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Democratic Party appeals decision to reinstate Hickingbottom as governor candidate
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Democratic Party is appealing a Hinds County Circuit Court judge's decision to reinstate gubernatorial candidate Bob Hickingbottom on the ballot. Hickingbottom, who is challenging party frontrunner Brandon Presley in the primaries, was removed by party officials in February over a failure to submit a statement of economic interest (SOEI) to the Mississippi Ethics Commission. The Mississippi Supreme Court has issued an order for both sides to file necessary paperwork to expedite the appeal process, as absentee voting for the August 8 primary elections is fast approaching.
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Mississippi Senate moves forward with Medicaid expansion plan despite pushback from Gov. Reeves
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Senate quickly passed a Medicaid expansion bill, labeled “Expansion Light,” with a 37-15 vote, differing from the House version by extending coverage to those at 100 percent of the federal poverty level, not 138 percent. The bill includes a work requirement of 30 hours per week with exceptions, potentially covering 80,000 citizens. Governor Tate Reeves opposes the Senate's plan, viewing it as “welfare expansion” for able-bodied adults and vowing to fight against Obamacare expansions. Proponents argue it would support working poor and struggling hospitals. The proposal now moves to the House for consideration.
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Mississippi awarded $23M in federal funds for transportation projects statewide
SUMMARY: Mississippi will receive over $23 million in federal funding for statewide transportation improvements due to the FY2024 T-HUD Appropriations Bill. The funds will enhance ports, airports, roads, and bridges, with key projects listed including multimodal expansion, roadway and bridge enhancements, and airport upgrades. The initiative is backed by local government officials and senators like Cindy Hyde-Smith, who emphasize the importance of these developments. Alongside state-level projects, the bill also supports national grant programs and a new bridge initiative that Mississippi can access, demonstrating a combined effort to fortify infrastructure both locally and across the nation.
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Oxford nominated by USA Today as ‘best town’ in three categories
SUMMARY: Oxford, Mississippi, known for its Southern hospitality and cultural scene, has been nominated by USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards in three categories: Best Small College Town, Best Small Town Food Scene, and Best Public Square. The public can vote for Oxford until noon on April 1 for the first two categories and until April 8 for the Best Public Square. Kinney Ferris, the executive director of Visit Oxford MS, expressed excitement over the nominations as recognition of the town's offerings. Oxford hosts events like the Double Decker Arts Festival and Ole Miss athletics, drawing national interest. Nominees are chosen by experts including USA TODAY and 10Best.com editors.
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