibits abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy, which directly conflicts with its past decisions on abortion. In the landmark 1973 decision in Roe v. Wade and reaffirmed in 1992's Planned Parenthood v. Casey, the high court said states cannot ban abortion before fetal viability — the point at which the fetus can survive outside of the womb, which is now considered to be between 22 and 24 weeks of pregnancy.
Dec 1, 2021: Newsweek: SCOTUS Hearing Suggests Conservative Majority Ready to Overturn Roe, Uphold Mississippi Ban
On Wednesday, questions from the Supreme Court's new 6-3 conservative majority—solidified last year by Trump appointee Justice Amy Coney Barrett's confirmation—suggested that it would hand a win to the anti-abortion movement and uphold the ban in Mississippi prohibiting most abortions after 15 weeks.
On Wednesday, questions from the Supreme Court's new 6-3 conservative majority—solidified last year by Trump appointee Justice Amy Coney Barrett's confirmation—suggested that it would hand a win to the anti-abortion movement and uphold the ban in Mississippi prohibiting most abortions after 15 weeks.
Dec 1, 2021: WLBT: Senators “proud” of Mississippi for taking abortion case to Supreme Court
On Capitol Hill Tuesday, Cindy Hyde Smith and Roger Wicker said they are proud of Mississippi for bringing its abortion case to the Supreme court.
On Capitol Hill Tuesday, Cindy Hyde Smith and Roger Wicker said they are proud of Mississippi for bringing its abortion case to the Supreme court.
Nov 30, 2021: WLBT: Mississippi NAACP proposes new congressional map in an attempt to ensure equal representation
The Mississippi NAACP is proposing a new congressional map in an effort to ensure everyone in the state is equally represented.
The Mississippi NAACP is proposing a new congressional map in an effort to ensure everyone in the state is equally represented.
Nov 30, 2021: Mississippi Free Press: Mississippi Votes Fights To Revive The Ballot Initiative Process
Seventy-three percent of voters approved a new flag design after Mississippians voted by a 2-to-1 margin to retain the Jim Crow-era flag that featured Confederate imagery in its canton just two decades ago. Additionally, 78% of voters approved another ballot initiative to change how statewide officials are elected when no candidate receives a majority of the votes. Under the previous system, also stemming from the Jim Crow-era, Mississippi’s House of Representatives would determine the winner in such a circumstance.
Seventy-three percent of voters approved a new flag design after Mississippians voted by a 2-to-1 margin to retain the Jim Crow-era flag that featured Confederate imagery in its canton just two decades ago. Additionally, 78% of voters approved another ballot initiative to change how statewide officials are elected when no candidate receives a majority of the votes. Under the previous system, also stemming from the Jim Crow-era, Mississippi’s House of Representatives would determine the winner in such a circumstance.
Nov 30, 2021: Washington Post: A Long-Deferred Hope for Better Housing
Many Mississippi Delta houses are in desperate need of repair. Here’s how one woman’s home renovation dream came true.
Many Mississippi Delta houses are in desperate need of repair. Here’s how one woman’s home renovation dream came true.
In case anyone asks, midgets and dwarfs have little in common...🙂
Nov 29, 2021: Washington Post: Trump allies work to place supporters in key election posts across the country, spurring fears about future vote challenges
In Michigan, local GOP leaders have sought to reshape election canvassing boards by appointing members who expressed sympathy for former president Donald Trump’s false claims that the 2020 vote was rigged.
In Michigan, local GOP leaders have sought to reshape election canvassing boards by appointing members who expressed sympathy for former president Donald Trump’s false claims that the 2020 vote was rigged.
Nov 29, 2021: Yahoo News: Conservative group targets Biden court pick ahead of Mississippi abortion case
A conservative group is targeting Dale Ho, President Biden’s judicial nominee to serve on the Southern District Court of New York, with a six-figure ad buy — launching the first TV campaign against a Biden court pick.
A conservative group is targeting Dale Ho, President Biden’s judicial nominee to serve on the Southern District Court of New York, with a six-figure ad buy — launching the first TV campaign against a Biden court pick.
Nov 29, 2021: CBS News: Supreme Court prepares to hear biggest abortion fight in decades
At the heart of the dispute before the high court, now with a 6-3 conservative majority, is a Mississippi law that bans abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy. State officials have used the case, known as Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, as a vehicle to ask the justices to overturn Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 decision that established a constitutional right to an abortion.
At the heart of the dispute before the high court, now with a 6-3 conservative majority, is a Mississippi law that bans abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy. State officials have used the case, known as Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, as a vehicle to ask the justices to overturn Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 decision that established a constitutional right to an abortion.
Nov 29, 2021: Mississippi Today: Podcast: MDOT Director Brad White talks federal infrastructure package billions
Mississippi Department of Transportation Director Brad White joins Mississippi Today’s “The Other Side” podcast to discuss the $3.3 billion earmarked for Mississippi highway work in the recently passed federal infrastructure bill.
Mississippi Department of Transportation Director Brad White joins Mississippi Today’s “The Other Side” podcast to discuss the $3.3 billion earmarked for Mississippi highway work in the recently passed federal infrastructure bill.
Nov 28, 2021: Yahoo News: Justices' views on abortion in their own words and votes
When the Supreme Court hears arguments Wednesday over whether Mississippi can ban abortions after 15 weeks, the justices will be focused on an issue that has dominated the term. Not only is there Mississippi’s call to overrule Roe v. Wade, but justices are already considering a Texas law banning abortion at roughly six weeks and written to make it difficult to mount legal challenges against it.
When the Supreme Court hears arguments Wednesday over whether Mississippi can ban abortions after 15 weeks, the justices will be focused on an issue that has dominated the term. Not only is there Mississippi’s call to overrule Roe v. Wade, but justices are already considering a Texas law banning abortion at roughly six weeks and written to make it difficult to mount legal challenges against it.
Nov 28, 2021: Southern Living: Mississippi Homecoming Queen Gives Crown to Student Who Lost Mom to Cancer That Very Morning
Onlookers reported having chills as they watched the senior at Forrest County Agricultural High School in Brooklyn, Mississippi, remove the coveted crown and place it on the head of her friend and classmate Brittany Walters.
Brittany's mother, A.J. Walters, an employee at the high school, had died from cancer just hours earlier.
Onlookers reported having chills as they watched the senior at Forrest County Agricultural High School in Brooklyn, Mississippi, remove the coveted crown and place it on the head of her friend and classmate Brittany Walters.
Brittany's mother, A.J. Walters, an employee at the high school, had died from cancer just hours earlier.
Nov 28, 2021: Politico: Mississippi governor draws lines on individual choice
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves said Sunday that while he encourages people to get vaccinated, he’s also against larger vaccine mandates, noting that he believes “in individual liberties and freedoms and people can make decisions on what's best for them.”
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves said Sunday that while he encourages people to get vaccinated, he’s also against larger vaccine mandates, noting that he believes “in individual liberties and freedoms and people can make decisions on what's best for them.”
Nov 27, 2021: Mississippi Free Press: New Omicron Variant Emerges After Gov. Tate Reeves Ends COVID-19 State of Emergency
Less than a week after Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves ended his COVID-19 State of Emergency order, the World Health Organization is warning that a new, potentially more dangerous strain of COVID-19 has emerged. In a statement yesterday, the WHO said South Africa first notified it of the variant, known as B.1.1..529 or the omicron variant, on Nov. 24.
Less than a week after Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves ended his COVID-19 State of Emergency order, the World Health Organization is warning that a new, potentially more dangerous strain of COVID-19 has emerged. In a statement yesterday, the WHO said South Africa first notified it of the variant, known as B.1.1..529 or the omicron variant, on Nov. 24.
Nov 27, 2021: Reveal: Mississippi Goddam Chapter 6: Mississippi Justice
There have long been concerns about the quality of investigations into the suspicious deaths of young Black men in the state, especially when police are involved.
There have long been concerns about the quality of investigations into the suspicious deaths of young Black men in the state, especially when police are involved.
Nov 27, 2021: New Canaan Advertiser: Mississippi native leans on faith to inspire others
Joseph Ivy has lived through dark days.
The Nettleton native allows his faith to guide him every day. Often quoting from the Bible or Martin Luther King, Jr., Ivy has learned to live a life that reflects the words.
Joseph Ivy has lived through dark days.
The Nettleton native allows his faith to guide him every day. Often quoting from the Bible or Martin Luther King, Jr., Ivy has learned to live a life that reflects the words.
November 26, 2021: Insider: Mississippi banned most abortions to be the 'safest state' for the unborn. Meanwhile, one in three Mississippi kids lives in poverty.
Mississippi lawmakers said the ban on most abortions after 15 weeks would make Mississippi 'the safest state in the country' for the unborn.
Mississippi lawmakers said the ban on most abortions after 15 weeks would make Mississippi 'the safest state in the country' for the unborn.
Nov 26, 2021: Clarion Ledger: Despite Mississippi’s infrastructural needs, four members from state vote no to bill
Only two among our six-member congressional delegation voted in favor of the infrastructure act, Republican Sen. Roger Wicker and Democratic Rep. Bennie Thompson. Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith and Republican Reps. Trent Kelly, Michael Guest and Steven Palazzo voted no.
Only two among our six-member congressional delegation voted in favor of the infrastructure act, Republican Sen. Roger Wicker and Democratic Rep. Bennie Thompson. Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith and Republican Reps. Trent Kelly, Michael Guest and Steven Palazzo voted no.
Nov 24, 2021: Clarion Ledger: 2022 Grammy Awards: At least 5 nominees with ties to Mississippi. Find out who they are.
Among the Magnolia State contenders are Christone Ingram, Cedric Burnside, Charlie Musselwhite, Kenny Brown and Eric Deaton.
Among the Magnolia State contenders are Christone Ingram, Cedric Burnside, Charlie Musselwhite, Kenny Brown and Eric Deaton.
Nov 24, 2021: Magnolia State Live: Mississippi mayor wants to bring Las Vegas glam to one of state’s most iconic views
Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson unveiled his plans to relight the bridges that cross over the Mississippi River and he wants to do it with colored lights, music and more.
Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson unveiled his plans to relight the bridges that cross over the Mississippi River and he wants to do it with colored lights, music and more.
Nov 24, 2021: Magnolia State Live: New cases of coronavirus in Mississippi rise on eve of Thanksgiving, state health officials report
Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) officials reported Wednesday that 432 new coronavirus cases were found in the last 24 hours.
Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) officials reported Wednesday that 432 new coronavirus cases were found in the last 24 hours.
Nov 24, 2021: WJTV: Attorney wins state senate seat in eastern Mississippi
According to complete, but unofficial returns, Rod Hickman won the runoff against optometrist Dr. Minh Duong, getting 60% of the vote, to represent Senate District 32, WTOK-TV reported. Senate District 32 includes all of Kemper County and parts of Lauderdale, Noxubee and Winston counties.
According to complete, but unofficial returns, Rod Hickman won the runoff against optometrist Dr. Minh Duong, getting 60% of the vote, to represent Senate District 32, WTOK-TV reported. Senate District 32 includes all of Kemper County and parts of Lauderdale, Noxubee and Winston counties.
Nov 23, 2021: WJTV: Tyree Jones elected Hinds County Sheriff
Hinds County neighbors voted in favor of Tyree Jones to be the next Hinds County sheriff on Tuesday, November 23.
Hinds County neighbors voted in favor of Tyree Jones to be the next Hinds County sheriff on Tuesday, November 23.
Nov 23, 2021: Mississippi Today: Experts say Medicaid expansion is still Mississippi’s best option as Build Back Better vote looms
The state would be better off expanding Medicaid even if the federal Build Back Better bill that would provide health care coverage for poor Mississippians becomes law, a diverse group of health care advocates claim.
The state would be better off expanding Medicaid even if the federal Build Back Better bill that would provide health care coverage for poor Mississippians becomes law, a diverse group of health care advocates claim.
Nov 22, 2021: Clarion Ledger: Mississippi teachers have some of the lowest pay in the region, analysis shows
K-12 public school teachers in Mississippi are paid lower starting salaries than their peers in 15 other Southern states, according to a new analysis of pay rates across the region.
K-12 public school teachers in Mississippi are paid lower starting salaries than their peers in 15 other Southern states, according to a new analysis of pay rates across the region.
Nov 22, 2021: Fox13: Supreme Court rejects Mississippi’s claim in water rights case
A unanimous Supreme Court on Monday rejected a claim that the Memphis area has been taking water that belongs to Mississippi from an underground aquifer that sits beneath parts of both states.
A unanimous Supreme Court on Monday rejected a claim that the Memphis area has been taking water that belongs to Mississippi from an underground aquifer that sits beneath parts of both states.
Nov 19, 2021: Mississippi Today: Cable giants, Mississippi electric cooperatives battle over federal broadband dollars
As millions more federal dollars flow to Mississippi for expanding broadband internet access, large cable and telecom companies and rural electric cooperatives are already sparring over the money.
As millions more federal dollars flow to Mississippi for expanding broadband internet access, large cable and telecom companies and rural electric cooperatives are already sparring over the money.
Nov 17, 2021: Jackson Free Press: Mississippi Senator Sworn in for Seat He Previously Held
Democrat Kelvin Butler of Magnolia was sworn in to the Mississippi Senate on Tuesday, returning to the seat he previously held for 12 years.
Democrat Kelvin Butler of Magnolia was sworn in to the Mississippi Senate on Tuesday, returning to the seat he previously held for 12 years.
Nov 17, 2021: Jackson Free Press: 10 Years After Mississippians Rejected ‘Personhood,’ New ‘Life at ‘Conception’ Efforts Underway
When Magnolia State state residents rejected the constitutional amendment ten years ago this week by a 58%-to-42% vote, they defied national expectations. The Personhood Amendment, also known as Amendment 26, would have enshrined a definition of the word “person” in the state constitution that would have included even fertilized human eggs, theoretically banning all abortions.
When Magnolia State state residents rejected the constitutional amendment ten years ago this week by a 58%-to-42% vote, they defied national expectations. The Personhood Amendment, also known as Amendment 26, would have enshrined a definition of the word “person” in the state constitution that would have included even fertilized human eggs, theoretically banning all abortions.
If you love somebody set them free.
Maybe they'll come back with pancakes.😎
Maybe they'll come back with pancakes.😎
Nov 16, 2021: Magnolia State Live: Eight companies to be charged with violating Mississippi’s No Call Law
A joint investigation by the commission and Office of the Attorney General found these companies have allegedly called hundreds of people whose numbers are listed on Mississippi’s Do Not Call Registry.
A joint investigation by the commission and Office of the Attorney General found these companies have allegedly called hundreds of people whose numbers are listed on Mississippi’s Do Not Call Registry.
Nov 16, 2021: MPB: Investing in education, phasing out state income tax, top gov.’s budget agenda
Governor Tate Reeves says he's looking to bolster education in the state by investing more in education. He says improving educational attainment is a critical part of moving Mississippi forward economically. He’s proposing a $1,300 teacher pay raise for next year and $1,000 increases for the following two years to attract and retain instructors. Reeves says the increase will make Mississippi’s salaries more competitive with other states. The Southern Regional Education Board reports the average teacher salary in Mississippi is $45,000 per year, $3,000 to $12,000 less than neighboring states.
Governor Tate Reeves says he's looking to bolster education in the state by investing more in education. He says improving educational attainment is a critical part of moving Mississippi forward economically. He’s proposing a $1,300 teacher pay raise for next year and $1,000 increases for the following two years to attract and retain instructors. Reeves says the increase will make Mississippi’s salaries more competitive with other states. The Southern Regional Education Board reports the average teacher salary in Mississippi is $45,000 per year, $3,000 to $12,000 less than neighboring states.
Nov 15, 2021: Magnolia State Live: In response against ‘push from radical leftists’ Reeves touts conservative talking points in budget pitch
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves’ proposed budget for the upcoming year includes money for teacher pay raises, a water and sewer improvement grant program and a plan for eliminating the state income tax, according to recommendations he released Monday.
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves’ proposed budget for the upcoming year includes money for teacher pay raises, a water and sewer improvement grant program and a plan for eliminating the state income tax, according to recommendations he released Monday.
Nov 14, 2021: WJTV: Low vaccination rates for Mississippi kids leaves pediatricians concerned
There have been nine deaths in kids ages 0-17 in Mississippi since the pandemic began.
Seven of those deaths were in 2021 and 264 kids ages 0-17 have been hospitalized with Covid in Mississippi. Dr. Timi Adepeoj says vaccations of children 5-11 are low.
There have been nine deaths in kids ages 0-17 in Mississippi since the pandemic began.
Seven of those deaths were in 2021 and 264 kids ages 0-17 have been hospitalized with Covid in Mississippi. Dr. Timi Adepeoj says vaccations of children 5-11 are low.
Nov 14. 2021: Magnolia State Live: Mississippi prison guard among more than 100 arrested for crimes in last two years
An Associated Press investigation has found that the federal Bureau of Prisons, with an annual budget of nearly $8 billion, is a hotbed of abuse, graft and corruption, and has turned a blind eye to employees accused of misconduct. In some cases, the agency has failed to suspend officers who themselves had been arrested for crimes.
An Associated Press investigation has found that the federal Bureau of Prisons, with an annual budget of nearly $8 billion, is a hotbed of abuse, graft and corruption, and has turned a blind eye to employees accused of misconduct. In some cases, the agency has failed to suspend officers who themselves had been arrested for crimes.
Nov 12, 2021: Mississippi Today: Data Dive: Mississippi is among at least 27 states suing over Biden business vaccine mandate
Mostly composed of Republican-leaning states with vaccination rates on the lower end of the spectrum, this coalition includes Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, West Virginia and Wyoming.
Mostly composed of Republican-leaning states with vaccination rates on the lower end of the spectrum, this coalition includes Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, West Virginia and Wyoming.
Nov 12, 2021: Miami Herald: Mississippi’s county OKs COVID bonus for essential workers
Weeks after narrowly rejecting a proposal to give essential employees a pandemic pay bonus, the Hinds County Board of Supervisors has changed its course and approved the move.
Weeks after narrowly rejecting a proposal to give essential employees a pandemic pay bonus, the Hinds County Board of Supervisors has changed its course and approved the move.
Nov 12, 2021: WTOK: 10 days, 13 arrests: Human trafficking operation saves 49 potential victims across Mississippi
Attorney General Lynn Fitch said in that time frame investigators encountered 49 potential victims and made the arrests for crimes including human trafficking, promoting prostitution and statutory rape.
Attorney General Lynn Fitch said in that time frame investigators encountered 49 potential victims and made the arrests for crimes including human trafficking, promoting prostitution and statutory rape.
Nov 12, 2021: WLBT: White officer said he was moved to prevent Black’s promotion
A city in Mississippi is settling a lawsuit brought by a white former police lieutenant who said he was moved within the department to prevent a Black subordinate’s promotion.
A city in Mississippi is settling a lawsuit brought by a white former police lieutenant who said he was moved within the department to prevent a Black subordinate’s promotion.
There's an 'i' in camouflage, somewhere.🤔
Nov 11, 2021: WLBT: Multiple federal funding streams could boost Mississippi’s broadband expansion efforts
Nov 11, 2021: Time: Inside Mississippi’s Last Abortion Clinic—and the Biggest Fight for Abortion Rights in a Generation
Her clinic, known as the Pink House for its bubble-gum-colored exterior walls, is at the epicenter of the fight over abortion access, in Mississippi and the country. On Dec. 1, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments in a case, Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, about a Mississippi state law banning nearly all abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy. If the court allows the law to remain in effect, the decision will effectively hollow out Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 decision that established a constitutional right to an abortion before fetal viability. “This is not gonna just affect Mississippi,” Brewer says. “It’s gonna affect women everywhere.”
Her clinic, known as the Pink House for its bubble-gum-colored exterior walls, is at the epicenter of the fight over abortion access, in Mississippi and the country. On Dec. 1, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments in a case, Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, about a Mississippi state law banning nearly all abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy. If the court allows the law to remain in effect, the decision will effectively hollow out Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 decision that established a constitutional right to an abortion before fetal viability. “This is not gonna just affect Mississippi,” Brewer says. “It’s gonna affect women everywhere.”
Nov 11, 2021: Mississippi Today: Gov. Tate Reeves announces COVID-19 state of emergency will expire on Nov. 20
Gov. Tate Reeves announced on Thursday his intent to allow the state of emergency he declared in early 2020 to combat the COVID-19 pandemic to expire on Nov. 20.
Gov. Tate Reeves announced on Thursday his intent to allow the state of emergency he declared in early 2020 to combat the COVID-19 pandemic to expire on Nov. 20.
Nov 11, 2021: Mississippi Free Press: Missy Magazine Launches As First LGBTQ+ Publication At University Of Mississippi
When Greg Parker was a senior at the University of Mississippi, he noticed something missing on the campus of the state’s oldest public university: a publication that celebrated the talents of its LGBTQ+ students and their allies. “I can’t remember quite when the idea for a magazine first came up,” Parker admitted. “But I attended the Transitioning to College Writing Symposium, and someone did a panel on zines.”
When Greg Parker was a senior at the University of Mississippi, he noticed something missing on the campus of the state’s oldest public university: a publication that celebrated the talents of its LGBTQ+ students and their allies. “I can’t remember quite when the idea for a magazine first came up,” Parker admitted. “But I attended the Transitioning to College Writing Symposium, and someone did a panel on zines.”
“The right to a speedy trial should be treated no less and no more than our sacred rights to speak our minds or to bear arms in defense of our homes, or our right to even have a trial should we be arrested..We should not allow a constitutional right to be fumbled away by bureaucracy and confusion, as it was in this case. Nor should its deprivation be used to oppress our citizens.” -Mississippi Court of Appeals Judge David Neil McCarty
If there’s a Civil War coming from Magas....just hide in the library or Science Hall.
They’ll never find you there.🙄
They’ll never find you there.🙄
Nov 10, 2021: Daily Journal: Mississippi Court of Appeals dismisses speedy trial claim brought by Tishomingo County man
A state appeals court has ruled against a Tishomingo County man who claimed that he was deprived of his constitutional right to a speedy trial after waiting in prison over three years.
A state appeals court has ruled against a Tishomingo County man who claimed that he was deprived of his constitutional right to a speedy trial after waiting in prison over three years.
Nov 9, 2021: Mississippi Free Press: Biden Admin: Mississippi-Backed Mandate Lawsuit Could Cost ‘Hundreds of Lives Per Day’
In a court filing, the Biden administration is warning that the Mississippi-backed lawsuit asking courts to block enforcement of the president’s employer COVID-19 vaccine mandate “would likely cost dozens or even hundreds of lives per day.”
In a court filing, the Biden administration is warning that the Mississippi-backed lawsuit asking courts to block enforcement of the president’s employer COVID-19 vaccine mandate “would likely cost dozens or even hundreds of lives per day.”
Nov 8, 2021: Clarion Ledger: Crisler, Jones to debate ahead of Hinds County sheriff's race runoff
The two remaining candidates in the race for Hinds County Sheriff will face off in a debate at Jackson State University Thursday ahead of a runoff election later this month
The two remaining candidates in the race for Hinds County Sheriff will face off in a debate at Jackson State University Thursday ahead of a runoff election later this month
Nov 6, 2021: Yahoo: A Mississippi city's water system is collapsing. The federal infrastructure bill could help save it, but only if the state cooperates.
For nearly a month, workers came and went, trying to stem the tide erupting from a clogged pipe. But to no avail: Bolden's front yard was cleaved by a river of sewage. Her neighborhood of tidy ranch houses in Mississippi's state capital became hostage to an overpowering stench, one reflecting the rot at the heart of the city's water system.
For nearly a month, workers came and went, trying to stem the tide erupting from a clogged pipe. But to no avail: Bolden's front yard was cleaved by a river of sewage. Her neighborhood of tidy ranch houses in Mississippi's state capital became hostage to an overpowering stench, one reflecting the rot at the heart of the city's water system.
Nov 7, 2021: Miami Herald: Analysis: Mississippi faces big decisions on relief money
Congress allocated $1.8 billion for Mississippi through the American Rescue Plan, and the first half of the money arrived in the state treasury in May, weeks after legislators finished their 2021 session.
Congress allocated $1.8 billion for Mississippi through the American Rescue Plan, and the first half of the money arrived in the state treasury in May, weeks after legislators finished their 2021 session.
Nov 4, 2021: Pine Belt News; Mississippi reports no new COVID-19 deaths for first time in four months
The Mississippi Department of Health reported zero new COVID-19 deaths on Thursday, making Nov. 3 the first day since June 30 without a pandemic-related death in Mississippi.
The Mississippi Department of Health reported zero new COVID-19 deaths on Thursday, making Nov. 3 the first day since June 30 without a pandemic-related death in Mississippi.
Nov 4, 2021: WLBT: Mississippi backtracks on gender policy for driver’s license
Mississippi is rescinding a policy that would have simplified the process of changing the gender listing on a driver’s license.
Mississippi is rescinding a policy that would have simplified the process of changing the gender listing on a driver’s license.
My doctor told me I had the legs of an Olympian.....OK, he might have said "athlete's foot"😎
Nov 1, 2021: Local Voice: Marty Stuart to Receive Third Annual Crossroads of American Music Award at 2021 GRAMMY Museum® Mississippi Gala on December 1
GRAMMY®-winning country musician Marty Stuart will be the recipient of the third annual Crossroads of American Music Award at GRAMMY Museum® Mississippi’s 2021 Gala, which will take place at the Museum in Cleveland, Mississippi, on Wednesday, December 1, at 6 pm. Presented by Walmart, the 2021 GRAMMY Museum Gala will feature a special appearance by Stuart, who will accept the award and perform live. Tickets for the 2021 Gala went on sale on October 15. Additional sponsors include Quality Steel Corporation and Visit Mississippi. More details will be announced soon.
GRAMMY®-winning country musician Marty Stuart will be the recipient of the third annual Crossroads of American Music Award at GRAMMY Museum® Mississippi’s 2021 Gala, which will take place at the Museum in Cleveland, Mississippi, on Wednesday, December 1, at 6 pm. Presented by Walmart, the 2021 GRAMMY Museum Gala will feature a special appearance by Stuart, who will accept the award and perform live. Tickets for the 2021 Gala went on sale on October 15. Additional sponsors include Quality Steel Corporation and Visit Mississippi. More details will be announced soon.
Nov 1, 2021:
State Senator Chris McDaniel told a rally of about 400 people this weekend that “My body is my temple. My immune system is part of my temple. I have faith in God to be a healer. I don’t want to put my faith in men.” He and the rally were protesting vaccine mandates. The appalling thing about McDaniels words is that he calls God into his equation. The weak and older folks who want to live and not be infected are dismissed and he makes the argument all about himself and "his" people...which I presume include a lot of red hatted magas. He also assumes power over the the folks who may not be "saved" into the Christian faith. God tends to give special favor at time to the weak...so I think he should re-evaluate his "God" card.
State Senator Chris McDaniel told a rally of about 400 people this weekend that “My body is my temple. My immune system is part of my temple. I have faith in God to be a healer. I don’t want to put my faith in men.” He and the rally were protesting vaccine mandates. The appalling thing about McDaniels words is that he calls God into his equation. The weak and older folks who want to live and not be infected are dismissed and he makes the argument all about himself and "his" people...which I presume include a lot of red hatted magas. He also assumes power over the the folks who may not be "saved" into the Christian faith. God tends to give special favor at time to the weak...so I think he should re-evaluate his "God" card.
Nov 1, 2021: WJTV: Mississippi M.O.V.E. offering rides to the polls on November 2
Mississippi M.O.V.E. will offer rides to polling precincts in Hinds County on Tuesday, November 2.
Mississippi M.O.V.E. will offer rides to polling precincts in Hinds County on Tuesday, November 2.
Nov 1, 2021; WJTV: Work still happening on medical marijuana proposal, says Mississippi governor
While Mississippians are calling for Governor Tate Reeves (R-Miss.) to call a special legislative session, the governor said adjustments still need to be made to the proposed medical marijuana program.
While Mississippians are calling for Governor Tate Reeves (R-Miss.) to call a special legislative session, the governor said adjustments still need to be made to the proposed medical marijuana program.
Oct 31, 2021: Biloxi Sun Herald: MS Coast hospitals are losing nurses in a ‘dire’ situation. It’s about to get even worse.
Hospitals in South Mississippi and throughout the state say they will have to close floors and reduce available patient beds if they don’t find a way to combat a nursing shortage that’s about to get worse.
Hospitals in South Mississippi and throughout the state say they will have to close floors and reduce available patient beds if they don’t find a way to combat a nursing shortage that’s about to get worse.
Oct 27, 2021: Yahoo: Retired Mississippi Investigator Releases Shocking Tell-all on Corrupt Doctors
Healers or Dealers?: True Investigative Stories of Corrupt Doctors released with Foundations Book Publishing Company on October 26th
Healers or Dealers?: True Investigative Stories of Corrupt Doctors released with Foundations Book Publishing Company on October 26th
Oct 26, 2021: WTVA: Vaccine mandate in place for Mississippi university employees
Oct 26, 2021: Clarion Ledger: Infrastructure needs: It looks like Mississippi will get the short end of the stick, again.
If President Biden’s infrastructure bill makes it through Congress — a big “if” — Mississippi apparently will get the short end of that trillion-dollar stick.
If President Biden’s infrastructure bill makes it through Congress — a big “if” — Mississippi apparently will get the short end of that trillion-dollar stick.
Oct 25, 2021: WTVA: Mississippi state Sen. Wiggins challenging US Rep. Palazzo
Mississippi state Sen. Brice Wiggins says he is challenging U.S. Rep. Steven Palazzo in the 2022 Republican primary.
He made the announcement Monday.
Mississippi state Sen. Brice Wiggins says he is challenging U.S. Rep. Steven Palazzo in the 2022 Republican primary.
He made the announcement Monday.
Oct 25, 2021 Clarion Ledger: As Mississippians grieve 10,000 lost to COVID-19, pandemic still a war not yet won
On Monday, Oct. 25, 2021, the Mississippi State Department of Health reported 10,024 Mississippians had died of complications related to the coronavirus since March 19, 2020. Here are a few stories of those lost and those they've left behind.
On Monday, Oct. 25, 2021, the Mississippi State Department of Health reported 10,024 Mississippians had died of complications related to the coronavirus since March 19, 2020. Here are a few stories of those lost and those they've left behind.
Oct 20, 2021: Super Talk: Mississippi Senator Roger Wicker Joins Fight to Protect Coach Fired for Praying At School
Senator Roger Wicker wants the U.S. Supreme Court to reverse a lower court’s decision that allowed a coach in Washington state to be fired for silently kneeling and praying after school football games.
Senator Roger Wicker wants the U.S. Supreme Court to reverse a lower court’s decision that allowed a coach in Washington state to be fired for silently kneeling and praying after school football games.
Oct 20, 2021: Super Talk: Senator Kevin Blackwell details latest changes to medical marijuana bill
State lawmakers received an updated draft of a medical marijuana bill Monday afternoon. Senator Kevin Blackwell joined SuperTalk Mississippi this morning to discuss the multitude of changes.
State lawmakers received an updated draft of a medical marijuana bill Monday afternoon. Senator Kevin Blackwell joined SuperTalk Mississippi this morning to discuss the multitude of changes.
Dead men tell no tales. But they still have a plot
Oct 16, 2021: Magnolia State Live: Mississippi community and police march against violent crime
Earlier last Saturday, some 200 members of law enforcement and the community gathered in front of Jackson Police Department headquarters on Pascagoula Street. As the morning sun filtered through the crowd, people wore shirts with the words “Peace in the Streets, Unity in the Community” surrounding two hands forming a heart.
Earlier last Saturday, some 200 members of law enforcement and the community gathered in front of Jackson Police Department headquarters on Pascagoula Street. As the morning sun filtered through the crowd, people wore shirts with the words “Peace in the Streets, Unity in the Community” surrounding two hands forming a heart.
Oct 15, 2021: WHLT: Mistake in land records: Mississippi home is sold for $236
A Mississippi woman says county government sold her house for $236 because of a mix-up in land records — and she wants assurances that her family won’t be left homeless because of someone else’s mistake.
A Mississippi woman says county government sold her house for $236 because of a mix-up in land records — and she wants assurances that her family won’t be left homeless because of someone else’s mistake.
Oct 15, 2021: MJBizDaily: Mississippi gov issuing ‘unreasonable demands’ on cannabis, lawmakers say
Republican state lawmakers in Mississippi say that GOP Gov. Tate Reeves has been delaying a special session of the Legislature with “unreasonable demands” on parameters of a bill to legalize a medical cannabis program.
Republican state lawmakers in Mississippi say that GOP Gov. Tate Reeves has been delaying a special session of the Legislature with “unreasonable demands” on parameters of a bill to legalize a medical cannabis program.
My mom never said anything about running through the house with a sliding compound mitre saw.😎
Oct 13, 2021:
Mississippi Senator Roger Wicker sent a photo and comments to Twitter today saying "For 246 years, the United States Navy has sailed to the ends of the Earth to keep our nation safe. Last week, I had the opportunity to celebrate this historic milestone with @USNavy leaders and my Senate colleagues. Happy birthday to the Navy!"
BUT, really, folks: Wicker did not vote to impeach Donald Trump and is disinterested in holding him accountable for Jan 6 Deadly Riot and Insurrection. Roger Wicker has no concern for the safety of our nation unless its a photo op.
Mississippi Senator Roger Wicker sent a photo and comments to Twitter today saying "For 246 years, the United States Navy has sailed to the ends of the Earth to keep our nation safe. Last week, I had the opportunity to celebrate this historic milestone with @USNavy leaders and my Senate colleagues. Happy birthday to the Navy!"
BUT, really, folks: Wicker did not vote to impeach Donald Trump and is disinterested in holding him accountable for Jan 6 Deadly Riot and Insurrection. Roger Wicker has no concern for the safety of our nation unless its a photo op.
Oct 13, 2021: New York Daily: Trans man, 25, dies after being shot multiple times, then driving himself to Mississippi hospital
A Black transgender man from Jackson, Miss., was killed after being shot multiple times on Monday, police said.
After 25-year-old Mel Groves was shot, he drove himself to Merit Health Hospital in Jackson and then collapsed outside his car, according to local reports.
A Black transgender man from Jackson, Miss., was killed after being shot multiple times on Monday, police said.
After 25-year-old Mel Groves was shot, he drove himself to Merit Health Hospital in Jackson and then collapsed outside his car, according to local reports.
Oct 13, 2021: WTVA: Report: Tupelo Councilwoman Nettie Davis, Charles Penson indicted
This comes after a camera captured Davis prior to the June general election asking for money to raffle off to voters.
This comes after a camera captured Davis prior to the June general election asking for money to raffle off to voters.
Oct 13, 2021: WTVA: Could end of pandemic be near in Mississippi?
The number of COVID-19 cases in Mississippi has been decreasing.
But do not rule out another wave of cases, State Health Officer Dr. Thomas Dobbs said on Friday, Oct. 8
The number of COVID-19 cases in Mississippi has been decreasing.
But do not rule out another wave of cases, State Health Officer Dr. Thomas Dobbs said on Friday, Oct. 8
Oct 13, 2021: For The Win: Brett Favre should be ashamed of himself for still owing the state of Mississippi over $800K
Way back in May of 2020 we told you about the sports scandal nobody was talking about, at least at a national level – Brett Favre owing the state of Mississippi over $1 million dollars for money that was given to him from the state from funds that were supposed to go to families in need.
Way back in May of 2020 we told you about the sports scandal nobody was talking about, at least at a national level – Brett Favre owing the state of Mississippi over $1 million dollars for money that was given to him from the state from funds that were supposed to go to families in need.
Oct 13, 2021: SuperTalk: Four Mississippi women make their mark on NBC’s “The Voice”
Three sisters from Brandon formed a trio called KCK3 and last week, during the blind audition, they performed Ariana Grande’s “No Tears Left to Cry”. As you can see in the following video, Chelsea Cooper, Kyla Keller, and Kaitlynn Keller wowed the judges.
Three sisters from Brandon formed a trio called KCK3 and last week, during the blind audition, they performed Ariana Grande’s “No Tears Left to Cry”. As you can see in the following video, Chelsea Cooper, Kyla Keller, and Kaitlynn Keller wowed the judges.
Oct 12, 2021:WJTV: One-on-one with Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann
In a one-on-one interview with Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann, 12 News talked to him about education, medical marijuana and money coming into Mississippi from the COVID-19 stimulus.
In a one-on-one interview with Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann, 12 News talked to him about education, medical marijuana and money coming into Mississippi from the COVID-19 stimulus.
Oct 12, 2021: WTVA: 719 additional COVID cases, 26 additional deaths reported in Mississippi
The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) reported 719 additional COVID-19 cases and 26 additional deaths in its Wednesday morning report.
The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) reported 719 additional COVID-19 cases and 26 additional deaths in its Wednesday morning report.
Oct 12, 2021: SuperTalk: Governor Reeves, DPS tout success of ‘Skip the Line’ program
The program, which allows Mississippians to schedule appointments at bureaus and renew licenses online, was aimed at improving wait times across the state. During a press conference this afternoon, Governor Tate Reeves and DPS Commissioner Sean Tindell touted the success of the program while also offering a look at further improvements.
The program, which allows Mississippians to schedule appointments at bureaus and renew licenses online, was aimed at improving wait times across the state. During a press conference this afternoon, Governor Tate Reeves and DPS Commissioner Sean Tindell touted the success of the program while also offering a look at further improvements.
Oct 12, 2021: Darkhorse Press: Pascagoula Community Mourns Fallen Fire Department Captain
Captain Jacob Latch, 38, has passed away at MD Anderson in Houston, Texas, after being diagnosed with a rare form of cancer known as epithelioid hemangioendothelioma that attacks the spine and lungs. The cancer, according to the Pascagoula Fire Department, was spreading aggressively in that time.
Captain Jacob Latch, 38, has passed away at MD Anderson in Houston, Texas, after being diagnosed with a rare form of cancer known as epithelioid hemangioendothelioma that attacks the spine and lungs. The cancer, according to the Pascagoula Fire Department, was spreading aggressively in that time.
Oct 12, 2021: Mississippi Today: ‘What’s happening in this house is hurting me’: Why students at Alcorn State called for their president to resign
Since the student protest at the end of September, Mississippi Today spoke with more than a dozen students, faculty and alumni. They say that since Nave became president in 2019, she has made Alcorn a tougher place for low-income, marginalized students.
Since the student protest at the end of September, Mississippi Today spoke with more than a dozen students, faculty and alumni. They say that since Nave became president in 2019, she has made Alcorn a tougher place for low-income, marginalized students.
Oct 12, 2021: New Republic: They Gave Black Mothers in Mississippi $1,000 a Month. It Changed Their Lives.
A basic income experiment in the state should teach national Democrats a lesson as they weigh a permanent Child Tax Credit.
A basic income experiment in the state should teach national Democrats a lesson as they weigh a permanent Child Tax Credit.
Oct 12, 2021: Magnolia State Live: Two attorneys file discrimination lawsuit against Mississippi supervisors — say their rights violate because they are black, women
Attorneys Lydia Roberta Blackmon and Aisha S. Sanders filed a lawsuit against each member of the Adams County Board of Supervisors. Supervisors were served with the lawsuit Monday morning.
Attorneys Lydia Roberta Blackmon and Aisha S. Sanders filed a lawsuit against each member of the Adams County Board of Supervisors. Supervisors were served with the lawsuit Monday morning.
Oct 12, 2021: Y'all Politics: Governor Reeves extends COVID-related State of Emergency another 30 days
On Monday afternoon, Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves, in coordination with State Health Officer Thomas Dobbs and MEMA Executive Director Stephen McCraney, announced the extension of the State of Emergency related to COVID-19 for an additional 30 days.
On Monday afternoon, Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves, in coordination with State Health Officer Thomas Dobbs and MEMA Executive Director Stephen McCraney, announced the extension of the State of Emergency related to COVID-19 for an additional 30 days.
October 11, 2021:
Frank Corder over at Y'all Politics (a GOP Mississippi blessed website) exposes his paranoia by writing: "The Democrats’ playbook seems to be to use any spike to advocate for another round of government “relief,” increasing their stranglehold on the U.S. economy through more social programs and cradle-to-grave handouts as they play Robin Hood using “equity” and “fairness” as their primary talking points in their pursuit to appeal to the masses." Here that? the Covid pandemic is all about Democrats trying to take control of the economy!?????? Nothing to connect any dots but he used the words "Democrat playbook" and that makes him look "gosh durn smart" in the eyes of many right wing GOPers. Corder used to be somewhat mainstream GOP back when I was rightwing .....apparently he is now treading water on reality along with the right wingers.
Frank Corder over at Y'all Politics (a GOP Mississippi blessed website) exposes his paranoia by writing: "The Democrats’ playbook seems to be to use any spike to advocate for another round of government “relief,” increasing their stranglehold on the U.S. economy through more social programs and cradle-to-grave handouts as they play Robin Hood using “equity” and “fairness” as their primary talking points in their pursuit to appeal to the masses." Here that? the Covid pandemic is all about Democrats trying to take control of the economy!?????? Nothing to connect any dots but he used the words "Democrat playbook" and that makes him look "gosh durn smart" in the eyes of many right wing GOPers. Corder used to be somewhat mainstream GOP back when I was rightwing .....apparently he is now treading water on reality along with the right wingers.
Oct 11, 2021: Mississippi Today: Ballot initiative fix not likely to occur during 2021 special session
Chairs of both the House and Senate Constitution committees said they would prefer to take up the issue of reinstating the initiative process in January when the new session begins. Reeves is expected to call a special session to allow the Legislature to address legalizing medical marijuana.
Chairs of both the House and Senate Constitution committees said they would prefer to take up the issue of reinstating the initiative process in January when the new session begins. Reeves is expected to call a special session to allow the Legislature to address legalizing medical marijuana.
Oct 11, 2021: Y'all Politics: Monitor confirmed COVID-19 cases in Mississippi
MSDH officials have recommended that individuals practice social distancing and people do not gather in groups more than 10. Schools, businesses and even state legislature have shut down for the time being in an attempt to “flatten the curve.”
MSDH officials have recommended that individuals practice social distancing and people do not gather in groups more than 10. Schools, businesses and even state legislature have shut down for the time being in an attempt to “flatten the curve.”
Oct 11, 2021: Fan Nation: Mississippi State Football Mount Rushmore: Taking a Look At The All-Time Greats
Mississippi State football has had its ups and downs throughout recent history, but appears to be on a major upswing now and has several prospects on the current team who will go on to the NFL in coming years.
Mississippi State football has had its ups and downs throughout recent history, but appears to be on a major upswing now and has several prospects on the current team who will go on to the NFL in coming years.
Oct 9, 2021: Clarion Ledger: Supervisor David Archie appeals his removal as VP, says vote was 'inappropriate and invalid'
District 2 Supervisor David Archie filed the appeal Thursday, saying the board's vote "was unlawful because it did not conform with the Fourteenth Amendment due process requirements."
District 2 Supervisor David Archie filed the appeal Thursday, saying the board's vote "was unlawful because it did not conform with the Fourteenth Amendment due process requirements."
Oct 8, 2021: Daily Journal: Five main goals: Oxford Christian school aims to transform culture through scripture
“We want to infuse a Christian worldview into everything,” Bell said. “We use academics, fine arts, and sports to teach our students to be people who love God and who can defend their faith in the world.”
“We want to infuse a Christian worldview into everything,” Bell said. “We use academics, fine arts, and sports to teach our students to be people who love God and who can defend their faith in the world.”
Sept 30, 2021: Y'all Politics: Ingalls tells employees get vaccinated or lose job due to President Biden’s federal COVID vaccine mandate
“Being fully vaccinated by December 8, 2021 will be a condition of continued employment,” Ingalls President tells employees in memo.
“Being fully vaccinated by December 8, 2021 will be a condition of continued employment,” Ingalls President tells employees in memo.
Sept 24, 2021; Hattiesburg American: State leaders want a special session to address COVID relief and medical marijuana
Mississippi Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann and Speaker of the House Philip Gunn said Friday they want Gov. Tate Reeves to call a special legislative session to address COVID-19 relief and legalizing medical marijuana.
Mississippi Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann and Speaker of the House Philip Gunn said Friday they want Gov. Tate Reeves to call a special legislative session to address COVID-19 relief and legalizing medical marijuana.
Sept 24, 2021: Hattiesburg American: Joint committee hears from Mississippi agencies as prep for 2022-23 budget begins
Mississippi's joint legislative budget committee heard from an array of state agency heads Friday as part of an all-day hearing to help lawmakers start planning for next year's state budget.
Mississippi's joint legislative budget committee heard from an array of state agency heads Friday as part of an all-day hearing to help lawmakers start planning for next year's state budget.
Sept 23, 2021: Star Herald: SHOULD FITCH HAVE BODYGUARDS?
Does Mississippi’s attorney general need bodyguards? Until Lynn Fitch got the job, those who served in that position apparently did not think it did.
Does Mississippi’s attorney general need bodyguards? Until Lynn Fitch got the job, those who served in that position apparently did not think it did.
Sept 21, 2021: WLOX: Mississippi takes management of prison from private company
The Mississippi Department of Corrections is taking over operation of Marshall County Correctional Facility — a prison that has been privately run since it opened 25 years ago.
The Mississippi Department of Corrections is taking over operation of Marshall County Correctional Facility — a prison that has been privately run since it opened 25 years ago.
Sept 20, 2021: SuperTalk: Supreme Court sets December 1 date to hear arguments in Mississippi abortion case
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in the review of a Mississippi case that could overturn Roe v. Wade on December 1st.
Both Attorney General Lynn Fitch and the state’s lone abortion clinic have filed briefs with the court in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization--the case that involves the 15-week abortion ban adopted by the Mississippi Legislature in 2018. While the bill was signed into law by then-Govenor Phil Bryant, it was blocked by a federal judge and deemed unconstitutional.
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in the review of a Mississippi case that could overturn Roe v. Wade on December 1st.
Both Attorney General Lynn Fitch and the state’s lone abortion clinic have filed briefs with the court in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization--the case that involves the 15-week abortion ban adopted by the Mississippi Legislature in 2018. While the bill was signed into law by then-Govenor Phil Bryant, it was blocked by a federal judge and deemed unconstitutional.
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Sept 20, 2021: WTVA: Jake Tapper's full interview with Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves
CNN's Jake Tapper presses Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves on his state's response to the coronavirus pandemic as Mississippi reports the highest coronavirus death count per capita in the nation. |
Sept 20, 2021: WTVA: Jake Tapper's full interview with Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves
CNN's Jake Tapper presses Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves on his state's response to the coronavirus pandemic as Mississippi reports the highest coronavirus death count per capita in the nation.
CNN's Jake Tapper presses Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves on his state's response to the coronavirus pandemic as Mississippi reports the highest coronavirus death count per capita in the nation.
Sept 20, 2021: WTVA: 2,321 more COVID cases, 49 more deaths in Mississippi
The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) reported 2,321 more COVID cases and 49 more deaths in its Friday morning report.
The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) reported 2,321 more COVID cases and 49 more deaths in its Friday morning report.
Just had an argument about which vowel is the most important. I won.😎
Sept 16, 2021: Clarion Ledger: Since Aug. 1, Mississippi health department has reported 1,622 coronavirus deaths
While COVID-19 hospitalizations are on the decline in Mississippi, the state is now leading the nation in coronavirus-related deaths per capita.
While COVID-19 hospitalizations are on the decline in Mississippi, the state is now leading the nation in coronavirus-related deaths per capita.
Sept 15, 2021:
Governor Tate Reeves extends COVID state of emergency in Mississippi yesterday. Gov Tater Tot Reeves should extend it to the end of his term since he doesnt think its a big deal anyway. Over 18,000 Students Covid-19 Coronavirus Positive Since August but Gov Tater Tot Reeves says it's OK cuz people in the south "believe in eternal life." Ignorant of reality, GOP Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves call Biden vaccine mandate ‘tyranny’ Tater Tot wouldn't know tyranny if it hit him in the face.
Governor Tate Reeves extends COVID state of emergency in Mississippi yesterday. Gov Tater Tot Reeves should extend it to the end of his term since he doesnt think its a big deal anyway. Over 18,000 Students Covid-19 Coronavirus Positive Since August but Gov Tater Tot Reeves says it's OK cuz people in the south "believe in eternal life." Ignorant of reality, GOP Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves call Biden vaccine mandate ‘tyranny’ Tater Tot wouldn't know tyranny if it hit him in the face.
Sept 15, 2021: Natchez Democrat: State Health Department urging pregnant women to be vaccinated
The Mississippi State Department of Health is urging pregnant women to be vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect them and their unborn child.
The Mississippi State Department of Health is urging pregnant women to be vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect them and their unborn child.
Sept 7, 2021: The Star Herald: FIRST, IT WAS COMMON CORE. NOW, CRITICAL RACE THEORY IS THE ‘BIGGEST THREAT’ TO MISSISSIPPI SCHOOLS.
Now, some of the same people are making similar arguments about critical race theory. Both Gov. Tate Reeves and House Speaker Philip Gunn, whom many believe will challenge the incumbent governor in the 2023 Republican primary, used a considerable amount of their time at the Neshoba County Fair political speeches in late July pledging to pass legislation during the 2022 session preventing the teaching of critical race theory.
Now, some of the same people are making similar arguments about critical race theory. Both Gov. Tate Reeves and House Speaker Philip Gunn, whom many believe will challenge the incumbent governor in the 2023 Republican primary, used a considerable amount of their time at the Neshoba County Fair political speeches in late July pledging to pass legislation during the 2022 session preventing the teaching of critical race theory.
Sept 5, 2021: Supertalk: Hosemann honored by National Guard for efforts to increase voting access
Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann has been recognized by the National Guard Association for his efforts to increase access to voting for overseas servicemembers. The Lt. Governor’s office shared the following information regarding the award.
Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann has been recognized by the National Guard Association for his efforts to increase access to voting for overseas servicemembers. The Lt. Governor’s office shared the following information regarding the award.
A horse in Mississippi was asked if he wanted dewormer to fight Covid.
He replied, "Are you nuts? What do I look like, a Republican?"
He replied, "Are you nuts? What do I look like, a Republican?"
Sept 3, 2021: Natchez Democrat: First Common Core, now critical race theory threatens public schools in Mississippi
First, it was Common Core. Now, critical race theory is the ‘biggest threat’ to Mississippi schools.
First, it was Common Core. Now, critical race theory is the ‘biggest threat’ to Mississippi schools.
Sept 1, 2021:
Christians who revered Rush Limbaugh, or the like, as a prophet of some kind best realize that he was never right about climate change. "Climate Change" is very real and the fruit of that is becoming clearer and clearer.
Spent an hour in line this am for gas. Most of the cars had Louisiana tags, so since New Orleans and surrounding do not have any gas they are coming up here. I had to get gas because my tank was running low. A lot of the folks were filling their cars and lots of gas cans. Some may be for legit reasons, others probably storing it along with their toilet paper stockpile. The Walmart grocery store had about half or more of their food aisles totally empty. Going through the pandemic and now this, it is amazing how people grab hold of "having as much as I can get" in an attempt to feel secure.
Christians who revered Rush Limbaugh, or the like, as a prophet of some kind best realize that he was never right about climate change. "Climate Change" is very real and the fruit of that is becoming clearer and clearer.
Spent an hour in line this am for gas. Most of the cars had Louisiana tags, so since New Orleans and surrounding do not have any gas they are coming up here. I had to get gas because my tank was running low. A lot of the folks were filling their cars and lots of gas cans. Some may be for legit reasons, others probably storing it along with their toilet paper stockpile. The Walmart grocery store had about half or more of their food aisles totally empty. Going through the pandemic and now this, it is amazing how people grab hold of "having as much as I can get" in an attempt to feel secure.
Most of my near-death experiences involve Cling Wrap😎
Aug 28, 2021: Natchez Democrat: Aug. 27 a shameful anniversary for Natchez
Mitchell wrote, “Members of the Ku Klux Klan, some of whom worked with Metcalfe at the Armstrong Tire plant at Natchez, decided to attack him, planting a bomb inside his car. When he turned on the engine, the bomb exploded.
“The phone rang at the NAACP office with news that Metcalfe had been killed, but it was a lie,” he wrote. “He miraculously survived.”
Mitchell wrote, “Members of the Ku Klux Klan, some of whom worked with Metcalfe at the Armstrong Tire plant at Natchez, decided to attack him, planting a bomb inside his car. When he turned on the engine, the bomb exploded.
“The phone rang at the NAACP office with news that Metcalfe had been killed, but it was a lie,” he wrote. “He miraculously survived.”
Aug 26, 2021: Clarion Ledger: Rankin County school officials: Masks required in schools until at least end of September
Rankin County School District officials announced they will continue to require masks to be worn by students, employees and visitors until at least the end of September.
Rankin County School District officials announced they will continue to require masks to be worn by students, employees and visitors until at least the end of September.
Aug 26, 2021: Clarion Ledger: Lawmakers hear from tax experts as Republicans look to repeal Mississippi's income tax
After two days of hearings at the state Capitol, it no longer appears to be a question of if Mississippi lawmakers will make major changes to the state's tax codes, but a question of how.
After two days of hearings at the state Capitol, it no longer appears to be a question of if Mississippi lawmakers will make major changes to the state's tax codes, but a question of how.
Aug 22, 2021: Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal: BOBBY HARRISON: Gov. Tate Reeves was a non-equivocator until COVID-19 vaccines
“I don’t believe public sector entities have the authority to mandate vaccines,” Reeves said. “I don’t think private sector entities should mandate vaccines, but if an individual doesn’t like what their boss is doing, I guess they can go find another job.”
“I don’t believe public sector entities have the authority to mandate vaccines,” Reeves said. “I don’t think private sector entities should mandate vaccines, but if an individual doesn’t like what their boss is doing, I guess they can go find another job.”
Aug 19, 2021: Gulf Breeze News: COVID-19 increases concern Baptist Hospital CEO
The bad news is, the Delta variant of COVID-19 is overwhelming the healthcare system here in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. The good news is, the area is not seeing so many deaths from this third surge of the disease as it has in the past.
The bad news is, the Delta variant of COVID-19 is overwhelming the healthcare system here in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. The good news is, the area is not seeing so many deaths from this third surge of the disease as it has in the past.
Aug 19, 2021: Gulf Breeze News: City residents are good at recycling
Gulf Breeze City Manager Samantha Abell told members of Gulf Breeze City Council at Monday night’s meeting that Gulf Breeze residents are doing a good job of recycling, as revealed by the city’s low 16% contamination level.
Gulf Breeze City Manager Samantha Abell told members of Gulf Breeze City Council at Monday night’s meeting that Gulf Breeze residents are doing a good job of recycling, as revealed by the city’s low 16% contamination level.
Aug 18, 2021: Madison County Journal: Madison schools now requiring masks
The Madison County Schools district is operating under a COVID-19 protocol system with Levels 1 through 3. Under Levels 1 and 2 masks are optional for all faculty and students (PreK-12) regardless of vaccination status.
The Madison County Schools district is operating under a COVID-19 protocol system with Levels 1 through 3. Under Levels 1 and 2 masks are optional for all faculty and students (PreK-12) regardless of vaccination status.
Aug 18, 2021: Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal: Rep. Dana Criswell calls Tupelo School Board 'arrogant and uncaring'
State Rep. Dana Criswell, R-Olive Branch, has decried the Tupelo Public School District Board of Trustees as "arrogant and uncaring" and urged Tupelo parents to get their students "as far away from these people as possible."
State Rep. Dana Criswell, R-Olive Branch, has decried the Tupelo Public School District Board of Trustees as "arrogant and uncaring" and urged Tupelo parents to get their students "as far away from these people as possible."
Aug 18, 2021: Jackson Free Press: Mississippi Quarantines 20,000 With 5,993 Students Positive For COVID; Teen Deaths Rise
With both siblings wearing backpacks, Mkayla Robinson put her arms around her little brother, and the two smiled for a photo on Friday, Aug. 6., as they prepared to leave home to start her final year of junior high and his first day of kindergarten. But eight days into her eighth-grade year at Raleigh Junior High, Robinson died of COVID-19 on Saturday, Aug. 14, mere hours after testing positive for the virus.
With both siblings wearing backpacks, Mkayla Robinson put her arms around her little brother, and the two smiled for a photo on Friday, Aug. 6., as they prepared to leave home to start her final year of junior high and his first day of kindergarten. But eight days into her eighth-grade year at Raleigh Junior High, Robinson died of COVID-19 on Saturday, Aug. 14, mere hours after testing positive for the virus.
8.14.21:
A fifth child has died from Covid in Mississippi.
8th Grader Dies With COVID Hours After Reeves Downplays Child Cases
--brought to you by the prolife GOP in Mississippi
A fifth child has died from Covid in Mississippi.
8th Grader Dies With COVID Hours After Reeves Downplays Child Cases
--brought to you by the prolife GOP in Mississippi
Aug 9, 2021: Laurel Leader Call: ‘Forts-to-Ports’ project added to infrastructure bill
On Tuesday, the U.S. Senate unanimously approved an amendment adding congressional authorization of the full five-state corridor expansion of Interstate-14 to the pending Bipartisan Infrastructure Package. The completed I-14 would run from Midland-Odessa, Texas through Laurel and end at Augusta, Ga.
On Tuesday, the U.S. Senate unanimously approved an amendment adding congressional authorization of the full five-state corridor expansion of Interstate-14 to the pending Bipartisan Infrastructure Package. The completed I-14 would run from Midland-Odessa, Texas through Laurel and end at Augusta, Ga.
Aug 4, 2021: Jackson Free Press: Sheriff Lee Vance Dies After Testing Positive for COVID-19
The sheriff of Mississippi's largest county has died, almost two weeks after he tested positive for COVID-19 amid an outbreak of the illness at a jail he oversaw. The Hinds County Sheriff's Department said an ambulance was sent to the home of Sheriff Lee Vance on Wednesday morning.
The sheriff of Mississippi's largest county has died, almost two weeks after he tested positive for COVID-19 amid an outbreak of the illness at a jail he oversaw. The Hinds County Sheriff's Department said an ambulance was sent to the home of Sheriff Lee Vance on Wednesday morning.
July 4, 2021: Y'all Politics: Fauci on MTP says he’d be wearing a mask in Biloxi even if vaxxed
Dr. Anthony Fauci was featured on meet the press this morning and stated that if he was in Biloxi, Mississippi, he would still wear a mask due to the low vaccination rates in Mississippi even though he’s vaccinated.
Dr. Anthony Fauci was featured on meet the press this morning and stated that if he was in Biloxi, Mississippi, he would still wear a mask due to the low vaccination rates in Mississippi even though he’s vaccinated.
May 28, 2021: Religion News: Supreme Court’s hearing of Mississippi abortion law is a gut check for pro-lifers
Last week, the Supreme Court agreed to take up the most important challenge to a U.S. abortion law in nearly three decades. Under scrutiny is Mississippi’s statute protecting most prenatal children beyond 15 weeks of gestation. If Roe v. Wade is still the controlling precedent, Mississippi’s law will likely be found unconstitutional, as the majority opinion in Roe stated that all abortion limits prior to viability violate a woman’s right to privacy.
Last week, the Supreme Court agreed to take up the most important challenge to a U.S. abortion law in nearly three decades. Under scrutiny is Mississippi’s statute protecting most prenatal children beyond 15 weeks of gestation. If Roe v. Wade is still the controlling precedent, Mississippi’s law will likely be found unconstitutional, as the majority opinion in Roe stated that all abortion limits prior to viability violate a woman’s right to privacy.
Mar 19, 2021: Fox News: Gov. Reeves: Mississippi Fairness Act will 'protect young girls'
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves, R., pushed back against President Biden’s executive order calling on schools to allow students to participate in sports under their chosen gender, telling "America Reports" legislators made a "smart, well-intentioned decision" by passing the Mississippi Fairness Act.
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves, R., pushed back against President Biden’s executive order calling on schools to allow students to participate in sports under their chosen gender, telling "America Reports" legislators made a "smart, well-intentioned decision" by passing the Mississippi Fairness Act.
Mar 19, 2021: Clarion Ledger: State health officials: South Africa COVID-19 variant identified in a Mississippi resident
The South Africa COVID-19 variant has been identified in one Mississippi resident in Harrison County, State Health Officer Thomas Dobbs said Friday during a local media briefing.
The South Africa COVID-19 variant has been identified in one Mississippi resident in Harrison County, State Health Officer Thomas Dobbs said Friday during a local media briefing.
Nov 11, 2020: Newsweek: Mississippi State Rep Calls for State to Leave the Union and Form Its Own Country Amid Biden Win
Mississippi State Rep. Price Wallace called for the state to "succeed" from the rest of the United States just hours after former Vice President Joe Biden was named the winner of the presidential election.
Mississippi State Rep. Price Wallace called for the state to "succeed" from the rest of the United States just hours after former Vice President Joe Biden was named the winner of the presidential election.
covid: Mississippi
Sept 3, 2020: The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) reported 751 new COVID-19 cases and 10 new deaths. In South Mississippi, that number breaks down to 95 new cases and three new deaths reported for the six southernmost counties., Sept. 3.
5.27.20: Gov. Tate Reeves announced today that the remaining closed businesses in Mississippi will be able to reopen on Monday, June 1 when the ‘Safer at Home’ order expires. “On June 1, there will be no more closures,” Reeves said. “There will still be health and safety guidelines—but our Safer at Home order will expire, and Mississippi will be open for business. We must do everything in our power to prevent economic catastrophe. That means trusting you to protect your family, while allowing Mississippians to earn a living.” -Mississippi Center For Public Policy
8.21.20: Biloxi High has a total student population of 1,741 students. Of those, 185 students and teachers are now quarantined after contact tracing showed they may have been exposed to the virus.
Superintendent Marcus Boudreaux put out a plea to parents Thursday, asking them to help enforce social distancing and masks on the weekends.
WLOX: 185 students, teachers at Biloxi High in quarantine after 11 test positive 8.21.20
Superintendent Marcus Boudreaux put out a plea to parents Thursday, asking them to help enforce social distancing and masks on the weekends.
WLOX: 185 students, teachers at Biloxi High in quarantine after 11 test positive 8.21.20
Aug 24, 2020: An entire fourth grade class in Mississippi is in quarantine after a student and more than half of the class' teachers tested positive for the coronavirus. -WTVA
Aug 28, 2020: WXXV: Mississippi Department of Health reports 599 new COVID-19 cases and 14 new deaths
- Hancock County now has 480 cases and 18 deaths
- Harrison County is at 3,200 cases and 53 deaths
- Jackson County has 2,932 cases and 59 deaths
- Stone County is at 306 cases and nine deaths
- George County has 674 cases and 12 deaths
- Pearl River County has 733 cases and 48 deaths
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