FEMA grant provides Mississippi more smoke alarms
Residents can contact their local fire department or county fire coordinator to request installation through the Free Smoke Alarm Installation Program.
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MBI investigating fatal officer-involved shooting in Monroe County
Authorities stated that the information is preliminary and subject to change.
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Mississippi halts November SNAP benefits amid federal shutdown; DeSoto County residents impacted
The decision affects more than 350,000 Mississippians statewide, including residents in DeSoto County.
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Delta Grain invests $3.76 million to expand Leflore County operations
Delta Grain operates full-service grain elevator and 105-unit rail shuttle facilities in Sidon and Minter City.
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Gipson: Mississippi must prioritize the preservation of farmland
Beginning this December, we will be touring Mississippi farm country with a laser focus on the Future of Agricultural Resiliency.
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Northwest’s Heindl honored with state government excellence award
The Excellence in Government Awards, governed by the Mississippi State Personnel Board, were created to celebrate the accomplishments of Mississippians supporting local, district, or state government.
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Wicker Notes Mississippi’s Role in National Defense Bill
Mississippians are pushing the limits of radar and sensing capabilities.
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Smith: Don’t derail Mississippi’s education momentum with vouchers and “choice”
Proponents of vouchers call “choice” freedom, but real freedom is not abandoning public responsibility.
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Judge strikes down Biden Administration rule on gender identity in healthcare
The court issued a universal vacatur, which blocks the HHS rule from taking effect nationwide, not just in the states that were part of the lawsuit.
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McRae: The Mississippi Miracle explained
When Mississippians work together with focus, faith, and determination, there’s nothing we can’t achieve.
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