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Economists: GDP, income, population would drop from Reeves’ income tax elimination proposal

A new report from economists with the state’s university system says Mississippi’s economy, personal income and population would decline under Gov.

Auditor makes arrest in massive embezzlement, fraud case in Tunica

Authorities from the State Auditor’s office have arrested a Tunica man in what State Auditor Shad White said is the second largest demand letter for return of funds in the state’s history.

Clarksdale Wildcats fall to Itawamba in playoffs

Clarksdale High School relied on the 3-point field goal and that was not in coach Farrington Hill’s game plan Tuesday night.

Legislature closes in on critical deadline with bills that reform the ABC system and state income tax still alive

The Mississippi Legislature’s annual session is down to its final month and there are plenty of issues still in play, including reform of the state’s alcohol distribution system, a first step towar

Mississippi Covid-19 Update : February 25, 2021

Listed below is the daily COVID-19 update for the state of Mississippi.

The Legislature is approaching a critical deadline Tuesday for general bills from the other chamber to pass out of committee.

CMSD hosts hot topics roundtable for principals
By Josh Troy, READ MORE > 987 Reads
On Fri, 02/19/2021 - 12:00 PM
Good principals manage good schools and good schools produce good students.
And listening to principals is critical to the success of a school district as they are the link between teachers and the goals and objectives of the central office and board of trustees.
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Where endorsements are concerned for college athletes, the devil is in details
By Rick Cleveland - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 707 Reads
On Thu, 02/18/2021 - 05:01 PM
Below is a sports column by Rick Cleveland:

Yes, says former Mississippi State baseball great Jake Mangum, he wishes he had been allowed to earn money from endorsements when he was hitting line drives, stealing bases and was the face of the popular Bulldogs baseball program from 2016-2019.
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The Sunflower River in Clarksdale was not only frozen over, but coated in a layer of snow this week after temperatures fell into the teens Sunday night and over 10-inches of snow fell through Thursday morning.

Winter Storm Freezes Clarksdale
By Floyd Ingram and Josh Troy The Press Register, READ MORE > 2,822 Reads
On Thu, 02/18/2021 - 12:00 PM
Clarksdale was very quiet this week after six inches of snow fell on the community, stopping commerce, community events and most government services.
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A bill that would purge the voter rolls of inactive voters is now in the hands of the House.

Bill that would purge voter rolls of inactive voters headed to House
By Steve Wilson , READ MORE > 874 Reads
On Thu, 02/18/2021 - 10:11 AM
A bill that would purge the voter rolls of inactive voters passed the state Senate and was sent to the House after a motion to reconsider was removed from the bill Tuesday.
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Nonprofits help uninsured Mississippians patch together health care services
By Debbie Skipper - Mississippi Center for Investigative Reporting, READ MORE > 661 Reads
On Thu, 02/18/2021 - 09:52 AM
Sitting in his home in New Orleans, Andrea Lane watched in alarm as his toes began turning a dark color.

Fearful, he headed to the hospital. “My toes just busted open and started filling with pus,” Lane said.

Doctors amputated eight of his toes.
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State Fire Marshal: Fire risk increases with freezing weather
By Press Release - SFMO, READ MORE > 708 Reads
On Wed, 02/17/2021 - 05:01 PM
Below is a press release from The Mississippi State Fire Marshal’s Office:

The Mississippi State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is investigating several heating-related fire deaths. At least one involved a chimney that caught fire. Others have involved space heaters.
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Hosemann pushes to overhaul Mississippi business incentives, avoid boondoggles of the past
By Geoff Pender - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 710 Reads
On Wed, 02/17/2021 - 04:57 PM
Lawmakers are trying to revamp incentives to businesses that expand or relocate to Mississippi, to simplify the process, provide more transparency and prevent boondoggles that in the past have left taxpayers holding the bag.
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Marshall Ramsey: Groundhog Day
By Marshall Ramsey - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 673 Reads
On Wed, 02/17/2021 - 04:55 PM
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Marshall Ramsey: Groundhog Day
By Marshall Ramsey - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 679 Reads
On Wed, 02/17/2021 - 04:55 PM
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Top Republican files bill calling for vote on raising gas tax for designated roads projects
By Bobby Harrison - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 713 Reads
On Wed, 02/17/2021 - 04:53 PM
A sweeping transportation bill filed by one of the most powerful Republican leaders in the Legislature would allow voters to decide whether to temporarily increase Mississippi’s tax on motor fuels to pay for specific improvement projects on highways.
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Wicker bill would fund Veteran Housing projects
By The Press Register, READ MORE > 894 Reads
On Wed, 02/17/2021 - 03:00 PM
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), on Thursday announced the State Veterans Homes Relief Act, legislation that would provide funding to address the current backlog of State Veterans Home (SVH) projects.
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CPU issues boil water notice, community asked to conserve water
By Floyd Ingram, READ MORE > 3,845 Reads
On Wed, 02/17/2021 - 12:00 PM
Clarksdale Public Utility is issuing a boil water notice for all customers, effective immediately.

This precautionary measure is being taken in response to a systemwide loss of water pressure occurring in Clarksdale Wednesday morning.
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Essie Jo Leshe
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On Tue, 02/16/2021 - 05:31 PM
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Betty Jean Rayburn
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On Tue, 02/16/2021 - 05:28 PM
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Mississippi Center for Public Policy Launches Mississippi Technology Institute
By Press Release - Mississippi Center for Public Policy, READ MORE > 635 Reads
On Tue, 02/16/2021 - 04:06 PM
Below is a press release from the Mississippi Center for Public Policy:

The Mississippi Center for Public Policy, a free market think tank, announced the launch of the “Mississippi Technology Institute” (MTI) as a new division of the Center.
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Marshall Ramsey: Power
By Marshall Ramsey - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 706 Reads
On Tue, 02/16/2021 - 03:54 PM

Between ice and high demand, electricity is almost as precious of a commodity as the COVID vaccines.
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Icy weather chills Mississippi Legislature action
By Geoff Pender and Bobby Harrison - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 705 Reads
On Tue, 02/16/2021 - 03:52 PM
State senators plan to bundle up on Wednesday morning after they slip and slide into Jackson — Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann informed lawmakers that the heat, which was out at the Capitol on Tuesday, won’t be restored until Wednesday afternoon, “hopefully.”
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Donald Lee Braxton
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On Tue, 02/16/2021 - 02:27 PM
Donald Lee Braxton, 65, of Coahoma died Feb. 13, 2021.

Funeral services are at 5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021 at Woolf Funeral Home of Clarksdale Chapel with the Rev. Jossell officiating. Visitation for family is 3 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 20, 2021.

Woolf Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

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A bill that could change the way the state Department of Human Services monitors the eligibility of welfare recipients has now passed the Senate.

Critics say that a bill that would change the way the state calculates welfare eligibility could 'explode' the state's welfare rolls
By Steve Wilson , READ MORE > 637 Reads
On Tue, 02/16/2021 - 01:52 PM
A bill that passed the Senate and is now in the hands of the House would change the way the Department of Human Services calculates eligibility for welfare programs administered by the state.
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Public Service Commissioner Brandon Presley, left, and Ty James, PSC Chief Policy Advisor.

Ty James joins office of Commissioner Brandon Presley
By The Press Register, READ MORE > 6,595 Reads
On Tue, 02/16/2021 - 12:00 PM
Ty James, former Senior Legislative Assistant and Press Secretary for U.S. Representative Bennie G. Thompson has joined the Office of Commissioner Brandon Presley as Chief Policy Advisor for Commissioner Brandon Presley.
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