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Mississippi State sees largest freshman class in school history

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2023-08-21 14:50:40

SUMMARY: Mississippi State University is reporting its largest freshman class in school history for the 2023-24 academic year. The incoming freshman class in Starkville is expected to be over 3,700 students. Other colleges and universities in Mississippi, including Ole Miss, Southern Miss, Jackson State, and Alcorn State, are beginning the school year this week. Enrollment numbers for most schools will not be finalized until later in the fall, but it is expected that other universities will also announce record class sizes.

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Mississippi investing $110 million in ‘future economic development success’

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-11-13 16:05:00

SUMMARY: Governor Tate Reeves announced Mississippi’s investment of over $110 million for statewide economic development, infrastructure upgrades, workforce development, tourism, and conservation. More than $97 million will support site development and infrastructure projects aimed at enhancing economic growth. This funding follows Amazon Web Services’ $10 billion investment in data centers. The Mississippi Development Authority will allocate over $29 million for various industrial site improvements. Additional funding seeks to enhance rail and wastewater systems, support workforce training, and fund conservation initiatives, positioning Mississippi for further private sector investments and job creation.

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Grand opening date set for casino-based travel plaza in Louisville

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-11-13 14:18:00

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians will open the Crystal Sky travel plaza in Louisville, Winston County, on December 19 at 11 a.m., following almost two years of construction. The 18,000-square-foot facility includes a casino with 150 slot machines, a sportsbook lounge, a restaurant, 3,000 square feet of retail space, and fueling stations. Open 24/7, it aims to serve both travelers and locals. The project, which cost $25 million and will create at least 100 jobs, is designed to foster community connections. A job fair is scheduled for November 15 at Lake Tiak-O’Khata in Louisville.

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Former community college honor society advisor sentenced for embezzlement

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-11-13 13:59:00

SUMMARY: Robin Lowe, the former advisor for the Phi Theta Kappa honor society at Itawamba Community College, has pleaded guilty to embezzling over $36,915 in public funds from 2008 to 2023. Arrested in February, she was sentenced to 20 years in prison, with 19 years suspended, and must serve one year in an intensive supervision program after one year in prison. Lowe has repaid the stolen funds and was fined $1,115.50. State Auditor Shad White emphasized ongoing efforts to combat fraud in Mississippi and encouraged reporting suspected fraud by calling (800)321-1275.

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