Mississippi Edition

On today's show: Find out why one report says Mississippi is earning a "D" in Education. Then, the Lt. Governor and others weigh-in on the Legislative Session so far. And after StoryCorps, find out what a Coastal environmental organization is saying about some of the President-elect's top pics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's show: We talk to a leading School Choice advocate about what he thinks is and is not working in the special needs vouchers program. Then, a new bill to protect patients from sexual abuse from their doctors. And the current NASA administrator makes his last stop at the Stennis Space Center. All that, plus Everyday Tech. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Find out what an organization representing state business leaders is hoping to get out of the legislative session. Then, why one organization says Mississippi doesn't use enough of its welfare dollars to help the poor. And an artistic relative of a Tuskeegee airman is honored at the State Capitol. Plus a new segment, "Mississippi: a Thread Through Time," to honor the state's bicentennial. Hosted o...

On today's show: Governor Phil Bryant makes his predictions on the new Legislative Session. Find out what he says about spending all that BP settlement money. Plus, Mississippi is getting a "D" in education. But find out why K-12 leaders say we're headed in the right direction. And in the Book Club, looking back at the great flood of 1927. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...

On today's show: The 2017 legislative session is underway. Find out what action lawmakers have already taken. And, celebrating 10 years of the Mississippi Blues Marathon. Plus, a Health Minute with Dr. Rick deShazo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's show: As the 2017 legislative session gets underway, we'll have political analysis from MPB's At Issue. Then, we continue our conversation with Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves. Plus, Everyday Tech and StoryCorps. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's show: Our legislative preview week continues as we talk to House Minority Leader David Baria. Then, Captain Johnny Poulos of the Highway Patrol says law enforcement will be in full force over the holiday weekend. And Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann urges caution when making year-end donations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's show: As our look ahead to the 2017 Legislative Session begins, we sit down with the leader of the State Senate, Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves. Then, a community begins to heal as one of its own is arrested in a high-profile church burning. And we'll hear from the P-R firm working to re-brand Mississippi. Plus a Southern Remedy Health Minute with Dr. Rick deShazo. Hosted on Acast. See...

On today's show: Legislative Preview week continues as we sit down with state education superintendent Carey Wright. Then, Mississippi’s top crops for 2016 add up to a good year in agriculture. Plus, our Money Talks finance pro offers a year-end checkup for your pocket book. And in the Book Club: 100 Things to do in Jackson, MS Before You Die. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...

On today's show: A new settlement agreement is in place in a long-running child welfare case. But what does it mean for the state's foster care system? And after StoryCorps, find out what to do with that fridge full of holiday leftovers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Safe holiday driving for Mississippians. Then, news from the front line of fighting HIV/AIDS in the state. And, a legendary TV producer in our Book Club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new report shows Mississippi needs to do better in planning for healthcare during an emergency. Then, what 2016 was like in Mississippi agriculture. And what's ahead in 2017. Later, a Health Minute from Doctor Rick Deshazo on food allergies in kids. And, fees are going up at the Vicksburg National Military Park next year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mississippi's electoral votes are going to president-elect Donald Trump. We'll take a look at the process. Then, state and federal law enforcement team up in the Capital City for Operation Silent Night. Later, a StoryCorps conversation from Mississippi on what ninety years of living can teach you. And, a feature story on dealing with depression during the holidays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

An important deadline to register for Obamacare is extended through midnight tonight. Then, enforcing Mississippi's drunk driving laws this holiday season. Later, a visit from the experts of Everyday Tech on practicing wifi safety. And, a feature story on Second Amendment rights in Mississippi as we transition from Obama to Trump. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The state's second largest school district plans to address its accreditation problems. Later, the holiday season is also the scam season. And, refurbishing a historic statue on the Gulf Coast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new report on Head Start in Mississippi and across the nation says all the children who need it aren't being reached. The reason? Not enough money. Then, protecting adolescents from HPV. Later, letting the King of Rock 'n' Roll in the Mississippi Hall of Fame. And, taking stock of the state's governors in our Book Club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you want to get insurance through the Affordable Care Act, you have an important deadline tomorrow. Then, negotiations continue in the Cleveland school desegregation case. Later, a Health Minute from Doctor Rick Deshazo on kicking the smoking habit. And, collecting money in Mississippi to help families in Haiti. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bringing high-speed internet access to rural areas of the state. Then, getting small businesses in Mississippi the capital they need to grow. Later, a StoryCorps conversation from Mississippi on making a difference in the Magnolia State. And, a plan to expand after school care across the state. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The state of Mississippi now owns seven hundred acres on Cat Island. Then, a new clinic could make a difference for the Mississippi Organ Recovery Agency. Later, a visit from the experts of Everyday Tech on your tech and your music. And, a biogas purification plant comes to Tippah County. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The state medical licensing board is examining penalties for physicians who have sexual relations with patients. Later, calling for the repeal of the state's "religious freedom" law. And, what makes Mississippi's Golden Triangle a hot bed for new industry and job creation? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Officials are suspending the license of a Greenville teacher caught on videotape dragging a student by the hair. Then, thoughts on a Donald Trump presidency from former Mississippi Senator Trent Lott. Later, as the temperatures drop, the danger of house fires goes up in the state. And, a Mississippi artist celebrates blues legends in a unique way in our Book Club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

Using drones to help victims in emergencies. Then, a Mississippi sailor killed at Pearl Harbor returns home today -- the seventy-fifth anniversary of the attack. Later, a Health Minute from Dr. Rick Deshazo on how much exercise is right for you. And, Toys For Tots is looking for your donations across the state this Christmas season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another delay at the Kemper County Energy Facility operated by Mississippi Power. We'll take a look. Later, a StoryCorps conversation from Mississippi on motherly love. And, Mississippi's infrastructure is crumbling. What do businesses in the state want to do about it? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mississippi Congressman Gregg Harper on what policies and projects the state might expect from a Trump presidency. Then, when it comes to gift giving this holiday season, animal advocates say "a pet is not a present." Later, a visit from the experts of Everyday Tech on shopping for tech gifts this holiday season. And, Toyota and Tombigbee team up to make improvements at the state park. Hosted on A...

Mississippians share stories of fear and hope on World AIDS Day. Then, how the uninsured of the state can get health care coverage. We'll have a conversation with Secretary of Health and Human Services Sylvia Burwell. Later, Christmas tree farming at the busiest time of the year. And, red kettles and Angel Trees as the Salvation Army drives for donations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...