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Rankins: Latest bond rating highlights IHL’s stewardship of Mississippi’s public universities

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www.supertalk.fm – Al Rankins, Jr. – 2024-01-31 17:02:24

SUMMARY: The Board of Trustees of Mississippi's Institutions of Higher Learning (IHL), overseeing eight public universities and various other centers, has been praised by Moody's Investors Service for its fiscal prudence. In a January 11 , Moody's rated IHL as Aa2 stable, citing its operational scale, solid fundraising, and financial oversight. Though the system faces challenges such as pension liabilities and enrollment concerns, stable growth is expected post-pandemic. IHL's cost-saving measures include reducing debt payments by $119 million since 2016, cutting $109 million in energy costs, saving over $105 million in centralized insurance, and negotiating better library subscription terms to save $4 million. These efforts underscore IHL's dedication to its stewardship role.

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Officials to break ground on Amazon Web Services Monday morning

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www.supertalk.fm – Staff – 2024-05-20 07:56:11

SUMMARY: will gather in County for a groundbreaking ceremony for Amazon Web Services (AWS) on Monday. AWS is investing over $10 billion into two hyperscale data centers in Mississippi, one at the Madison County Mega Site and another near Tougaloo College. Gov. Tate Reeves signed legislation in January facilitating this , expected to create over 1,000 high-tech . Lawmakers appropriated $44 million for and loaned $215.1 million to ensure project completion within five to seven years. The groundbreaking is for 9 a.m. at 108 Walker in Canton.

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

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

SUMMARY: Three months ago, Mississippi fans criticized head coach Chris Lemonis, doubting his 2021 championship . Now, as postseason play begins, Lemonis is enjoying renewed . 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. into the SEC Tournament as a five-seed, Mississippi State may face hosting challenges, but Lemonis argues his team deserves it. They face rival on Tuesday.

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Gov. Reeves declares Emergency Medical Services Week in Mississippi

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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) in Mississippi. are encouraged to express gratitude towards EMS workers, technicians, paramedics, dispatchers, nurses, physicians, firefighters, and . The Mississippi Department of 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 on May 21 with a special featuring various exhibits and demonstrations.

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