SUMMARY: Columbus, Mississippi, is experiencing a temperature drop of at least 10 degrees after a hot start to the week, with rain expected mainly near Hurricane Helene’s path. Wednesday will see morning showers giving way to partial clearing, with afternoon highs around 80°F. Overnight, lows will drop into the mid-60s. Thursday brings potential for a dry day with sunshine, but evening rains are likely as Helene approaches. Friday, areas north of US 82 may experience steady rain, while the weekend forecast includes clouds and spotty showers, with temperatures remaining in the upper 70s.

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SUMMARY: Lawmakers in Mississippi convened for a policy summit in Flowood to discuss tax reform despite the legislature being out of session. Hosted by House Speaker Jason White, the summit featured speakers addressing the potential elimination of the income tax, grocery tax reductions, and reforms for the Mississippi Department of Transportation. Governor Tate Reeves advocated for tax cuts, noting revenue increases following previous tax reductions. Meanwhile, Democratic leaders emphasized the need to balance tax reforms with essential services like education and healthcare. White stated that tax reform will remain a priority in the upcoming 2025 session, alongside Medicaid expansion.

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SUMMARY: Blake Shapen suffered a season-ending shoulder injury during Mississippi State‘s loss to Florida on September 21. Despite requiring surgery that would end his season, he returned to the MSU football facility for rehab and actively participated in coaching. Head coach Jeff Lebby praised Shapen’s commitment and leadership, noting the respect he holds among teammates. This injury follows a similar setback last season at Baylor, but Lebby emphasized that Shapen will continue to be a vital presence throughout the remainder of the season.

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