Tobacco is the number one cause of lung cancer in Mississippi. Health officials are urging folks to quit tobacco during this Lung Cancer Awareness Month.

Then, climate experts in solar power are speaking with state officials about the benefits of green energy.

Plus, transmission of STD's may be slowing, but Mississippi continues to lead the nation in congenital syphilis.

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A 2016 state law opened the door for state oversight at the largest airport in Mississippi. And this week, a lawsuit seeking to block that legislation has been dismissed.

Then, we sit down with Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann to discuss his plans for the upcoming legislative session.

Plus, Mississippi's rural hospitals are the front lines of healthcare for many folks, and it's a resource in high demand.

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A cyber security summit is being held Tougaloo College to train students along the cutting edge of digital safety.

Then, leaders with the CDC say the overall rates of STDs remain high, but signs are beginning to show a slowing in transmission.

Plus, we continue our discussion with Donna Ladd, co-founder of the Mississippi Free Press.

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