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Authorities in Rankin County seized $160,000 worth of cocaine during a traffic stop Tuesday.  A Rankin County Interdiction Deputy stopped a vehicle traveling east on I-20 Tuesday. During the stop, the behavior of the driver and the two passengers led … Continued

Tyson Foods has announced a major investment at its Vicksburg facility.  Tyson is investing $61 million in its Vicksburg poultry plant which produces fully-cooked chicken products for foodservice and retail customers. The expansion will increase production capacity of chicken products … Continued

At 5 p.m. this afternoon, the gates will officially open for the 162nd Mississippi State Fair for the ‘Sneak-A-Peek’ event ahead of the first full day of the fair on Thursday. Back with all the rides, food and entertainment, the … Continued

Incidences of lung cancer have dropped by 7% in Mississippi over the last five years, according to the American Lung Association.  Unfortunately lung cancer rates in our state are still higher than the national average. The Office of Tobacco Control … Continued

As Congress attempts to reach a consensus on legislation reauthorizing the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee to advocate for the inclusion of language that better protects victims of domestic violence and … Continued

Biloxi and Harrison County are within their rights to construct a pier at Veteran’s Avenue without a tidelands lease from the Secretary of State, according to a ruling filed Monday by Harrison County Chancery Court Judge Jennifer Schloegel.  Michael Watson’s … Continued

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Tuesday, the Mississippi State Fire Academy (MSFA), along with the Mississippi Firefighters Association (MSFFA), and Mississippi Fire Chiefs Association (MSFCA) honored those who paid the ultimate price in the line of duty. The Fallen Firefighter Memorial was held on the grounds of … Continued