SUMMARY: Pearl River Community College (PRCC) has launched a new “one-stop-shop” Enrollment Center on the Poplarville Campus, aimed at streamlining the student enrollment process from application to graduation. This center consolidates services from Admissions, Student Accounts, and Financial Aid, enhancing customer service and personal support. Each applicant will be paired with an Enrollment Specialist for guided assistance. The initiative follows the successful “Happy to Help” campaign, boasting high customer satisfaction rates, and was previously piloted at the Forrest County Campus. A grand opening is scheduled for January 13-14, featuring complimentary snacks for attendees.

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SUMMARY: The University of Southern Mississippi’s School of Media and Communication has launched the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center (RHCJC) to foster fact-based journalism and community engagement. Funded by the Scripps Howard Foundation, the center will support 10 counties and aims to inform citizens about local issues. Director Nichole Cyprian emphasizes restoring public trust in journalism and combating misinformation through initiatives like the “What is True?” hotline and media literacy classes. The center’s inaugural series, “Bill of Health,” will explore Medicaid expansion impacts. The project promotes collaboration between students and professionals to enhance community-serving journalism.

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SUMMARY: Singing River ENT has opened a new clinic in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, enhancing access to quality ear, nose, and throat care for Jackson County residents. The clinic features a team of board-certified specialists, including Dr. Timothy Haffey, a head and neck cancer expert, and Dr. Erik Rasmussen, noted for his work in sleep apnea treatments. This expansion complements an existing clinic in Pascagoula. A ribbon-cutting ceremony is set for January 24 at the new location, where the community can meet the staff. For appointments, visit singingriverhealthsystem.com/ear-nose-throat or call 228-809-5355.

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