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News Summary On April 28, a tragic event occurred when a vehicle crashed into a building hosting the YNOT after-school camp. The incident resulted in...
News Summary In a recent vote, the U.S. House of Representatives opted to revoke California’s authority to enforce its environmental standards, specifically its Clean Air...
News Summary In a significant political shift, the North Carolina State Board of Elections now has a Republican majority for the first time since 2016....
News Summary China is weighing the possibility of resuming trade talks with the United States amidst rising tariffs and trade tensions. The Chinese Commerce Ministry...
News Summary A federal judge has halted the Trump administration’s use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan migrants in Texas. This ruling signifies...
News Summary A tragic accident on Highway 45 Alternate in Clay County, Mississippi, has resulted in one fatality. The crash, occurring early Thursday afternoon near...
News Summary Kati Hall, an educator at Mississippi State University and animal advocate in Starkville, is making a difference in her community through her dual...
News Summary Deidre Blair has been indicted for fraud related to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, allegedly receiving over $43,000 unlawfully. Following a thorough investigation...
News Summary The recent $400 million cut to the AmeriCorps VISTA program has resulted in immediate layoffs affecting nonprofits in Starkville. Thousands of VISTA employees,...
News Summary Firefighters from Starkville and Oktibbeha County have engaged in extensive training exercises to prepare for various fire emergencies. In collaboration with the Mississippi...