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Bill signed into law expanding outpatient services for pregnant women
SUMMARY: Mississippi has enacted new legislation aimed at reducing the state's high infant and maternal mortality rates. The law, HB 539, grants eligible women access to outpatient prenatal services under Medicaid for up to 60 days, expanding support for mothers with a family income below 194% of the federal poverty level. The law, supported by a bipartisan majority, simplifies the process for applying for care and goes into effect on July 1. This effort complements ongoing initiatives to broaden Medicaid coverage and improve healthcare responsiveness in Mississippi. While the national infant mortality rate is 5.6 deaths per 1,000 live births, Mississippi's rate is significantly higher at 8.1, with a maternal mortality rate also exceeding the national average.
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SUMMARY: Henry Weaver, a 47-year-old man from Sledge, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for threatening a postal worker with a dangerous weapon. The incident occurred in Marks, Mississippi, on April 23, 2022. Weaver was convicted on February 13 and has been ordered to follow his prison term with three years of supervised release. U.S. Attorney Clay Joyner emphasized that threats against mail carriers are intolerable. The case was investigated by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service and the Quitman County Sheriff's Office and was prosecuted by AUSA Robert Mims.
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SUMMARY: Mississippi State University is launching the Dr. Elton Mac Huddleston Rural Veterinarians Scholarship to address a shortage of large animal veterinarians in rural Mississippi. Supported by House Bill 1210, the program will provide scholarships to veterinary students who commit to practicing in underserved rural areas, with a focus on food supply animals. The incentive includes loan repayment assistance for current veterinarians seeking further large animal training. The university has received $18 million to upgrade its veterinary facilities in support of the initiative starting this fall, with penalties for recipients who don't fulfill their practice obligations.
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SUMMARY: Severe weather in Mississippi on May 12-13 caused one fatality and property damage, according to the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA). Patricia Williamson, 68, from Sicily Island, LA, died when the vehicle she was in hit a tree in Wilkinson County. Another individual was injured in Lawrence County. Damages were reported in Jefferson Davis (5 homes), Lincoln (3 homes), and Smith (1 home, 5 businesses) Counties. With roads still blocked by fallen trees, MEMA advises residents to submit insurance claims and report damage through their online tool. More updates on assessments are expected as counties continue their evaluations.
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Rex Thompson's Midday forecast – May 14, 2024
Is the state looking to take over Smith Wills Stadium?
Mississippi Sound Coalition keeping up fight to protect from pollution caused by Spillway opening
Small section of Deer Island up for sale
Economic developments aim to keep Mississippi's workers in state
Lamar County holds voter referendum on school bond
Police chief discusses panhandling in Tupelo
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Mississippi News6 days ago
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Mississippi Today4 days agoLawmakers may have to return to Capitol May 14 to override Gov. Tate Reeves’ potential vetoes
