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McConnell Stands with Israel in Face of Threats from Hamas

By Jackson Purchase News | Dec 19, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the Senate floor today, emphasizing the importance of standing with Israel in the face of threats from Hamas. McConnell highlighted the need for the United States to provide support and condemn attempts to equate the actions of Hamas with those of Israel.McConnell acknowledged the ongoing negotiations on border security and commended Senator Lankford for his commitment to addressing national security challenges. He emphasized that addressing domestic security concerns is linked to the...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Livingston County in week ending Dec. 16 2023?

By Jackson Purchase News | Dec 19, 2023

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 16 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where was the cheapest place to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Livingston County in week ending Dec. 16 2023?

By Jackson Purchase News | Dec 18, 2023

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 16 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

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McConnell Comments On Border Security Negotiations

By Jackson Purchase News | Dec 18, 2023

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the ongoing border security negotiations in a speech delivered on the Senate floor. McConnell expressed his gratitude to Senator Lankford for leading the efforts to produce meaningful policy changes, fix the broken asylum system, and secure the southern border.McConnell emphasized the importance of addressing the border crisis as it is a fundamental part of legislation that will help America tackle its national security challenges. He acknowledged that the complexities of border security policy require careful...

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Attacks On Freedom Of Navigation Are Direct Challenge To American Leadership

By Jackson Purchase News | Dec 18, 2023

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) has expressed concern over the escalating attacks on freedom of navigation in the Middle East by Iran and its terrorist proxies. McConnell stated, "The weekend brought even more glaring evidence that Iran and its terrorist proxies feel emboldened to escalate their attacks in the Middle East." He specifically highlighted the recent brazen attacks by the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen, who have used lethal force against military and commercial vessels transiting the Red Sea.McConnell pointed out that the United States Navy...

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2022-23 School Year: What was most represented ethnicity in McCracken County school districts during 2022-23 school year?

By Jackson Purchase News | Dec 17, 2023

In McCracken County districts, there were more white students than any other ethnic group in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Kentucky Department of Education.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Livingston County in week ending Dec. 16 2023

By Jackson Purchase News | Dec 17, 2023

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Livingston County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 16 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Jackson Purchase News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 18?

By Jackson Purchase News | Dec 16, 2023

This former Jackson Purchase News area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 18.

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2022-23 School Year: What was most represented ethnicity in Marshall County's only school district during 2022-23 school year?

By Jackson Purchase News | Dec 16, 2023

The most represented ethnicity in Marshall County schools in the 2022-23 school year was white, according to the Kentucky Department of Education.

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Jackson Purchase News area weekly mass times

By Jackson Purchase News | Dec 16, 2023

The following parishes in the Jackson Purchase News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Census Bureau: 3.9% of people in Fulton County identified as multiracial in 2021

By Jackson Purchase News | Dec 15, 2023

Of the 6,507 citizens living in Fulton County in 2021, 96.1% said they were only one race, while 3.9% said they were two or more races, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained in June.

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Livingston County's Only School District: Which ethnicity was most represented in 2022-23 school year?

By Jackson Purchase News | Dec 15, 2023

In Livingston County district, there were more white students than any other ethnic group in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Kentucky Department of Education.

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Hickman County's Only School District: Which ethnicity was most represented in 2022-23 school year?

By Jackson Purchase News | Dec 14, 2023

The most represented ethnicity in Hickman County schools in the 2022-23 school year was white, according to the Kentucky Department of Education.

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Biden Admin. Strangles American Energy While China Surges Forward

By Jackson Purchase News | Dec 14, 2023

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell criticized the Biden Administration's climate policy during a speech on the Senate floor. McConnell expressed his frustration with the focus on renewable energy and the negative impact it has on American workers and consumers. He highlighted the cancellation of the Keystone XL pipeline, which resulted in the loss of thousands of jobs. McConnell also criticized the recent joint statement condemning coal power, stating that it has no meaningful benefits on the world stage. He pointed out that while U.S. emissions are projected to...

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Harvard Is ‘Glaring Example’ Of Rampant Anti-Semitism Permeating Higher Education

By Jackson Purchase News | Dec 14, 2023

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) has expressed his concerns about the issue of anti-Semitism on college campuses, highlighting Harvard University as a "glaring example" of this problem. McConnell's remarks were made during a speech on the Senate floor.McConnell criticized Harvard's president for her refusal to address calls for Jewish genocide as harassment on campus. He also pointed out her failure to condemn Harvard student groups who blamed Israel for the murder of innocent Jews in the aftermath of terrorist attacks. McConnell accused the president...

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Senate Cannot Claim To Address National Security Without Restoring Border Security

By Jackson Purchase News | Dec 14, 2023

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) has emphasized the importance of addressing border security as part of national security during a speech on the Senate floor. McConnell highlighted the efforts made by Senate Republicans to produce legislation that addresses four key national security priorities outlined by President Biden.McConnell stated, "For eight weeks, Senate Republicans have been working hard to produce legislation that takes appropriate action on all four fronts – helping Ukraine defeat Putin in Europe, helping Israel fight Iranian terror in the...

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McConnell Secures Priorities for Kentucky Military Installations, Blue Grass Army Depot in National Defense Bill

By Jackson Purchase News | Dec 14, 2023

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell has successfully secured several important priorities for Kentucky in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), a critical defense policy bill. McConnell's efforts have ensured provisions for the Blue Grass Army Depot (BGAD), Fort Campbell, Fort Knox, and the Kentucky Army National Guard.One of the key achievements in the NDAA is the requirement for the Army to develop proposals to execute the "most promising" opportunities identified in the BGAD feasibility study released in September 2023. McConnell also secured a...

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Graves County School Districts: White students most represented ethnicity in 2022-23 school year

By Jackson Purchase News | Dec 13, 2023

In Graves County districts, there were more white students than any other ethnic group in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Kentucky Department of Education.

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Biden Admin. Pushes Judicial Nom. With Anti-Semitic Affiliations

By Jackson Purchase News | Dec 13, 2023

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell criticized President Biden's judicial nominations in a recent speech on the Senate floor. McConnell expressed concern over the qualifications and conduct of some of the nominees, including Adeel Mangi, the President's nominee for Circuit Judge for the Third Circuit Court of Appeals.Mangi, a Harvard Law graduate with a career in private practice, has also served on the board of a Rutgers student organization that has been involved in anti-Semitic activism. McConnell highlighted the organization's hosting of speaking engagements...

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NDAA Marks Step Toward Addressing National Security Challenges

By Jackson Purchase News | Dec 13, 2023

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) has addressed the Senate floor regarding national security priorities, expressing hope that Democrats will recognize the commitment of Senate Republicans to address the crisis at the southern border. McConnell emphasizes that the challenges faced by the United States at home and abroad require immediate attention. He highlights the numerous attacks by Iran-backed terrorists against U.S. personnel in Iraq and Syria and the escalating threats from Iran's Houthi proxies against shipping vessels. McConnell asserts that Iran...