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Shrimp harvest costs counteract price gains - July 3, 2008
The price of shrimp is up this season, but so is the cost of getting Mississippi’s shrimp harvest to market.

MSU meat science teams win top national honors - July 3, 2008
Two undergraduate student teams from Mississippi State University with an interest in muscle foods took top honors during their first appearance at the American Meat Science Association Intercollegiate Quiz Bowl.

Stick to classics with back-to-school clothes - July 3, 3008
Shopping for back-to-school clothes does not have to stress family finances if parents plan their spending and stick to the basics.

High fuel prices can alter driving habits - July 3, 3008
The cost of getting an education is high, and with gas prices hovering near $4 a gallon, just getting to school has never been more expensive.

Children, adults share bus safety responsibilities - July 3, 3008
Both children and adults must follow safety rules to protect children from the dangers of riding, entering and exiting school buses.

Communication helps children with diabetes - July 3, 3008
The need to manage diabetes goes to school or daycare with the child who has the disease, but parents and teachers can lessen their anxiety about the child’s welfare with communication.

Beat homesickness with social networks - July 3, 3008
Freshmen and international students in college can deal with homesickness by getting involved in new activities and establishing strong social networks.

Budget early for school expenses - July 3, 2008
A well-planned budget and smart shopping can help prevent the pain at the pump from spreading to the classroom.

New ornamental peppers catch eyes in landscapes - July 3, 2008
The Black Pearl was made famous a couple of years ago as both a pirate ship in the movies and as one of the most intriguing ornamental peppers grown in the landscape.

 

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