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Transportation commissioner calls for fuel tax increase to fund road construction projects
SUMMARY: Central District Transportation Commissioner Willie Simmons is urging Mississippi lawmakers to update the state’s fuel tax, unchanged since 1989, to support infrastructure projects. The tax, at 18 cents per gallon, is deemed inadequate for funding necessary road and bridge improvements. Discussions to raise the tax began in 2018, and some solutions like allocating lottery funds for infrastructure, diverting use taxes, a $250 million bond, and establishing a permanent fund for state aid were proposed. Simmons emphasizes the need for substantial, recurrent funding to complete crucial projects and suggests exploring different taxation options or revenue sources.
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Mississippi stores affected by Blue Bell ice cream recall over packaging mishap
SUMMARY: Blue Bell is recalling limited batches of its Moo-llenium Crunch ice cream due to a packaging error at its Brenham, Texas plant. Some half-gallon cartons of Moo-llenium Crunch were mistakenly labeled in Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough containers with Moo-llenium Crunch lids. Since Moo-llenium Crunch contains almonds, walnuts, and pecans, the recall warns customers with nut allergies of potential serious reactions. The mislabeled cartons can be identified by a specific code on the lid. Retailers across multiple states, including Mississippi, Alabama, and Texas, are affected. Consumers are advised to return the product for a full refund. No illnesses have been reported.
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MDOT to release documentary on 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina
SUMMARY: On August 29, 2005, Hurricane Katrina struck the Mississippi Gulf Coast as a Category 3 storm, causing catastrophic damage with a record 27.8-foot storm surge. The disaster resulted in 238 deaths and widespread destruction, with over 90% of coastal structures obliterated. The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) faced the immense challenge of rebuilding nearly all major routes. To commemorate the 20th anniversary, MDOT released a 30-minute documentary, “MDOT Remembers Hurricane Katrina: 20 Years Later,” featuring firsthand accounts from leaders and engineers involved in the recovery. The film premieres on MDOT’s YouTube channel, offering a detailed look at the restoration efforts.
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Definitive agreement signed to sell Starkville hospital to Baptist Memorial
SUMMARY: Starkville’s only hospital, Oktibbeha County Regional Hospital (OCH), is closer to being sold to Baptist Memorial Health Care for $55 million after the Oktibbeha County Board of Supervisors signed a definitive asset purchase agreement. Baptist plans to invest over $86 million in hospital facilities, technology, and physician recruitment, offering current OCH employees jobs under the new ownership. The deal, expected to finalize next month, follows extensive negotiations involving community leaders and institutions like Mississippi State University. The sale ends county control since 1973, addressing concerns about patient outflow and revenue loss. Baptist owns 12 Mississippi hospitals, including highly recognized facilities.
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