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Amtrak’s return to Mississippi Gulf Coast may be derailed by city leaders in Alabama

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-06-26 13:22:59

SUMMARY: Plans to reintroduce Amtrak passenger services along the Mississippi Gulf Coast are at risk due to insufficient support from city officials in Alabama. In 2022, an agreement was made for a route from Mobile, Alabama, to New Orleans, Louisiana, with stops in Mississippi. However, Alabama officials now want Mobile to cover much of the state’s financial share. For the project to proceed, approval from five of Mobile’s seven city councilmen is required, but only three support it. Despite the Alabama Port Authority agreeing to cover $1 million of the expenses, Mobile leaders are concerned about future financial impacts. Mayor Sandy Stimpson remains hopeful but is uncertain about securing the necessary votes.

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Ole Miss chancellor Glenn Boyce elected to SEC Executive Committee

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2025-07-03 12:59:00

SUMMARY: Ole Miss Chancellor Glenn Boyce began a two-year term on the Southeastern Conference (SEC) executive committee, which includes officers and elected representatives like university presidents, athletics directors, and faculty athletics representatives. Boyce expressed honor in serving and aims to help the SEC maintain excellence in collegiate athletics. The committee oversees the SEC’s budget and financial affairs. Since Boyce became chancellor in 2019, Ole Miss athletics have flourished, with strong performances and championships across multiple sports, alongside increased student enrollment. Other committee members include Tennessee Chancellor Donde Plowman (president), Missouri’s Mun Choi (vice president), and Texas A\&M’s Paul Batista (secretary).

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Ole Miss building thousands of factory-made dorm rooms to meet housing demand

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2025-07-02 12:01:00

SUMMARY: The University of Mississippi is addressing a surge in enrollment and a housing shortage by partnering with Greystar to build approximately 2,700 modular dorm beds by 2027. This public-private partnership, approved by the Board of Trustees, allows factory-built units from Modern Living Solutions to be assembled on campus, reducing costs and speeding construction. Located on former Kincannon Hall and West Row sites, the new housing will include suites, dining facilities, and parking garages. The initiative aims to improve student living options while involving local subcontractors for over 70% of on-site work, supporting the state’s economy and student experience.

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Lane Kiffin trolls Hugh Freeze after Ole Miss beats Auburn for four-star commit

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2025-07-01 12:43:00

SUMMARY: Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin playfully trolled Auburn coach Hugh Freeze on social media after Ole Miss secured four-star tight end JC Anderson’s commitment. Kiffin, known for humorous recruiting jabs, highlighted his team’s recruiting win over Freeze’s Auburn. Freeze, former Ole Miss coach (2013-16), resigned amid scandals and now leads Auburn while recovering from prostate cancer. Kiffin has since elevated Ole Miss with a 44-18 record, five straight bowl appearances, and historic recruiting wins like edge rusher Landon Barnes over Ohio State. Ole Miss opens the 2025 season Aug. 31 with new quarterback Austin Simmons aiming to build on recent success.

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