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Lawmakers to discuss tax reduction as Mississippians pay third-most in U.S. for groceries

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-01-17 13:58:40

SUMMARY: Mississippi faces the highest grocery tax rate in the U.S. at 7%, making it the third with the highest weekly grocery expenditure at $290.64, just below California and Nevada. Numerous attempts to reduce or eliminate the tax have failed in legislation. However, Republican Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann is advocating for a future proposition to alleviate this financial strain on . Despite setbacks, there is bipartisan for decreasing the tax, with Republican Rep. Becky Currie expressing confidence in such legislation passing if brought to the floor. A tax rebate fund bill also failed in 2023.

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MDHS highlighting services for senior citizens during National Caregiver Month

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-11-04 10:44:00

SUMMARY: November is National Caregiver Month, and the Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) is emphasizing the contributions of caregivers through its Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS), showcasing programs like the Mississippi Caregiver Program and the Mississippi Dementia Care Program. This year’s theme, “Caregiving Around the Clock,” highlights the importance of supporting caregivers who care for vulnerable individuals. MDHS offers essential services, respite care, counseling, and support groups. These programs aim to alleviate caregiver stress and enhance well-being, emphasizing the relevance of community and self-care.

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Early forecasts show potential hurricane angling toward Mississippi

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2024-11-04 10:10:00

SUMMARY: The 2024 has seen Hurricanes Helene and Milton batter the southeastern U.S., with Mississippi potentially facing its first direct hurricane impact soon. The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a tropical depression, expected to become Tropical Storm Rafael. Currently with 35 mph winds, this system is projected to strengthen into a hurricane as it heads towards western Cuba on Tuesday. Heavy rain, , and mudslides are anticipated in the Caribbean, prompting hurricane watches for the Cayman Islands and tropical storm warnings for . Rafael would be the 17th named storm of the season.

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Who’s running for U.S. House in Mississippi? Here’s the list

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-11-03 17:49:00

SUMMARY: With Election Day approaching, all four U.S. House seats in Mississippi are contested. In District 1, Republican incumbent Trent faces Democrat Dianne Black, a recurring candidate who previously lost to him by 46 points in 2022. District 2 sees long-serving Democrat Bennie Thompson challenged by Republican Ron Eller, who emphasizes education, economics, and energy in his campaign. District 3’s Michael Guest, elected in 2018, has no challengers. In District 4, Republican Mike Ezell is challenged by Democrat Craig Raybon, who focuses on rights and economic issues. Voters will also choose candidates for the presidency, U.S. Senate, and courts on November 5.

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