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MDOT granted nearly $5 million to improve hurricane evacuation routes

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7 months ago

May 6, 2024

www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-05-06 12:24:25

SUMMARY: During Hurricane Preparedness Week, Mississippi was allocated nearly $5 million to upgrade evacuation routes. This funding, part of the federal PROTECT Grant, will enhance contraflow systems on I-55 and I-59, used exclusively for hurricane evacuations. The grant allows for extending contraflow routes and adding gates, signage, and mile markers to improve traffic flow on these highways. MDOT emphasizes the necessity of efficient evacuation strategies for coastal safety. The project, still in the design phase, is expected to start in 2025, with aims to bolster safety and efficiency during natural disasters.

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November 23, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-11-23 16:29:00

SUMMARY: No. 9 Ole Miss’s national championship hopes were dashed after a 24-17 loss to Florida, a must-win game for the Rebels. Despite outgaining the Gators, Ole Miss failed to score in the red zone, resulting in two turnovers on downs and a missed field goal. Jaxson Dart had a strong start with two touchdown passes but threw two late interceptions. Ole Miss struggled on the ground without its leading rusher, while Florida capitalized with a balanced attack. The Rebels, now 8-3, must regroup for the Egg Bowl against Mississippi State. This loss likely drops them from playoff contention.

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Mississippi State soccer advances to Sweet 16 with win over Washington

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8 hours ago

November 23, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-11-23 10:42:00

SUMMARY: The Mississippi State women’s soccer team advanced to the Sweet 16 with a 1-0 victory over Washington. The decisive goal came in the second half from Zoe Main, assisted by Hannah Johnson, igniting a crowd of 4,022. The Bulldogs showcased strong home defense, led by goalkeeper Maddy Anderson, maintaining a perfect record at home without conceding a goal. Mississippi State dominated in key statistical areas, including shots (17-12) and corners (12). Head coach James Armstrong praised the team’s performance against a tough opponent. The Bulldogs, a one-seed and ranked No. 2, will face four-seed Notre Dame next.

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Jackson airport expecting another record Thanksgiving for travelers

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November 22, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-11-22 16:41:00

SUMMARY: As Thanksgiving approaches, Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) in Mississippi anticipates its busiest holiday season in years, with peak travel expected from November 26 to December 2. During Thanksgiving 2023, nearly 27,000 passengers flew through JAN. The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) urges travelers to arrive two hours early for parking and security. A new Dunkin’ Donuts has been added to the airport’s dining options, which now includes four other food and drink venues. JMAA CEO Rosa Beckett emphasized their commitment to ensuring a seamless travel experience. Nationwide, 5.84 million travelers are expected to fly during this period.

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