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State health department urging smokers to ditch cigarettes to improve heart health
SUMMARY: Mississippi’s Health Department highlights the link between smoking and heart disease, which is the state’s leading cause of death. Smoking increases the risk of heart disease by two to four times, with Black males showing the highest rates of heart disease, correlating with high menthol cigarette usage. Officials urge quitting smoking through support services like free blood pressure checks and Quitlines. The state promotes heart-healthy behaviors like a balanced diet, regular exercise, and controlling blood pressure, providing community support for those looking to improve their health. For more information on the risks of smoking or quitting, resources are available online.
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Gov. Reeves signs bill phasing out Mississippi’s income tax into law
SUMMARY: Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves signed a bill on March 27, 2025, to eliminate the state’s income tax, reduce the grocery tax, and fund infrastructure projects. The bill, authored by Rep. Trey Lamar, will gradually cut the personal income tax to 3% by 2030, with full elimination by 2037. The grocery sales tax will drop to 5% this summer. Despite legislative infighting, including a typo that expedited tax cuts, Reeves celebrated the law as a major achievement. While some lawmakers oppose the plan, proponents argue it will boost the state’s economy by returning funds to residents and promoting growth.
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Hyde-Smith casts doubt on validity of Signal chat snafu as Wicker calls for investigation
SUMMARY: The publication of an article by Jeffrey Goldberg of The Atlantic, claiming he was inadvertently added to a secure Signal group chat discussing military plans against Houthi terrorists, has sparked controversy in Washington. While officials confirm the mistake, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth denied that any war plans were shared. The Atlantic subsequently released chat messages detailing aircraft types and airstrike timings. President Trump initially denied any classified information was disclosed, but later stated he was unsure. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith questioned how Goldberg acquired the information, suggesting possible unethical methods. A bipartisan call for an investigation into the matter is underway.
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Former Greenville funeral home owner arrested after 3 bodies found in storage unit
SUMMARY: A former funeral home owner in the Mississippi Delta, Al Creath, was arrested after three dead bodies were found in a storage unit at an iStorage facility in Greenville. Creath, 31, was charged with two counts of improper desecration of a corpse for allegedly operating a funeral business illegally after losing his license. The bodies were discovered in a casket, and Creath used the storage unit to hold bodies awaiting funeral services. Greenville Mayor Errick Simmons expressed concerns about the disturbing incident and assured the public that authorities were investigating. More charges are expected as the investigation continues.
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