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Senate kills bill that would have taken PERS board from elected to appointed

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8 months ago

April 2, 2024

www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-04-02 20:55:27

SUMMARY: The controversial House Bill 1590, aimed at restructuring the public employees’ retirement system (PERS) board and halting a 2% increase in employer contributions, was not advanced by the Senate. The bill proposed changing the mostly elected board to a mostly appointed one and has been met with disappointment by House Speaker Jason White and critique by Sen. Chris Johnson, advocating for more transparency instead. With the bill’s failure, there’s uncertainty about the future of the planned increase in contributions as pressure mounts to ensure the long-term sustainability of PERS without burdening taxpayers or reducing government services.

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Mississippi State soccer advances to Sweet 16 with win over Washington

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4 hours ago

November 23, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-11-23 10:42:00

SUMMARY: The Mississippi State women’s soccer team advanced to the Sweet 16 with a 1-0 victory over Washington. The decisive goal came in the second half from Zoe Main, assisted by Hannah Johnson, igniting a crowd of 4,022. The Bulldogs showcased strong home defense, led by goalkeeper Maddy Anderson, maintaining a perfect record at home without conceding a goal. Mississippi State dominated in key statistical areas, including shots (17-12) and corners (12). Head coach James Armstrong praised the team’s performance against a tough opponent. The Bulldogs, a one-seed and ranked No. 2, will face four-seed Notre Dame next.

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Jackson airport expecting another record Thanksgiving for travelers

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22 hours ago

November 22, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-11-22 16:41:00

SUMMARY: As Thanksgiving approaches, Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport (JAN) in Mississippi anticipates its busiest holiday season in years, with peak travel expected from November 26 to December 2. During Thanksgiving 2023, nearly 27,000 passengers flew through JAN. The Jackson Municipal Airport Authority (JMAA) urges travelers to arrive two hours early for parking and security. A new Dunkin’ Donuts has been added to the airport’s dining options, which now includes four other food and drink venues. JMAA CEO Rosa Beckett emphasized their commitment to ensuring a seamless travel experience. Nationwide, 5.84 million travelers are expected to fly during this period.

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Pearl police officer fired following accusations of theft

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22 hours ago

November 22, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-11-22 16:28:00

SUMMARY: A Pearl police officer has been fired and is accused of stealing money, although no criminal charges have been filed. Chief Nick McLendon reported that the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is looking into the allegations, which surfaced on Monday. The officer was placed on administrative leave while McLendon sought termination approval from the city’s Board of Aldermen, which was granted. McLendon emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability in law enforcement, stating that the officer should be presumed innocent until proven guilty while the investigation continues.

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