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Mississippi awarded $1.2B to expand internet access in underserved parts of state

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www.supertalk.fm – Alyssa Arbuckle – 2023-06-26 15:04:19

SUMMARY: Mississippi has been granted over $1.2 billion in federal funding to expand high-speed internet access. The Broadband Expansion and Accessibility of Mississippi (BEAM) will administer the funding through a competitive grant process. The goal is to reach 300,000 unserved and 200,000 underserved locations without access to high-speed broadband. Governor Tate Reeves emphasized the importance of broadband infrastructure for economic opportunities and connectivity. The funding is part of the national Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program, which prioritizes areas with no or limited internet access. BEAM will submit a five-year action plan to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) for approval.

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Mississippi has plenty of connections to Super Bowl LIX

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2025-01-27 09:52:00

SUMMARY: Super Bowl LIX will take place on February 9, featuring the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles in New Orleans. Several Mississippi players will be participating, including Chiefs defensive lineman Chris Jones, a six-time All-Pro, and Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown, who had over 1,000 receiving yards this season. Linebacker Nakobe Dean and running back Kenneth Gainwell from the Eagles and linebacker Swayze Bozeman from the Chiefs also represent Mississippi. Chiefs coach Todd Pinkston, a Southern Miss alum, will face his former team. Kendrick Lamar and SZA will headline the halftime show, with anticipated celebrity commercials.

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MCBB: Southern Miss finds first road win of season, beating Louisiana 67-59

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www.supertalk.fm – Hunter Dawkins – 2025-01-26 10:13:00

SUMMARY: Southern Miss secured its first road win of the season, defeating Louisiana 67-59. The Golden Eagles held a narrow one-point lead with a minute left, but Christian Watson’s layup and key free throws from Neftali Alvarez, Denijay Harris, and Alfred Worrell sealed the victory. Southern Miss overcame an early Louisiana surge and led 35-31 at halftime. Despite a Louisiana comeback, the Golden Eagles took control in the final minutes. Coach Jay Ladner praised the team’s maturity after a previous overtime loss. The win, Southern Miss’ first in Lafayette since 2009, was highlighted by contributions from DeAntoni Gordon and others.

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MCBB: No. 16 Ole Miss drops third straight in 83-75 loss at No. 22 Missouri

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January 25, 2025

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2025-01-25 20:52:00

SUMMARY: Ole Miss started strong in Southeastern Conference play but has now lost three straight games, including an 83-75 defeat at Missouri. Tamar Bates scored 26 points, and Chris Grill added 22 for the Tigers, who improved to 15-0 at home. Ole Miss, missing forward Dre Davis, led early but was overtaken by a 12-0 run from Missouri. Despite a brief rally in the second half, Missouri’s strong defense and free-throw shooting sealed the victory. Ole Miss struggled with rebounding and three-point shooting. Next, the Rebels face Texas on Wednesday.

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