Bus riders to Montgomery retrace old steps while renewing the fight for voting rights
By Bill Barrow, Associated Press | Originally published by Mississippi Today MONTGOMERY, Ala. — In 1965, Black Americans peacefully demonstrated
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Craft Road to close May 26 for roadway expansion, officials say
Mayor Ken Adams and the Olive Branch Police and Fire departments say Craft Road between Church Road and College Road will be closed beginning May 26 for a roadway expansion project.
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FAQ: Mississippi redistricting. Why does it matter? What’s being considered?
By Taylor Vance | Originally published by Mississippi Today Audio recording is automated for accessibility. Humans wrote and edited the
Read MoreUnited Way launches Stuff the Bus drive in DeSoto County
United Way of the Mid-South said it will collect school supplies in DeSoto County from June 1-30 and host a drop-off and volunteer event July 1 at Horn Lake High School.
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Officials mark start of EMS Week, praise paramedics, EMTs and drivers
Officials said EMS Week begins today and urged residents to recognize paramedics, EMTs and drivers for their lifesaving work and constant readiness.
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Storm Prediction Center issues slight risk of severe storms for parts of Arkansas, Missouri and Tennessee
The Storm Prediction Center has placed northeast Arkansas, the Missouri bootheel and far West Tennessee in a Slight Risk for severe thunderstorms on Tuesday, with a Marginal Risk to the east. The SPC said large hail and damaging winds are the primary threats.
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Olive Branch honors Emergency Services Division during EMS Week
Olive Branch recognized its Emergency Services Division for efforts to protect residents during EMS Week, Mayor Ken Adams said in a statement from the Olive Branch Fire Department.
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Mississippi is losing public school students. Where are they going?
By Devna Bose | Originally published by Mississippi Today Audio recording is automated for accessibility. Humans wrote and edited the
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Belhaven’s Charles Rugg: Proof that big-time coaches don’t always reach the big time
By Rick Cleveland | Originally published by Mississippi Today Audio recording is automated for accessibility. Humans wrote and edited the
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Bennie Thompson may be safe for 2026 election after Gov. Reeves recognizes redistricting’s pitfalls for the GOP
By Bobby Harrison | Originally published by Mississippi Today Audio recording is automated for accessibility. Humans wrote and edited the
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