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Mississippi judge tosses murder charge in stillborn birth case

COLUMBUS, Mississippi (AP) — A Mississippi judge has dismissed murder charges against a woman who gave birth to a stillborn child and was accused of using cocaine during her pregnancy. But Assistant District Attorney Mark […]

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Gov. Phil Bryant signs ‘religious freedom’ bill into law

JACKSON, Mississippi (AP) — Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant has signed a bill that says state and local governments cannot put a substantial burden on religious practices. The bill sparked emotional debate in the Legislature about […]

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Soldier from McComb among wounded in Fort Hood shooting

McCOMB, Mississippi (AP) — The wife of a soldier from McComb, Miss., says he is among 16 people wounded by a soldier who killed three others and himself at Fort Hood, Texas. Renee Powell Westbrook […]

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Mississippi lawmakers finish budget, end 2014 regular session

JACKSON, Mississippi (AP) — Mississippi lawmakers ended their 2014 session Wednesday night after passing the final parts of a state budget for the year that begins July 1. During the three-month session, they passed a […]

Health

Tied to be Fit: American Heart Association Raising Awareness of the Importance of Physical Activity During 2014 National Walking Day

The Mississippi Link Newswire   Jackson, Miss. – Americans are spending more time than ever sitting in front of screens – at work and at home –which means less time being active. Physical inactivity has a […]