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Justice for Beatrice

Investigation at a standstill one year after correctional officer gunned down at a party

Jones follows in father’s footsteps in serving the city

Some Indianola city workers recently recognized a 51-year-service commitment by a father and son.

Mississippi lost 51,000 jobs to Covid throughout 2020

The federal Bureau of Labor Statistics released its annual employment report. It was no surprise that the Covid epidemic caused a big national spike in unemployment in 2020 compared to 2019.

A safe return could be what we need right now

It’s hard to believe that just about a year ago, folks were planning their spring break vacations – or staycations

House advances bill that would entangle Mississippi Archives and History board in politics

A bill that has angered many state historians would have the governor and lieutenant governor appoint members to the board that oversees the Mississippi Department of Archives and History, a move o

MDCC Softball Starts Conference Play Saturday
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On Fri, 02/26/2021 - 04:00 PM
The Mississippi Delta Community College softball program will begin a trek toward postseason play on Saturday when the Trojans travel to Meridian Community College for a 1 p.m.
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Wicker Leads Push for Local Infrastructure
By Senator Roger Wicker, READ MORE > 461 Reads
On Fri, 02/26/2021 - 03:40 PM
Below is an opinion column from Senator Roger Wicker:
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Hyde-Smith, Colleagues Introduce ‘Save Democracy Act’ to Restore Confidence in Elections
By Press Release - Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith, READ MORE > 420 Reads
On Fri, 02/26/2021 - 03:38 PM
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Wicker, Hyde-Smith & Guest Announce $5.26 Million for Rural Health, Education Projects
By Press Release - Senators Hyde-Smith and Wicker, READ MORE > 474 Reads
On Fri, 02/26/2021 - 03:36 PM
Below is a press release from Senators Cindy Hyde-Smith and Roger Wicker:
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Wicker, Hyde-Smith Ask DOD to Commit to Navy Shipbuilding Requirements
By Press Release - Senators Hyde-Smith and Wicker, READ MORE > 236 Reads
On Fri, 02/26/2021 - 03:30 PM
Below is a press release from Senators Cindy Hyde-Smith and Roger Wicker:
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The Legislature is approaching a critical deadline Tuesday for general bills from the other chamber to pass out of committee.

Legislature closes in on critical deadline with bills that reform the ABC system and state income tax still alive
By Steve Wilson , READ MORE > 843 Reads
On Fri, 02/26/2021 - 11:04 AM
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 toward the elimination of the state’s income tax and several more that deal with the occupational licensing.
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COVID-19 cases in the county continue to drop
By By RECARDO THOMAS Staff Reporter, READ MORE > 1,774 Reads
On Sat, 02/27/2021 - 08:00 AM
Sunflower County is seemingly in the midst of some progress with regard to reducing the number of new cases of COVID-19. On Tuesday, Sunflower County Emergency Management Director Denny Evans said the county’s new case rate has dropped dramatically.
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MDE: State Board Opens Public Comment on ACT WorkKeys, Career Preparation Indicator
By Press Release - Mississippi Department of Education, READ MORE > 356 Reads
On Fri, 02/26/2021 - 09:46 AM
Below is a press release from the Mississippi Department of Education:
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Watson visits Mitchell warehouse
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On Sat, 02/27/2021 - 07:00 AM
For The E-T
Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson paid a visit to Mitchell Distributing’s Leland warehouse this week. He was joined by Indianola native and staffer Mary Madeline Timbs (left) and Kendra James (right).

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Delta included in new breastfeeding support investment
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On Fri, 02/26/2021 - 07:00 PM
To help increase breastfeeding support, the Mississippi Public Health Institute is investing a new grant into Gulf Coast and Delta communities to increase awareness and direct support for breastfeeding programs — two evidence-based interventions shown to help inc
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Mississippi Covid-19 Update : February 26, 2021
By Press Release - MSDH, READ MORE > 225 Reads
On Fri, 02/26/2021 - 09:32 AM
Listed below is the daily COVID-19 update for the state of Mississippi.

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NAACP: Rental assistance could soon be available
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On Fri, 02/26/2021 - 06:00 PM
More rental assistance may be on the horizon for Mississippi renters.
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Mission accomplished
By Bryan Davis Editor, READ MORE > 458 Reads
On Fri, 02/26/2021 - 04:00 PM
Even in the throes of the COVID-19 pandemic, I never thought of the possibility of missing a paper.
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Do we really need February? Yes, no, maybe?
By By MARK H. STOWERS Columnist, READ MORE > 313 Reads
On Fri, 02/26/2021 - 03:00 PM
Good Mornin’! Good Mornin’!
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Atmos Says It's Trying To Minimize Impact on Bills After Winter Storms
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On Fri, 02/26/2021 - 08:15 AM
One energy provider says it is doing everything in its power to keep monthly bills down in the aftermath of the bitter cold and winter storm weather last week.
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Economists: GDP, income, population would drop from Reeves’ income tax elimination proposal
By Geoff Pender - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 2,960 Reads
On Thu, 02/25/2021 - 04:51 PM
A new report from economists with the state’s university system says Mississippi’s economy, personal income and population would decline under Gov. Tate Reeves’ proposal to phase out individual income tax over a decade.
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‘It’s bittersweet’: Students, faculty reflect on college in the time of COVID
By Molly Minta - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 376 Reads
On Thu, 02/25/2021 - 04:31 PM
Yasmine Brown was running an errand outside Indianola, her hometown, on Jan. 6 when her roommates called. A positive test result had confirmed it: The exhaustion they were feeling was COVID-19.
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Optometrists will be able to expand their scope of practice under a bill passed by the Senate Thursday.

Bill that would expand scope of practice for optometrists passes Senate
By Steve Wilson , READ MORE > 240 Reads
On Thu, 02/25/2021 - 04:07 PM
The Senate passed an amended House bill Thursday that could give optometrists the ability to prescribe medication and perform procedures that were previously prohibited to them.
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Wicker, Klobuchar Reintroduce BENEFIT Act
By Press Release - Senator Roger Wicker, READ MORE > 400 Reads
On Thu, 02/25/2021 - 02:29 PM
Below is a press release from Senator Roger Wicker:
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Auditor’s Office Arrests Former Tunica County Housing Project Director
By Press Release - Mississippi Office of the State Auditor, READ MORE > 241 Reads
On Thu, 02/25/2021 - 02:26 PM
Below is a press release from the Mississippi Office of the State Auditor:
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