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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Marshall County in week ending Apr. 27

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 30, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Marshall County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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McConnell Urges Restoration of Order on Campus and Protection of Jewish Students

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 30, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the Senate floor, expressing deep concern over the rise of anti-Semitic radicalism on American college campuses and the need for immediate action to restore order and protect Jewish students. McConnell highlighted disturbing incidents and alarming declarations, including chants advocating violence and hate against Jewish individuals.McConnell criticized the lack of action from campus leaders, allowing universities to become chaotic environments where Jewish students face threats and...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Marshall County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Apr. 27

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 29, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Marshall County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Marshall County in week ending Apr. 27?

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 28, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Marshall County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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ICYMI: McConnell on Meet The Press and Face The Nation

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 28, 2024

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell recently appeared on NBC’s ‘Meet the Press’ and CBS’ ‘Face The Nation’, where he discussed various critical issues facing the nation.McConnell emphasized the importance of supporting Ukraine, stating, “I think we need to stick with them...It's in our interest.” He highlighted the positive impacts of supporting Ukraine and stressed the need for the U.S. to play a significant role in the global landscape.On the issue of anti-Semitism on college campuses, McConnell expressed concern, saying, “I think it’s a dangerous...

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Which former Jackson Purchase News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 29?

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 28, 2024

These former Jackson Purchase News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 29.

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Jackson Purchase News area weekly mass times

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 27, 2024

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

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Census Bureau: 78.4% of people in Fulton County were old enough to vote in 2021

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 26, 2024

Of the 6,507 citizens living in Fulton County in 2021, 78.4% were old enough to vote, equating to 5,098 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

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McConnell Secures $100K Federal Funding for Henderson City-County Airport

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 26, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) announced today the U.S. Department of Transportation will provide $101,203 in federal funding to Henderson City-County Airport. The funding is aimed at extending a critical runway at the airport to meet Federal Aviation Administration standards. This grant, made possible through the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, is set to enhance the airport's infrastructure significantly.Senator McConnell, a key figure in the passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act in 2021,...

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McConnell Discusses Aid to Ukraine, Border Crisis, and National Security on America’s Newsroom

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 24, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) recently shared his insights on various pressing issues during an interview with Dana Perino on Fox’s ‘America’s Newsroom’.Regarding the aid to Ukraine, McConnell emphasized the importance of supporting the country, stating, "It's actually only .2% of our gross domestic product. So put in that context: it is not a lot of money for us, but it is a very significant step for them, because it gives them the more sophisticated weapons they need to hold the Russians at bay." He highlighted the significance...

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McConnell Remarks On Passage Of National Security Supplemental

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 23, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the Senate floor today, emphasizing the significance of the national security supplemental bill. McConnell highlighted the global attention on America's response to international crises, stating, “This is an extremely important day in the history of our country and of the free world. They are all watching waiting to see what we would do."McConnell pointed out the importance of American leadership during times of conflict, mentioning the escalating tensions with Russia and Iran-backed...

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McConnell Remarks On The National Security Supplemental

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 23, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) emphasized the critical importance of national security priorities during his recent address on the Senate floor.McConnell highlighted the significance of Congress' responsibility to provide for the common defense, stating, "To provide for the common defense is one of Congress’ primary responsibilities."He underlined the role of American leadership in fostering prosperity and security, noting, "American prosperity and security are the products of decades of American leadership."The Senate...

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Which former Jackson Purchase News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22?

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 21, 2024

These former Jackson Purchase News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22.

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Jackson Purchase News area weekly mass times

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 20, 2024

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

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McConnell Urges Senate to Act on Section 702 Reauthorization

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 19, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) stressed the importance of reauthorizing Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act to prevent it from expiring. McConnell emphasized the significance of this section in national security efforts, stating, “For the past sixteen years, federal law enforcement and intelligence professionals have used Section 702...to identify and minimize foreign threats to U.S. national security."McConnell commended the House for their bipartisan efforts in reforming and reauthorizing the essential...

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Census Bureau: 79.3% of people in Ballard County were old enough to vote in 2021

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 19, 2024

Of the 7,814 citizens living in Ballard County in 2021, 79.3% were old enough to vote, equating to 6,195 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

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Biden Admin. Student Loan Socialism: Bailing Out Democrats’ Base On Working Americans’ Dime

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 18, 2024

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) criticized the Biden Administration's approach to student loan socialism, highlighting concerning incidents on university campuses. McConnell expressed, "The past six months have shone an uncomfortably bright light on the moral rot festering on America’s university campuses." He pointed out instances, such as the president of Columbia University's response to anti-Semitism concerns and plagiarism issues at Harvard Medical School.McConnell raised questions about the administration's proposal for student loan transfers,...

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McConnell Urges Realism in Addressing National Security Challenges

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 18, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) emphasized the importance of adopting a realistic approach to national security challenges during his remarks on the Senate floor today. McConnell addressed the urgency of the national security supplemental pending before the House of Representatives, criticizing opponents who hide their objections under the guise of 'realism'.McConnell highlighted the academic definition of 'realism', explaining that it involves states acting independently in a competitive environment to maximize their security and...

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Senate Must Not Shirk Impeachment Responsibilities

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 17, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the Senate floor today, emphasizing the importance of addressing the impeachment of Secretary Mayorkas. McConnell highlighted the Biden Administration's approach to migration at the southern border, quoting Secretary Mayorkas's statement: “’[W]e do have a plan to address migration at the southern border. We’re executing it… and we’re starting to see the results.’"McConnell criticized the administration's handling of border security, pointing out the surge in illegal arrivals and the repeal...

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House-Passed Reforms To Section 702 Increase Both Transparency And Accountability

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 17, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the Senate floor today, emphasizing the importance of the reforms to Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act that were passed by the House. McConnell highlighted that the House bill contained significant reforms aimed at enhancing accountability and protecting the rights of American citizens within the FISA process.McConnell pointed out the necessity of updating laws to adapt to the evolving landscape of technology, stating, "Clearly, social media and internet communications...