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AP source: Rose Bowl agrees to clear way for CFP expansion

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2022-11-30 21:16:19

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The Rose Bowl logo is seen during a fly over before the Rose Bowl NCAA college football game between Utah and Ohio State Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022, in Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill, File)

Rose Bowl game organizers informed College Football Playoff officials Wednesday they are willing to alter agreements for the 2024 and ’25 seasons, clearing the way for the CFP to expand to 12 teams.

A person with knowledge of the discussions between game organizers and CFP officials told The Associated Press that the Rose Bowl is prepared to be flexible and wants to continue to…

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IRS is sending out automatic stimulus payments. Who is getting them?

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-01-13 16:15:00

SUMMARY: The IRS is distributing approximately $2.4 billion to about 1 million taxpayers who overlooked claiming the Recovery Rebate Credit on their 2021 tax returns, which could provide up to $1,400 per individual. This initiative was announced after the IRS identified eligible taxpayers who filed their returns but didn’t claim the credit. Payments will be made automatically by late January without requiring amended returns. Taxpayers who haven’t filed for 2021 can still claim the credit by the April 15, 2025 deadline. The program aims to assist those who missed out on previous Economic Impact Payments during the pandemic.

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Pearl River Community College Unveils Innovative ‘One-Stop-Shop’ Enrollment Center to Streamline Student Experience

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-01-12 14:00:00

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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Roy Howard Community Journalism Center Officially Launched at Southern Miss

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-01-12 10:00:00

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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