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Mississippi Edition episodes

  • 03/26/2025: Tax Expert | Equal Pay Day | Foreign Aid

    We speak with a tax expert about how lawmakers may have made a typo when passing a bill that would eliminate income tax in Mississippi.

    Then, for Equal Pay Day, black women from across Mississippi are seeking to draw attention to the gender wage gap.

    Plus, advocates for Mississippi's agriculture industry are calling on Washington to protect foreign aid.

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    24 min
  • 03/25/2025: Tornado Survivors | Panhandling Bill | Congressman Thompson

    Hear from survivors of the tornado that tore through Tylertown on March 15th. Our Michael McEwen takes us there as they continue recovery efforts.

    Then, Governor Tate Reeves has signed a bill into law that strictly regulates panhandling. But legal experts say it could violate the First Amendment.

    Plus, Mississippi's 2nd District Congressman Bennie Thompson reacts to some of the major changes happening in Washington.

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    24 min
  • 03/24/2025: Rolling Fork Tornado | Tax Cut Legislation | US Dept. of Education

    It's been exactly two years since an EF-4 tornado hit rolling fork. And last night, another tornado was spotted in the area.

    Then, lawmakers have passed a major tax cut bill that will eliminate the state income tax. But critics say it's not going to benefit the average Mississippian.

    Plus, we speak with a researcher about how a shutdown of the US Department of Education could affect Mississippi schools.

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    25 min
  • 03/21/2025: Tax Bill Passes House | Social Security Concerns | Data Centers

    House lawmakers have voted to concur with the Senate on a bill that will eliminate the state income tax.

    Then, concerns are being raised about the closure of several Social Security offices in Mississippi, even as the Administration is set to require in-person identity checks.

    Plus, data centers are bringing multi-billion dollar investments into communities, including those in the South.


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    24 min
  • 03/20/2025: Thompson Town Hall | Parchman Poetry | Tornado Shelter Maps

    Mississippi's 2nd District Congressman shares an update from Washington and hears feedback from his constituents.

    Then, Inmates in Unit 29 at Parchman Prison share stories of life behind bars through a collection of essays and poetry.  

    Plus, a map of storm shelters across Mississippi shows the major gaps in safe places for folks to go during tornado warnings.

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    25 min
  • 03/19/2025: Tax Cuts | Dems Opposition | Food Donations

    Republicans in the Mississippi House are sharing their thoughts on the latest tax cut proposals.

    Then, House Democrats are speaking out against those tax cuts and legislation that would ban "Diversity, Equity and Inclusion" initiatives.

    Plus, As residents in the southern part of the state clear out debris and salvage what remains of their lives, a nonprofit relief organization provides hot, chef-prepared meals.

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    24 min
  • 03/18/2025: Tax Cut Changes | Storm Recovery | Postal Worker Rally

    Mississippi legislators are moving closer to a compromise plan that could eliminate the state's income tax. 

     Then, Mississippians are picking up the pieces after an outbreak of destructive storms roared through the state over the weekend.  

    Plus, Mail carriers in South Mississippi are sounding the alarm on proposed changes to the U.S. Postal Service 

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    25 min
  • 03/17/2025: Tornado Outbreak | Storm Recovery | Food Banks in Need

    A deadly weather system moved across Mississippi this weekend leaving behind destruction and loss of life. Now the long recovery process has begun.

     Then, Residents in the community of Tylertown where 3 people were killed from the powerful storm share their stories of loss.

     Plus, A Mississippi food bank is in need of food and supplies to continue helping needy families.


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    23 min
  • 03/14/2025: Severe Storm Prep | DEI | Senator Hob Bryan

    We speak with the National Weather Service about tonight's storms. Forecasts predict high winds, hail, and possible tornados.

    Then, Mississippi lawmakers are taking action to eliminate DEI programs in universities and K-12 schools across the state. 

    Plus, The longest serving member of the State Senate shares his thoughts on this year's legislative session. 

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    25 min
  • 03/13/2025: Income Tax Discussions | School Portability | Colorectal Cancer Month

    Negotiations are underway in the Mississippi legislature over the state's income tax--whether to cut or not to cut.

    Then, A school choice bill that would have allowed students to easily move between public school districts has died on the House calendar.  

    Plus, More Mississippians die of colorectal cancer than anywhere else in the nation. Health officials are stressing the importance of prevention and early detection.

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    24 min

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In a continued effort to provide relevant, interesting and engaging programming to our statewide audience, MPB Think Radio provides Mississippi Edition, a weekday news magazine program. Mississippi…