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Ex-director set to plead guilty in Mississippi welfare fraud
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A former director of Mississippi's welfare agency is set to plead guilty Thursday to new federal charges in a conspiracy to misspend tens of millions of dollars that were intended to help needy families in one of the poorest states in the U.S. — part of the largest public corruption case in the state's history.
John Davis was scheduled to appear in federal court to plead guilty to five counts of conspiracy and 13 counts of fraud against the government.
Davis was indicted on state charges in February 2020. He was re-indicted this spring on state charges that…
SUMMARY: Sanjuana Valtierra-Pettaway and Jennifer Canaan, senior social work students at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM), have participated in the IMPACT Community Work Study Program, giving back to the community through organizations like Women of Wisdom and the Gulf Coast Center for Non-Violence. Canaan received the Volunteer of the Year award for her dedication, while Valtierra-Pettaway has gained valuable skills working with Women of Wisdom. The program allows students to connect with local communities, improve their career readiness, and make a positive impact. It also creates beneficial partnerships between USM Gulf Park Campus and local nonprofits. Learn more about the program and experiential learning opportunities.
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SUMMARY: Industry experts at the Aerospace and Defense Alliance of Mississippi Symposium emphasized the importance of investing in infrastructure, policy, and research to support the growth of the aerospace and defense industry in the United States and Mississippi. Governor Tate Reeves highlighted the role of this industry in the economic rebirth of Mississippi. The symposium brought together industry leaders to collaborate on developing the state's aerospace and defense sector, which includes companies involved in space exploration, satellite technology, and commercial space activities. Protecting the commercial industry in space was also emphasized, along with the need for a skilled workforce to support this growing sector.
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SUMMARY: Governor Tate Reeves declared May 5 – May 11, 2024, as Hurricane Preparedness Week in Mississippi. The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency advises citizens to prepare for the upcoming 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season, following a record-breaking year with 20 named storms. They urge Mississippians to have a disaster supply kit, food, and water for at least 72 hours. MEMA will share important information on social media each day of the week and has created a new Hurricane Guide. The official Atlantic Hurricane Season is from June 1 to November 30, 2024. MEMA encourages Mississippians to be prepared and stay informed.
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Margaret Richards introduced
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Margaret Richards introduced
Harrison County announces new hurricane evacuation zones
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JSU introduces new women’s basketball coach
National Hurricane Preparedness Week
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SuperTalk FM4 days agoDriver’s education set to become mandatory in Mississippi as bill passes
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SuperTalk FM3 days ago
State approves $160M to expand Highway 7 to four lanes in Lafayette County
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Mississippi Business6 days ago
Geartek expanding operations in Alcorn County
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Mississippi News6 days ago
Two women accused of shoplifting across southeast captured in Mississippi
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Mississippi News5 days agoAltercation at Mississippi police department leads to officer-involved shooting
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Mississippi News1 day ago
Winston Co. Sheriff’s Office investigates shooting at Dave’s Club
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Mississippi News6 days ago
Starkville police make arrest in shooting at Dawg Wash South
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Mississippi Today2 days agoOn this day in 1917
