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February 27-February 28 The Annual Dry Creek Baptist Church GA/Acteen Missions Rummage Sale will be held on Friday, Feb. 27 . . .

Cox: Why I am for all students, not just those in my public schools

Below is an opinion column by Laurie Cox: Communities flourish when all their children can learn in an environment well-suited . . .

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Ruling is more than about tariffs

Ever since Donald Trump returned to the presidency last year, it became increasingly worrisome whether anyone in the government would . . .

Over $5 billion in K-12 education funding passed in the Mississippi House

The Mississippi House has sent the Senate appropriations bills that seek to provide $5,000 in teacher pay raises as well . . .

Michael James, a transfer from Meridian Community College, had the game-winner for Mississippi Valley State on Saturday against Texas Southern at home.

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Valley teams sweep Texas Southern on Senior Day
By CALVIN STEVENS
Sun,02/22/26-7:36PM , 600 Reads 9,657 Statewide
Michael James, a transfer from Meridian Community College and product of H.W. Byers High School in Byhalia, has emerged as the leader of the Mississippi Valley State University men’s basketball team this season.
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House Speaker Jason White gives update on legislative session
By WYATT EMMERICH
Fri,02/20/26-5:08PM , 568 Reads 7,961 Statewide
House speaker Jason White addressed the Stennis Press Forum at Hal & Mal's in downtown Jackson this week, laying out his plans for the legislative session and how the House of Representatives will work with the Senate over the next few weeks.
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County preparing for primary March 10
By MARLAN JONES
Wed,02/25/26-9:00AM , 550 Reads
Voters in Simpson County are gearing up for the 2026 Mississippi Primary Election, set for Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
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Magnolia Mornings: February 20, 2026
By MAGNOLIA TRIBUNE STAFF
Fri,02/20/26-10:48AM , 416 Reads 6,756 Statewide
Important state and national stories, market and business news, sports and entertainment, delivered in quick-hit fashion
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