www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt's Local News Station – 2024-05-08 01:55:47

SUMMARY: Mississippi is one of 10 states without a Medicaid expansion plan after state lawmakers failed to reach a compromise. House Medicaid committee chair Missy McGee expresses disappointment that they were unable to agree on the Senate's work requirement. Despite being close, a breakdown occurred when discussing this issue. The House tried to work in language to allow for expansion while leaving room to address the work requirement at a later time similar to North Carolina's plan. McGee believes that building a plan from scratch next year will be a tough task but remains open-minded. The House will review its plan over the summer with Medicaid expansion remaining a priority.

With state lawmakers failing to reach a compromise, Mississippi will remain one of 10 states without a medical expansion plan.

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt's Local News Station – 2024-05-08 01:55:35

SUMMARY: Covington County Hospital in Mississippi is now home to a Safe Haven baby box, providing mothers in crisis with a safe place to surrender their newborns. The hospital hosted a blessing ceremony for the baby box, offering an alternative for women who are not ready for motherhood. This new option allows mothers to give up their babies anonymously within 45 days of birth. The baby box maintains a constant temperature and has alarms to alert authorities when a baby is placed inside. The Covington County Republican women raised $20,000 in donations to purchase the baby box, which is the third of its kind in Mississippi.

A blessing was held at the Covington County Hospital for its Safe Haven Baby Box on Tuesday.

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-05-07 22:55:42

SUMMARY: Larry Blackman talks about the upcoming 27th annual Mississippi Alabama antique alley event, which will take place from May 16-19 along Highway 11. He discusses the history of the event and efforts to promote and attract more vendors. The event offers a unique shopping experience with hundreds of vendors set up along the 60-mile trail. Larry also mentions the success of the East Central baseball team and invites viewers to check out the event. Additionally, there is a weather forecast and information about the Mississippi Lottery's new Lotto America game. The Meridian Police Department is also highlighted as a place for officers to grow and work as a family. Lastly, there is a segment on top graduating students in the area.

The Annual Highway 11 Antique Alley Sale is set for May 16-19 and begins in Meridian

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