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Lt. Governor Hosemann touted the legislation on social media after the vote, saying, “State government should be efficient, accountable, and focused on results, not burdened by unnecessary bureaucracy.”
With only one question about funding, the Mississippi Senate passed legislation by unanimous vote Monday afternoon that could eliminate nearly two dozen boards deemed “obsolete.”
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Mississippi Lottery send $13.2 million to state in December
The Mississippi Lottery Corporation said it finished 2025 on a high note, announcing a December transfer of $13.2 million to the State of Mississippi.
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Mississippi Lottery send $13.2 million to state in December
The Mississippi Lottery Corporation said it finished 2025 on a high note, announcing a December transfer of $13.2 million to the State of Mississippi.
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NEW ORLEANS, La. – After nearly two months away from competition, the William Carey University swim teams made a strong statement in their return to the pool, highlighted by the Crusader men's decisive 129–97 victory over Loyola University. The Lady Crusaders split their matchups on the day, defeating Loyola 148–57 while falling to the University of West Florida 129–86.
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NEW ORLEANS, La. – After nearly two months away from competition, the William Carey University swim teams made a strong statement in their return to the pool, highlighted by the Crusader men's decisive 129–97 victory over Loyola University. The Lady Crusaders split their matchups on the day, defeating Loyola 148–57 while falling to the University of West Florida 129–86.
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NEW ORLEANS, La. – After nearly two months away from competition, the William Carey University swim teams made a strong statement in their return to the pool, highlighted by the Crusader men's decisive 129–97 victory over Loyola University. The Lady Crusaders split their matchups on the day, defeating Loyola 148–57 while falling to the University of West Florida 129–86.
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The Petal School District is soliciting nominations for consideration as members of the Petal School District Academic Hall of Fame. The individual(s) selected will join forty-four outstanding graduates previously selected. This Hall of Fame was established in 1989 to honor graduates who distinguish themselves through academic and professional achievement. These individuals serve as role models for Petal School District students by exhibiting the attitudes, knowledge, and life-long learning skills essential to thrive as responsib
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With just 25 days until opening day, Christian Ostrander made it clear Tuesday that Southern Miss baseball is entering the 2026 season energized, competitive — but very much unfinished.
The Golden Eagles returned from break last week refreshed after the offseason, and while several pieces of the roster appear close to settled, Ostrander emphasized that the next three weeks will determine how this team ultimately takes shape.
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With just 25 days until opening day, Christian Ostrander made it clear Tuesday that Southern Miss baseball is entering the 2026 season energized, competitive — but very much unfinished.
The Golden Eagles returned from break last week refreshed after the offseason, and while several pieces of the roster appear close to settled, Ostrander emphasized that the next three weeks will determine how this team ultimately takes shape.
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Photo by Dima Mixon, © 2026 Emmerich Newspapers, Inc.
With just 25 days until opening day, Christian Ostrander made it clear Tuesday that Southern Miss baseball is entering the 2026 season energized, competitive — but very much unfinished.
The Golden Eagles returned from break last week refreshed after the offseason, and while several pieces of the roster appear close to settled, Ostrander emphasized that the next three weeks will determine how this team ultimately takes shape.
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The professional organization, Sales & Marketing Professionals, is celebrating the work of five of Mississippi’s leaders and Businesses and/or organizations, and community events with the prestigious, Mississippi Pinnacle Award on Tuesday, April 14, at the Lake Terrace Convention Center in Hattiesburg. In addition to the Mississippi Pinnacle Awards, the Hattiesburg-based organization will celebrate the accomplishments and work of five humanitarians and their years of dedicated work and achievements.
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The professional organization, Sales & Marketing Professionals, is celebrating the work of five of Mississippi’s leaders and Businesses and/or organizations, and community events with the prestigious, Mississippi Pinnacle Award on Tuesday, April 14, at the Lake Terrace Convention Center in Hattiesburg. In addition to the Mississippi Pinnacle Awards, the Hattiesburg-based organization will celebrate the accomplishments and work of five humanitarians and their years of dedicated work and achievements.
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The Montgomery County Board of Supervisors holds regularly scheduled meetings every 1st, 3rd, and final Monday of the month at 8 a.m. at the courthouse.
The Montgomery County Board of Supervisors will meet tomorrow, Tuesday, Jan. 20 at 8 a.m. in the Board room of the Montgomery County Courthouse. The irregular meeting date is due government offices being closed today, Monday Jan. 19 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
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Clark Hicks is a civil litigation attorney and Hattiesburg resident. Write him at clark@hicksattorneys.com.
I have spent my entire legal career defending police officers in civil damages lawsuits alleging excessive force on private citizens. Here is my legal analysis on the ICE fatal shooting of a 37-year-old female motorist in Minneapolis.
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“Mississippi believes that parents – not government – know what’s best for their children’s education,” said Governor Tate Reeves.
Governor Tate Reeves (R) announced Monday that he has opted Mississippi into the Federal Tax Credit Scholarship Program to promote school choice in the state.
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“Mississippi believes that parents – not government – know what’s best for their children’s education,” said Governor Tate Reeves.
Governor Tate Reeves (R) announced Monday that he has opted Mississippi into the Federal Tax Credit Scholarship Program to promote school choice in the state.
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“Mississippi believes that parents – not government – know what’s best for their children’s education,” said Governor Tate Reeves.
Governor Tate Reeves (R) announced Monday that he has opted Mississippi into the Federal Tax Credit Scholarship Program to promote school choice in the state.
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“Mississippi believes that parents – not government – know what’s best for their children’s education,” said Governor Tate Reeves.
Governor Tate Reeves (R) announced Monday that he has opted Mississippi into the Federal Tax Credit Scholarship Program to promote school choice in the state.
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“Mississippi believes that parents – not government – know what’s best for their children’s education,” said Governor Tate Reeves.
Governor Tate Reeves (R) announced Monday that he has opted Mississippi into the Federal Tax Credit Scholarship Program to promote school choice in the state.
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1. South Mississippi Toy Fest set for February 7 in Hattiesburg
The South Mississippi Toy Fest returns on Saturday, February 7th from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. at its new location – the Hattiesburg Lake Terrace Convention Center.
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