MS conservation efforts hit a roadblock, but they’re still alive.
Representative Scott Bounds is scratching his head over the fate of House Bill 1231, specifically what happened to the bill when it got to the senate. "We were able to…
By unanimous vote, Mississippi Senate passes teacher pay raise
For the second time this session, the Mississippi Senate has passed a teacher pay raise. The chamber passed an amended version of a House bill that, if adopted, would raise…
Ole Miss, MSU ADs discuss what new order means for attendance
When Governor Tate Reeves announced the lifting of capacity limitations at outdoor venues, ears of college baseball fans across the state of Mississippi instantly perked up. While most fans instantly…
Guidelines for Mississippi casinos announced as restrictions ease
State-issued mask mandates and capacity restrictions on businesses in Mississippi have been lifted, but at casinos in the state, some guidelines will remain in place. According to the Mississippi Gaming…
Vaccine eligibility expands to 50+ in Mississippi
Vaccine eligibility has been expanded in Mississippi. One day after stating the possibility, Governor Tate Reeves has announced that Mississippians 50-years and older are now eligible to receive the vaccine.…
Thursday Open Lines – March 4, 2021
This week, TOL welcomes Mamie Martin Elementary Principal Nancy Fisher as they prepare for kindergarten registration, Loyd Star High School senior Will McCullough talks about the youth leadership council, and…
Bill barring transgender athletes from women’s sports sent to governor’s desk
The ‘Mississippi Fairness Act’ is headed to the governor’s desk. After passing the Senate earlier in the session, the bill aimed at banning transgender athletes from competing in women’s sports…
MSDH confirms 479 new COVID-19 cases, 21 deaths
The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting 479 new cases of COVID-19. The latest report brings the state’s total up to 296,154. With the confirmation of *21 additional deaths,…
Progressive voting reform bill passes in DC
By a vote of 220 to 210, H.R. 1 – For the People Act of 2021 has passed in the U.S. House of Representatives. Congressman Michael Guest voted against the legislation…
