Mississippi Edition

The third-party administrator over Jackson's water system meets with community members. Then the Asylum Hill project unearths stories of patients buried in the old lunatic asylum cemetery. Plus, how community engagement in the capital city earned a JSU student the John Lewis Youth Leadership Award. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More federal dollars are coming to Mississippi to support the state's broadband expansion efforts. Then, exploring the history of the lunatic asylum on the site of UMMC's campus. Plus, how one of the state's John Lewis Leadership Award recipients plans to affect change in the state. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Families gather in Jackson to honor those lost to violent crime. Then, we explore HIV treatment, prevention, and barriers to care in Mississippi. Plus, one of America’s oldest Christmas traditions returns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A federal court has approved a plan to temporarily hire contractors to oversee Jackson’s water system. Then, on the first day of HIV Awareness Month, we examine landscape of HIV care and prevention in Mississippi.  Plus, a lawyer for the ACLU of Mississippi recently authored a report on maternal care in the state, and it doesn’t look good for women, especially poor and working mothers. Hosted...

Multiple tornadoes swept through parts of the state yesterday. We get a preliminary assessment from the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency. Then, the federal government orders the city of Jackson relinquish control of its water system. Plus, a central Mississippi clinic provides an update to the state's rape kit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Much of Mississippi is under a severe weather threat today. We talk to the national weather service about what to expect. Then, the Mississippi State Board of Education taps its new Superintendent. Plus, making informed charitable contributions this season of giving. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amtrak Trains have been given the green light to bring passenger rail service back to the Mississippi gulf coast.  Then, A recent report reveals, when it comes to lung cancer, Mississippians have a lower survival rate, are less likely to be diagnosed early, and more likely to receive no treatment.   Plus, the holiday shopping season is in full gear. But what does this mean for...

The issue of abortion rights is the subject of a new lawsuit as a group of anti-abortion doctors seek to challenge a 1998 Mississippi Supreme Court opinion. We hear from the group representing the plaintiffs and examine the merits of the case. Plus, the agriculture commissioner launches a new initiative aimed at combating food insecurity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

Federal and city officials meet to discuss the future of Jackson's troubled water system. Then, while the state faces a healthcare shortage, training programs look to accelerate nurse education. Plus, this week's History is Lunch highlights "changemakers" and their fight for social justice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The state's Real Estate Commission says the housing market is taking a dip. And the number of realtors in the state may soon follow that trend. Then, the tax credit for crisis pregnancy centers could be increasing. But we talk to one healthcare provider who says she's not getting vital resources to help expecting mothers. Plus, the State Board of Education approves new Pre-K programs. Hosted...

A coalition of civil rights groups wants to bring an end to corporal punishment in Mississippi schools. Then, how doctors at the MIND center are finding ways to better understand living with Alzheimer's. Plus, a virtual screening of The U.S. and the Holocaust hopes to open dialogue regarding the reality of anti-Semitism in America. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Voter participation in Mississippi was the lowest in the nation during Tuesday's midterm election. We examine some factors that lead to low turnout. Then, on the anniversary of the Marine Corps founding, a fallen veteran is remembered at Camp Shelby. Plus, on this Veterans Day we talk to the new Executive Director of Mississippi's Office of Veteran Affairs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...

The Secretary of State's office responds to a cyber attack during the midterm election. Then, researchers in Mississippi explore the best treatment options for alcohol and drug addiction. Plus, the Capital city prepares a weary water system for potential winter weather. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mississippi has a new member of the House of Representatives. We take a look comprehensive look at the state's fourth Congressional District. Then, the midterms came and went without a competitive race, we examine what the outcomes say about policies and preferences. Plus, a look ahead to the 2023 election Political analysts Austin Barbour and Brandon Jones join the show. Hosted on Acast. See...

It's Election Day, and all four of Mississippi's House seats are on the ballot. We hear from the state's GOP Chairman on the outlook for the midterms. Then, the Vice-chair of Mississippi's Democratic Party says the party can beat the odds. Plus, part two of our conversation with Mark McArthur on the social challenges youth face in Mississippi's Black communities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

On the eve of Election Day, we breakdown voting 101 with the Secretary of State. Then, an ongoing battle between Mississippi’s largest hospital and the biggest commercial insurer has left patients without access to critical healthcare. Plus, a mentorship and community support program focuses its efforts on raising up young Black men. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As rural hospitals continue to face financial challenges, the Hospital Association is pushing for sustainable solutions. Then, the state's average ACT scores took a dip in 2022. Plus, how a federal law can help pets and other animals during periods of emergency. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Governor and Republican leaders in the legislature celebrate after a special session paves the way for a new economic development project. Then, lawmakers across the aisle push for action as the state faces a number of health and welfare challenges. Plus, how Mississippi's school superintendents are responding to a growing wave of violence in schools. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

The Governor calls a special session of the legislature with his sights on a massive economic development project. Then, communities along the Mississippi River continue to feel the pain of sustained drought. Plus, this week's History is Lunch examines the stories behind the some of the unidentified Black bodies found during the Freedom Summer of 1964. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

Governor Tate Reeves has extended the emergency order for Jackson's water system, and the city's Mayor says solutions are on the horizon. Then, group of activists in Mississippi continue to stand in support for abortion rights, even after the states’ only abortion clinic locked its doors. Plus, celebrating Dia de los Muertos with Mississippi's immigrant community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

The State Health Department updates on the medical marijuana program as dispensaries prepare to open. Then, a group of bikers in New Orleans reflect on the impacts of incarceration as they cycled 55 miles toward the Louisiana State Penitentiary. Plus, the educational lessons that can be learned from the latest Nation's Report Card. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lawmakers hear from experts regarding the gap in early childhood preventative care. Then, the Lt. Governor shares more about what could be ahead this legislative session. And, what a leading pediatrician says about the latest wave of RSV cases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Mississippi Senate's study group on women, children and families examines childcare access. Then, ongoing water problems in Jackson also mean problems for the suburbs that get their water from the capital city. We look at one town's search for a solution. And, this week's History is Lunch takes us back to the Battle of Jackson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After weeks dry weather, severe storms return to the forecast. Then, Byram, Mississippi isn’t part of Jackson anymore, but they still share a water system and that means they share a water crisis too. Plus, The Nation’s Report Card shows that nearly every state’s test scores declined since 2019, Mississippi included. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Decades after 14-year-old Emmett Till was kidnapped and murdered by white men in the Mississippi Delta, a statue now stands in the city of Greenwood honoring his memory. A recent report reveals, Mississippi’s critical teacher shortage is getting worse.   And legislation to ban the herbal drug Kratom could be introduced in the next legislative session.   Hosted on Acast. See aca...