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Rural Mississippi schools fight to attract and keep teachers amid shortages
SUMMARY: Mississippi is grappling with a severe teacher shortage, particularly affecting rural areas like Green County. School leaders are struggling to recruit and retain qualified educators, with over 5,100 vacancies reported for the 2024-2025 school year. The average teacher salary in Mississippi is about $53,000, among the lowest nationally, contributing to high turnover rates, especially in high-poverty areas. Efforts to address the crisis include the Mississippi Department of Education’s new educator talent portal and initiatives like William KY University’s Grow Your Own program, which helps train future teachers. Advocates stress that systemic changes, including increased funding, are essential for solutions.

Mississippi’s education system faces a critical teacher shortage, particularly in rural areas like Greene County.
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Allen Beverages Local Eats: Pisano's Pizzeria, D'Iberville
SUMMARY: In this episode of Local Eats, Jesus RZ highlights Pisano’s Hand Tossed Pizza in Diberville, a pizzeria founded by Frank, who grew up in an Italian family and developed a passion for food. The restaurant is celebrated for its warm atmosphere and commitment to quality, using fresh, scratch-made dough and ingredients. Despite quickly serving pizzas in under seven minutes, the focus remains on product quality. Pisano’s boasts two locations: one in the Promenade and another on Howard Avenue. Operating hours are Sunday to Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Friday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

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2/13 – Sam Parker's “Cool Come Back” Thursday Night Forecast
SUMMARY: Meteorologist Sam Parker reports clear skies in South Mississippi after a cold front passed, bringing cooler temperatures in the 50s. Humidity is lower, though it will slightly increase by evening. Tonight’s temperature will drop to 43°F with wind chills possibly in the upper 30s. For Valentine’s Day, expect a high around 65°F, with warmer temperatures over the weekend. While Saturday appears good for outdoor activities, a slight risk of severe weather arises late Saturday night as storms approach. The 7-day forecast indicates a continuation of cooler weather next week. Stay weather aware, especially for Saturday night.

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In the Kitchen with Stalla
SUMMARY: In today’s show, Chef Christian Covic and General Manager Jamie SAA from Bo Revive showcase new menu items ahead of Valentine’s Day. Featured dishes include Atlantic salmon with sun-dried tomato pesto, a deep-fried lobster appetizer, and a steak Melise with garlic mashed potatoes. Reservations are recommended, as they are already booked for 414 guests. A special Valentine’s three-course prix fixe menu will be offered at $90, featuring an 8 oz filet mignon, stuffed lobster, potato gratin, charred broccolini, and strawberry panna cotta. Many new dishes will remain on the menu post-Valentine’s.

Stalla Italian Kitchen shows off its menu ahead of Valentine’s Day.
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