• 06/17/2025: AI Education | Pediatric Dental Care | Meningitis Transmission
    Jun 17 2025

    On today's show:

    Educators are working with business leaders in Mississippi to discuss how artificial intelligence can be used effectively in the workplace.

    Then, dentists are reminding families to get checkups for their kids this summer.

    Plus, meningitis transmission is increasing in other states. Mississippi has high vaccination rates, but experts say there are still vulnerable people.

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    24 mins
  • 06/16/2025: No Kings Day | Future of Medicaid | Caregiver
    Jun 17 2025

    Thousands of Mississippians in Jackson and across the state hold protests as part of the nationwide "No Kings" demonstrations.

    Then, a coalition of advocates concerned about access to healthcare in the state talk about the future of Medicaid on the local and state levels.

    Plus, a caregiver shares the hurdles she has to overcome when helping the elderly and disabled.


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    26 mins
  • 03/13/2025: AI Accelerator | Big Beautiful Bill | Healthcare Event
    Jun 16 2025

    Governor Tate Reeves announces major investments to bolster the artificial intelligence industry across Mississippi.

    Then, the state's congressional delegation share differing opinions on President Donald Trump's

    'Big Beautiful Bill'.

    Plus, a free healthcare event in Jackson is highlighting the need for community outreach throughout

    Mississippi.

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    24 mins
  • 06/12/2025: EPA Visits Mississippi | DMV Scams | Tech Industry
    Jun 12 2025

    The new administrator for the US Environmental Protection Agency visits Mississippi.

    Then, officials are warning about a scam that claims people owe money for traffic violations that don't exist.

    Plus, Mississippi and Louisiana have some of the smallest tech scenes in the country. But some tech companies are choosing to stay in the South anyway.

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    24 mins
  • 06/11/2025: Katrina Event | Public Safety Summit | Seafood Packaging
    Jun 12 2025

    Former Mississippi Governor Haley Barbour shares remarks on the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina.

    Then, a summit in Jackson brings together law enforcement agencies from across the state.

    Plus, a new law is expected to regulate the seafood industry in Mississippi, prioritizing local products.

    And ahead, the blockbuster horror film 'Sinners' has become popular because of the range of Mississippi Delta cultures it represents.

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    30 mins
  • 06/10/2025: DEI Lawsuit | Men's Mental Health Month | Sinners Movie in Clarksdale
    Jun 10 2025

    Civil rights groups sue the state over a new law banning DEI programs in public schools.

    Then, June is Men's Mental Health Month. Healthcare leaders are calling attention to high rates of suicide among men.

    Plus, As the movie 'Sinners' continues to shine a national spotlight on Clarksdale, residents in the Delta town hope it'll breathe new life into the city.


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    23 mins
  • 06/09/2025: Kids Count Report | Toxic Garr | Artificial Intelligence
    Jun 9 2025

    Mississippi receives its highest education ranking yet in a national report.

    Then, researchers at two Mississippi universities report unsafe levels of toxic metals in fish.

    Plus, business leaders share ideas on how artificial intelligence can be used to move Mississippi forward.

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    24 mins
  • 06/06/2025: Gun Violence | Student Meals | Hurricane Season Electricity
    Jun 6 2025

    Community advocates raising awareness about their work preventing gun violence in Jackson, saying they're reorganizing now that some funding is cut.

    Then, many students rely on the breakfast and lunch at school. School Districts are planning to open their feeding program to ensure children don't go hungry during the summer break.

    Plus, power providers are preparing for the predicted busy hurricane season. Are you? We'll talk about that too.


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    24 mins
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