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$658 million delivered from governor’s Medicaid reimbursement plan as expansion questions remain
SUMMARY: Mississippi hospitals received a significant boost with $658.2 million from the Mississippi Hospital Access Program (MHAP), announced by Medicaid Executive Director Drew Snyder. This support comes as several hospitals face potential closure. The plan, introduced by Governor Tate Reeves and approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), aims to strengthen the state’s healthcare by offering reimbursements similar to private insurance rates. Despite this, the debate continues over Medicaid expansion in Mississippi, which could generate around $1 billion annually but faces opposition, particularly from Governor Reeves. Lawmakers are still exploring solutions to the state’s healthcare economic model.
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Former Mississippi State football player’s family loses home in California wildfires
SUMMARY: Wildfires in southern California have claimed at least 24 lives and destroyed nearly 13,000 structures. Jamire Calvin, a former Mississippi State wide receiver, announced his family’s home in Altadena was among the casualties. Calvin, who played for the Bulldogs in 2021 and 2022, shared his grief on social media, describing the devastation in his hometown. His aunt, Evelyn McClendon, tragically died in the fire. Authorities warn the fires will continue, fueled by severe weather conditions. The Mississippi State community has rallied to support Calvin, with a GoFundMe to help his family rebuild.
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Mississippi influencer urges change of course in what he calls ‘dangerous’ ban of TikTok
SUMMARY: Ahead of the U.S. ban on TikTok set for January 19, influencer Christopher Townsend, known as “Topher,” is among eight digital creators suing the government to nullify the law, HR 7521, passed in March 2024. The law, citing national security risks from TikTok’s Chinese ownership, threatens to shut down the app unless its parent company, ByteDance, sells it to an approved buyer. Townsend claims the ban infringes on First Amendment rights and argues for less restrictive measures, highlighting TikTok’s economic contributions and job support in the U.S. A Supreme Court decision on the matter is expected soon.
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Jay Pecci announced as Mississippi Mud Monsters’ first field manager
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Mud Monsters, the first Frontier League team in Mississippi, has named Jay Pecci as their field manager. Pecci, a former Northern League All-Star MVP and MLB Partner League veteran, brings over 17 years of baseball experience. He led the Florida Complex League Mets to the best regular season record in 2023 and has held coaching roles with the Syracuse Mets and St. Lucie Mets. As a player, Pecci earned a .588 College World Series batting average and holds the Gary SouthShore RailCats’ franchise record for career hits. The Mud Monsters’ inaugural game is on May 8 at Trustmark Park.
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