It was a story that angered and touched many. A 2-year-old little boy was abandoned at Goodwill Industries in Southaven with only a note and a bag containing a change of clothes. Monday morning, Southaven police turned to social media … Continued
Photo courtesy of MFC The Mississippi Forestry Commission is warning that South Mississippi is “under attack” from an invasive weed. The MFC explained that cogongrass—one of the top 10 most invasive weeds in the world— is spreading across the southern … Continued
Photo courtesy of UMMC Nine months after Mississippi’s first confirmed case of COVID-19, the state’s top medical experts became the first residents of the Magnolia State to receive the highly-anticipated vaccine. During a Zoom press conference, State Health Officer Dr. … Continued
An audit conducted by State Auditor Shad White’s office has uncovered what he called “widespread problems” within the Holmes County Consolidated School District. According to White, Holmes County taxpayers footed the bill for an “adults only,” “B.Y.O.B.” party and overpaid … Continued
The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting 1,648 new cases of COVID-19. Today’s report brings the state’s total number of cases up to 181,095. With the confirmation of 5 additional deaths, 4,204 Mississippians have now passed away from the … Continued
A South Mississippi mayor has passed away from COVID-19-related complications. Following a two-week hospitalization, the city of Wiggins and family members confirmed on social media Monday morning that Mayor Joel Miles passed away. A recent post from Mayor Miles’ wife … Continued
The Christmas culprit was brought in after stealing a skiff and leading marine patrol in a pursuit that ended when he ran aground. The ‘Goula Grinch’s 60 year sentence was suspended, and he’s been ordered to serve 300 hours of … Continued
The advanced manufacturing sector in Mississippi provides thousands of jobs, supports our state through tax revenue generated, supports local communities through donations, and create products that are essential in our everyday lives, from personal transportation to national security. Advanced manufacturing … Continued
Photo courtesy of MSU Athletics Story by SportsTalk Mississippi’s Brian Hadad It seemed there was a buzz around Mississippi State this past week, having shown some improvement offensively in its previous two games, and taking on an Auburn that had … Continued
The following is an op-ed written and provided by U.S. Senator Roger Wicker of Mississippi. This year has brought challenges that few could have imagined. The coronavirus pandemic has upended daily routines and claimed more than 275,000 American lives. Last … Continued