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Column: We need out-of-the-box thinking to address Mississippi’s healthcare woes
SUMMARY: In 2008, the author became concerned about the potential effects of presidential candidate Barack Obama’s health care reform proposal on their business. Obama’s plan, which later became the Affordable Care Act (ACA), introduced employer “shared responsibility,” mandating large employers to cover a significant portion of employee health insurance premiums. The author, who didn’t usually engage with politics, was worried about the increasing costs and the complexity of compliance, prompting discussions with a company lawyer. Although advised the concerns might be premature, the implications of the plan factored into the author’s business decision-making due to uncertainty about the future regulations.
The ACA was eventually passed, including most of Obama’s proposals, except the public option, aimed at achieving universal coverage. Many ACA taxes have since been repealed. The author criticizes the law’s failure to lower premiums as promised. Discussions on Medicaid, its expansion, and its impact are presented, with Mississippi’s stance on Medicaid expansion highlighted. Several alternative policy solutions to address health care issues are suggested, emphasizing free-market approaches and the utilization of ACA marketplaces with enhanced subsidies through the American Rescue Plan Act. The author concludes by advocating for a task force to address Mississippi’s health care challenges.
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SUMMARY: The 28th annual Double Decker Arts Festival in Oxford will be held on April 25-26, featuring Mississippi cuisine, live music, and art. A red double-decker bus will be the centerpiece, and Tupelo artist Sarah Buzzell’s work will be featured as the official artwork. The festival, with over 75,000 attendees, will include a variety of live performances, including acts like Charley Crockett, Grace Potter, and Cedric Burnside. Additionally, there will be over 150 art vendor booths, a Kid Zone, and a Blues Alley. The event coincides with an Ole Miss baseball series against Vanderbilt at Swayze Field.
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SUMMARY: Terrell Buckley, a Pascagoula native and College Football Hall of Famer, has been hired as the new head coach at Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU). A former Super Bowl-winning defensive back, Buckley brings 18 years of coaching experience, including stints at Mississippi State, Ole Miss, and with the XFL’s Orlando Guardians. He replaces Kendrick Wade, who was let go after a 1-11 season. Buckley, known for his ball-hawking skills as a player, is committed to building a culture of hard work and accountability at MVSU, with the goal of turning around the Delta Devils’ football program.
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SUMMARY: Mississippi State Athletics has announced plans to upgrade Davis Wade Stadium’s lighting system for the 2025 football season. The new LED system, designed by Techline Sports Lighting, will provide better field illumination, color-changing lights, and special effects. It will enhance the game-day experience for both players and fans, including choreographed lighting during key moments. This is the first lighting upgrade since 2010. The new system aims to improve visibility, create an electric atmosphere, and boost TV broadcast quality. The project will be completed in partnership with a Mississippi-based company and is part of ongoing improvements to the program.
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