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Lawmakers nearing compromise on Medicaid expansion plan amid gridlock
SUMMARY: Mississippi Senate conferees, after initially missing a meeting, are now open to negotiating Medicaid expansion with the House. The Senate’s original proposal covers individuals up to 100% of the federal poverty level with a work requirement, while the House’s plan aims for 138%, potentially benefiting 200,000 residents. The Senate’s compromise includes managed care up to 100% and federal exchange coverage between 100% and 138% of the poverty level. The federal government would cover 90% of expenses and the state 10%. Both plans necessitate a work requirement, with the Senate ready to legalize such measures. Governor Tate Reeves, a Medicaid expansion opponent, facilitated Medicaid reimbursements for hospitals, as Mississippi remains among the 10 states without expanded Medicaid coverage. Any passed proposal would likely have to be resistant to a gubernatorial veto.
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Former Mississippi State standout Jake Mangum makes MLB debut
SUMMARY: Former Mississippi State outfielder Jake Mangum fulfilled a childhood dream by making his MLB debut with the Tampa Bay Rays after five years in the minor leagues. He was notified of his promotion from the Durham Bulls and started as the right fielder against the Colorado Rockies. In his debut, Mangum had four plate appearances and reached base once via a walk as the Rays won 6-2. His parents attended the game, celebrating their anniversary, while Mangum reflected on his journey, expressing gratitude for the support he received. A standout in college, he was drafted by the Mets in 2019.
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‘Shoutout to Laurel and my mother’: Mississippian stars in HBO’s ‘The White Lotus’
SUMMARY: Parker Posey plays Victoria Ratliff, a Southern matriarch in HBO’s The White Lotus, drawing on her Southern roots for the role. Born in Maryland and raised in Louisiana and Mississippi, Posey attended R.H. Watkins High School in Laurel, where her mother still resides. In interviews, she shared how her upbringing influenced her character’s long accent and personality, inspired by wealthy Southerners and theatrical influences like Tennessee Williams. Recognized as the “Queen of the Indies” following her work in films like Dazed and Confused, Posey continues to shine in her role on The White Lotus, airing Sundays on HBO.
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Ole Miss frontman Chris Beard named Jim Phelan National Coach of the Year following historic season
SUMMARY: Ole Miss head basketball coach Chris Beard received the 2025 Jim Phelan National Coach of the Year award after leading the Rebels to their second Sweet 16 appearance and first in 25 years, finishing the season with a 24-12 record. After a stronger second season, Beard enhanced his veteran roster with talented transfers. Ole Miss achieved its best SEC record in six years, including wins over top-ranked teams Alabama and Tennessee. Despite a narrow loss to Michigan State in the NCAA tournament, Beard is already engaging with top prospects in the transfer portal, aiming for continued success.
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