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7:20 a.m. - Nicole Akins-Boyd - MS Senator, District 9 (Lafayette & Panola Counties) Chair of Senate Universities and Colleges Committee & Vice-Chair of Senate Medicaid Committee Topic: The start to the legislative session, updates from her committees, specifically the universities and colleges agenda and SB 2522 https://www.supertalk.fm/senate-advances-bill-to-address-mississippi-workforce-shortage-through-community-colleges/. She can also give an update from her district that was impacted by the winter ice storm. 8:05 a.m. - Steve Tybor - President & CEO, Eight Days of Hope Topic: Their response to the winter storms in North MS, how people can support their efforts, etc.

7:05 a.m. - Kristi Noem - Secretary, US Department of Homeland Security Topic: Updates from FEMA in MS 7:35 a.m. - Brad White - Executive Director, MS Department of Transportation  Topic: Update from MDOT, the winter weather impact across the state, the roundtable meeting in North MS yesterday, etc. 8:05 a.m. - David Herndon - Executive Director, Archway Charter School Topic: School choice in MS. The Archway Charter School is set to launch in August 2026. They are Mississippi's first hybrid model that will include predominantly online learning for middle and high school students. Their home base is in Belzoni, MS, but they are recruiting students from across the Delta and Jackson.

7:20 a.m. - William 'Bill' Cork - Executive Director, MS Development Authority Topic: An update from MDA, recently announced projects since he was on with us last, the legislative session and anything they are keeping an eye on this year, etc. 8:05 a.m. - Keith Hayward - General Manager & CEO, North East Mississippi Electric Power Association Topic: Update from their coverage area with the continued winter storm impacts. 8:35 a.m. - J.T. Mitchell - News Director, SuperTalk MS News Topic: The week in the news and some of the biggest headlines of the week.

7:05 a.m. - David Cox - National Weather Service - Jackson MS Topic: The winter storm impact and additional round of cold weather headed our way again this weekend. 7:35 a.m. - Chris Brown - Northern District Public Service Commissioner Topic: Update from the Northern District’s PSC, the severe winter weather, anything they are doing to help those affected/without power, especially want to spotlight the Delta. If there is additional time, let’s spotlight the legislative session and any issues that he is keeping an eye on currently. 7:53 a. m. - Philip Chamblee - Mississippi Petroleum Marketers Association Topic: Update on Fuel in Affected Areas of Mississippi 8:05 a.m. - Scott Simmons - Chief Communications Officer, MEMA Topic: Update from MEMA and the latest updates from winter storm Fern. 8:35 a.m. - Jamie Keoshian - Samaritan’s Purse Topic: Providing Relief in North Mississippi

7:05 a.m. - Harold Pittman - General Manager, Delta Electric Power Association Topic: an update from their coverage area, how his friends and neighbors are faring with the winter weather, when power will be restored, etc. 7:20 a.m. - Brad White - Executive Director, MS Department of Transportation  Topic: Update from MDOT, the winter weather impacts across the state, etc. 8:05 a.m. - Charles Watson - Senior Vice-President of Network Operations, C Spire Topic: update on their service and coverage area during the winter storm impacting most of North MS. 8:35 a.m. - Jonathan Powers - Agency Manager, MS Farm Bureau Insurance Topic: The winter storm and how those effected should start the claims process.

7:20 a.m. - Rodney Hall - MS House of Representatives, District 20, Vice-Chair, Military Affairs Committee Topic: The current session, bills that he is focused on, any specific updates from his committees, and of course also want to get an update from his district with the severe weather impacts to his community. 8:05 a.m. - Keith Hayward - General Manager & CEO, North East Mississippi Electric Power Association Topic: Update from their coverage area and the winter storm impacts. 8:20 a.m. - Brad White - Executive Director, MDOT Topic: Update on North Mississippi Road Conditions 8:35 a.m. - Robyn Tannehill - Mayor, Oxford Mississippi Topic: Update from Oxford Mississippi

7:20 a.m. - Brad White - Executive Director, MS Department of Transportation  Topic: Update from MDOT, the winter weather impacts across the state, etc. 8:05 a.m. - Andy Gipson - Commissioner, MS Department Agriculture & Commerce Topic: His team is collecting bottled water; nonperishable food items, such as soup and other canned goods; can openers; baby diapers and formula; propane cook stoves and propane bottles; and basic essential paper products to be delivered to North Mississippi as soon as roads are safe and passable. Concerned members of the public, as well as churches and nonprofits, can deliver donations to the Old Armory. MDAC is partnering with MEMA to assist in the delivery of these items to communities with pressing needs across North Mississippi. 8:35 a.m. - Richard Cross - Host, Mornings with Richard Cross Topic: News of the day and update from his neck of the woods in Oxford.

7:20 a.m. - Scott Simmons - Chief Communications Officer, MEMA Topic: Update from MEMA and the latest updates from winter storm Fern. 7:35 a.m. - Richard Cross - Host, Mornings with Richard Cross Topic: News of the day and update from his neck of the woods in Oxford. 8:05 a.m. - Julia Wise - Senior Strategic Communicator Tennessee Valley Authority Topic: Update from their coverage area and what they are doing to keep their customers safe/warm, any tips/tricks the public needs to know, etc. 8:35 a.m. - Kelly Bennett - Multimedia Journalist, SuperTalk MS News Topic: The week in the news and some of the biggest headlines of the week.

7:35 a.m. - National Weather Service Topic: The winter storm impact that we can expect across the state tonight and tomorrow as we head into the weekend. 8:05 a.m. - Scott Simmons - Chief Communications Officer, MEMA Topic: Update from MEMA and the preparations for the winter storm heading our way. How people should prepare/stay warm if their power goes out, along with anything they are doing to help the public. 8:35 a.m. - Kasey Dickson - Director of Marketing and Public Relations, MS Blood Services Topic: Update from MS Blood Services, the current need to give blood that they have across the state especially the need to give as we head into the winter storm this weekend.

7:20 a.m. - Philip Chamblee - Executive Director, MS Petroleum Marketers Association Topic: Gas and oil markets and the national perspective on the Venezuelan oil situation. 8:05 a.m. - Haley Fisackerly - President and CEO, Entergy MS Topic: Update from Entergy and the work they are doing to prepare ahead of the snow/ice storm this weekend. 8:35 a.m. - Charles Watson - Senior Vice-President of Network Operations, C Spire Topic: Preparations for the winter weather.

7:35 a.m. - David Blount - MS Senator, District 29 (Chairman, Senate Gaming Committee & Vice-Chair, Senate Education Committee) Topic: Update from the legislature and the committees he serves on. 8:05 a.m. - Blake Thompson - President, Mississippi College Topic: An update from MC, the bicentennial celebrations that they have going on currently, and 200 years of students being educated at MC.

7:20 a.m. - Jeremy England - MS Senator, District 51 (Chair, Elections Cmte. & Vice-Chair, Ports & Marine Resources Cmte.) Topic: The start of the legislative session and priorities he is focusing on this year. 8:05 a.m. - Mike McCormick - President, MS Farm Bureau Federation 8:05 a.m. - Neil Whaley - MS Senator, District 10 (Marshall & Tate Counties) (Chair, Agriculture Cmte. & Vice-Chair, Local & Private Cmte.) Topic: Discussion surrounding the start of the legislative session, specifically the bill that would exempt ag equipment from state sales tax in an effort to help farmers in Mississippi. Also want an update from any farmers they have spoken with recently. https://www.supertalk.fm/bill-to-exempt-agricultural-equipment-from-state-sales-tax-introduced-in-senate/

7:35 a.m. - Chris Brown - Northern District Public Service Commissioner Topic: Update from the Northern District’s PSC and his recent op-ed re: nuclear energy. https://www.supertalk.fm/brown-advanced-nuclear-is-americas-strategic-energy-advantage/ 8:35 a.m. - J.T. Mitchell - News Director, SuperTalk MS News Topic: The week in the news and some of the biggest headlines of the week.

7:20 a.m. - Leah Ferretti - Director, Mississippi Ready Topic: School Choice in MS took center stage on the House floor Thursday with HB 2 passing 60-58. https://www.supertalk.fm/house-narrowly-passes-education-package-as-some-gop-lawmakers-vote-against-it/ 8:05 a.m. - Stafford Shurden - Farmer & Author, "Meet and Three" Topic: Release of his book, Meet and Three, food travels, and social media.

7:05 a.m. - Jason White - Speaker, MS House of Representatives Topic: The start of the legislative session, lots to discuss on the education front and PERS discussions along with mobile sports betting. Floor debate is expected to start on Wednesday in the House. 8:05 a.m. - Dr. Dan Edney - State Health Officer, MS Department of Health Topic: Update from MSDH, thoughts on the updated dietary guidelines under the Trump Administration’s MAHA movement and announcements and recent changes to child vaccine schedules.