The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting 2,175 new cases of COVID-19. Today’s report—which follows a record-high 3,255 on Thursday—brings the state’s total up to 233,665. With the confirmation of *40 additional deaths, 5,101 Mississippians have now passed away … Continued
Nearly $200 million of funding from the CDC has been allocated to Mississippi to support COVID-19 testing and vaccination-related activities. Announced by Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith, the funding comes as the result of the relief package passed by Congress in late … Continued
Plans to start giving the COVID vaccine to those 65 and older may have to be pushed back to the week of the 18th. State Health Officer Dr. Thomas Dobbs says by then, there will be more places to get … Continued
The city of Moss Point is one of several cities across the nation to receive similar threats this week. Mayor Mario King shared the threat sent by email, and warned the city’s residents, “we must take all foolishness and foolish … Continued
(Image courtesy of the City of Biloxi) As the Mississippi Gulf Coast continues to recover from the damage caused by Hurricane Zeta, six counties are now eligible for Disaster Unemployment Assistance. Announced by the Mississippi Department of Employment Security, individuals … Continued
The Mega Millions jackpot for Friday, January 8, has jumped from an estimated annuity jackpot of $490 million to $510 million! The new cash value is now estimated at $377.4 million. Mega Millions and Powerball have combined jackpots of nearly … Continued
The Mississippi Department of Public Safety is announcing the launch of the ‘Mississippi’s Most Wanted’ list. Compiled by the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation and local law enforcement agencies throughout the state, the list consists of ten of Mississippi’s most wanted … Continued
Mississippi Congressman Bennie G. Thompson, Chairman of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on the breach at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday: Image courtesy of Mississippi Congressman Bennie Thompson What occurred yesterday at our nation’s Capitol was … Continued
Photo Courtesy of U.S. Attorney Mike Hurst With President Trump’s term coming to an end, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Mississippi Mike Hurst has announced his resignation. Hurst submitted his resignation to President Trump and Acting Attorney General … Continued
The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting 3,255 new COVID-19 cases—setting a new record high in terms of a one-day increase. The latest report brings the state’s total number of cases up to 231,490. With the confirmation of 48 … Continued