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Mississippi plans to increase prison spending for the upcoming fiscal year, with proposed restrictions on contracts and transparency measures amid concerns over costs and care quality.
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Mississippi has once again failed to expand Medicaid, missing out on billions in federal funding and potential health and economic benefits, according to a new study.
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The founder of The Veteran’s Veteran LLC said the event aims to bring local veterans together for conversation and to link them with supportive businesses. The organizer is seeking a coffee shop or other business to host the meetings.
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Shelter officials said Charlie, who spent 4 1/2 years at a shelter as part of a felony animal cruelty case, has been adopted and left the facility.
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Organizers said they are partnering with the Southaven Police Department, the DeSoto County Economic Development Council and other area chambers to present a free workshop. Interested people must register at the provided link and can email info@southavenchamber.com with questions.
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Everworth Apparel Co. will hold a ribbon-cutting next Saturday at 10 a.m. inside City Hall Cheesecake, the company said. The boutique offers modern, thoughtfully selected pieces in sizes XS to 3X.
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Organizers said they are partnering with DeSoto Shred to offer a community shred day in Southaven for residents and businesses to dispose of unneeded documents.
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The family of Ayden Stockstill is advocating for legislation that would give county law enforcement authority to use radar guns to enforce speed limits. Despite setbacks in the state legislature, local governments continue to back the proposal.
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The Northwest women’s basketball team is headed to the national championships after a victory over Pearl River.
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The eastbound stretch of Highway 302 near Hacks Cross Road has reopened and traffic is flowing in both directions, Mayor Ken Adams said. Earlier, the city asked motorists to avoid the area after a crash that reduced lanes to one in each direction.
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