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Officials in Clinton and Clarksdale heard resident feedback on proposed data centers during separate meetings. Clinton has already signed a tax agreement, while Clarksdale’s project remains in early talks.
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Horn Lake Police Department said Officers Hunter and Tyler graduated from the Mississippi Delta Law Enforcement Training Academy’s Basic Class B-82, both earning expert marksman distinctions.
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Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves signed legislation Wednesday to allocate up to $5 million for clinical trials studying the psychedelic drug ibogaine, aimed at treating mental health issues including addiction and depression.
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The new boutique inside City Hall Cheesecake will host a ribbon-cutting event this Saturday at 10 a.m. to mark its opening.
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A new law in Mississippi allows pregnant women to access Medicaid early, but awareness remains limited among low-income residents, experts say.
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The city says the roadway at Davidson Road and Curbo Lane has reopened to two-way traffic after a motor vehicle accident. Mayor Ken Adams thanked motorists for their patience and urged safe driving.
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Organizers said the Playing With a Purpose Golf Tournament raises funds for The Arc Northwest Mississippi. Participants can form teams or sponsor the event to support the nonprofit’s programs.
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Attorneys for former wrestler Ted “Teddy” DiBiase Jr. rested their case Wednesday after calling four witnesses. Jurors will hear instructions, closing arguments and begin deliberations Thursday, court proceedings show.
Read MoreA federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by a former University of Mississippi employee claiming her First Amendment rights were violated after her firing related to social media posts about Charlie Kirk.
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A three-year pilot program providing public defenders in Mississippi’s rural counties is awaiting legislative approval for continued funding. The program has received praise as a potential model for the nation.
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