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Lobbyist Registration Clarification

By PRESS RELEASE : SECRETARY MICHAEL WATSON PRESS RELEASE : SECRETARY MICHAEL WATSON
Thu,01/15/26-12:14PM, 368 Reads
In response to inaccurate statements circulating on social media regarding lobbyist registration, it is imperative Mississippians are provided with accurate information.
Miss. Code Ann. Section 5-8-3 defines a “Lobbyist” as:
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Newton County’s Dazlie Tubby attempts a layup against some stringent defense.

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MHSAA Class 4A Girls Semifinals: Lady Cougars Fall To Louisville

By ROBBIE ROBERTSON ROBBIE ROBERTSON - Sports Editor
Wed,03/11/26-10:00AM, 365 Reads
The Newton County Lady Cougars saw their basketball season come to an end last week.
The Lady Cougars fell behind in the first half as Louisville took a 52-35 win in the semifinals of the Class 4A state tournament.
Newton County finished the season with a 17-9 record.
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Ricky Nobile Cartoon - Feb. 26, 2026

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Ricky Nobile Cartoon

By RICKY NOBILE RICKY NOBILE - Editorial Cartoonist
Fri,03/06/26-2:00PM, 365 Reads

The Only Thing They Agree On
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Union High School seniors Jude Feasel, left, and Julia Harrison were named Finalists in the prestigious National Merit Scholarship Program.

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Academic Excellence: Two Union Students Reach National Merit Finalist Standing

By STAFF REPORTS STAFF REPORTS
Tue,03/03/26-7:00PM, 363 Reads
Union High School proudly announces that two members of the Class of 2026 have been named Finalists in the prestigious National Merit Scholarship Program. This distinguished recognition is awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional academic ability and high potential for future academic accomplishment.
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