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Mississippi Insight for July 9, 2023: One on one with Tiffany Longino
SUMMARY: In this content, Tiffany Longino, a Republican candidate for lieutenant governor in Mississippi, discusses various issues including economic policy, taxes, healthcare, and education. She emphasizes the need for transparency in healthcare bills and proposes implementing mental health programs in schools. Longino also talks about her plan to create a dual curriculum system that focuses on agriculture to keep young adults in Mississippi and increase job opportunities. She suggests increasing revenue from corporations instead of raising taxes on Mississippians. She supports the expansion of Medicaid and highlights the importance of addressing health issues, such as obesity and STDs, through education and prevention programs. Longino acknowledges Mississippi’s low ranking in healthcare and calls for initiatives to improve transparency and access to healthcare services.
Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann faces two challengers in the August 8 Republican primary election. This week, we hear from one of them Tiffany Longino of Brandon, about your priorities if she is elected to the state’s second most-powerful political office. Hosted by 12 news’ Byron Brown and produced by Tom Wright.
SUMMARY: A forest fire in Rankin County, sparked by a resident’s controlled burn, has been contained but not fully extinguished. The fire, affecting over 300 acres, began around 11 a.m. and prompted evacuations of nearby homes as it spread eastward toward Scott County. Approximately 15 volunteer fire departments responded to the blaze, utilizing various firefighting equipment to contain it. Although no structures were damaged, the situation remained serious, with smoke visible in the area. Residents are urged to stay informed as crews continue their efforts to fully extinguish the fire. Updates will be provided by 12 News.
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Black History Month: Chickasaw County native redefining the cowboy image in Hollywood
SUMMARY: WDVA celebrates Black History Month by highlighting Tim Cook, a Chickasaw County native redefining the cowboy image in Hollywood. A Rodeo Champion and skilled stuntman, Cook recalls his early love for rodeo, which led him to impressive stunts in major films, including “The Harder They Fall.” As he showcases the talents of black cowboys, he emphasizes their significant but often overlooked contributions to the American West, where an estimated one in four cowboys were black in the 1800s. Cook sees his work as a way to honor this history and inspire the next generation of black rodeo performers.
Tim Cook is a former bareback and bull rider from Houston, Mississippi. He talked to WTVA’s Michelle Martin about bringing his life as a cowboy to the big screen.
SUMMARY: A significant software glitch is disrupting Mississippi’s driver license bureaus, with operations expected to resume by the week’s end. The Department of Public Safety revealed that a routine update from a third-party vendor caused the issues, resulting in 2 to 3-hour wait times at various offices. Currently, only limited services, such as gun permits and ID cards, are being offered. Commissioner Tindle addressed accountability and future contracts with the vendor to prevent recurrence. He urged the public to remain patient as staff work diligently to resolve the chaos caused by the tech failure.
Mississippi DMVs could return to normal by the end of the week.
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