In 2 states, 1 in 20 residents missed during US head count
Around 1 in 20 residents in Arkansas and Tennessee were missed during the 2020 census, and four other U.S. states had significant undercounts of their populations which could shortchange them of federal funding in the current decade, according to figures from a survey the U.S. Census Bureau released Thursday.
In Florida, and Texas, undercounts appear to have cost them congressional seats too.
On the flip side, residents in eight states were overcounted during the once-a-decade head count that is used to allocate political power and federal funding. In Minnesota and Rhode Island, overcounts appear to have helped save them from losing congressional seats.
ONGOING
◆ Christian Women's Job Corps' (CWJC) FREE TRAINING for computer, job and life skills: Our 2022 Fall Session begins August 30 through November 17 on each Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Participants receive a free laptop upon completion of the fall courses. Limited seating, reserve your space early by calling (662) 7223016 or reach.todd@outlook.com
◆ International Friendship House has free English as a Second Language classes Monday thru Thursday, 9:00 – 11:00 am, at Calvary Baptist Church, 405 N. Jackson Street, Starkville. Contact traceynash102399@hotmail.com for more information.
◆ The Peter's Rock Family Worship Center Church Of God In Christ is excited about the growth of our local city. Nevertheless, we are concerned about the needs in our local communities and overall city. We have been inspired and encouraged to reach out and address the needs of our community. Our church is hosting in–house Community Prayer every Friday @ 12 noon in our sanctuary. We take this opportunity to invite Community Leaders, Pastors, Educators, Parents, Christians, and concerned citizens to come and be a part of our in- house Community Prayer every Friday @ 12 noon. You can call our office @ 662323-5119 or contact Mrs. Alfaye Brown, Coordinator @ 662-312-7860 to confirm your attendance and for more information.
MAY 22, 2022
◆ On Sunday, May 22 from 9 a.m. until 11:45 a.m. a blood drive will take place at Trinity Presbyterian Church at 607 Hospital Road in Starkville. To sign up, please use the following website: https://donors. vitalant.org/ then enter the zip code and then Trinity Presbyterian Church. Thank you for helping those in need during this time of blood shortages.
MAY 23, 2022
◆ The Starkville Oktibbeha School District Board of Trustees will be holding a retirement reception to honor Superintendent Eddie Peasant for his 30-year career of service in public education and to SOSD on Monday, May 23 from 4:30 p.m. until 6 p.m. at the Greensboro Center. There will be a special presentation at 5:30 p.m.