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Mississippi sees spike in child care enrollment after abortion ban and child support policy change
SUMMARY: The number of families in Mississippi accepting public assistance for child care has been steadily increasing since the state implemented a near-total abortion ban. The sharpest increase occurred after a child support policy change in May. The Mississippi Department of Human Services reported 31,532 families receiving vouchers as of this month, compared to 24,500 in October 2020. The rise in enrollment poses a threat to the agency's financial resources, potentially resulting in longer waiting periods for child care assistance. Advocates argue that the prior policy deterred single mothers from applying due to fear of abuse and hindering their ability to work.
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SUMMARY: An increase in humidity is expected in Columbus, Mississippi over the next couple of days, with storm chances likely on Wednesday night. Tuesday will be warm and breezy with a few showers and storms possible in the afternoon, some of which may become locally strong. Wednesday will see the potential for widespread showers and storms in the evening as a strong cold front moves through, with the possibility of severe weather. However, nicer weather is expected for the weekend with gradual clearing on Friday and drier conditions on Saturday, although isolated showers may return on Sunday into Monday.
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SUMMARY: Margaret Richards has been named the new head coach for the Jackson State Women's Basketball team, marking a new era for the Lady Tigers. Richards previously coached at Alabama A&M for eight years before joining Mercer's staff. She is excited for the new challenge and looks forward to meeting alumni and continuing the team's tradition and history. Richards replaced Tomekia Reed, who left to become the head coach for the Charlotte 49ers. She is eager to hit the ground running and build upon the success of the team.
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SUMMARY: A shooting in a Vicksburg neighborhood resulted in multiple houses being hit with stray bullets, but no injuries were reported. Residents called the police after hearing gunshots in the area. Vicksburg Police Chief Penny Jones emphasized the importance of video surveillance in communities and urged residents to regularly check their camera systems. Jones stated that the police have identified a person of interest in the case and are investigating. The incident, described as a random act, has left the neighborhood shaken, especially for Jones who grew up in the area. Residents are encouraged to stay vigilant and ensure their safety measures are working properly.
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