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Dr. Michael Aderibigbe, an assistant professor at The University of Southern Mississippi, has been awarded the National Poetry Series Competition’s prestigious honor for his poetry collection titled 82nd Division. This accolade, which recognizes only five winners from around 1,400 submissions, highlights Aderibigbe’s significant contributions to contemporary poetry. His work addresses themes of colonialism and postcolonial life in Nigeria. Joining USM in 2022, he has received various awards, including the Mississippi Arts Commission’s Individual Artist Fellowship. Dr. Aderibigbe aims to authentically portray the struggles and humanity of people impacted by colonialism through his poetry.

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SUMMARY: As college football enters week five, the No. 6 ranked Ole Miss Rebels are positioned as contenders for the playoffs, boasting a 4-0 record. Quarterback Jaxon Dart has been pivotal, throwing for 382 yards and four touchdowns in their recent 52-13 victory over Georgia Southern. This week, they face a tough challenge against the Kentucky Wildcats, noted for their formidable defense. Meanwhile, the Mississippi State Bulldogs struggle, coming off a loss and dealing with injuries, including a season-ending injury to their starting quarterback. Coach Jeff Lebby emphasizes resilience as they prepare for their upcoming game against top-ranked Texas.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves urged legislators to dismiss the “myths” opposing his push to phase out the state‘s income tax, emphasizing it as essential for economic growth. Speaking at a conference, he stated that eliminating the income tax would help Mississippi compete with states like Florida and Texas. The state will reduce its top income tax rate to 4% in two years. Critics argue tax cuts could harm funding for education and budgets, but Reeves countered with positive job announcements and budget surpluses. Some legislators cautioned against drastic tax changes, referencing Kansas’ failed tax cuts.

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