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Extra Table launches new ready-to-serve meal for food insecure Mississippians

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2 months ago

March 20, 2024

www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-03-20 16:28:58

SUMMARY: Extra Table, a statewide food bank in Mississippi, has introduced a new meal solution called “Extra Full” to combat hunger. Launched in Jackson, this product is a pot meal with four servings, ready in under 30 minutes, requiring only boiling water. The initial offering is red beans and rice made with rice from Two Brooks Farm in the Mississippi Delta, fortified with a vitamin mix, high fiber and protein, low sodium, and containing 22 vitamins and minerals. Extra Full meals will be packed by volunteers and distributed to food pantries at no cost, alongside other food provided by Extra Table to its 62 partner organizations. The initiative was created in partnership with several entities, including universities and corporate sponsors.

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

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5 hours ago

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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9 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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