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Charter schools receive taxpayer dollars. Should their board members follow state ethics laws?

The Mississippi Ethics Commission says charter school board members are subject to state ethics laws, which prohibit conflicts of interest that could lead to the misspending of public dollars.

Trump pardons Gov. Reeves campaign staffer, other Mississippians

President Donald Trump, in his final hours in office, granted pardons and commutations to dozens of people, including a campaign staffer of Gov.

MDOC sanitization efforts making Mississippi prisons among safest for COVID-19

With 343,000 U.S.

Entergy Mississippi Demolishes Former Distribution Operations Center

Entergy Mississippi has demolished its former Distribution Operations Center located at Tombigbee and Commerce Streets in downtown Jackson.

Outdoors in the Sun: Books offer ‘outdoorsy’ enjoyment

The embers and coals seemed to pulsate, as heat was transferred from my hearth to my study. The setting could not have been more perfect, as the cold front approached.

Sal & Mookie's to Move from Fondren to The District at Eastover
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On Fri, 01/15/2021 - 08:49 AM
Sal & Mookie's New York Pizza & Ice Cream Joint has been a fixture in the Fondren neighborhood since opening its doors in April 2007. Founded by partners Dan Blumenthal and Jeff Good, the flagship restaurant has garnered multiple, local and statewide awards for its product offerings and service style.
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Editorial: Demonstrations must be peaceful
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On Thu, 01/14/2021 - 03:32 PM
The violent demonstrations and assault on the U. S. Congress will go down as a sad day in U. S. history. Our elected representatives cowered in fear while fanatics dressed in costumes gleefully took selfies behind the desks of our Congressional leaders. This should never happen again in our nation.
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MDOT Announces Temporary Lane Closure on I-20 on Jan. 18
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On Thu, 01/14/2021 - 03:29 PM
A temporary lane closure on I-20 in Hinds County is scheduled on Monday, Jan. 18 from 7 a.m. until midnight, according to the Mississippi Department of Transportation.

The outside lane of I-20 eastbound at the Norrell Road exit in Hinds County will be closed in order for striping to be done.
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A conversation with Holly Lange on future book festivals
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On Thu, 01/14/2021 - 03:23 PM
Holly Lange of Jackson is the founder and executive director of the Mississippi Book Festival. A graduate of Millsaps College, she is known for event management, fundraising, volunteer coordination and public relations.
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Madison County Schools award Madison County Administrator of the year
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On Thu, 01/14/2021 - 03:07 PM
Madison County Schools just awarded Administrator of the Year to Jessica Smith, Principal of Luther Branson Elementary School. Mrs. Smith began her career as a teacher at Madison Middle School, then went to Rosa Scott School, before serving as a literacy specialist and then principal at Luther Branson Elementary.
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Revive Prep will open in the current home of Trinity Presbyterian Church on Old Canton Road

Closing Doors: New charter school makes plans to open in former Trinity Presbyterian Church building
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On Thu, 01/14/2021 - 01:13 PM
Members of Trinity Presbyterian Church will soon say farewell to their church, which has been in Jackson for 70 years.
RePublic Schools, which operates three nonprofit charter schools in Jackson and three in Nashville, has purchased the church’s facilities at 5301 Old Canton Road and plans to open a school there in August 2022.
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JLJ Leaders: Junior League of Jackson board members
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On Thu, 01/14/2021 - 12:48 PM
Members of the 2020-2021 Junior League of Jackson board includes (from left, back) Adriane Louie, operations vice president; Jane Harkins, treasurer-elect; Kim Porter, sustaining advisor; Carmen Gross, placement chair; Ellie Word, fund development vice president; Bethany Smith, community vice president; Kacey Matthews, communications vice presid
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Reservoir officials look for additional revenue to fund future projects
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On Thu, 01/14/2021 - 11:04 AM
The Pearl River Valley Water Supply District (PRVWSD) has mapped out its budget for fiscal years 2021 and 2022. However, district officials are keeping the financial future of the PRVWSD on their minds, stretching well beyond the next two years.
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Biewer Lumber opening new sawmill in Winona, creating 150 jobs
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On Thu, 01/14/2021 - 10:28 AM
Biewer Lumber is constructing a new, state-of-the-art sawmill in Winona, Mississippi. The project is a $130 million investment and will create 150 jobs.
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MCS Marks New State Flag with Ceremonies, Special Guests
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On Thu, 01/14/2021 - 10:27 AM
Madison County Schools campuses are marking the historic adoption of a new state flag. All campuses are hosting flag raising ceremonies this week, providing an opportunity for students to witness history in action.
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