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First child flu death for 2024-25 season confirmed in Mississippi

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2025-01-24 11:15:00

SUMMARY: A Mississippi child has tragically died, marking the first pediatric influenza death of the flu season, according to the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH). The child had not received a flu vaccine this season. State Epidemiologist Dr. Renia Dotson emphasized that vaccination is vital for protection against influenza and its complications. Since the 2008-09 season, there have been 27 reported pediatric flu deaths in Mississippi. Flu season peaks from January to March, and flu shots are accessible for eligible individuals, including children and high-risk adults. Health officials recommend additional preventive measures to minimize flu spread.

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Southern Miss professor competes for USA field hockey national team

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2025-03-03 13:42:00

SUMMARY: Dr. Tristan Clemons, a faculty member at the University of Southern Mississippi’s School of Polymer Science and Engineering since 2021, is a renowned researcher and a decorated international field hockey player. He leads the Clemons Research Lab, focusing on polymer chemistry and biomaterials for therapeutic applications, and was named the 2023 Mentor of the Year. Originally from Australia, Clemons won three world championship gold medals as a goalie before retiring. Recently, he returned to the field, representing the U.S. National Team in the Hockey Nations Cup. He emphasizes breaking stereotypes about scientists, showcasing that one can excel in various fields.

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Multinational electrical engineering company announces $40 million expansion in Senatobia

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2025-03-03 10:34:00

SUMMARY: ABB Group, a multinational electrical engineering company, is expanding its presence in north Mississippi by investing $40 million in its Senatobia facility to meet rising demand for low-voltage circuit breakers. A new facility is set to open in 2026, creating 200 jobs. This expansion is part of a larger $120 million investment, which includes a 320,000-square-foot facility in Selmer, Tennessee. ABB CEO Morten Wierod emphasized that the growth supports the US energy transition, focusing on sectors like data centers and utilities. The Senatobia plant is notable for being ABB’s first U.S. facility with carbon-neutral manufacturing technology.

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Ole Miss, Southern Miss jump in D1 Baseball rankings, Mississippi State drops out

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2025-03-03 09:46:00

SUMMARY: In week three of the college baseball season, Mississippi State (7-4) fell out of the D1 Baseball top 25 after a tough 1-3 week, losing to No. 19 Troy and No. 25 Oklahoma State. Meanwhile, No. 17 Ole Miss (10-1) excelled with a perfect 4-0 week, including a standout victory over Southern Miss, leading to an eight-spot jump in the rankings. Southern Miss (9-3) rebounded from a rough start to win a series against TCU. This week, Ole Miss and Southern Miss will face Mississippi State in Starkville, while Southern Miss prepares to host UNC-Wilmington.

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