SUMMARY: Ole Miss suffered a heartbreaking loss to Texas A&M, despite leading for nearly the entire game. The Rebels (15-4, 4-2 SEC) had an eight-point advantage with two minutes remaining, but turnovers and missed free throws allowed the Aggies (15-4, 4-2 SEC) to capitalize. Manny Obaseki’s late three-pointer sealed the Aggies’ victory. Matthew Murrell led Ole Miss with 16 points, while Texas A&M dominated rebounding with 48 boards to Ole Miss’ 31. Coach Chris Beard expressed disappointment, noting the team’s preventable mistakes down the stretch. Ole Miss aims to bounce back against Missouri on Saturday.

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SUMMARY: C Spire aims to enhance rural broadband access in Mississippi by launching a 5G home internet plan, addressing the 23% of households lacking an internet connection. Using fixed wireless access (FWA), C Spire’s 5G network provides high-speed internet to areas without traditional infrastructure. Craig Jackson, senior VP at C Spire, emphasizes the importance of reliable internet for education and economic growth. The initiative, in partnership with Inseego, features the 5G Wavemaker FX3110 router, supporting up to 64 devices with speeds up to 100 Mbps. This development aims to bridge the digital divide and increase connectivity across the state.

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SUMMARY: Senate Appropriations Chair Briggs Hopson announced plans to introduce a bill to counter the House’s proposed “Build Up Mississippi Act,” which aims to cut taxes by $1 billion, including phasing out the income tax over a decade and reducing grocery taxes. The House passed the bill with a strong bipartisan vote of 88-24. Hopson indicated that the Senate’s approach will address broader fiscal concerns, including the impact on public infrastructure and future Medicaid expenses. As discussions progress, both chambers are navigating the complexities of tax policy and potential Medicaid expansion amid ongoing funding challenges.

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