SUMMARY: The Mississippi Museum of Natural Science is celebrating the holiday season with its “Museum Merriment” series, featuring various festive events. Highlights include “Let’s Talk Turkey” on November 26, where visitors can interact with live turkeys, and “Santa Feeds the Fish,” where Santa scuba dives in the aquariums every Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday from December 1-22. Other events include “S.T.E.M. with Snowflakes” on December 6 and “Snow Much Fun” on December 13-14. These events are free for members and included with regular admission for non-members. Yearly memberships are available as a holiday gift.

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SUMMARY: U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith from Mississippi has chosen to remain in her Senate position despite speculation about being appointed as Secretary of Agriculture by President-elect Donald Trump. In a statement, she expressed gratitude for the nomination consideration but emphasized her commitment to continuing her work for Mississippi. As a former state agriculture commissioner, she aims to support the agricultural community and plans to run for re-election in 2026. Hyde-Smith has been an advocate for various agricultural initiatives and projects during her Senate tenure. With her decision, other potential candidates for the Secretary of Agriculture position include Charles Herbster and Kip Tom.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi has improved the funding of its college tuition programs, with the Mississippi Prepaid Affordable College Tuition (MPACT) Legacy Plan now reaching over 100% funding after being only 72% funded in 2019. State Treasurer David McRae credits fiscal decisions and a record 27% investment return in Fiscal Year 2021 for the turnaround. The College Savings Board updated actuarial assumptions in 2020, which further strengthened the plan. The newer Horizon Plan, started in 2014, is also fully funded at 135.5%. McRae emphasizes the importance of these programs for enhancing educational opportunities and supporting economic development in Mississippi.

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