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Blackjack Road Repairs

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By Siena Turner STARKVILLE, Miss (Take 30 News) - - Some drivers said Blackjack Road has caused numerous problems due to potholes. Students and permanent residents alike tell Take 30 News they've complained about the road for years.  Former…

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Upcoming Repairs on Blackjack Road

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By: Amari Collins  STARKVILLE, Miss. (Take 30 News)—Oktibbeha County Board of Supervisors have accepted a bid to repair Blackjack Road in Starkville, Mississippi. Construction is scheduled to start within the next 60 days by Burns Dirt Construction company in…

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New MSU Art Gallery Invokes Feelings of Hope

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By John Lee STARKVILLE, Miss. (Take 30 News)--- You only have this rest of this month to see a recent art exhibit at Mississippi State University. It is unlike any show ever seen at MSU, according to Lori Neuenfedlt, gallery director. This unique art show, which…

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WCBI News Anchor, Part-Time Mississippi State Instructor Honored During Black History Month

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By Rachael Jordan COLUMBUS, Miss. (Take 30 News)--- Aliceville High School in Aliceville, Alabama recognized Aundrea Self along with ten other women as African American Influential Women in the community at a Black History Month program on Thursday, February 13th. Self…

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New MSU Art Gallery Invokes Feelings of Hope

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By John Lee STARKVILLE, Miss. (Take 30 News)--- You only have this rest of this month to see a recent art exhibit at Mississippi State University. It is unlike any show ever seen at MSU, according to Lori Neuenfedlt, gallery director. This unique art show, which…

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Mississippi Becomes the 45th State to sell Powerball and Mega Million Lottery Tickets

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By Eryk Yunk STARKVILLE, Miss. (Take 30 News)---  At the end of January 2020, Mississippi became the 45th state to sell Powerball and Mega Million Lottery Tickets.  The state instated scratch off lottery tickets last year. A spokesperson said it has…

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Super Bowl A Win for Some Businesses

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COLUMBUS, Miss. (Take 30 News) ---The Big game was broadcast over millions of televisions Sunday, February 2nd. The Super Bowl is a national event that is broadcast over millions of televisions including those in local restaurants and this brings a potential…

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Super Bowl Boom for Local Pizza Business

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By Kelsey Duncan  STARKVILLE, Miss. (Take 30 News) --- The Super Bowl calls for a lot of food. Amongst other special events the Super Bowl is a busy day for most pizza chains.  Bobbi Wells said he is a loyal Lost Pizza Co. customer.  "My friends and…

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Study Highlights Mental Health Concerns Among Minorities

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By Rachael Jordan MISSISSIPPI STATE, Miss. (Take 30 News) ---A new study from Diverse Education.com shows that only 48 percent of students of color feel comfortable reaching out to a teacher or counselor for mental health support. That's compared to 57 percent of white…

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