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Major disaster declaration approved for Mississippi following June tornadoes
SUMMARY: President Joe Biden has approved Mississippi’s request for a major disaster declaration following a week of severe weather in June. The declaration makes federal funding available to individuals and business owners in Jackson and Jasper counties affected by the storms. Assistance can include grants for temporary housing, home repairs, and low-cost loans for uninsured property losses. Federal funding is also available for state, tribal, and local governments, as well as certain nonprofits, for emergency work and facility repairs. Sixteen counties and the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians are eligible for assistance. Mississippi experienced a record number of tornadoes in June.
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Previewing college basketball in Mississippi ahead of Monday’s tipoff
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
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’
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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