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Judge points to Supreme Court’s Chevron overruling in decision to unravel transgender healthcare regulations
A federal judge ruled that the Supreme Court’s overturning of the Chevron doctrine means the Biden administration’s latest interpretation of Title IX cannot require Mississippi healthcare providers to perform transgender-related services. In April, the Department of Health and Human Services released regulations that penalize healthcare providers for discriminating against those seeking care on the basis of […]
Mississippi judges order legislative maps to be redrawn
A federal court has ordered Mississippi to redraw parts of its legislative map on the grounds that the current Republican-drawn one discriminates against black voters. In a 119-page decision released Tuesday, a three-judge panel ordered the state to redraw two new black-majority Senate districts and one new black-majority House district. The Senate districts would be […]
Mississippi recreational Red Snapper season to close soon: Department of Marine Resources
BILOXI, Miss. (WKRG) — The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources announced the recreational Red Snapper season is closing soon. According to a news release from MDMR, recreational Red Snapper season will close on Sunday, July 7, at 11:59 p.m. Once the season ends, “no Red Snapper shall be landed or possessed in Mississippi state territorial […]
Mississippi disability advocate fundraises for others, national pageant
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Columbus native Mercetia Jenkins seeks to win a national beauty pageant in August and make a difference in the lives and attitudes toward disabled Mississippians. The annual Ms. Wheelchair Mississippi competition selects the state’s most accomplished and articulate spokeswoman for people with disabilities. Jenkins became the titleholder in February. The Ms. […]
Drive safely this July Fourth holiday
Motorists in Mississippi are encouraged to travel safely this July Fourth holiday. The Mississippi Highway Patrol’s 2024 Independence Day Holiday Travel Period begins at 6 a.m. Thursday, July 4, and continues until midnight, Sunday, July 7. “As we make the plans to celebrate this Independence Day weekend, let’s also commit to making safety a top […] The post Drive safely this July Fourth holiday appeared first on Daily Leader.
Holmes County defensive back commits to Ole Miss football
HOLMES COUNTY, Miss. (WLBT) - A Holmes County Central High School football player has announced his commitment to Ole Miss football and head coach Lane Kiffin. Cortez Thomas confirmed his commitment to the Rebels on Wednesday. Thomas, a four-star DB, chose Ole Miss over offers from Mississippi State and Texas...
Photo gallery: Vicksburg celebrates Fourth of July
There was plenty of music, food, games and fun Thursday in downtown Vicksburg as a crowd descended onto Washington Street Park for the 2024 Fourth of July Downtown Fireworks Extravaganza. Live music by Dr. Zarr began at 7 p.m., with fireworks getting underway at 9 p.m.
Black bear spotted in Vicksburg
VICKSBURG, Miss. — A black bear was spotted in Vicksburg. Brody Cook spotted the bear Thursday morning climbing a tree in front of a home near Culkin Academy off Highway 61. The school is permanently closed. In a Facebook message, Cook posted, "AWARENESS!!! Culkin and Mt Albam area!!! We...
Hinds CC offering new Electrical Line Worker program
Registration is now open for Hinds Community College’s new Electrical Line Worker program on the Raymond Campus in fall 2024. The 16-week electrical line worker program will be an intensive training course designed to prepare students for careers in the electrical utility industry. The classes will be offered Monday through Friday in the fall and spring with an enrollment capacity of 16 students per semester.
Vicksburg’s Blake Teller appointed to Access to Justice Commission
Vicksburg attorney Blake Teller has been appointed to the Access to Justice Commission. Teller was appointed to the commission along with Chancellor Joseph Kilgore of Philadelphia and attorney Michael Carr of Cleveland. Hinds Chancery Judge Tiffany Grove of Raymond and attorneys Julian Miller of Jackson and David Haadsma of Tupelo were reappointed to the commission. […]
Laurel School District Superintendent Dr. Shawn Larrimore Reinstated
The Laurel Board of Education has announced the reinstatement of Dr. Shawn Larrimore as Superintendent, effective July 8th. After a traffic stop in May, Larrimore was arrested and charged with DUI and other traffic-related offenses. A letter posted by the Laurel School District on their Facebook Page:. Community Statement: Reinstatement...
Mississippians celebrate Fourth of July in Jackson area
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – People across the Jackson-metro area celebrated Independence Day on Thursday. Many people took to the water at the Reservoir to relax before meeting up with family and friends later. It’s also a Free Fishing Day in Mississippi, and many fishermen were able to enjoy the Rez on Thursday. Another event that […]
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