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Mississippi Covid-19 Update : January 22nd, 2021

Listed below is the daily COVID-19 update for the state of Mississippi.

 

Operation Sparrow sends 10 to 'nest'

Over the weekend, the Columbia Police Department conducted a chil

East Marion suffocated by stingy defense

After nearly a month away from game action because of a voluntary shutdown, the East Marion Lady Eagles returned to action Tuesday. 

Hurst announces resignation

Mike Hurst, United States Attorney for the Southern District of Mississippi, announced Thursday that he has submitted his resignation to President Donald J.

Bennie Thompson Says He Will Fight For Pumps Under Biden, But Points To Challenges

The Yazoo Backwater Pumps Project is politics, says Rep.

  • Governor Tate Reeves Announces New COVID-19 Measures

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    On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 04:35 PM

    Today, Governor Tate Reeves announced those who are 65 years and older or if you have a pre-existing medical condition, are now eligible to make an appointment to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. 

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  • EPA Administrator talks Yazoo pumps, agriculture pest control in Mississippi visit

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    On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 04:25 PM

    On Monday, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Andrew Wheeler wrapped up his visit to Mississippi announcing a multi-million-dollar grant initiative dedicated to sustainable pest control in agriculture.

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  • Conservation Groups to EPA: Assault on Law, Science, and Public Voice Will Not Be Tolerated

    By Earthjustice Press Release, READ MORE > 831 Reads
    On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 04:15 PM

    Today, a coalition of conservation organizations filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s last-minute revocation of a Clean Water Act veto that has protected some the richest wetland and aquatic resources in the Nation since 2008.

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  • MDE: Superintendent’s Annual Report Shows That Students, Educators & Schools Persisted through Pandemic

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    On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 04:10 PM

    The newly released Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) 2019-20 Superintendent’s Annual Report tells the story how students, educators and schools persisted in their pursuit of higher academic achievement while dealing with the challenge of the COVID-

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  • The Mississippi state Capitol

    Most Mississippi nursing homes will receive COVID-19 vaccines by Friday

    By Steve Wilson, READ MORE > 775 Reads
    On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 04:00 PM

    Monday, the Senate Public Health Committee held a hearing to investigate the status of distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine to the state’s nursing homes.

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  • The Mississippi state Capitol

    Most Mississippi nursing homes will receive COVID-19 vaccines by Friday

    By Steve Wilson, READ MORE > 857 Reads
    On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 03:25 PM

    Monday, the Senate Public Health Committee held a hearing to investigate the status of distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine to the state’s nursing homes.

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  • In women’s hoops, we suddenly have a real Mississippi rivalry

    By Rick Cleveland - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 1,597 Reads
    On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 11:21 AM

    Don’t look now, but we suddenly have a competitive Ole Miss-Mississippi State women’s basketball rivalry. At last.

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  • Marshall Ramsey: A New Day

    By Marshall Ramsey - Mississippi Today, READ MORE > 765 Reads
    On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 11:05 AM

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  • Auditor’s Office Arrests Former Pearl River County Crimestoppers Board Member

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    On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 10:11 AM

    Today State Auditor Shad White announced Special Agents from his office have arrested Michelle McBride, a former board member and officer of the Pearl River County Crimestoppers (PRCCS), after she was indicted for embezzlement. An $82,416.37 demand letter was issued to McBride when she was arrested.

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  • Mississippi Covid-19 Update : January 12th, 2021

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    On Tue, 01/12/2021 - 09:55 AM

    Listed below is the daily COVID-19 update for the state of Mississippi.

     

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Marshall Ramsey: Teacher Raise

By Marshall Ramsey - Mississippi Today , READ MORE > 249 Reads
On Fri, 01/22/2021 - 03:50 PM

The senate has bills.

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Diversity discussed at city meeting

The topic of diversity, or the lack thereof, was discussed Tuesday night at the Columbia Board of… READ MORE

Columbia police squad cars get makeovers
Museum expanding and refurbishing
Community Calendar: January 9, 2021
Ware named new General Manager at PRVEPA
Marion General gets COVID vaccine

Sports

Sports Column: Drew Brees leaves an unforgettable Saints legacy. The story started in Jackson.

You’ve probably heard this said many different ways by many different football players, coaches and… READ MORE

In women’s hoops, we suddenly have a real Mississippi rivalry
His name is Carson, he lives in Raymond, and he will officiate the national championship
East Marion suffocated by stingy defense
CA win streak up to 9
Lady Trojans back after a month

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No bond in double murder

Justice Court Judge Brandon Rowell denied bond for John Henry Wells, who is accused of murdering… READ MORE

Obituaries: Beverly Russell Vick
Obituaries: Carol Ann Vincent
Obituaries: Charles Dennis Head Sr.
Obituaries: David Lewis Hupp
Obituaries: Luther Fred "Luke" Johnson IV

Most Recent

USM Researchers Date Timbers from North Mississippi Structure to 1734

What began with a random phone call became an intense research project that led to remarkable… READ MORE

Mississippi Department of Archives and History - Nearly $3M in Preservation Grants Awarded
Professor Christian Pinnen Writes New Book on Colonial History
Lawmakers will work via internet as COVID-19 spreads at the Capitol
Abortion, teacher pay and tax cuts: Bills to watch this legislative session
Mississippi Covid-19 Update : January 22nd, 2021

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Governor Tate Reeves Announces Additional 20,000 New Vaccine Appointments

Today, Governor Tate Reeves announced additional COVID-19 vaccine measures in an effort to keep… READ MORE

Wicker Hails $2.377 Million Award for UMMC Connected Care Pilot Program

U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and… READ MORE

Mississippi Covid-19 Update : December 28th, 2020
MISSISSIPPI CENTER FOR JUSTICES FILES SUIT FOR UNIVERSITY PROFESSOR JAMES THOMAS AGAINST STATE AUDITOR SHAD WHITE
Mississippi Covid-19 Update : January 19th, 2021
Marshall Ramsey: Merry Christmas!
Here’s what we know about COVID-19 vaccines in Mississippi

CA splits doubleheader

Despite being on spring break, the Columbia Academy Cougars got to play a doubleheader last week… READ MORE

Columbia shelters evacuees as Hurricane Laura hits Louisiana
Dialogue in the era of social media
Tuesday Pearl River flood update for Columbia
Mississippi plants provide edible feasts
Evacuation shelter open in Columbia

Board smart on sales tax

For too long the state and federal governments have either cut spending to local governments or… READ MORE

Sale of radio stations WJDR, WCJU pending federal approval
Adventures In Eating: Ratatouille’s Ratatouille is a beautiful and classic labor of love
Addie Lee Thornhill Price
Schools explain scores
Harvey’s rain may come late next week in Marion County

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Public Notices

Land Transactions:December 31, 2020

The following land transactions were filed in Marion County Chancery Court for the weeks of Dec. 18… READ MORE

Land Transactions: December 19, 2020
Land Transactions: December 12, 2020
Land Transactions: November 28, 2020
Land Transactions: November 21, 2020
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