SUMMARY: Mississippi lawmakers are conflicted over Medicaid expansion. House Speaker Jason White proposed a ballot referendum, letting voters decide, but the Senate, influenced by Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann, rejected the idea. The House previously favored expanding Medicaid to 138% of the federal poverty level without relying on a work requirement waiver from CMS. In contrast, the Senate's plan required a strict work requirement, later adjusting closer to the House's position but still insisting on work criteria. Discussions remain deadlocked, with no bill moving forward without a work requirement. Governor Tate Reeves criticized the referendum approach, highlighting the inability to reestablish a ballot initiative process.

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SUMMARY: The Reed Green Coliseum at Southern Miss, operating since 1965, is set for a major $35 million renovation starting in May, with completion expected by early 2025. Athletics Director Jeremy McClain has announced upgrades including a new dome, roof, lobby with ticketing and fan shop, renovated concessions, new practice facility, and enhanced scoreboard. A new club lounge with concessions and restrooms will enhance the game day experience, along with other amenities like a new entry, premium seats, loading dock, pedestrian plaza, and scoreboards. The project, approved by Mississippi's Institutions of Higher Learning Board of Trustees, follows a 1% sales tax voted in by residents in 2019. Despite renovations, the USM basketball teams will continue playing in the facility.

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SUMMARY: Archie Manning will headline Delta State University's “A Night of Champions” event on August 1 at Walter Sillers Coliseum. The former NFL MVP and father of Super Bowl champions Peyton and Eli Manning will engage in a casual conversation with Statesmen Hall of Famer Langston Rogers. Proceeds from the event, which includes an auction and VIP meetings, will benefit Delta State Athletics. Tickets will go on sale soon, with funds going towards scholarships, facilities, staff, and program support. Archie is a Mississippi native with a strong connection to the region.

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