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Southern Miss teacher residency program granted $319K by AmeriCorps

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-07-18 10:28:23

SUMMARY: Southern Miss received a 2024 AmeriCorps State Grant worth over $319,000 to support its Golden Eagle Teacher Residency Program, aiding in the training of future educators. This grant will fund living stipends, textbooks, and testing fees for up to 30 graduate students enrolled in the Master of Arts in teaching in inclusive elementary education program. Teacher residents will serve in partner elementary schools across multiple districts, completing 1,200 service hours and gaining hands-on teaching experience. Dr. Trent Gould emphasized the importance of this partnership in addressing the teacher shortage and enhancing educational outcomes in Mississippi.

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‘Let’s Break New Ground’: Gov. Tate Reeves announces new economic development initiative 

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2025-02-05 14:20:00

SUMMARY: Governor Tate Reeves announced a new branding strategy, “Let’s Break New Ground,” aimed at attracting more private sector investment to Mississippi, building on the $32 billion gained during his first five years. Developed in partnership with The Ramey Agency, the initiative seeks to enhance the state’s appeal through pro-business policies and incentives, promoting collaboration with local entities. The campaign highlights Mississippi’s economic development successes and aims to expand its portfolio of industries while encouraging new businesses. The initiative hopes to bring additional projects by 2025, emphasizing streamlined processes and tailored solutions for companies.

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Mississippi State’s Hines, Ole Miss’ Elliot tabbed preseason All-SEC

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www.supertalk.fm – Ben Milam – 2025-02-05 12:09:00

SUMMARY: Ahead of the 2025 SEC baseball season, Mississippi State’s Hunter Hines and Ole Miss’ Hunter Elliot were recognized for their anticipated impact. Hines, a senior first baseman, earned First Team All-SEC honors after a standout 2024 season with 16 home runs and 56 RBIs. Elliot, a left-handed pitcher, was named to the Preseason Second Team despite missing two years due to injury, having impressed in 2022 during Ole Miss’ national title run. Mississippi State is ranked 9th, while Ole Miss is 15th in the SEC preseason rankings, reflecting the league’s competitive challenges. 

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Human remains found in Carroll County confirmed to be those of missing Ole Miss student Jimmie ‘Jay’ Lee

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2025-02-05 12:01:00

SUMMARY: Human remains discovered by hunters in Carroll County have been confirmed to belong to Jimmie “Jay” Lee, a former Ole Miss student missing since July 8, 2022. A necklace with Lee’s name was found at the site. Authorities arrested Sheldon “Timothy” Herrington, Jr. shortly after Lee’s disappearance, accusing him of murder linked to their alleged romantic relationship. A mistrial occurred due to a jury’s indecision, with one juror reluctant to convict without a body. With Lee’s remains now identified, a retrial is expected, potentially complicating the defense’s claims of Herrington’s innocence. Lee’s parents had previously declared him legally dead.

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