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The sky is the limit on The Slab

Mississippi Government News - Wed, 05/17/2023 - 11:35

Amateur and professional skateboarders in the Jackson-Metro area to gather at The Slab, as it is affectionately known.

      
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The Slab, Jackson's answer to a skatepark, welcomes skaters of all ages

Mississippi Government News - Wed, 05/17/2023 - 10:06

Built in 2015 by locals, The Slab skatepark is the only park of its kind in the area and welcomes people of all ages and skillsets.

      
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'Mississippi miracle': Kids' reading scores have soared in Deep South states

Mississippi Government News - Wed, 05/17/2023 - 09:10

Mississippi, Alabama and Louisiana have seen a promising turnaround in their student reading scores after passing a series of similar literacy reforms.

      
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Jackson Police Department, Mississippi Department of Public Safety honor fallen officers.

Mississippi Government News - Wed, 05/17/2023 - 05:05

The Jackson Police Department, Mississippi Department of Public Safety honor fallen officers who died in the line of duty.

      
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Brandon HS Class of 2023 Graduates at Bulldog Stadium Tuesday

Mississippi Government News - Wed, 05/17/2023 - 00:07

Brandon High School's class of 2023 graduates at Bulldog Stadium Tuesday evening.

      
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Brandon Presley announces ethics platform, says it will be top priority on day one as gov.

Mississippi Government News - Tue, 05/16/2023 - 15:42

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Brandon Presley announced a number of ethics proposals that he said he would call a special session on if elected.

      
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What we know about bomb threat at Jackson State University

Mississippi Government News - Tue, 05/16/2023 - 15:23

A bomb threat was phoned in to Jackson State University. An all-clear was given following an investigation.

      
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Holly Brand was eliminated from 'The Voice.' See what she said about the experience

Mississippi Government News - Tue, 05/16/2023 - 14:51

Holly Brand was eliminated from 'The Voice.' See what she said about the experience

      
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Mississippi Department of Public Safety Fallen Officers Memorial Service

Mississippi Government News - Tue, 05/16/2023 - 14:08

Mississippi Department of Public Safety Fallen Officers Memorial Service honors officers lost in the line of duty.

      
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Armed Mississippi man killed by police after barricading himself inside assisted care home

Mississippi Government News - Tue, 05/16/2023 - 13:28

A Mississippi man was shot and killed by police Tuesday morning after he barricaded himself inside a residence and "presented a gun toward officers."

      
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Brett Favre asks Mississippi Supreme Court to remove him from welfare lawsuit

Mississippi Government News - Tue, 05/16/2023 - 12:25

Brett Favre is asking the Mississippi Supreme Court to remove him as a defendant in a civil lawsuit that seeks to recover misspent welfare money.

      
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Saddleback Church, others set to appeal ouster from Southern Baptist Convention

Mississippi Government News - Tue, 05/16/2023 - 12:03

Saddleback Church and two other churches plan to appeal ouster from the SBC. Saddleback and Louisville church were disfellowshipped for women pastors.

      
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See how Mississippi's Holly Brand did on 'The Voice.' She wowed judges. Was it enough?

Mississippi Government News - Tue, 05/16/2023 - 09:33

Mississippi's Holly Brand wowed 'The Voice' judges on Monday's episode. See if she advanced.

      
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Chapel Hart's new album drops this week. Find out what's on it and where to buy it

Mississippi Government News - Tue, 05/16/2023 - 05:06

Chapel Hart's "Glory Days" album is set for release Friday. Read about the group's new music and what they are up to now.

      
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UMMC to host summit to encourage Black men to pursue health carriers. How to attend

Mississippi Government News - Tue, 05/16/2023 - 05:06

The University of Mississippi Medical will host a Black Men in Health Care Empowerment Summit on Saturday, June 10

      
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Mississippi doctor charged with fondling teenage patients

Mississippi Government News - Mon, 05/15/2023 - 15:32

A Mississippi doctor has been arrested and had his medical license suspended over allegations that he fondled teenage patients.

      
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Mississippi removes hurdle to child care for low-income single parents

Mississippi Government News - Mon, 05/15/2023 - 14:10

Single parents in Mississippi will no longer face a policy that made it difficult for them to receive help paying for child care.

      
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Hinds County judge declines to block HB 1020, but federal order remains in effect for now

Mississippi Government News - Mon, 05/15/2023 - 13:08

A Hinds County judge ruled with the state in a challenge to the controversial HB 1020, but said he hears the criticism and "is not unmoved."

      
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One Mississippi 'American Idol' contestant out. One advances. See who made it to finale

Mississippi Government News - Mon, 05/15/2023 - 11:58

Mississippi contestants sing classic Disney songs on 'American Idol.' See who advanced to next week's finale and a chance to be next 'American Idol.'

      
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Jackson's federally appointed water manager may also take over the city's sewer system

Mississippi Government News - Fri, 05/12/2023 - 17:22

A federal appointee is managing the water system in Mississippi's capital city, and the same might soon be true for the city's sewer system.

      
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