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Brandon man who sexually abused teenage boy sentenced to 30 years
SUMMARY: Franky Lee Lovern, Sr., 54, of Brandon, Mississippi, was sentenced to 30 years in prison for sexually abusing a male teenager. He was convicted of sexual battery and gratification of lust. Lovern’s sentences will run concurrently. After his trial, he attacked a Rankin County sheriff’s deputy, leading to additional charges of aggravated assault, attempted escape, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and resisting arrest. A sentencing date for these new charges is pending. Lovern will serve his time without the possibility of parole. District Attorney Bubba Bramlett emphasized the importance of fighting sexual violence.
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Mississippi Senate advances tax reform bill, setting up future negotiations with House
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Senate has advanced legislation to reduce the state’s income tax to 2.99% by 2030 and lower the grocery tax from 7% to 5% by July 2025, aiming to provide financial relief amid bipartisan support. However, the plan includes a gas tax increase of 9 cents, funding infrastructure projects. While the Senate’s bill reduces taxes, concerns were raised about its impact on the state’s retirement system, which is only 56% funded. Opponents argued it could create future financial problems. Both the Senate and House have proposed tax reforms, which will be reconciled in conference committees.
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Beyond the echo chamber: A conservative’s case for media diversity and why the tide has turned
SUMMARY: A Facebook friend suggested I should diversify my media sources, hinting that my reliance on Fox News limits my perspective. Although I lean conservative, I read various outlets, including the NYT and BBC, to avoid echo chambers. Liberals struggle to understand my support for Trump, but I have legitimate concerns about cultural and governance issues impacting future generations. Media, particularly the NYT, displays significant anti-Trump bias, yet I still seek their viewpoints. The media landscape is shifting, with conservative voices gaining prominence through podcasts and new outlets. Despite a liberal-dominated journalism industry, I maintain a balanced media diet.
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MCBB: Mississippi State drops to No. 24, Ole Miss knocked out of AP Top 25
SUMMARY: Mississippi State dropped to No. 24, and Ole Miss fell out of the top 25 as both teams face tough Southeastern Conference challenges. Mississippi State (19-8, 7-7 SEC) boosted its NCAA Tournament hopes with a 70-54 win over Texas A&M but lost 93-87 to Oklahoma. Ole Miss (19-8, 8-6 SEC) was removed from the rankings after a 77-72 loss at Vanderbilt. Both teams are still NCAA Tournament contenders, ranked No. 26 and No. 28 in the latest NET rankings, with Mississippi State projected as a 5-seed and Ole Miss as a 6-seed in Joe Lunardi’s bracketology.
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