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“It’s our systems. We have 35 and 40-year-old systems that run COBOL,” MDHS Chief Communications Officer Mark Jones said, explaining the delay in releasing full SNAP benefits.
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November 25, 2025 at 3:02 PM
“It’s our systems. We have 35 and 40-year-old systems that run COBOL,” MDHS Chief Communications Officer Mark Jones said, explaining the delay in releasing full SNAP benefits.
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The Mississippi Free Press is hosting a solutions circle in Greenwood on Tuesday, Dec. 2, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For more information, email solutions@mississippifreepress.org or visit buff.ly/90SSp6U.
November 24, 2025 at 10:45 PM
The Mississippi Free Press is hosting a solutions circle in Greenwood on Tuesday, Dec. 2, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For more information, email solutions@mississippifreepress.org or visit buff.ly/90SSp6U.
Help us welcome Krystal Austin, our new Executive Assistant, to the Mississippi Free Press team! She will support leadership, help strengthen internal operations, and keep our fast-moving newsroom running smoothly. Welcome to the team, Krystal!
November 24, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Help us welcome Krystal Austin, our new Executive Assistant, to the Mississippi Free Press team! She will support leadership, help strengthen internal operations, and keep our fast-moving newsroom running smoothly. Welcome to the team, Krystal!
As we head into Thanksgiving, we’re reflecting on what matters most. YOU matter most. Thank you for reading, sharing, supporting, and believing in people-centered journalism. If you’re grateful for the work we do, this is a perfect time to give: givebutter.com/mfpdonate. It's MATCHED right now.
November 24, 2025 at 7:24 PM
As we head into Thanksgiving, we’re reflecting on what matters most. YOU matter most. Thank you for reading, sharing, supporting, and believing in people-centered journalism. If you’re grateful for the work we do, this is a perfect time to give: givebutter.com/mfpdonate. It's MATCHED right now.
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November 24, 2025 at 5:16 PM
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The Mississippi Department of Human Services began releasing the remaining full November SNAP benefits on Friday morning after resolving technical issues stemming from 40-year-old computer systems that had prevented it from doing so when the government shutdown ended.
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November 24, 2025 at 3:02 PM
The Mississippi Department of Human Services began releasing the remaining full November SNAP benefits on Friday morning after resolving technical issues stemming from 40-year-old computer systems that had prevented it from doing so when the government shutdown ended.
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November 23, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Our newsroom is built on one belief: People Over Power. ALWAYS.
If you want to see more Mississippi journalism rooted in listening, truth, and community, please consider supporting us: givebutter.com/mfpdonate
Your donation is MATCHED dollar-for-dollar!
If you want to see more Mississippi journalism rooted in listening, truth, and community, please consider supporting us: givebutter.com/mfpdonate
Your donation is MATCHED dollar-for-dollar!
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November 23, 2025 at 3:16 PM
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As full SNAP benefits resume, MDHS is warning of an increasing potential for fraud and theft of SNAP benefits.
MDHS can no longer remedy stolen SNAP benefits after Congress allowed a program to expire that replaced benefits stolen by card skimming, card cloning and other forms of fraud.
MDHS can no longer remedy stolen SNAP benefits after Congress allowed a program to expire that replaced benefits stolen by card skimming, card cloning and other forms of fraud.
November 23, 2025 at 3:00 PM
As full SNAP benefits resume, MDHS is warning of an increasing potential for fraud and theft of SNAP benefits.
MDHS can no longer remedy stolen SNAP benefits after Congress allowed a program to expire that replaced benefits stolen by card skimming, card cloning and other forms of fraud.
MDHS can no longer remedy stolen SNAP benefits after Congress allowed a program to expire that replaced benefits stolen by card skimming, card cloning and other forms of fraud.
Telling Mississippi’s stories takes skill, trust and care. Our team brings all three. We don't just tell stories. We make sure they are heard, understood and valued. Your donation today is MATCHED! Double your support for storytelling that matters: buff.ly/brwARrQ
November 22, 2025 at 11:06 PM
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November 22, 2025 at 8:58 PM
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Help us celebrate Tami Jones, winner of the Fall 2025 Kick Ass Award! Her leadership, willingness to jump in wherever needed, and steady commitment to MFP make a difference every single day. A true MVP. givebutter.com/mfpdonate
November 22, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Help us celebrate Tami Jones, winner of the Fall 2025 Kick Ass Award! Her leadership, willingness to jump in wherever needed, and steady commitment to MFP make a difference every single day. A true MVP. givebutter.com/mfpdonate
“It’s our systems. We have 35 and 40-year-old systems that run COBOL,” MDHS Chief Communications Officer Mark Jones said, explaining the delay in releasing full SNAP benefits.
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November 22, 2025 at 3:01 PM
“It’s our systems. We have 35 and 40-year-old systems that run COBOL,” MDHS Chief Communications Officer Mark Jones said, explaining the delay in releasing full SNAP benefits.
buff.ly/uKiDuTN
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Mississippi deserves the full story.
Not spin.
Not shortcuts.
Not half-truths.
We ARE Mississippi Free Press, and we report with depth, accuracy and accountability across all 82 counties.
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Not spin.
Not shortcuts.
Not half-truths.
We ARE Mississippi Free Press, and we report with depth, accuracy and accountability across all 82 counties.
Right now, your gift is MATCHED dollar-for-dollar: buff.ly/brwARrQ
November 21, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Mississippi deserves the full story.
Not spin.
Not shortcuts.
Not half-truths.
We ARE Mississippi Free Press, and we report with depth, accuracy and accountability across all 82 counties.
Right now, your gift is MATCHED dollar-for-dollar: buff.ly/brwARrQ
Not spin.
Not shortcuts.
Not half-truths.
We ARE Mississippi Free Press, and we report with depth, accuracy and accountability across all 82 counties.
Right now, your gift is MATCHED dollar-for-dollar: buff.ly/brwARrQ
MFP Weekly Roundup: November 17-21, 2025
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November 21, 2025 at 11:32 PM
MFP Weekly Roundup: November 17-21, 2025
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The Mississippi Department of Human Services began releasing the remaining full November SNAP benefits on Friday morning after resolving technical issues stemming from 40-year-old computer systems that had prevented it from doing so when the government shutdown ended.
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November 21, 2025 at 9:44 PM
The Mississippi Department of Human Services began releasing the remaining full November SNAP benefits on Friday morning after resolving technical issues stemming from 40-year-old computer systems that had prevented it from doing so when the government shutdown ended.
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We don’t shape the truth to fit agendas.
We report it and let the chips fall where they must.
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We report it and let the chips fall where they must.
Donate today to help us continue our commitment to truth.
Right now, every donation is MATCHED, doubling your impact.
Give TODAY: givebutter.com/mfpdonate
November 21, 2025 at 8:50 PM
We don’t shape the truth to fit agendas.
We report it and let the chips fall where they must.
Donate today to help us continue our commitment to truth.
Right now, every donation is MATCHED, doubling your impact.
Give TODAY: givebutter.com/mfpdonate
We report it and let the chips fall where they must.
Donate today to help us continue our commitment to truth.
Right now, every donation is MATCHED, doubling your impact.
Give TODAY: givebutter.com/mfpdonate
Some voices rarely make the headlines. We tell stories others overlook because every community deserves to be seen. Your support ensures we keep amplifying those who are often ignored. Right now, every gift is DOUBLED. Donate: buff.ly/brwARrQ
November 21, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Some voices rarely make the headlines. We tell stories others overlook because every community deserves to be seen. Your support ensures we keep amplifying those who are often ignored. Right now, every gift is DOUBLED. Donate: buff.ly/brwARrQ
Join us in celebrating Nick Judin, winner of our Fall 2025 Enterprise Reporting Award! Nick’s reporting is fearless, thorough and essential. It brings clarity, depth and accountability to Mississippi. We’re grateful for his relentless pursuit of facts and his powerful impact in every story he tells.
November 21, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Join us in celebrating Nick Judin, winner of our Fall 2025 Enterprise Reporting Award! Nick’s reporting is fearless, thorough and essential. It brings clarity, depth and accountability to Mississippi. We’re grateful for his relentless pursuit of facts and his powerful impact in every story he tells.
We take time with our reporting because Mississippi stories deserve more than surface-level coverage. Rich stories don't happen fast. They happen with care, depth and listening.
Will you help us continue telling rich stories? Your donation is MATCHED today. givebutter.com/mfpdonate
Will you help us continue telling rich stories? Your donation is MATCHED today. givebutter.com/mfpdonate
November 21, 2025 at 3:48 PM
We take time with our reporting because Mississippi stories deserve more than surface-level coverage. Rich stories don't happen fast. They happen with care, depth and listening.
Will you help us continue telling rich stories? Your donation is MATCHED today. givebutter.com/mfpdonate
Will you help us continue telling rich stories? Your donation is MATCHED today. givebutter.com/mfpdonate
Help us celebrate Kevin Edwards, our Fall 2025 Falcon Award (Staff Choice) winner!
Kevin has been with MFP only two months, but he’s already transformed our editorial workflow, supported major stories and brought invaluable Delta knowledge to the team.
We’re lucky to have him!
Kevin has been with MFP only two months, but he’s already transformed our editorial workflow, supported major stories and brought invaluable Delta knowledge to the team.
We’re lucky to have him!
November 20, 2025 at 7:47 PM
Help us celebrate Kevin Edwards, our Fall 2025 Falcon Award (Staff Choice) winner!
Kevin has been with MFP only two months, but he’s already transformed our editorial workflow, supported major stories and brought invaluable Delta knowledge to the team.
We’re lucky to have him!
Kevin has been with MFP only two months, but he’s already transformed our editorial workflow, supported major stories and brought invaluable Delta knowledge to the team.
We’re lucky to have him!
The Mississippi Free Press is hosting a solutions circle in Greenwood on Tuesday, Dec. 2, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For more information, email solutions@mississippifreepress.org or visit buff.ly/90SSp6U.
November 20, 2025 at 7:45 PM
The Mississippi Free Press is hosting a solutions circle in Greenwood on Tuesday, Dec. 2, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For more information, email solutions@mississippifreepress.org or visit buff.ly/90SSp6U.
Our legacy didn’t start yesterday. It started 23 years ago with a commitment to truth over power. 23 years of fearless reporting. 23 years of uplifting Mississippi. 23 years of impact worth protecting. Help us carry this legacy forward. Your donation is MATCHED. Support the legacy: buff.ly/WMLoD2x
November 20, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Our legacy didn’t start yesterday. It started 23 years ago with a commitment to truth over power. 23 years of fearless reporting. 23 years of uplifting Mississippi. 23 years of impact worth protecting. Help us carry this legacy forward. Your donation is MATCHED. Support the legacy: buff.ly/WMLoD2x
The Mississippi Free Press is hosting a solutions circle in Greenwood on Tuesday, Dec. 2, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For more information, email solutions@mississippifreepress.org or visit buff.ly/90SSp6U.
November 19, 2025 at 9:08 PM
The Mississippi Free Press is hosting a solutions circle in Greenwood on Tuesday, Dec. 2, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For more information, email solutions@mississippifreepress.org or visit buff.ly/90SSp6U.
When Mississippi comes together, truth wins. Help keep it that way. Consider giving to our 501(c)(3) today. Right now, every gift is MATCHED. Donate today: buff.ly/WMLoD2x
November 19, 2025 at 5:43 PM
When Mississippi comes together, truth wins. Help keep it that way. Consider giving to our 501(c)(3) today. Right now, every gift is MATCHED. Donate today: buff.ly/WMLoD2x