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Film industry in Mississippi ready to move forward as writers strike ends

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8 months ago

September 29, 2023

www.supertalk.fm – Alyssa Arbuckle – 2023-09-29 17:16:11

SUMMARY: The second-longest writers' strike in Hollywood history is ending with the signing of an agreement that would give writers better pay and benefits. The Writers Guild of America (WGA) reached a deal with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) on Wednesday. The agreement includes provisions to increase writers' compensation, minimum pay, health fund rates, and pensions, as well as improve employment duration and team sizes. The agreement also aims to increase residuals for writers and ban the use of AI software to replace or reduce the number of writers. The strike has caused delays in film projects and put some on hold indefinitely. The Screen Actors Guild – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) is still on strike but is expected to begin separate negotiations with AMPTP.

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Months after fans called for Lemonis’ job, Mississippi State baseball back in postseason

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May 19, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-05-19 17:33:25

SUMMARY: Three months ago, Mississippi State fans criticized head baseball coach Chris Lemonis, doubting his 2021 championship success. Now, as postseason play begins, Lemonis is enjoying renewed support. Despite recent disappointments, the Bulldogs are ranked and in the top half of the SEC. Lemonis is focused on SEC Tournament success and preparing for a regional. National analyst Eric Sorenson and Kendall Rogers from D1Baseball champion Lemonis, suggesting the two lackluster seasons were anomalies. Heading into the SEC Tournament as a five-seed, Mississippi State may face hosting challenges, but Lemonis argues his team deserves it. They face rival Ole Miss on Tuesday.

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Gov. Reeves declares Emergency Medical Services Week in Mississippi

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14 hours ago

May 19, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-05-19 13:32:01

SUMMARY: Governor Tate Reeves has proclaimed May 19-25 as Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week in Mississippi. Residents are encouraged to express gratitude towards EMS workers, including technicians, paramedics, dispatchers, nurses, physicians, firefighters, and police officers. The Mississippi State Department of Health highlighted the continuous readiness of EMS teams to provide lifesaving care, which significantly improves survival and recovery rates. This year marks the 50th National EMS Week, celebrated nationwide. In Mississippi, the public is invited to honor EMS personnel at the Mississippi Trade Mart in Jackson on May 21 with a special event featuring various exhibits and demonstrations.

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