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Mississippi research part of $160 million initiative to create cleaner, cost-effective asphalt
The Environmental Protection Agency is funding a Mississippi professor’s effort to develop more environmentally friendly asphalt as part of a $160 million initiative to support efforts to report and reduce atmospheric pollution from the manufacture of construction materials. Ole Miss professor Ali Behnood is among 38 recipients nationwide to...
A look at some 2027 prospects who can play their way onto the 247 Top 100 this year
The initial 247 Sports list of top 100 prospects for the 2027 class was released last Wednesday. On it were five players from here in the state of Mississippi who made this first cut. That's good for them, but they are far from the only talented prospects in the state for that class. So here are some sophomores we believe are worthy of mention among the best in the country in their class.
17,000 AT&T workers in Southeast strike over contract negotiations
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — More than 17,000 AT&T workers in nine states across the Southeast are on strike after accusing the company of unfair labor practices during contract negotiations this summer. The Communications Workers of America — the union representing the striking employees — said workers walked off the...
UM closes diversity division; reorganizes to boost access, student success
After a yearlong internal review, the University of Mississippi will create a Division of Access, Opportunity and Community Engagement and close its Division of Diversity and Community Engagement, pending approval by the state Institutions of Higher Learning board of trustees. The new proposed division will comprise three areas: Access & Community Engagement, Access and Opportunity […] The post UM closes diversity division; reorganizes to boost access, student success appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Mississippi’s rice crop poised for harvest of 156K acres
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WJTV) – The growing season is wrapping up on Mississippi’s 2024 rice crop, and experts anticipate a slightly higher yield but depressed prices. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reported that rice harvest began the first week of August. As of August 11, the crop was rated 15% in excellent condition and 82% in […]
Podcast: After close 2023 election loss, Brandon Presley eyes helping other Democrats
Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. Bobby Harrison, Mississippi Today’s senior capitol reporter, covers politics, government and the Mississippi State Legislature. He also writes a weekly news analysis which is co-published in newspapers statewide. A native of Laurel, Bobby joined our team June 2018 after working for the North Mississippi Daily Journal in Tupelo since 1984. He is president of the Mississippi Capitol Press Corps Association and works with the Mississippi State University Stennis Institute to organize press luncheons. Bobby has a bachelor's in American Studies from the University of Southern Mississippi and has received multiple awards from the Mississippi Press Association, including the Bill Minor Best Investigative/In-depth Reporting and Best Commentary Column.
Five ways Mississippi educators are fueling state’s English language arts gains
This year, statewide proficiency scores in English increased for a third consecutive year since the pandemic. While there may be a miraculous quality to the progress being made, educators will tell you that there is nothing supernatural about the improvements. Here’s what educators and administrators in the state’s top districts...
2024 Nissan truck up for grabs in Summer of Fun giveaway
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Lottery will host the final Summer of Fun giveaway on August 27, 2024. To wrap up the promotion, one person will win the top prize of a 2024 Nissan Titan Pro-4x truck from Gulfport Nissan, $10,000 and a 65-quart RTIC cooler. The second prize is $10,000; the third prize […]
Entergy Mississippi helps customers keep cool and save money this summer
JACKSON, Miss. – Extreme heat can increase electricity use and costs, and the past two summers have brought record-level temperatures to our service area and high electricity usage by our customers. Entergy Mississippi is committed to helping our customers stay cool and save money this summer with bill management tools, customer assistance events and programs.
Boys & Girls Club of NM CEO inducted into Hall of Fame
Boys & Girls Clubs of North Mississippi’s CEO Zell Long was inducted into the Mississippi Boys & Girls Clubs Hall of Fame during a dinner and awards ceremony held in Natchez last week. The Hall of Fame honors individuals whose high achievements have made a mark in the State of Mississippi, and are recognized as being true […] The post Boys & Girls Club of NM CEO inducted into Hall of Fame appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
MDWFP uses multiple methods to study state’s black bears
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Officials said the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) Black Bear Program is leaning into multiple research methods to continue better understanding the state’s black bear population. According to MDWFP officials, the most successful methods of studying black bears include trapping and collaring. The agency is partnering with Mississippi […]
Movies and TV shows casting in Mississippi
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]
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