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Jeff Vitter out as Ole Miss chancellor, will return to teaching
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Chancellor’s future had for months been an open question as speculation swirled that his contract would not be extended
Mississippi Culture
Jackson State University 2018 Homecoming Highlights
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As Kirk Franklin might say, Mississippi Valley State wasn’t ready for “Thee Revolution.”
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Mayors Lumumba of Jackson, Woodfin of Birmingham dish on poverty solutions
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Young leaders of the most populous cities in their respective states talk solutions and building consensus
Election
Trump to stump for Sen. Hyde-Smith in historically deep red Mississippi
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The rally is scheduled for Friday, September 14 at the Mississippi Coliseum
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Bryant declares emergency for storm Gordon
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Damage to homes, businesses and public property is possible
‘Sing, Unburied, Sing’ challenges us to face our ghosts
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Parchman, one of the most notorious penal institutions in the world, casts a haunting shadow throughout Jesmyn Ward’s latest novel
Emmett Till murder: The full text testimony of Carolyn Bryant
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The following is the testimony of Carolyn Bryant, given during the trial of her husband, Roy, and J.W. Miliam, who were charged with the murder of Emmett Till in 1955.
AP: Emmett Till case reopened after new evidence surfaces
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A report to Congress on the case coincided with the release of a book in which Carolyn Bryant recanted parts of her testimony
Government
Two counties sue state, claim governor can’t close bridges
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Smith and Jasper counties say the governor’s proclamation exceeded the powers he is granted under the state’s emergency management law
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Rep. Mark Baker announces bid for Mississippi attorney general
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Candidacy is the first official statewide announcement for the 2019 election cycle
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Guv luv: Poll shows Gov. Phil Bryant approval tops even Trump
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NBC News/Survey Monkey poll shows governor has approval strength even among Democrats and minorities
Speaker Gunn hopes new roads plan prompts special session
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Lt. Gov Reeves renews opposition to gas tax hike; Gov. Bryant says no special session until House and Senate agree on a plan
Fury, hope and debate about the legacy of the civil rights movement
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At Jackson screening of new documentary, media’s role in civil rights movements – past and present – is scrutinized
Rep. Andy Gipson moves into Ag Commissioner job
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The conservative lawmaker plans to promote and grow agritourism, livestock shows and farmers’ markets