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Bald eagle released in northeast Mississippi after rehab

Mississippi Government News - Mon, 03/13/2023 - 10:11

A bald eagle that had been struck by a vehicle has been released in northeast Mississippi after being rehabilitated.

      
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MAEP funding dispute latest example of conflict between Mississippi Republican leaders

Mississippi Government News - Mon, 03/13/2023 - 05:05

While Republicans hold a strong grip on lawmaking in Mississippi, they often find themselves in conflict with each other over certain policies.

      
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Major construction projects underway at Stennis International Airport in Hancock County

Mississippi Government News - Mon, 03/13/2023 - 05:03

Three major construction projects are underway at Stennis International Airport and a major expansion construction to begin soon with federal funds.

      
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'American Idol' loves contestants from Amory. We went there to find out why

Mississippi Government News - Mon, 03/13/2023 - 05:01

Amory is a small town in Mississippi but it's gaining national attention with two contestants competing and a past winner on "American Idol."

      
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Mississippi man gets 2 years for threats to CDC officials

Mississippi Government News - Fri, 03/10/2023 - 17:02

A Mississippi man allegedly upset about the COVID-19 vaccination program has been sentenced to two years in prison for threatening federal health officials.

      
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Jackson Zoo Spring Break Camp set. See what to expect, how to attend

Mississippi Government News - Fri, 03/10/2023 - 16:25

The Jackson Zoo Spring Break Camp, a popular program for youth ages 6 through 12, is back for 2023 for the first time in several years.

      
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Charitable group to host Spring Break English language camp to improve literacy skills

Mississippi Government News - Fri, 03/10/2023 - 13:54

Test-Taking Solution Foundation is hosting a Spring Break English-Language Arts Boot Camp with a literacy focus for first grade through 12th grade.

      
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Looking to get your summer body ready? Check out these tips and deals at area gyms

Mississippi Government News - Fri, 03/10/2023 - 11:29

With Spring around the corner, local fitness facilities have deals to help get your beach body ready for the summer.

      
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Mississippi man sentenced to 42 months in prison for cross burning

Mississippi Government News - Fri, 03/10/2023 - 10:05

A Mississippi man who burned a cross in his front yard to intimidate his Black neighbors was sentenced to 42 months in prison.

      
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Mississippi-born Comeback Sauce: a Southern tradition

Mississippi Government News - Fri, 03/10/2023 - 09:23

Comeback Sauce is a Mississippi-born tradition that goes well on salads, sandwiches and more

      
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The homeless problem is growing in Jackson. How equipped is the city to manage the issue?

Mississippi Government News - Fri, 03/10/2023 - 05:00

Homelessness is a growing problem in Jackson, with numbers rising each year. The city and many nonprofits have devoted substantial resources to help.

      
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State Supreme Court rules against Lumumba in garbage fight. Mayor cannot veto a 'no' vote

Mississippi Government News - Thu, 03/09/2023 - 14:00

The court ruled against Lumumba's attempts to veto the Jackson City Council's refusal to approve the Mayor's preferred garbage collection contract

      
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What was the violence that led FedEx to pause Jackson routes?

Mississippi Government News - Thu, 03/09/2023 - 13:56

In 2021, FedEx driver Robert Williams was shot and killed while he was sitting inside his truck on Booker T. Washington Street.

      
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Some measures survive deadline in the legislature, others die, including a big Jackson bill

Mississippi Government News - Thu, 03/09/2023 - 13:31

One controversial Jackson bill died, another survived. See which bills made it through the latest major deadline in the Mississippi Legislature.

      
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There's something new coming to Bok Homa Casino. We explain

Mississippi Government News - Thu, 03/09/2023 - 13:09

The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians announced Thursday that Bok Homa Casino will be expanding again.

      
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Release of additional Tyre Nichols footage, audio, documents to be placed on hold after court order

Mississippi Government News - Wed, 03/08/2023 - 13:44

The court order was signed Wednesday and blocks the release of documents relating to the Tyre Nichols investigation until further notice.

      
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Tucker Carlson said he hates Trump 'passionately.' Takeaways from Dominion-Fox News lawsuit documents

Mississippi Government News - Wed, 03/08/2023 - 13:43

"I hate him passionately," Tucker Carlson wrote of ex-President Donald Trump in a text in Dominion Voting Systems' $1.6 billion suit against Fox News.

      
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Mississippi joins rest of the nation, extends postpartum Medicaid coverage to one year

Mississippi Government News - Wed, 03/08/2023 - 05:04

The Mississippi Legislature has voted to send a bill to extend postpartum Medicaid coverage to the desk of Gov. Tate Reeves, who has vowed to sign it.

      
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'Things have drastically changed': Mississippi River rebounds, efforts switch to prevention

Mississippi Government News - Wed, 03/08/2023 - 05:01

Last fall, the Mississippi River reached historic lows. That crisis has eased, but advocates are trying to prevent future problems.

      
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Mississippi Senate OKs bill allowing expanded role for state police, appointed judges in majority-Black city

Mississippi Government News - Tue, 03/07/2023 - 22:48

The Mississippi Senate passed a controversial bill Tuesday, drastically increasing state involvement in the majority-Black capital city of Jackson.

      
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