Mississippi Edition

The latest on the Kemper County Power Plant. Voting started at seven this morning across the state in one of the most hotly contested presidential races in U.S. history. We'll have Secretary of State Delbert Hoseman live in studio. Then, we'll hear from the heads of the two major parties: State Republican Chairman Joe Nosef and State Democratic Chairman Bobby Moak.

Tomorrow is Election Day. We'll look ahead with political science professor Kenneth Townsend live in the studio. Then, a study of African American voting patterns in Mississippi. Later, a visit from the experts of Everyday Tech on streaming services. And, a new federal grant to make more Mississippians aware of their health insurance options.

State officials react to the burning and vandalism of a black church in Greenville. Then, groundbreaking on a new 1.5 billion dollar tire plant in Hinds County. Later, a new March of Dimes study shows the number of premature births in Mississippi has increased. We'll talk to the state Health Officer. And, looking at the race for state Supreme Court in the Southern District.

Authorities are investigating a fire -- and an act of vandalism -- at an African American church in Greenville. Then, Democrats in the Legislature call for the repeal of a tax cut. Later, we'll talk with two candidates for state Supreme Court in the Northern District. And, remembering a landmark year in the city of Oxford in our Book Club.

Mississippi officials work to protect the integrity of next Tuesday's elections in the state. Then, a new app helps parents keep vital information about their children on hand in case they go missing. Later, a Health Minute from Doctor Rick Deshazo on knee arthritis. And, we'll hear from two candidates for state Supreme Court in the Northern District.

Politicians and activists from the two major parties gear up for the last week of campaigning in Mississippi before next week's election. Later, a StoryCorps conversation from Mississippi on helping the imprisoned. And, harvesting oysters in Biloxi Bay for the first time in forty years.

Drought conditions persist across the state and most counties have a burn ban in effect. Then, changing hearts and minds to have an open discussion about race and poverty in Mississippi. Later, a visit from the experts of Everyday Tech on The Cloud. And, profiling two candidates running for state Supreme Court.

An African American mother from Stone County mother speaks out about the incident where a noose was put around her son's neck at school. Then, a possible plan to revamp how public schools are funded gets a closer look. And, agriculture is the number one industry in Mississippi. What does its future look like?

State leaders speak on whether elections in the United States are "rigged" and whether the electoral college favors some states over others. Later, the legacy -- and future -- of legal aid in Mississippi. And, find out which famous Mississippian said what in our Book Club.

Rates under the Affordable Care Act are going up again in Mississippi. But can tax credits help with the cost? Then, preparing for severe weather in the state during the fall and winter. Later, a Health Minute from Dr. Rick Deshazo on shortness of breath. And, navigating a complex world while providing for a person with special needs.

Examining travel expenses at state agencies as the legislature continues to look for ways to control spending. Then, a StoryCorps conversation from Mississippi on joining the Peace Corps in the nineteen sixties. And, should some convicted felons be allowed to vote? We'll talk to an advocate who says yes.

The future may be getting brighter for solar energy in Mississippi. Later, a visit from the experts of Everyday Tech on choosing the right computer. And, thinking about saving for college for your kids or grandkids? We'll tell you how.

The financial woes of Jackson State University. Where do they go from here? Then, New York Times columnist David Brooks weighs in on the presidential election while visiting Mississippi. Later, teaching Mississippi faith leaders about mental health. And, the funding formula for the state's public schools may be changing.

Reaction to and analysis of the third and finale presidential debate -- plus a look ahead toward the election. Then, U.S. Department of Agriculture offers new grants to support farms in Mississippi. And, hearing from Parchman prisoners in their own words in today's Book Club.

Fighting sex trafficking in Mississippi. Then, rating Mississippi cities on LGBT rights. Later, a Health Minute from Dr. Rick Deshazo on hair loss. And, living with -- and overcoming -- breast cancer.

The head of the state school superintendents association speaks out about possible changes to how public schools are funded. Then, Tupelo continues to deal with the fallout of a June incident where a white police officer killed an unarmed black man. Later, a StoryCorps conversation from Mississippi on raising a transracial family in the South. And, a new report on The High Cost of Being Poor

A new coalition has been formed to help remove families from substance abuse. Then, a visit from the experts of Everyday Tech on wifi security. And, a New Jersey company is reviewing how Mississippi funds public schools. But who is EdBuild? We'll take a look.

The state of children's health in Mississippi in a conversation with the head of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Then, a look at charter schools in Mississippi. And, Latin Fest is tomorrow. We'll tell you what to look for when you go.

Mississippi Democratic lawmakers react to possibly changing how the state pays for public schools. Then, a $40 million loan to help poor, rural communities in the state get access to capital. Later, healthy eating and Fair food. And, a profile of Mississippi Sen. James Eastland in our Book Club.

Mississippi legislators are moving toward revamping the state's twenty-year-old, under-funded public education formula. What does this mean for public schools in the state? Then, a Health Minute on the differences between colds and allergies. And, drought conditions persist across much of Mississippi. What is the impact on cattle farmers?