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CMS approves governor’s plan to provide $600 million to Mississippi hospitals

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2023-12-13 11:48:44

SUMMARY: The CMS has approved a major part of Governor Tate Reeves’ plan to allocate nearly $700 million to Mississippi hospitals, despite initial concerns that it might require expansion. The Mississippi Hospital Access Program (MHAP) will ensure hospitals are reimbursed close to the commercial rate for treating Medicaid in the managed care system. The initiative is expected to about $600 million with an additional $89 million pending approval. praised the collaboration with professionals that led to the plan’s formulation. MDOM is set to distribute the first payments imminently, retroactive to July 1.

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Previewing college basketball in Mississippi ahead of Monday’s tipoff

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-11-04 17:22:00

SUMMARY: College basketball in Mississippi returns, providing fans of Mississippi , , and Southern Miss a break from a challenging football season. Mississippi State, under coach Chris Jans, aims to improve on last season’s 21-14 record, featuring a strong returning core and several transfer additions. Ole Miss, in year two of Chris Beard’s tenure, also looks to bounce back from a 20-12 season with a mix of veteran players and new transfers. Southern Miss seeks redemption after a disappointing season, relying on veteran guards and transfers to enhance their lineup. Both teams kick off their seasons Monday night.

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Local tax referendums will join elections on some Mississippi ballots

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2024-11-04 16:15:00

SUMMARY: As Election Day approaches, voters are preparing and deciding on proposed tax referendums. In , can vote on a new sales tax to fund the “Pennies for Parks” program, aimed at enhancing youth facilities. This initiative includes a one-cent sales tax on restaurants and a three percent tax on hotels, with plans already in place for new soccer fields. Meanwhile, Ridgeland voters will consider a sales tax increase to expand Ridge Park, adding various recreational facilities. Both referendums highlight local investment in community sports and recreational .

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Mississippi casino shuts doors due to ‘computer glitch’

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2024-11-04 14:16:00

SUMMARY: Magnolia Bluffs Casino in Natchez closed on Friday due to a technical issue linked to its parent company, Saratoga Holdings. As of three days later, the casino remains shut, with security barring access. The issue has also affected Saratoga’s other in New York and Colorado. Amy Brannigan, the company’s marketing director, confirmed they are working to resolve the problem but did not a timeline for reopening. Some social comments expressed skepticism about the nature of the closure, despite the company’s insistence that it involves only IT problems. The casino was taken over by Saratoga in October 2022.

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