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Jackson school system fires or suspends over 40 employees after testing irregularities

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1 year ago

September 6, 2023

www.supertalk.fm – Alyssa Arbuckle – 2023-09-06 09:43:02

SUMMARY: Over 40 staff members at the Jackson Public School District in Mississippi have been fired, suspended, or reprimanded following an investigation into testing irregularities at seven schools. The investigation was conducted by the Mississippi Department of Education after irregularities in statewide testing were identified. The investigation found that the irregularities occurred in seven schools on the Mississippi Academic Assessment Program. Four of the schools experienced isolated incidents of irregularities in a specific grade level, classroom, or subject area, while the other three schools had more pronounced irregularities across multiple grade levels and subject areas. The district has vowed to uphold integrity and accountability and will implement additional measures to ensure testing security in the future.

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Previewing college basketball in Mississippi ahead of Monday’s tipoff

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8 hours ago

November 4, 2024

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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 State, Ole Miss, 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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9 hours ago

November 4, 2024

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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 George County, residents can vote on a new sales tax to fund the “Pennies for Parks” program, aimed at enhancing youth sports 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 Freedom Ridge Park, adding various recreational facilities. Both referendums highlight local investment in community sports and recreational development.

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Mississippi casino shuts doors due to ‘computer glitch’

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November 4, 2024

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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 casinos in New York and Colorado. Amy Brannigan, the company’s marketing director, confirmed they are working to resolve the problem but did not provide a timeline for reopening. Some social media 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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