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Incumbent Republican U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith and Democrat Scott Colom won their party primaries Tuesday and will face off in November, while Mississippi’s congressional incumbents largely prevailed, Mississippi Today reported.
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Buon Cibo said it is celebrating its 15th anniversary and credited community support and staff for its growth. The restaurant also said its newest project, Cheebo, grew out of that support.
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The Hernando Main Street Chamber of Commerce told members a renewal is an opportunity to stay connected, visible and engaged and encouraged businesses to share events and promotions.
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The Southaven Chamber of Commerce said it has welcomed Bangers Pickleball, a new facility at 6787 Snowden Lane that features courts, a restaurant and three bars.
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The Mississippi state permit board approved xAI’s plan to build 41 turbines despite protests over noise and emissions from Southaven residents, raising environmental and health concerns.
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Clarksdale officials discussed a proposal to rezone land for a data center, but the decision was tabled amid community concerns and debate over environmental and economic impacts.
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An organizer for Mississippi United wrote that the group has spent six months helping Mississippians petition leaders and recently delivered a 620-signature letter to Sen. Roger Wicker demanding hearings on the war in Iran.
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Gov. Tate Reeves told reporters Tuesday he would consider a special legislative session on school choice and a teacher pay raise if lawmakers cannot reach agreement within four weeks.
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The Olive Branch Police Department said 7 Brew Coffee stopped by to deliver drinks to its entire staff and thanked the company for its support.
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The Panola County Sheriff’s Office said a resident received a call from someone claiming she missed federal jury duty and was told to pay $500 to avoid arrest. The office urged residents to verify suspicious calls.
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