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West Point students go on leadership trip

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1 year ago

February 9, 2024

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-02-09 10:41:42

SUMMARY: West Point high school students are learning about leadership through a recent trip to Washington DC. The students, led by officers from the National Honor Society and student government Association, visited memorials and monuments on the National Mall, the National Museum of African-American History and Culture, Howard University, and the White House. The tour was guided by West Point high school graduate Kayla Moore. This trip aims to teach students about leadership and the qualities of a good leader.

Officers with the National Honor Society and Student Government Association traveled to Washington, D.C.

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Governor signs bill eliminating state income tax

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2 hours ago

March 27, 2025

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2025-03-27 18:35:15

SUMMARY: Governor Tate Reeves signed a bill that gradually reduces Mississippi’s state income tax by 0.25% each year until 2030, reaching a total reduction of 3%. Additionally, the state’s grocery tax, currently the highest in the U.S. at 7%, will be cut to 5% starting July 1st. To offset revenue losses, the gas tax will rise by $0.09 per gallon. Reeves emphasized that the policy supports hard-working residents and positions Mississippi for growth. House Bill 1, now law, may still be amended before taking effect, with changes being discussed in a conference committee regarding a new trigger system.

Mississippi governor to sign bill eliminating state income tax

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Historic Natchez Stone House: Pianist’s touch and antique maps

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4 hours ago

March 27, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2025-03-27 16:09:34

SUMMARY: The Historic Natchez Stone House, located near downtown Natchez, has a unique history, originally starting as a billiard hall in the 1850s. Owned by the Stone family since 1877, Joe Stone offers classical piano recitals for guests during spring pilgrimage tours on Fridays and Saturdays. The house features remarkable pocket doors with stained glass. Joe is passionate about antique maps, sparked by discovering a manuscript map of a nearby plantation. His collection focuses on early maps with Native American place names. The Stone House tour runs until April 19; tickets are available at littleeasytours.com.

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Ole Miss fans send off basketball teams to Sweet 16

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10 hours ago

March 27, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2025-03-27 10:28:24

SUMMARY: Ole Miss men’s and women’s basketball teams have begun their journey to the Sweet 16, with the women’s team heading to Spokane, Washington, and the men’s team traveling to Atlanta, Georgia. Fans gathered to send off the teams, expressing excitement for the Rebels’ chances in the tournament. The men’s team faces Michigan State on Friday at 6:09 p.m., with the winner advancing to the Elite 8. Meanwhile, the Lady Rebels will play UCLA at 9:00 p.m. Central Time, with the winner meeting the LSU-North Carolina State winner. The competition begins Friday as Ole Miss aims to reach the next level.