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The Mississippi Department of Health reported at 11 a.m.

Winston, Webster and Choctaw

MSDH records first COVID death in county

The Mississippi Department of Health reported at 11 a.m. on May 26, 273 new cases and 17 new deaths. The totals are now 13,731 COVID-19 positive persons in the state with 652 deaths.

Louisville to take advantage of grant funds

l In their regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, May 19, Louisville Mayor Will Hill advised the Board of Aldermen of an opportunity to take advantage of a grant in excess of $900K.

LMSD holds drive-through graduations

Louisville Municipal School District High School’s held drive-through graduations for the Class of 2020 recently.

Safety is Top Priority as Schools Plan for ‘Return to Play’ This Summer MASS webinar focuses on restart of sports activities in Mississippi schools

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On Fri, 05/29/2020 - 11:52 AM

JACKSON ― As school districts prepare to restart sports activities, the safety and well-being of students, athletes, fans and communities remains the top priority in all decisions involving athletics in Mississippi.

Presley Works with Congress to Speed Up $940 Million for Broadband Deployment in Mississippi

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On Thu, 05/28/2020 - 05:33 PM

Jackson, MS (May 28, 2020) – Today, Mississippi Public Service Commissioner Brandon Presley joined a bipartisan group of federal lawmakers and industry leaders in showing support for legislation accelerating the timeline to make federal dollars available for rural broadband deployment.

Two from MSU selected for UMMC-GTEC Scholars Program

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On Thu, 05/28/2020 - 05:15 PM

STARKVILLE, Miss.—A doctoral student and a recent graduate of Mississippi State University are selections for the Robert Smith, M.D. Graduate Scholars Program, part of the Jackson Heart Study Graduate Training and Education Center at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson.

Catfish producers can make case for relief funds

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On Thu, 05/28/2020 - 04:54 PM

RAYMOND, Miss. -- Catfish producers impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic have the opportunity to provide the U.S. Department of Agriculture information on why they should be eligible for economic assistance through the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program.

Three Columbus-Tupelo-West Point Area TV Stations Changing Frequencies

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On Thu, 05/28/2020 - 02:18 PM

In the Columbus-Tupelo-West Point area, these are the three TV stations scheduled to change frequencies by July 3, 2020:

Federal funds going to Kemper County Energy facility

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On Thu, 05/28/2020 - 11:05 AM

A federally-funded carbon capture facility is planned for a site adjacent to Mississippi Power’s Kemper County Energy Facility.

Governor Tate Reeves Announces Safe Return for Mississippi in Final Stages of Reopening Economy

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On Wed, 05/27/2020 - 05:16 PM

JACKSON — Today, Governor Tate Reeves announced his Safer At Home order will be ending on June 1 to be replaced by new guidance for the next stage of economic recovery for Mississippi.

Mississippi College Nursing Graduate Katie Roberts Serves on Frontlines in New York

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On Wed, 05/27/2020 - 01:10 PM

Mississippi College nursing graduate Katie Roberts felt called to serve COVID-19 patients at a New York City hospital.

GCS class of 2020

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On Wed, 05/27/2020 - 12:22 PM

Annabelle Moorman Crowder Annabelle is the daughter of Marty and Kathrine Crowder. She is the Salutatorian for the Class of 2020. She attends Antioch Community Church and is a member of the First Presbyterian Church youth group in Louisville.

Winston Legals 052720

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On Wed, 05/27/2020 - 12:21 PM

IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF WINSTON COUNTY, MISSISSIPPI MARNITA HENDERSON D/B/A/ CAHC - PLAINTIFF VS. CAUSE NO.

May 27 COVID-19 Update

Winston, Webster and Choctaw

The Mississippi Department of Health reported at 11 a.m. on May 26, 313 new cases and 18 new deaths.

The totals are now 14,044 COVID-19 positive persons in the state with 670 deaths. Cases reported to the MSDH after 6 p.m. will be reported later.

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