Politics
Cochran returns to Washington as health questions swirl
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Treatment for medical issues may affect senator’s work schedule, staff says
Probation lifted for Tunica schools
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District regains accreditation in two years under Margie Pulley
Education
DOJ hosts private meetings on Cleveland school desegregation
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Attorneys interviewed teachers, principals, parents and students in order to monitor progress of the order. School officials say they were pleased with the meetings.
Politics
Sen. Thad Cochran too ill to return to Washington
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Concerns raised about senator’s future and consequences for Republican Party
Mississippi Culture
Delta Hot Tamales: Clues to the secret of their success
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Unexpected delicacy spread from cotton fields to street stands to interstate commerce
‘Skip the search!’ Valley supporters want Briggs as new president
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Students, faculty, alumni endorse Dr. Jerryl Briggs for new Mississippi Valley State president during meeting with College Board
Mississippi Culture
‘It isn’t just about lumber’: Conference explores porch’s role in Southern culture
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Two day event in Taylor will feature speakers, a concert and a play, all in celebration of the porch and its meaning to our sense of community.
Mississippi Culture
Jackson readies for return of International Ballet Competition
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One hundred ballet dancers from approximately 40 states and 25 nations will compete in one of the world’s most prestigious dance events
Money
In ‘desperate’ situation, voters could give green light to highway projects
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In proposed referendum, voters in each of the state’s transportation districts would determine road and bridge projects to fund
Homepage Featured
Plaintiffs appeal HB 1523 to U.S. Supreme Court
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Hours after the controversial religious freedom law took effect, attorneys appealed their case to the U.S. Supreme Court.
JPS students: State takeover would destroy morale
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High school students in the Jackson Public School district say a state takeover may hurt student morale, urge for collaboration instead
Sports
The day Ole Miss caught Y.A. Tittle with his pants down
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There was never any reason to embellish the legendary play. It was funny enough the way it really happened.
Bicentennial
Foodways Alliance cooks up recipe for enjoying food, exploring social issues
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Films, symposia, podcasts celebrate a changing South
Events mark Fannie Lou Hamer’s 100th birthday
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Family, friends, and community members celebrated Fannie Lou Hamer’s birthday
‘We are fortunate this morning’: Crews assess Hurricane Nate damage
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Preliminary reports indicate no loss of life and minimal structural damage