Magnolia State
Americannoun
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But more than that, with the help and support of former Netscape CEO Jim Barksdale, the Magnolia State constructed a system to train teachers so that they are effective at teaching students to read.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 21, 2026
According to Mississippi Today, the Magnolia State is just one of ten states that bars people convicted of felonies from ever voting again.
From Salon ● Apr. 26, 2022
After a one-year absence — Longo departed Ole Miss for North Carolina after the 2018 season — the Air Raid is back in the Magnolia State and the SEC.
From Washington Post ● Jan. 10, 2020
There is no 1-2 punch for Ole Miss, Plumlee’s the Magnolia State quarterback who really has made a name for himself lately with his running ability.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 26, 2019
By the time Mississippi’s voters pick their next governor on Nov. 5, Magnolia State residents could be forgiven for feeling some electoral deja vu.
From Washington Times ● Aug. 20, 2019
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