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10/14/2026 · Purvis
Age of Distractions: The Battle for Our Attention in a Digital World
Man Meet | Contributing Writer One of the toughest things in modern times, in my opinion, is for college kids to concentrate. In today’s society, there are lots of distractions, lots of noise calling for our attention. Our lives have been completely changed in too many ways to count by our smartphones, social media, streaming […] The post Age of Distractions: The Battle for Our Attention in a Digital World appeared first on PantherNOW.
Democracy and the death penalty, one man, one volt
When asked about the death penalty, some are surprised to hear me say that... The post Democracy and the death penalty, one man, one volt appeared first on The Port St. Joe Star.
Ron Hart · The Port St. Joe Star · 10/14/2026
Precious sacred scenes unfold
Janis Schweikert asked if I’d come to their 1976 Port St. Joe High School... The post Precious sacred scenes unfold appeared first on The Port St. Joe Star.
Kesley Colbert · The Port St. Joe Star · 10/14/2026
The Salt Shaker Test: Stetson’s October poll needs a lot more salt
More disclosure than September. What it discloses is a panel grading itself. The post The Salt Shaker Test: Stetson’s October poll needs a lot more salt appeared first on Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government..
Steve Vancore · Florida Politics – Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. · 10/14/2026
In capital punishment, failure is a feature
In his 1975 book, “Systemantics,” John Gall hypothesizes that complex systems tend to fail, and not because of bad intentions, incompetent operators, or a few correctable defects. Organizations and other human-made systems develop unanticipated behaviors that often thwart their intended purposes. As we begin to recognize these tendencies toward failure, we assume that a new, […]
Dale Brumfield · Florida Phoenix · 10/14/2026
The Good News Has Tools, Wildlife Bridges, and Fewer Wasted Tomatoes
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MEMA Guides and Publications | Mississippi Emergency Management Agency MEMA's Disaster Preparedness Guide English: MEMA Disaster Guide Spanish: DESASTRE GUIA Vietnamese: THẢM HỌA HƯỚNG DẪN MEMA’s Disaster Preparedness Guide for Older Adults English: MEMA’s Disaster Preparedness Guide for Older Adults Spanish: Guía de preparación para desastres de MEMA para adultos mayores Vietnamese: Hướng dẫn Phòng chống Thảm họa của MEMA dành cho Người lớn tuổi MEMA's Hurricane Guide English: Hurricane Guide Spanish: Guía de preparación para Huracanes Vietnamese: Hurricane Bảng Hướng Dẫn MEMA's Guidebook for Emergency Managers and Local Officials MEMA Guidebook MEMA's Media Guidebook MEMA Media Guidebook MEMA's Guides for Kids MEMA Activity Book ABC's of MEMA Coloring Book Axel the Earthquake Ant Coloring Sheet MEMITE's Hurricane Coloring Book MEMA Annual Reports 2025 Annual Report 2024 Annual Report 2023 Annual Report 2022 Annual Report 2021 Annual Report 2020 Annual Report 2019 Annual Report 2018 Annual Report 2017 Annual Report 2016 Annual Report 2015 Annual Report
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions | Mississippi Emergency Management Agency Skip to main content Close Search Search Search Frequently Asked Questions All FAQs are accordions and expand upon click My food spoiled during a power outage, can I get reimbursed? MEMA does not provide reimbursement for food spoiling during a natural disaster. In certain disasters, SNAP recipients may receive replacement benefits by contacting the Mississippi Department of Human Services. My home was destroyed or damaged, where is my hotel voucher? MEMA does not provide housing vouchers. Where can I get money to fix the damage to my home? Federal financial assistance is available to homeowners ONLY if a federal disaster declaration for Individual Assistance is approved by the president. Renters are not eligible for home repair assistance but may be eligible for other federal assistance. Federal financial assistance is never a guarantee. If you need immediate help finding a tarp for your roof call your county emergency management agency office. I need a generator for my home, can MEMA provide one? MEMA cannot provide generators to individuals or reimbursement for the purchase of a generator. In order to be considered for reimbursement for a generator purchased after a federally declared disaster, there must be an existing medical condition that requires you to have medical equipment/appliance for medical purposes. FEMA will need the following documentation to consider a reimbursement: a copy of the receipt of proof of purchase or rental for the generator, a letter from a physician on letterhead that indicates the required equipment is for medical purposes and an official letter from the electric company for the power outage. I need help repairing damage to my home. What do I do? First, take pictures of the damage for documentation purposes. Second, call your insurance provider to file a claim. Depending on the repairs needed, your county emergency management agency or MEMA’s Individual Assistance Bureau could be of assistance. Contact your local EMA for more information. I need a safe room for my home, does MEMA offer any grants? The Individual Safe Room program is closed due to the lack of funding. Local governments can apply for Hazard Mitigation Grants for public community safe rooms. For more information visit MEMA’s Mitigation page. I missed the FEMA deadline to apply for Individual Assistance, can I still apply? You must call FEMA’s disaster assistance helpline to discuss assistance: 800-621-3362 FEMA is referring me to fill out an SBA Loan application why? During the FEMA Assistance process, you may be referred to the U.S. Small Business Administration for a potential loan. While your application is being processed, FEMA is evaluating your needs to see if you qualify for home repairs or other FEMA benefits. If you qualify for federal benefits FEMA will contact you. You may be eligible for additional benefits from FEMA by applying for an SBA loan. Applying for Individual Assistance FEMA denied me assistance or I don’t agree with the amount I was awarded, what can I do? Write an appeal to FEMA. The appeal must be postmarked within 60 days of the date on the award or denial letter from FEMA. See the attached sample appeal letter. How to Write an Appeal What can I purchase with my FEMA award? FEMA will inform you of the types of assistance you are eligible to receive. These may include home repairs, rental assistance for a different place to live temporarily, repair or replacement of a damaged primary vehicle, uninsured out-of-pocket medical expenses for an injury caused by the disaster. Repair or replacement of occupational specialized tools, essential educations materials and/or moving and storage expenses related to the disaster. If you do not spend the award on its intended purpose, you may be denied future assistance. In some cases FEMA will ask that the money be returned. Spend Your FEMA Award Wisely FEMA will inform you of the types of assistance you are eligible to receive. These may include: Home repairs (e.g., structure, water, septic and sewage systems). Rental assistance for a different place to live temporarily. Repair or replacement of a damaged primary vehicle. Uninsured out-of-pocket medical expenses for an injury caused by the disaster. Repair or replacement of occupational specialized tools. Essential educational materials (e.g., computers, schoolbooks, supplies). Moving and storage expenses related to the disaster. If you do not spend the award on its intended purpose, you may be DENIED FUTURE ASSISTANCE. In some cases, FEMA will ask that the money be returned. NWS Offices Map Every disaster is different. Federal and state assets will depend on the magnitude of each disaster.
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Flag Status USA September 21, 2026 Flag Status: Full-Staff Flag Status Executive Orders: Executive Order No. 1596 In accordance Governor Tate Reeves’ Executive Orde, the Governor has directed that all flags of the United States and the State of Mississippi be flown at half-staff on all buildings and grounds across the State beginning at sunrise and continuing through sunset on SATURDAY, September 19, 2026, in honor of Claiborne County Sheriff’s Deputy Terrian Earl Bailey, Sr. September 18, 2026 The 25th Anniversary of the September 11 Terrorist Attacks In accordance with President Donald J. Trump’s attached Proclamation, Governor Reeves has directed that all flags of the United States and the State of Mississippi be flown at half-staff on all buildings and grounds across the State beginning at sunrise and continuing through sunset TOMORROW, September 11, 2026, in recognition of the 25th Anniversary of the 9/11 Terrorist Attacks and Patriot Day. September 10, 2026 In Remembrance of Dolly Parton In accordance with President Donald J. Trump’s directive, Governor Reeves has ordered that all flags of the United States and the State of Mississippi be flown at half-staff on all buildings and grounds across the State for one week beginning today at 6:00 PM in honor and remembrance of Dolly Parton. August 25, 2026 Death of Senator Lindsey Graham Flags to be flown at half-staff through July 18 in honor of the late U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham. July 14, 2026 Executive Order No.1595 Governor Reeves proclaims a day of official mourning in the State of Mississippi in memory of Jackson County Deputy Michael "Mike" Leroy Jimerson and directs that all flags be flown at half-staff on buildings and grounds in Mississippi beginning at sunrise and ending at sunset on Friday, April 10, 2026, in memory of Deputy Jimerson. Mississippi will forever remember Deputy Jimerson for his selflessness, love and quiet strength, and though his watch has ended, his legacy will live on through his family and all who had the privilege of knowing him. April 10, 2026
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