Episodios

  • 10/07/2025: Hinds County Detention Center | Vicksburg National Military Park | Caregiving for Family
    Oct 7 2025

    The troubled detention center for Hinds County is now under federal control.

    Then, the government shutdown has many federally owned locations throughout the state closed. But the Military Park in Vicksburg remains open through donations. More on that ahead.

    Plus, providing care for loved ones can often be a family affair. We speak with a couple who have taken on that job more than a dozen times.

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  • 10/06/2025: Hyde-Smith Office Protest | WIC During Shutdown | Health Tour
    Oct 6 2025

    Protesters gather outside the new office of Mississippi Republican Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith. They're calling for her to protect ACA healthcare subsidies.

    Then, how changes to federal food assistance programs could affect folks in the state.

    Plus, Medical providers in a variety of disciplines work together in the Delta to provide services to underserved communities.

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  • 10/03/2025: FCC Free Speech | State Fair | Home Bound Caregiving
    Oct 3 2025

    The Federal Communications Commission visits Mississippi to discuss freedom of speech and technology.

    Then, the ribbon is cut on the Mississippi State Fair. Officials say it's a major economic driver for Jackson, and the tourism industry.

    Plus, it can be difficult to offer aid to a loved one who is home-bound. One option many families turn to is having a home caregiver. More on that ahead.

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  • 10/02/2025: Unemployment | SPLC Tour | Vaccines
    Oct 3 2025

    The state sees history making job numbers for August despite the unemployment rate remaining steady. We take a closer look.

    Then, the Southern Poverty Law Center begins an annual tour this time to explain the impact of the Big Beautiful bill on Mississippians.

    Plus, It's the time to year that healthcare providers recommend folks be vaccinated to prevent respiratory illness likely to spread during the winter months.

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  • 10/01/2025: Job Report | SPLC Tour | Respiratory Illnesses
    Oct 1 2025

    The state sees history-making job numbers for August despite the unemployment rate remaining steady. We take a closer look.

    Then, the Southern Poverty Law Center begins an annual tour this time to explain the impact of the Big Beautiful bill on Mississippians.

    Plus, it's the time of year that healthcare providers recommend folks be vaccinated to prevent the respiratory illness likely to spread during the winter months.

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    24 m
  • 09/30/2025: Pertussis Death | GDP Drops | COVID Vaccine Guidance
    Oct 1 2025

    Mississippi Department of Health confirms a 2-month-old has died from pertussis, often called Whooping Cough. The state health officer is urging adults to keep their booster shots up to date.

    Then, the gross domestic product is down by nearly 1 percent in the state. What that means for the economy ahead.

    Plus, Pharmacies in Louisiana are making their own rules about who can get a COVID-19 vaccine amid confusion around official guidance.

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    24 m
  • 09/29/2025: Autism and Tylenol | Climate, Health and Healthcare | Mourning
    Sep 29 2025

    Medical experts in Mississippi are continuing to push back on the President's remarks that blame rising cases of autism on Tylenol.

    Then, how does Mississippi rank on the Commonwealth Fund's scorecard on Climate, Health and Healthcare?

    Plus, We'll share the story of two sisters who fought through the grief of suddenly losing their mother by creating a podcast.

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  • 09/26/2015: School Accountability Grades/House School Choice Hearing/Asian Wholly Hackberry Aphids
    Sep 26 2025

    Mississippi school accountability grades are released. How well did schools score? We'll take a look.


    Then, Mississippi lawmakers are hearing arguments for and against proposals on school choice.

    Plus, what are those white fluffy balls you see floating in the air? They're actually insects. More on that ahead.

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    23 m