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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 14m
More than three dozen voting laws passed in Republican-controlled states are taking effect for the first time this year, many of them containing elements of Trump's stalled proposals. www.mississippifreepress.org/many-gop-sta...
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Many GOP States Have Imposed New Voting Rules This Year, Some Mirroring Trump’s Proposals
President Donald Trump has pushed Congress for several new voting rules, many of which have been passed in various states.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 44m
At a time when government authorities are targeting and detaining Latino immigrants in record numbers, celebrations like those in Pascagoula and Morton can help promote solidarity and bridge divides between communities, Misssissippi native Natalie Aguilar said. buff.ly/dkluEMB
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Hispanic Heritage Month Festivals Celebrate Latino Cultures and Traditions in Mississippi
Hispanic Heritage Month festivities are gaining traction in Mississippi, with thousands of residents attending events in Jackson and Scott counties.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 1h
Gulfport Girlies will launch Oct. 17 at 8 a.m. at the Biloxi Boardwalk in Biloxi, Mississippi. The group is open to women 18 and older for outdoor activities, while other activities will be limited to those 21 and older. buff.ly/yvuPv4E
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Gulfport Group Helps Women Build New Connections
A new women’s group, Gulfport Girlies, is forming in Gulfport, aiming to build new friendships and social connections.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 1h
Deshundra Tate, 32, and her 5-year-old daughter, Kendra, died on Aug. 30, 2022, in their Cleveland, Mississippi, home due to a gas leak. The complex's owners, Millennia Housing Management, has faced numerous lawsuits around the country due to the alleged negligent state of its properties.
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Four Years After Deaths of Deshundra and Kendra Tate, Their Family Still Waits for Justice
The Tate family still waits for justice after a gas leak killed Deshundra Tate and 5-year-old daughter, Kendra, in their Cleveland home in 2022.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 2h
OPINION: "Before he was sworn in in January 1968, [Robert Clark's] right to take office had been challenged. Inside the House chamber, where other lawmakers shared desks, he sat alone. He entered as a caucus of one. buff.ly/pFhcxv9
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Opinion | Robert Clark’s Legacy Must Not Be Redrawn Out of Mississippi
Kabir Karriem writes about Robert Clark’s legacy and calls on Mississippi legislators to reject redistricting that weakens Black electoral power.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 2h
“Mississippi, it’s time for a change and that’s why you need to send Scott Colom to the U.S. Senate,” the former Democratic president said in a video released Monday by Colom's campaign. buff.ly/85ADZG1
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Former President Barack Obama Endorses Mississippi Democrat Scott Colom for U.S. Senate
Former President Barack Obama has endorsed Scott Colom as Mississippi’s Democratic candidate for U.S. Senator in a new campaign ad
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 2h
Spanning from Oct. 21 to Oct. 30, Harris' expanded closing stretch will now include New Hampshire, Wisconsin and Mississippi, along with a Florida virtual event, according to a schedule her office shared first with The Associated Press. buff.ly/v0K3qhB
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Kamala Harris Visiting Mississippi to Campaign With Scott Colom on Oct. 22
Former Vice President Kamala Harris is visiting Columbus, Mississippi, to campaign with U.S. Senate candidate Scott Colom on Oct. 22.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 3h
All of Michael Chiaradio’s campaign contributions came from individual donors across 23 states. About half of the money he raised is made up of donations of $200 or less, his FEC page shows. He has raised about $155,000 for his campaign this year. buff.ly/4aG5BjF
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‘Untapped Potential’: Michael Chiaradio Focusing on Farmers in Challenging Michael Guest
Michael Chiaradio is the Democratic candidate challenging the Republican U.S. Rep. Michael Guest in Mississippi’s 3rd Congressional District.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 3h
“There is a lot of general concern about AI, and I think it’s still an open question of how that intersects with AI in political content,” said Scott Brennen, director of NYU's Center on Technology Policy. “We don’t really know. buff.ly/iL17Vdx
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Scott Colom’s AI Video of Cindy Hyde-Smith Raises Concerns About Deception and ‘Slopaganda’
Scott Colom’s latest AI ad featuring a fictional depiction of Cindy Hyde-Smith is raising concerns about the technology’s usage in political ads.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 17h
OPINION: "As a society, we also have a responsibility to look closely at the substances readily available to our youth and ask whether we are doing enough to protect the people who live here. When we know a substance carries serious risks, we have a responsibility to act," Delbert Hosemann writes.
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Opinion | Mississippi Must Ban All Kratom Products
Delbert Hosemann writes about why he thinks it is time Mississippi bans the sale of kratom products.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 17h
Four years after the deaths of Deshundra and Kendra Tate, time has done little to blunt the edge of the Tate family's grief. Now, at long last, the Tate family wants to talk. Mostly, they want to talk about Deshundra and Kendra. buff.ly/kToNL1o
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Four Years After Deaths of Deshundra and Kendra Tate, Their Family Still Waits for Justice
The Tate family still waits for justice after a gas leak killed Deshundra Tate and 5-year-old daughter, Kendra, in their Cleveland home in 2022.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 18h
Priscilla Till is running for governor in the 2027 election, she announced at the end of a Justice Conference at Jackson State University on Oct. 2. See photos of her campaign announcement here. buff.ly/AZUVuJ6
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Photos | Priscilla Till, Emmett Till’s Cousin Announces Campaign for Mississippi Governor
Priscilla Till is running for governor in the 2027 election, she announced at the end of a Justice Conference at Jackson State University on Friday.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 19h
Priscilla Till, Emmett Till’s cousin, is running for Mississippi governor in the 2027 election, she announced at the end of a justice conference at Jackson State University on Oct. 2. Till previously ran for U.S. Senate earlier this year. www.mississippifreepress.org/priscilla-ti...
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Priscilla Till, Emmett Till’s Cousin, Announces Campaign for Mississippi Governor
Priscilla Till, Emmett Till’s cousin, announced on Oct. 2 that she is running for Mississippi governor in 2027.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 20h
Ty Pinkins is a pro bono attorney who has represented Black farmers who alleged their employer was discriminating against them in favor of white farmers. He is also a U.S. army veteran. buff.ly/m3cjvau
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Independent Senate Candidate Ty Pinkins Says Mississippi Must Try Something Different
Ty Pinkins, a pro bono attorney and U.S. Army veteran, is running as Mississippi’s independent candidate for U.S. Senate in the Nov. 3, 2026 election.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 21h
OPINION: "Between songs, Hayley Williams—known for being outspoken in her stances on sociopolitical issues—emphatically projected a few messages from the amphitheater’s speakers, ones that touch on topics that long-time Mississippi Free Press readers will recognize," Schumann recalls.
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Editor’s Note | When Life Gives You a Microphone, Say Something That Matters
Features Editor Nate Schumann writes on the importance of someone using their proverbial microphone to speak on topics that they believe matter.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 21h
The Lumberton Main Street Association and RHCJC partnered with eight local sponsors to host the tour at Lumberton Church in Lumberton, Mississippi, on Sept. 19. buff.ly/u5E9rU0
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Lumberton Community Tour Highlights Local Growth, Role of Community Journalism
Lumberton residents, educators and community gathered on Sept. 19 as part of the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center’s Community Tour.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 22h
To win the race for Senate, Democrat Scott Colom faces an uphill battle against incumbent Republican U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith, who currently leads in polls by about six points. The race also includes independent candidate Ty Pinkins. buff.ly/uX2e2dH
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Cory Booker Joins Scott Colom to Mobilize Voters as Democrats Eye Mississippi
Cory Booker joined Scott Colom at “Canvas for Colom” in Gulfport, Mississippi, on Oct. 2 to mobilize voters ahead of the Nov. 3 elections.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 22h
The Hinds County district attorney is the county's chief law enforcement official, responsible for prosecuting the county's felony cases and assisting victims of crime. Read about the candidates for the office in our guide. buff.ly/Dza22yN
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Meet the Candidates for Hinds County District Attorney in the Nov. 3 Elections
Hinds County voters will choose one of five candidates to serve as the county’s district attorney in a special election on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 23h
OPINION: "I am not asking you to become Libertarians, nor am I asking you to adopt the Libertarian Party's positions. I am asking you to explain your own positions and give these voters a clear understanding of what you would do if elected," Carson Allen writes. buff.ly/30M8TIC
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Opinion | Our Senate Candidates Should Make Their Case for Libertarian Voters
Carson Allen writes about his questions for Mississippi’s U.S. Senate candidates and why they should explain their platforms to Libertarian voters.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 23h
OPINION: "In the U.S., influenza typically starts to circulate during the fall and often peaks sometime between December and February," Annette Regan writes. buff.ly/Jaq62Kq
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Opinion | The 2026 Flu Season May Have Arrived Early
Annette Regan writes about the arrival of the 2026 flu season and the variety of vaccines available, including a new mRNA vaccine.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 17/10/2026
President Donald Trump has pushed Congress for several new voting rules. None of those moves succeeded in time to affect this year's midterm elections. It's a different matter in the states. www.mississippifreepress.org/many-gop-sta...
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Many GOP States Have Imposed New Voting Rules This Year, Some Mirroring Trump’s Proposals
President Donald Trump has pushed Congress for several new voting rules, many of which have been passed in various states.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 17/10/2026
“At the end of the day, Hispanic heritage is not just one country or one tradition: It's many different cultures, many different countries, and sometimes a lot of differences,” Lourdes Paniagua said. buff.ly/dkluEMB
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Hispanic Heritage Month Festivals Celebrate Latino Cultures and Traditions in Mississippi
Hispanic Heritage Month festivities are gaining traction in Mississippi, with thousands of residents attending events in Jackson and Scott counties.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 17/10/2026
“I wanted to create a space for the girls over 21 to have an outlet,” Gulfport Girlies founder Stephanie Houston said. “The good thing is I’ve actually created a group about three years ago in Hawaii and it’s thriving.” buff.ly/yvuPv4E
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Gulfport Group Helps Women Build New Connections
A new women’s group, Gulfport Girlies, is forming in Gulfport, aiming to build new friendships and social connections.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 17/10/2026
“One of my favorite spots is just being backstage with all my friends and my chosen family because I love them,” reigning Miss Gulf Coast Equality Alexa Avery said. buff.ly/skRWt7s
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Mississippi LGBTQ+ Community to Celebrate ‘A Decade of Diversity’ at 10th-Annual Gulf Coast Equality Festival - Mississippi Free Press
Gulf Coast Equality, a nonprofit composed of LGBTQ+ team members and allies dedicated to unifying the Mississippi Gulf Coast through outreach and support, is hosting its 10th-annual equality festival…
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 17/10/2026
Former President Barack Obama has endorsed Mississippi’s Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Scott Colom in a new campaign ad. The former president represents Colom's highest profile endorsement. buff.ly/85ADZG1
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Former President Barack Obama Endorses Mississippi Democrat Scott Colom for U.S. Senate
Former President Barack Obama has endorsed Scott Colom as Mississippi’s Democratic candidate for U.S. Senator in a new campaign ad
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 17/10/2026
OPINION: "How do we honor a man who broke down the barriers to Black representation and then draw lines that risk building those barriers again? "That question sits at the center of Mississippi’s redistricting debate," Kabir Karriem writes. buff.ly/pFhcxv9
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Opinion | Robert Clark’s Legacy Must Not Be Redrawn Out of Mississippi
Kabir Karriem writes about Robert Clark’s legacy and calls on Mississippi legislators to reject redistricting that weakens Black electoral power.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 17/10/2026
Former Vice President Kamala Harris is visiting Columbus, Mississippi, to campaign with U.S. Senate candidate Scott Colom on Oct. 22 as part of a broader blitz to support Democratic candidates throughout the country. buff.ly/v0K3qhB
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Kamala Harris Visiting Mississippi to Campaign With Scott Colom on Oct. 22
Former Vice President Kamala Harris is visiting Columbus, Mississippi, to campaign with U.S. Senate candidate Scott Colom on Oct. 22.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 17/10/2026
Michael Chiaradio chose to run because no one was bothering to challenge incumbent Republican U.S. Rep. Micheal Guest, and it was time for change, Chiaradio said. “People do want a change and I think there's untapped potential." buff.ly/4aG5BjF
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‘Untapped Potential’: Michael Chiaradio Focusing on Farmers in Challenging Michael Guest
Michael Chiaradio is the Democratic candidate challenging the Republican U.S. Rep. Michael Guest in Mississippi’s 3rd Congressional District.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 17/10/2026
Both Scott Colom and Cindy Hyde-Smith have created fictional content to criticize each other. Colom's new AI ad featuring a fictional depiction of Hyde-Smith is an example of how AI usage in campaign and political content has soared, said Scott Brennen. buff.ly/iL17Vdx
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Scott Colom’s AI Video of Cindy Hyde-Smith Raises Concerns About Deception and ‘Slopaganda’
Scott Colom’s latest AI ad featuring a fictional depiction of Cindy Hyde-Smith is raising concerns about the technology’s usage in political ads.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 16/10/2026
OPINION: "Dr. Dan Edney, Mississippi’s state health officer, testified (on Oct. 8) that all kratom should be banned. I agree," Delbert Hosemann writes. buff.ly/GBhkICG
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Opinion | Mississippi Must Ban All Kratom Products
Delbert Hosemann writes about why he thinks it is time Mississippi bans the sale of kratom products.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 16/10/2026
MFP Weekly Roundup: Oct. 12 – Oct. 16, 2026⠀ 🗣 Catch up on all the latest stories from the Mississippi Free Press.⠀ Read: mississippifreepress.org ⠀ Give: buff.ly/64BpHkI
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 16/10/2026
On Aug. 30, 2022, Deshundra Tate and her 5-year-old daughter, Kendra, died in their Cleveland, Mississippi, apartment due to an unreported gas leak. Years on, the Tate family is still waiting for justice and attempting to soothe the pain of their loss. buff.ly/kToNL1o
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Four Years After Deaths of Deshundra and Kendra Tate, Their Family Still Waits for Justice
The Tate family still waits for justice after a gas leak killed Deshundra Tate and 5-year-old daughter, Kendra, in their Cleveland home in 2022.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 16/10/2026
Priscilla Till greets supporters at her campaign event announcing her 2027 run for Mississippi governor on Oct. 2. See more photos of her announcement here. buff.ly/ABQxlMQ
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Photos | Priscilla Till, Emmett Till’s Cousin Announces Campaign for Mississippi Governor
Priscilla Till is running for governor in the 2027 election, she announced at the end of a Justice Conference at Jackson State University on Friday.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 16/10/2026
Priscilla Till expressed frustration with Mississippi law enforcement during her Oct. 2 gubernatorial campaign announcement. “When we're trying to solve cases and get justice for families, you can't deal with people within the state of Mississippi,” Till said. buff.ly/qUfaRhy
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Priscilla Till, Emmett Till’s Cousin, Announces Campaign for Mississippi Governor
Priscilla Till, Emmett Till’s cousin, announced on Oct. 2 that she is running for Mississippi governor in 2027.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 16/10/2026
“I’m saying there’s a time to pass the baton and not even pass the baton,” Ty Pinkins said. “Let another crop of leaders run for office and start to lead our country in a better way, as opposed to the same old thing every time that’s gotten us to the point where we are right now.” buff.ly/m3cjvau
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Independent Senate Candidate Ty Pinkins Says Mississippi Must Try Something Different
Ty Pinkins, a pro bono attorney and U.S. Army veteran, is running as Mississippi’s independent candidate for U.S. Senate in the Nov. 3, 2026 election.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 16/10/2026
Miss. hasn't had a Democrat in the U.S. Senate since John C. Stennis retired in 1989. But Democrats see hope in Scott Colom's campaign thanks to a series of competitive statewide elections over the last several years, as well as higher gas prices and President Donald Trump's growing unpopularity.
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Cory Booker Joins Scott Colom to Mobilize Voters as Democrats Eye Mississippi
Cory Booker joined Scott Colom at “Canvas for Colom” in Gulfport, Mississippi, on Oct. 2 to mobilize voters ahead of the Nov. 3 elections.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 16/10/2026
Lumberton residents, educators and community gathered on Sept. 19 as part of the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center’s Community Tour. buff.ly/u5E9rU0
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Lumberton Community Tour Highlights Local Growth, Role of Community Journalism
Lumberton residents, educators and community gathered on Sept. 19 as part of the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center’s Community Tour.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 16/10/2026
Former Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens resigned in June following his guilty plea on federal conspiracy charges. Five candidates seek to complete his unexpired term on Nov. 3. buff.ly/Dza22yN
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Meet the Candidates for Hinds County District Attorney in the Nov. 3 Elections
Hinds County voters will choose one of five candidates to serve as the county’s district attorney in a special election on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 16/10/2026
OPINION: "Sen. Hyde-Smith, Mr. Colom, and Mr. Pinkins, I have asked each of you questions that I believe are relevant to whether you can earn the votes of Libertarian voters," Carson Allen writes. buff.ly/30M8TIC
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Opinion | Our Senate Candidates Should Make Their Case for Libertarian Voters
Carson Allen writes about his questions for Mississippi’s U.S. Senate candidates and why they should explain their platforms to Libertarian voters.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 16/10/2026
Shannon Vega said participation in the Hattiesburg, Mississippi, event has grown from approximately 150 people in the event’s first year to nearly 700 this year, reflecting continued community support. buff.ly/nxEexiI
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Fuel to Fight Cancer Returns to Hattiesburg on Oct. 17 to Support Access to Treatment
Forrest General Cancer Center will host its fifth annual Fuel to Fight Cancer event Oct. 17 to help cancer patients with transportation costs.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 16/10/2026
OPINION: "Remaining passive and refusing to use my voice when circumstances have given me a proverbial microphone would feel like a disservice," Features Editor Nate Schumann writes. buff.ly/w5cXnwv
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Editor’s Note | When Life Gives You a Microphone, Say Something That Matters
Features Editor Nate Schumann writes on the importance of someone using their proverbial microphone to speak on topics that they believe matter.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 16/10/2026
Scott Colom's new campaign advertisement features an AI-generated depiction of Cindy Hyde-Smith fleeing reporters. The ad is a full embrace of artificial intelligence in campaigning, an embrace that raises questions and concerns about existing regulations. buff.ly/iL17Vdx
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Scott Colom’s AI Video of Cindy Hyde-Smith Raises Concerns About Deception and ‘Slopaganda’
Scott Colom’s latest AI ad featuring a fictional depiction of Cindy Hyde-Smith is raising concerns about the technology’s usage in political ads.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 16/10/2026
OPINION: "[T]he number of patients with respiratory infections who were testing positive began increasing near the end of September, suggesting that influenza viruses are beginning to circulate more widely," Annette Regan writes. buff.ly/Jaq62Kq
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Opinion | The 2026 Flu Season May Have Arrived Early
Annette Regan writes about the arrival of the 2026 flu season and the variety of vaccines available, including a new mRNA vaccine.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 16/10/2026
The Brennan Center for Justice has identified nearly 40 laws in 21 states taking effect this election season that will make it harder for eligible voters to register, stay on the rolls or cast ballots. buff.ly/4tQoONG
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Many GOP States Have Imposed New Voting Rules This Year, Some Mirroring Trump’s Proposals
President Donald Trump has pushed Congress for several new voting rules, many of which have been passed in various states.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 16/10/2026
“For us, this is just an opportunity to celebrate the cultures, the traditions, and really the contributions of the Hispanic families that call Mississippi home,” Sofia Gongora, a program coordinator at El Pueblo, said. buff.ly/dkluEMB
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Hispanic Heritage Month Festivals Celebrate Latino Cultures and Traditions in Mississippi
Hispanic Heritage Month festivities are gaining traction in Mississippi, with thousands of residents attending events in Jackson and Scott counties.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 16/10/2026
A new women’s group, Gulfport Girlies, is forming in Gulfport, Mississippi, aiming to build new friendships and social connections in an exclusive space where participants can become more involved in their community. buff.ly/yvuPv4E
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Gulfport Group Helps Women Build New Connections
A new women’s group, Gulfport Girlies, is forming in Gulfport, aiming to build new friendships and social connections.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 16/10/2026
Gulf Coast Equality, a nonprofit composed of LGBTQ+ team members and allies dedicated to unifying the Mississippi Gulf Coast through outreach and support, is hosting its 10th-annual equality festival in Biloxi on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026. Read more: buff.ly/FyOTQIn
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Mississippi LGBTQ+ Community to Celebrate ‘A Decade of Diversity’ at 10th-Annual Gulf Coast Equality Festival - Mississippi Free Press
Gulf Coast Equality, a nonprofit composed of LGBTQ+ team members and allies dedicated to unifying the Mississippi Gulf Coast through outreach and support, is hosting its 10th-annual equality festival…
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 16/10/2026
OPINION: "Calling this unnecessary mid-decade redistricting effort 'partisan' does not answer concerns about its consequences for Black communities," Kabir Karriem writes. buff.ly/pFhcxv9
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Opinion | Robert Clark’s Legacy Must Not Be Redrawn Out of Mississippi
Kabir Karriem writes about Robert Clark’s legacy and calls on Mississippi legislators to reject redistricting that weakens Black electoral power.
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 16/10/2026
Democrat Scott Colom will meet incumbent Republican U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith and independent Ty Pinkins in the general election on Nov. 3. buff.ly/85ADZG1
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Former President Barack Obama Endorses Mississippi Democrat Scott Colom for U.S. Senate
Former President Barack Obama has endorsed Scott Colom as Mississippi’s Democratic candidate for U.S. Senator in a new campaign ad
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Mississippi Free Press @mississippifreepress.org · 16/10/2026
OPINION: "For those of us entrusted with public office, that is a warning about the consequences of using governmental power. The laws we write carry moral weight. So do the lines we draw," Kabir Karriem writes. buff.ly/pFhcxv9
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Opinion | Robert Clark’s Legacy Must Not Be Redrawn Out of Mississippi
Kabir Karriem writes about Robert Clark’s legacy and calls on Mississippi legislators to reject redistricting that weakens Black electoral power.
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