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Senate’s in-person early voting bill triggers intraparty Republican spat

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2025-02-14 12:56:00

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Senate passed the “In-Person Early Voting Act,” allowing a 15-day “no excuse” early voting period, reducing the current 45-day absentee requirement. While the Republican-authored bill received bipartisan support, Governor Tate Reeves opposes it, claiming it could increase voter fraud and labels the initiative a “Democrat priority.” Senator Jeremy England defends the legislation, noting it aligns Mississippi with 47 other states that allow early voting. Despite Reeves’ criticisms, England argues that convenience in voting is essential. The bill, having passed with a 39-12 vote, awaits consideration in the House, where England hopes for a veto-proof majority.

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Hyde-Smith, Warnock team up to recognize Gold Star Families Remembrance Week

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2025-09-16 12:40:00

SUMMARY: U.S. Senators Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) and Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) have introduced a bipartisan resolution designating September 21-27 as Gold Star Families Remembrance Week nationwide. This period honors families of military service members who lost their lives defending the nation. Hyde-Smith first established the week in 2018, and since 2021, both senators have jointly introduced the resolution, receiving full Senate approval each time. The Gold Star symbolizes the sacrifice of fallen service members and their families, tracing back to World War I. Both senators emphasize the importance of recognizing and supporting these families for their immense sacrifices.

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Mississippi well-represented with pair of players featured in SEC weekly honors

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2025-09-15 13:03:00

SUMMARY: Mississippi was well-represented in the latest SEC players of the week. Bray Hubbard, an Ocean Springs native playing for Alabama, was named SEC co-defensive player of the week after five tackles and two interceptions in a 38-14 win over Wisconsin. He allowed just one catch on five targets and earned a 92.0 grade from Pro Football Focus. Ole Miss left tackle Diego Pounds earned co-offensive lineman of the week honors for helping backup quarterback Trinidad Chambliss lead the Rebels to a 41-35 win over Arkansas, playing all 75 snaps and allowing just one sack.

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Jackson State alum Tramell Tillman wins Emmy for ‘Severance’ role

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2025-09-15 06:07:00

SUMMARY: Tramell Tillman, a Jackson State University alumnus, made history at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards by becoming the first Black man to win Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for his role as Seth Milchick on “Severance.” Graduating in 2008, Tillman credited his mother for inspiring his acting career, recalling her tough but loving guidance. He celebrated Black actors who paved the way and highlighted his HBCU experience, notably showcasing Jackson State’s renowned marching band in “Severance.” Other wins for the show included Britt Lower and Merritt Weaver. Jackson State and fans praised Tillman’s groundbreaking achievement.

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