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A bill would close 3 of Mississippi’s 8 universities, but lawmakers say it’s likely to die
SUMMARY: A bill proposed in Mississippi would close three of the state‘s public universities by 2028, based on enrollment, federal aid, tuition rates, degree programs, and local economic impact. Lawmakers believe the bill is unlikely to pass, with concerns about lack of knowledge and opposition from both legislators and alumni groups. Previous attempts to reduce the number of universities in the state have failed due to lack of support. Some suggest that providing more state support to universities could help reverse enrollment declines. Republican Sen. Nicole Boyd is reviewing the legislation but has no immediate plans to bring it up for a vote.
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Back Bay Mission & Ground Zero Blues Club Biloxi present the 2024 Musicians with a Mission
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Optimistic Saints and rebuilding Panthers set to unveil new offenses in NFC South clash
SUMMARY: The renovated Superdome will mark the beginning of the NFL season as the New Orleans Saints face the Carolina Panthers. New Orleans, under coach Dennis Allen and new offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, aims to revitalize its offense with quarterback Derek Carr and players like Alvin Kamara and Chris Olave. Meanwhile, the Panthers, coming off a 2-15 season, have a new general manager and coach, signaling a fresh start. Both teams feature many new faces; Young is expected to lead Carolina’s challenged offense. As defenses adjust, the stakes for both teams are high heading into the season opener.
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Award-winning Delta State University faculty and student film project to air on Mississippi Public Broadcasting
SUMMARY: The film “I Want to Be at the Meeting: Sacred and Secular in the Mississippi Delta” will air on Mississippi Public Broadcasting on September 13 and 15. It features Grammy-nominated artist Jontavious Willis and the Coahoma Community College Choir, presenting powerful gospel performances. Producer Don Allan Mitchell emphasized the project‘s interdisciplinary nature, stemming from a live-streamed concert during the pandemic. The film’s co-producer, Ted Fisher, recognized its potential as a documentary, showcasing the deep connection between blues and Black gospel music. Delta State University students played a key role in filming and editing, enhancing their learning experience.
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