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Arrest made in jewelry store burglary

WINONA – An arrest has been made in a commercial burglary that oc

Candidates certified in Winona, mayoral candidate withdraws from race

WINONA – All candidates for the municipal election set for this spring in the City of Winona have been certified by the Winona Election Commission, and one mayoral candidate has taken his name out

Wicker, Hyde-Smith Ask DOD to Commit to Navy Shipbuilding Requirements

Below is a press release from Senators Cindy Hyde-Smith and Roger Wicker:

Wicker, Hyde-Smith & Guest Announce $5.26 Million for Rural Health, Education Projects

Below is a press release from Senators Cindy Hyde-Smith and Roger Wicker:

Hyde-Smith, Colleagues Introduce ‘Save Democracy Act’ to Restore Confidence in Elections

Below is a press release from Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith:

Auditor’s Office Arrests Former Tunica County Housing Project Director
By Press Release - Mississippi Office of the State Auditor, READ MORE > 630 Reads
On Thu, 02/25/2021 - 02:25 PM
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Empower Mississippi Releases Dynamic Modeling on Elimination of Income Tax
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On Thu, 02/25/2021 - 01:55 PM
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Tunica housing director allegedly stole $750K while turning away needy homeowners
By Anna Wolfe - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 1,048 Reads
On Thu, 02/25/2021 - 10:45 AM
Mardis Jones, a government contractor, had just secured a sweet deal with the Tunica County Board of Supervisors to run the county’s one-of-a-kind housing rehabilitation program when he got the call from Linda Fay Engle-Harris in late 2014.
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Mississippi Covid-19 Update : February 25, 2021
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On Thu, 02/25/2021 - 09:40 AM
Listed below is the daily COVID-19 update for the state of Mississippi.

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Comfort food perfect for winter
By Deana Sexton-Palmer, READ MORE > 2,404 Reads
On Thu, 02/25/2021 - 11:33 AM
The snow last week makes me think of comfort food, and spending quality time with my family.
My Momma was such a good cook, we always had a hot meal on the table. I remember those days long ago, and I always think about those delicious recipes my Momma would make with whatever she had on hand.
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‘Stay prayed up’
By LaKeadra Coffey, READ MORE > 5,174 Reads
On Thu, 02/25/2021 - 11:30 AM
Maverick Hughes of Winona said his first day on campus at Mississippi State University intimidated him, but he was determined to complete the task he was there for -- to get his Bachelors of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Management.
“I was scared out of my mind,” Hughes said.
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Students take ‘virtual’ week due to weather
By LaKeadra Coffey, READ MORE > 731 Reads
On Thu, 02/25/2021 - 11:20 AM
Students in the Carroll County School District enjoyed an extended President’s Day after last week’s ice storm turned their one day off into five. However, they weren’t completely off the hook with those who were able doing virtual work.
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Some lost power in storm
By LaKeadra Coffey, READ MORE > 729 Reads
On Thu, 02/25/2021 - 11:18 AM
As roads begin to unthaw from the ice storm that hit the area last week, many are beginning to emerge from their homes and get back to some sort of routine. However, as the ice melts, there’s still caution for what may happen in the aftermath.
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Local grocers meet the demand
By Amanda Sexton Ferguson, READ MORE > 633 Reads
On Thu, 02/25/2021 - 11:10 AM
In the South, a forecast of snow and ice leads to a stampede of residents looking to stock up on milk and bread from the grocery store. Last week’s winter storm was no different.
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Healthcare workers get rides from deputies
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On Thu, 02/25/2021 - 10:45 AM
Last week’s storm wreaked havoc across the state of Mississippi with ice and snow making highways, streets, and roads extremely dangerous, and in some cases, almost impossible to navigate for many.
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Two arrested, charged with grand larceny
By Amanda Sexton Ferguson, READ MORE > 969 Reads
On Thu, 02/25/2021 - 10:28 AM
Two men are facing grand larceny charges in connection with a stolen lawn mower.
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Simple steps to good heart health
By Amanda Sexton Ferguson, READ MORE > 605 Reads
On Thu, 02/25/2021 - 10:26 AM
According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, and stroke is ranked fifth worldwide. In the United States, more than one and three or 92.1 million adults have cardiovascular diseases, accounting for 807,775 deaths annually.
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Jaguars fall to Coahoma in playoff game
By Calvin Stevens, READ MORE > 885 Reads
On Thu, 02/25/2021 - 10:15 AM
J.Z. George’s run in the playoffs came to a halt on Tuesday night as Coahoma County beat the Jaguars 68-28 in a first-round game in the MHSAA Class 2A State Tournament.
The contest was played in Clarksdale.
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Rebels finish season 16-4
By Robbie Robertson, READ MORE > 771 Reads
On Thu, 02/25/2021 - 10:08 AM
Apparently last week’s severe winter weather had a deeper impact than Carroll Academy boys basketball Coach Tommy Acy could foresee.
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Mississippi teachers, first responders eligible for COVID-19 vaccines on March 1
By Will Stribling - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 9,259 Reads
On Wed, 02/24/2021 - 05:05 PM
Gov. Tate Reeves announced on Tuesday that teachers and first responders in Mississippi can begin receiving COVID-19 vaccines starting on March 1.
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Education groups rip Speaker Gunn’s massive tax proposal
By Kate Royals - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 697 Reads
On Wed, 02/24/2021 - 05:00 PM
Mississippi’s leading education advocates are unanimously critical of a massive House plan that would fundamentally change the state’s tax structure, expressing concern that it cuts public education funding in the long run.
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Mississippi’s first wind farm planned for Tunica
By Geoff Pender - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 971 Reads
On Wed, 02/24/2021 - 03:34 PM
Two major renewable energy projects are planned for Mississippi, including the state’s first wind-power farm.
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Wicker Reintroduces National Ocean Exploration Act
By Press Release - Senator Roger Wicker, READ MORE > 694 Reads
On Wed, 02/24/2021 - 03:30 PM
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PSC to Review State’s Public Utility Infrastructure in Light of Recent Winter Storms
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On Wed, 02/24/2021 - 03:20 PM
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House leaders want to raise Mississippi sales tax. Here’s how neighboring states stack up.
By Bobby Harrison - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 982 Reads
On Wed, 02/24/2021 - 12:50 PM
The Mississippi House of Representatives passed a sweeping proposal Tuesday that would completely phase out the personal income tax over 10 years and immediately, starting on July 1, put in place the largest statewide sales tax in the nation at 9.5% on most retail items, excluding groceries.
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State Sen. Angela Hill, R-Picayune

State Sen. Angela Hill, R-Picayune

Updated: Bill that would prevent those born as males from competing in women's sports is headed to House floor for vote

A bill that would protect biological female student athletes from having to compete against those born as males passed a crucial hurdle in the Mississippi Legislature.

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