Auditor releases report on chronic absenteeism
Chronic absenteeism in K-12 schools has skyrocketed across the country since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
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Four die in holiday weekend traffic accidents in state
The fatal crashes occurred in Pearl River, Scott, Sunflower and Pike Counties.
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School supply tax-free holiday extended
It sets the date of the Sales Tax Holiday to the second weekend of July,
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Arts projects and programs receive Commission grants
Awards were made in 92 Mississippi House of Representatives districts and 52 state Senate districts.
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Olive Branch carjacking suspect extradited, another still sought
Three suspects robbed a DoorDash driver at gunpoint.
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Post-holiday gas prices slightly higher but stable
The Magnolia State has had the lowest average state price in the country for regular unleaded gasoline over the last several weeks.
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Wicker: Defends states’ role in abortion decisions
Americans on all sides of the abortion debate have been able to lobby for their position in state legislatures and ballot initiatives.
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Olive Branch welcomes Light the Way
Christian music festival returns for second year in Olive Branch.
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Lynn Jones: How do you look at life
“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!”
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Sullivan named new DCS board president
Sullivan replaces Charles Barton as board president for the next 12 months.
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