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Mississippi House leadership team reflects new speaker’s openness to Medicaid expansion

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The new speaker of the Mississippi House on Friday announced his leadership team for this four-year term, making a significant...

Aaron E. Henry Community Health Center Receives Health Quality Award

CLARKSDALE, Miss —Aaron E. Henry Community Health Services Center, Inc. (AEHCHC) has received the 2023 Community Health Quality Recognition (CHQR) badge and certificate from...

Clarksdale High School Seniors Soar Towards Success: A Night of Achievement and Future Planning

Clarksdale High School's senior class recently took a significant step towards their future as College and Career Ready Scholars. In a dynamic event led...

Let Us Lead by Serving Others: Clarksdale High School’s National Beta Club Induction Ceremony

On a Wednesday evening filled with excitement and pride, Clarksdale High School recently hosted its National Beta Club induction ceremony, celebrating students who exemplify...

Sentencing postponed again for Mississippi police officers who tortured two Black men

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A federal judge has, for the second time, postponed sentencing for six former Mississippi law enforcement officers who pleaded guilty...

LOCALIZE IT: Updated analysis sheds light on enrollment in US public, private and home schools

EDITORS/NEWS DIRECTORS: After enrollment plunged in American public schools during the COVID-19 pandemic, an analysis published in February by The Associated Press found an estimated...

Coahoma Community College Choir Nominated for Community Choir of the Year

The Coahoma Community College Choir, renowned for their exceptional musical prowess, has earned a well-deserved nomination for Community Choir of the Year. This esteemed...

LOCALIZE IT: Descendants fight to maintain historic Black communities across the US

EDITORS/NEWS DIRECTORS: Historic black towns and communities have dwindled from their once thriving existence in the United States. Historic towns were founded by formerly enslaved...

Honoring Sacrifice and Service: Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

Every January 9th, communities across the United States come together to recognize and express gratitude for the men and women who dedicate their lives...

A Mississippi university proposes dropping ‘Women’ from its name after decades of also enrolling men

COLUMBUS, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi University for Women announced a proposal Monday to rebrand as Mississippi Brightwell University, with officials saying the new name...

Grant Opportunities for Mississippi Artists: A Special Session in Clarksdale

Clarksdale, Mississippi - Calling all local artists! An exciting opportunity awaits you on Tuesday, January 9th, at the Crossroads Cultural Arts Center. Mark your...

Beyond the Clouds: Institute Addresses Vaping’s Impact on Health

Jackson, MS (January 3, 2024) – The prevalence of tobacco use remains alarmingly high, particularly among youth and certain adult demographics in Mississippi. Despite concerted...

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