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Delta variant spreads in MS, Oxford prepares

More than a year after the first positive coronavirus case was reported in Mississippi, the state is facing virus uncertainty once again as the Delta variant emerges and takes hold. The Delta variant is now the dominant strain of coronavirus nationally, accounting for over half of all coronavirus cases.  Public health officials are sounding alarms, […]

Fauci says vaccinated Mississippians should wear masks

On Sunday, Dr. Anthony Fauci expressed that he would wear a face mask, even though he is fully vaccinated, if he were to visit Mississippi — the state with the lowest number of vaccinations. He also suggested that it might be wise for vaccinated Mississippians to wear masks as an extra measure of caution.  Presently, […]

Alcohol delivery available July 1st in Mississippi

The delivery of alcoholic beverages, beer, light-wine, and light spirits will soon be legal in Mississippi. On April 14 Governor Tate Reeves signed into law House Bill (HB) 1135 which legalized alcohol delivery. The measure will take effect on July 1.  Following the coronavirus pandemic, the demand for alcohol delivery service skyrocketed nationwide as people […]

UM employees to receive pay raise in 2022

University of Mississippi Chancellor Glenn Boyce announced that university employees will receive salary and wage increases during the 2022 fiscal year. This increase will be effective on July 1.   In an email to all faculty and staff members, Boyce announced the income increase and praised university employees for their performance during the pandemic.  “Over the […]

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