The 2021 Legislative Session is underway, as is the process to officially codify the new Mississippi state flag. HB 1 will create a new section of the Mississippi Code to recognize the “In God We Trust” flag design adopted by … Continued
Several familiar faces will return to the Ole Miss football team for the 2021 season with a number of seniors opting to take advantage of the extra year of eligibility granted by the NCAA. Linebacker Sam Williams, defensive lineman Tariqious … Continued
The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting a record-high 91 COVID-19-related deaths. Today’s report also includes 1,767 new cases, bringing the state’s total up to 225,444. The confirmation of the *91 additional deaths, 4,975 Mississippians have now passed away … Continued
Photo courtesy of MSDH/Twitter With Mississippi continuing to receive doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, Governor Tate Reeves and state health officials have announced an update to the state’s distribution plan. Acknowledging that the rollout process across the country is taking … Continued
On Monday morning, the Mississippi Senate Democratic Caucus, led by Senate Minority Leader Derrick T. Simmons, released their goals heading into the 2021 Legislative Session, which begins on Tuesday at noon. COVID PANDEMIC RECOVERY ASSISTANCE “We will continue our work … Continued
The 2021 legislative session in Mississippi appears to be on track to begin as scheduled, according to Speaker of the House Philip Gunn. While Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann floated the idea of a possible delay after lawmakers gavel in Tuesday … Continued
As the state continues to struggle to find healthcare workers to aid with the COVID-19 pandemic, one Mississippi hospital is offering a $5,000 bonus for qualified nurses. Johnny Judson, registered nurse in charge of recruiting at Baptist Memorial Hospital – … Continued
When Congress convenes on Wednesday to certify the results of the 2020 Presidential election, one Mississippi Congressman will join the effort to block the official declaration of President-elect Joe Biden’s victory. Ever since Biden’s victory was called in the days … Continued
The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting 1,616 new cases of COVID-19. Today’s report brings the state’s total number of cases up to 223,677. With the confirmation of 13 additional deaths, 4,884 Mississippians have now passed away from the … Continued
The Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP) concluded its New Year’s holiday enforcement period which began Thursday, December 31, at 12:01 a.m. and ended Sunday, January 3 at midnight. MHP issued 6,306 citations with 184 DUI arrests. 158 motor vehicle crashes were … Continued