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Supreme Court sides with Gov. Tate Reeves in partial veto fight with speaker
By Bobby Harrison - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 14,814 Reads
On Fri, 12/18/2020 - 10:34 AM

In a ruling that weakens legislative powers, the Mississippi Supreme Court upheld Gov. Tate Reeves’ partial veto of legislation earlier this year providing funds to multiple entities to combat COVID-19.

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Mississippi teacher pay raise gets caught up in standoff over controversial tax proposal
By Bobby Harrison - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 1,217 Reads
On Wed, 03/03/2021 - 09:38 AM

The state Senate, late on a key deadline day, passed a bill through committee that would give Mississippi public school teachers pay raises, ensuring that the proposed raises remain alive in the legislative process and aren’t linked to a sweeping House tax bill.

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Hosemann cites problems with House tax bill, but won’t rule out action on it this session
By Bobby Harrison - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 1,240 Reads
On Wed, 03/03/2021 - 09:28 AM

Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann did not rule out passing a version of the massive tax restructuring bill approved last week by the Mississippi House even though he cited what he said were multiple problems with the legislation.

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Mississippi voter ID law could be struck down by anti-medical marijuana ruling
By Bobby Harrison - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 1,878 Reads
On Mon, 03/01/2021 - 03:15 PM

Mississippi’s voter identification requirement could be at risk if the state Supreme Court strikes down the medical marijuana initiative approved by voters in November.

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House leaders want to raise Mississippi sales tax. Here’s how neighboring states stack up.
By Bobby Harrison - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 2,866 Reads
On Wed, 02/24/2021 - 12:51 PM

The Mississippi House of Representatives passed a sweeping proposal Tuesday that would completely phase out the personal income tax over 10 years and immediately, starting on July 1, put in place the largest statewide sales tax in the nation at 9.5% on most retail items, excluding groceries.

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Could Mississippi constitutional change pave the way for winning independents?
By Bobby Harrison - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 3,658 Reads
On Mon, 02/22/2021 - 09:46 AM

When former Mississippi Supreme Court Chief Justice Bill Waller Jr. was weighing a run for governor in 2019, research was done on whether he could conduct a viable campaign as an independent.

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Top Republican files bill calling for vote on raising gas tax for designated roads projects
By Bobby Harrison - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 3,283 Reads
On Wed, 02/17/2021 - 04:51 PM

A sweeping transportation bill filed by one of the most powerful Republican leaders in the Legislature would allow voters to decide whether to temporarily increase Mississippi’s tax on motor fuels to pay for specific improvement projects on highways.

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The issue closest to hearts of lawmakers is coming: legislative redistricting
By Bobby Harrison - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 3,964 Reads
On Mon, 02/15/2021 - 11:46 AM

A smile can be seen behind Rep. Jim Beckett’s Ole Miss mask when he is asked if his colleagues are already coming to him to talk about the redrawing of their legislative districts.

After all, nothing is more important to most legislators than having a district in which they can be re-elected.

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Senate passes ‘voter fraud’ bill that some say could disenfranchise Black Mississippians
By Bobby Harrison - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 6,065 Reads
On Wed, 02/10/2021 - 04:26 PM

State Sen. David Jordan, the 86-year-old Democrat from Greenwood and veteran of the Civil Rights struggles, said legislation approved Wednesday by the Mississippi Senate on a straight party line vote could potentially remove “people who look like me” from the voter rolls.

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Should lottery revenue be spent on state roads? Senate bill would send money to local governments.
By Bobby Harrison - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 4,257 Reads
On Tue, 02/09/2021 - 10:45 AM

Lottery revenue earmarked for maintenance on state highways would be diverted to local road and bridge needs under legislation pending in the Mississippi Senate.

The legislation would undo one of the primary commitments made by the Legislature in a 2018 special session designed to address a deteriorating state transportation system.

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Tigers win OT thriller to advance to the Final Four

For some teams, the week off because of snow was a curse. For the Newton Tigers, it was a blessing… READ MORE

Updated: Bill that would prevent those born as males from competing in women's sports is headed to House floor for vote
Lady Yellowjackets head back to Final Four for first time in 28 years
Newton cruises to championship game
Newton survives at Bay Springs to clinch Final Four berth
Mississippi Covid-19 Update : March 04, 2021

CORRECTED: School board waits to hear about extending COVID-19 leave

Editor's note: A previous version of this story incorrectly stated that the Newton County Board of… READ MORE

Union Community News: Reconnections: Journey of a contemporary Mississippi author
Decatur Community News: The multitude of His mercies
Marshall Ramsey: Thank You
Marshall Ramsey: Teacher Pay
A life taken and a childhood lost: The devastating effects of domestic violence

Deputy shot at in Newton County

Update: A previous version of this story indicated a deputy sustained a gunshot wound. Sheriff… READ MORE

Flush water systems to reduce lead levels
Man shot while driving on 489
Two in custody after chase
Newton County removed from mask order
Sales tax holiday set for this weekend

Deputy shot at in Newton County

Update: A previous version of this story indicated a deputy sustained a gunshot wound. Sheriff… READ MORE

Flush water systems to reduce lead levels
Man shot while driving on 489
Two in custody after chase
Newton County removed from mask order
Sales tax holiday set for this weekend

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Obituaries: Margaret Graham Evans

Ms. Margaret Graham Evans, age 91, of Union passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2021.

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Opinion

Getting the Message: Acts 4:23-31

This passage begins with Peter and John giving a report to the church of what the chief priests and… READ MORE

Decatur Community News: Convinced, committed and compelled
Union Community News | Mississippi movies: an authentic filming location
OLD SPORTS DUDE: The most important answers to questions
Our Opinion: The risk of $15 minimum wage
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Celebrations: Vance, May to wed on Jan. 16

Mrs. Terri Weed Vaughn is pleased to announce the upcoming wedding of her daughter, Alaina Paige… READ MORE

Celebrations: Yarbrough-Smith marry
Brand, Sellars to wed July 17
Hollingsworth, Ellis to wed June 27
Brock, Vincent to Wed June 6
Brand, Donegan to Wed May 23

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East Central expands its live streaming of sports, events

East Central Community College recently launched a website that will make getting to see live… READ MORE

EDUCATION: Newton County resident graduates from Fort Lewis College
Club News: February Liberty Community Club meeting
‘The Grimm World’ to brighten Roxy Theatre this weekend
NEWTON: McDonald to run for Newton Ward 3
Two teachers receive Golden Apples

Sports

East Central expands its live streaming of sports, events

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Ole Miss shoots — literally — for state’s first Division I team national crown
ECCC: Chaney named to hall of fame
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BASEBALL: Hornets take down Choctaw Central, Raleigh in busy week

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