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Mississippi Insight for May 31, 2024: Heading to Conference
SUMMARY: The content discusses the conservative plan for Medicaid expansion in Mississippi, with disagreements between the house and senate on the details of the plan. The Senate’s plan covers fewer people and includes a work requirement, while the house plan covers more people and has a backup plan if the work requirement is not approved. There are concerns about the impact of merging voting precincts on voter suppression, with a state representative expressing worries about her constituents. The debate between the house and the senate on the Medicaid expansion plan and voting precinct changes is ongoing, with potential veto threats from the governor.
The Senate sets the stage for negotiations with the House on expanding Medicaid, with substantial differences in each chamber’s proposals. We’ll hear highlights from the Senate’s floor debate, and reactions from the MHA and House Democrats. Hosted by 12 News’ Byron Brown and produced by Tom Wright.
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9/5/25- Below average temps return this weekend
SUMMARY: Downtown Meridian is hot and humid at 88°F, feeling like 90°F. Butler has rain with temperatures near 84°F, while Quitman is hotter at 91°F, feeling like 99°F. Livingston experienced showers, cooling temperatures to the upper 70s. Spotty showers may continue tonight, especially near Butler, with rain decreasing in Sumter County. An approaching cold front could increase rain chances overnight and tomorrow, with level one and two severe weather threats in northern Mississippi, though not locally. Cooler, drier air arrives Sunday, lowering dew points and temperatures to highs in the 80s and lows in the 50s. Tropical Invest 91L has moderate development chances; Hurricane Kiko remains a concern for Hawaii.
9/5/25- Below average temps return this weekend
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Sunshine will prevail for most of Thursday and Friday… Tori Alvarado’s First Alert Weather Fore…
SUMMARY: Overnight showers moved through south of Interstate 20, affecting Smith, Jasper, Newton, and Scott counties, but have since cleared. Thursday morning starts cool with temperatures in the upper 60s to low 70s—68 in Philadelphia, 67 in D’Lo and Livingston, 69 in Decatur, 70 in Meridian, and 71 in Eucutta. Clouds are present but the sun is visible. Afternoon highs will reach the lower 90s with heat indices in the mid to upper 90s, signaling hot, humid conditions. A small chance of afternoon showers exists. Friday is dry; Saturday brings a cold front with spotty showers, followed by cooler, drier air Sunday and Monday. Tropical activity is likely, with the next storm named Gabrielle.
Sunshine will prevail for most of Thursday and Friday… Tori Alvarado’s First Alert Weather Forecast 9/4/25 For more Local News …
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Interview: Bodock Festival set for Sept. 12-13 in Pontotoc
SUMMARY: Leah from the Main Street Association in Pontotoc discusses the 31st annual Bodock Festival, now held at the downtown pavilion near the Tanglefoot Trail. The venue change was due to recent investments, including a large stage, playground, and ample space for vendors and parking. The festival begins Friday with a pancake breakfast and the Twilight on the Tanglefoot Run, featuring glow-in-the-dark t-shirts. Friday night includes live music by Blues Child and Justin Kirk. Saturday offers vendors, food trucks, children’s activities, and evening concerts with the Cody Riddle Band and headliner Chris Kaggel. The event boosts the local economy and attracts thousands annually.
Come out to the Bodock Festival on Sept. 12-13 in Pontotoc.
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