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Opinion: Now is the time for Mississippi to expand Medicaid

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www..fm – Hunter Dawkins – 2023-07-20 14:47:12

SUMMARY: Mississippi hospitals are facing a crisis, with layoffs and department closures due to financial struggles. Lawmakers passed a plan to address the issue, but it has proven ineffective. Medical have been advocating for expansion as a solution, arguing that it would financial and improve access. However, the political polarization surrounding the issue, with conservatives calling it “Obamacare” and Democrats blaming , has hindered progress. The recent removal of 29,000 from Medicaid could result in even more people losing . The author supports Medicaid expansion, highlighting its potential to create and improve healthcare coverage.

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Partial human remains discovered in Flowood pond by fishermen

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-05-05 22:53:49

SUMMARY: Fishermen in Flowood, Mississippi, found partial human remains in a pond on Sunday evening. Flowood , alerted by the fishermen around 7:15 p.m., confirmed the discovery at a pond near 4200 Mangum Road. The Rankin County Coroner has since taken the remains, and a search for more evidence was planned for the Monday morning. This incident marks the third time in the past month that fishermen in Mississippi have across human remains. Previous findings included the body of a missing man, Dau Mabil, and 42-year-old Jay Lee Barber, both discovered near rivers. The police continue to investigate these cases.

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Hurricane Preparedness Week underway in Mississippi

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-05-05 06:22:01

SUMMARY: Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves has announced May 5-11 as Hurricane Preparedness , urging residents to prepare for a potentially active Atlantic forecasted to have 23 named storms, 11 hurricanes and 5 major ones. The () advises at least a 72-hour supply of essentials and maintaining fully stocked disaster kits. MEMA will share daily preparedness tips on social , covering risks, pre-season preparation, understanding, evacuation, storm safety, post-storm caution, and immediate actions. An updated hurricane guide is available to assist with preparations. Residents can stay informed through a newsletter subscription.

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Mississippi’s 2024 legislative session is over. Here’s what passed and what didn’t

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-05-04 11:07:12

SUMMARY: Mississippi's legislative concluded with key decisions including a new $7.9 budget and the passage of the Mississippi Student Formula, revamping public education funding. Controversial topics like expansion, ballot initiative restoration, and mobile betting fell through. Other notable legislation includes sign language recognition in schools, mandatory driver's education, adjustments to public employees' retirement system contributions, and digital search warrant procedures. The also tackled issues related to gender identity in public facilities, expedited medical care authorization, road and bridge funding, for first responders, a Purple Alert system for missing persons with cognitive disabilities, and the designation of new symbols.

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