SUMMARY: Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is a growing concern for hunters in Mississippi, with increasing prevalence highlighted in Benton County. The disease, which affects deer brain function, was first detected in the state in 2018 and has been tracked in 17 counties. Experts like Dr. Bronson Strickland and William McKinley emphasize that CWD can be asymptomatic for long periods, complicating detection. The U.S. Geological Survey reports CWD is present in 36 states, raising alarms for wildlife management. Although it poses risks, it’s not an imminent threat to deer populations. Testing harvested deer and staying informed is crucial.

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SUMMARY: The North Mississippi Surgery Center (NMSC) has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation’s top 16% of ambulatory surgery centers, ranking among the best for ophthalmology. This achievement is supported by the Orthopaedic Institute of North Mississippi (OINMS), which contributed to the center’s success in orthopedic surgery. NMSC was commended for high procedural volume, low complication rates, and excellent patient outcomes. It is the only facility north of Jackson on the U.S. News list. OINMS was also named “Best Medical Clinic” and “Best Orthopedic Clinic” in the 2024 Daily Journal Readers’ Choice Awards.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves signed House Bill 1063 into law, establishing the “Mississippi State Employees Paid Parental Leave Act.” Starting January 1, 2026, eligible state employees with at least one year of service can take six weeks of paid leave (100% salary) for newborn or newly adopted children. The bill passed with unanimous support after amendments reducing the leave from eight to six weeks. While praised as a step forward, advocacy groups like the Mississippi Black Women’s Roundtable urge further action to expand paid leave to low-wage and part-time workers. Mississippi joins 36 states offering paid parental leave.

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