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Municipal primary runoffs: What to know before heading to the polls

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2025-04-16 17:24:00

SUMMARY: Polls in Mississippi will reopen on April 22 for municipal primary runoff elections, determining nominees for mayor, city council, and board of aldermen. Municipalities participating include Baldwyn, Gulfport, Jackson, and others. Registered voters can vote absentee in person until April 19, or by mail, with ballots due by Election Day. On April 22, polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Voters who participated in the April 1 primaries must vote the same party, while others may choose their party. To find polling locations or check results, contact local clerks or listen to SuperTalk Mississippi News.

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Mississippi treasurer touts $1 billion in interest earned through state investments

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2025-07-07 13:09:00

SUMMARY: State Treasurer David McRae announced that since taking office in 2020, Mississippi has earned a record $1 billion in interest income from its general and special funds. Approximately $450 million of this has been deposited directly into the general fund, enabling lawmakers to support schools, infrastructure, and reduce future tax needs. McRae emphasized his commitment to making state funds work efficiently through conservative financial management. Additionally, the treasury returned historic levels of unclaimed money to residents, distributing $40 million in 2024 alone and a total of about $120 million overall to rightful owners in Mississippi.

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Walter Anderson Museum of Art announces new date for ‘Eudora’ screening

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2025-07-05 12:27:00

SUMMARY: The Ocean Springs Walter Anderson Museum of Art will screen the documentary *Eudora* on August 2 at 2 p.m. inside Thaxton Studios. The 56-minute film explores the life and legacy of Jackson writer Eudora Welty through intimate photos and interviews, revealing new insights into her character. Following the screening, a panel discussion with the filmmakers will take place. Visitors can purchase signed copies of *Eudora* and *The Bicycle Logs of Walter Anderson*. Welty, a Pulitzer Prize winner, is celebrated as one of the South’s greatest authors. The free event requires registration and will be held at 510 Washington Avenue.

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Mississippi Highway Patrol needs your vote in national cruiser contest

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2025-07-04 11:09:00

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) is competing to win the American Association of State Troopers Best Looking Cruiser Contest, featuring their 2024 Ford Mustang squad car. They showcased the car in Clarksdale, Mississippi—highlighting landmarks linked to blues legend Robert Johnson, including a mural near Ground Zero Blues Club and the famous crossroads of U.S. 49 and U.S. 61. Clarksdale, also the setting for the 2025 film “Sinners,” was promoted as a rich cultural backdrop. Captain Criss Turnipseed urges Mississippians to vote online before the July 11 deadline, saying a quick voting session could boost their standing significantly.

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