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Local students celebrate ‘Read Across America’

Students and teachers across the Simpson County School District joined schools nationwide in celebrating Read Across America, a national initiative . . .

Elizabeth Ann McWilliams

Elizabeth “Beth” Ann McWilliams, 85, passed away on March 7, 2026. She was born to Benjamin Elliot Zeigler and Mattie . . .

Revitalized City Park to get new signage

Following opening prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance the regular meeting of the Magee Mayor and Board of Aldermen held . . .

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Salter: Fred Smith’s legacy is one of civility, curiosity, and a world-class love of books

Below is an opinion column by Sid Salter: Columnist Sid Salter reflects on the life of Choctaw Books owner, the . . .

Super Bowl gifts are super wrong

Mississippians who believe in good government should take no comfort that House Speaker Jason White’s freebie trip to the 2025 . . .

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    Diane Shows

    Wed,03/11/26-12:11PM , 293 Reads

    Diane Shows, 75, of Mendenhall, Mississippi, passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Bedford Care Center in Mendenhall. She was born on October 19, 1950 in Mississippi.

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    Simpson County Youth Recognized at 2026 Dixie National Sale of Junior Champions

    Thu,03/12/26-11:39AM , 225 Reads

    STATE FAIRGROUNDS, Miss. – This year, 1,152 4-H and FFA members from across Mississippi participated in the Dixie National Junior Round-Up Livestock Shows, exhibiting 1,759 head of livestock. These students competed for the opportunity to participate in the 57th annual Sale of Junior Champions.

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    Patricia Ann Jennings

    Wed,03/11/26-9:15AM , 236 Reads

    Patricia Ann Jennings, a beacon of kindness and selfless love, departed this world on March 7, 2026, at Simpson General Hospital. Born on April 7, 1951, in Collins, Mississippi, Patricia's life was a testament to the power of giving and the love of her family.

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    Magnolia Mornings: March 12, 2026

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    Thu,03/12/26-9:58AM , 136 Reads 4,081 Statewide

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Senate removes steering prohibition from PBM reform bill

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Thu,03/12/26-1:38PM, 167 Reads 3,686 Statewide

State Senator Rita Parks said concessions were made to ensure the regulation of PBMs stays with the Board of Pharmacy.

The Senate Public Health Committee adopted a strike-all amendment to the House’s Pharmacy Benefit Manager reform bill this week that removed steering prohibitions.

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