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Straining my brain by having to look up names of mythical and historical figures of whom I was unaware due . . .

Mississippi to celebrate America’s 250th birthday

Many of the events around the Magnolia State are ongoing, because a 250th birthday is difficult to celebrate in just . . .

Expansion of Lee County auto parts plant will invest $53 million, create 28 jobs

“Expansions like this strengthen our position as a top state for automotive manufacturing,” Gov. Tate Reeves. Auto Parts Manufacturing Mississippi . . .

Medicare is not socialized medicine

My last submission in this space was titled, "USA Long Overdue for Universal Healthcare." In it, I discussed the fact . . .

Betty Pearson represented U. S. idealism

Initial thoughts about what to write at the semi-quincentennial were eclipsed reading Betty Pearson’s obituary. Betty’s life demonstrated how exemplary . . .

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Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship
By TIMOTHY HOLDINESS - The Madison Journal
Tue,06/30/26-9:58AM , 2,961 Reads 54,709 Statewide
The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship Tuesday, ruling that children born in the United States to parents who lack legal status or have temporary permission to be in the country are citizens at birth under the Fourteenth Amendment.
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Even 250th birthday has split the nation
Wed,07/01/26-1:56PM , 1,424 Reads 19,169 Statewide
In 1976, President Gerald R. Ford wanted to use the 200th anniversary celebration of the founding of our nation as a way to heal the country from the wounds of the Vietnam War and the Watergate scandal, which culminated in the resignation of Richard Nixon.
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Celebrate 250 Years at Clarkco July 3 and 4
By BRITTNEY MANGUM
Thu,07/02/26-5:30PM , 723 Reads
Clarkco State Park has a fun packed weekend planned to celebrate 250 years this July 3 and 4.

The event kicks off that Friday with a large series of events that are perfect for everyone in the family.

The following is the schedule of events for Friday, July 3:
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Archusa Fireworks Show on July 3
By BRITTNEY MANGUM
Thu,07/02/26-6:00PM , 691 Reads
Archusa Creek Water Park is thrilled to celebrate America’s 250th on Friday, July 3, with fun for all to enjoy throughout the evening.

Starting at 5:00 p.m., guests can enjoy listening to DJ Billy Rascoe as children jump on bounce houses that will be available. The fire department will be at the park cooking as well.
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