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Just 10 days after it was named one of America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places, it seemed as if the demolition of the Sun-n-Sand Motor Hotel had officially begun. On Thursday afternoon, a Facebook group called “Save Jxn” posted a … Continued

Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson officially opened the new Mississippi Trade Mart to the public, with a building dedication and ceremonial ribbon cutting. “This is an historic day for the state of Mississippi,” said Commissioner Gipson. “I am … Continued

Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson officially opened the new Mississippi Trade Mart to the public, with a building dedication and ceremonial ribbon cutting. “This is an historic day for the state of Mississippi,” said Commissioner Gipson. “I am … Continued

A suspicious vehicle has been spotted in Copiah County, approaching young children.  The Sheriff’s Department has issued the following warning to parents: It has been brought to our attention that a vehicle similar to the make/model/color (light blue) of the … Continued

President Donald Trump announced on social media that he and First Lady Melania Trump have tested positive for coronavirus. The President said, “The First Lady and I tested positive for COVID-19. We will begin our quarantine and recovery process immediately. … Continued

The Mississippi Department of Transportation is warning you to be on the lookout for deer on Mississippi roadways.  In 2019 alone, there were over 4,000 deer-related crashes in the state, and according to MDOT, deer become more active and visible … Continued

Frank Bordeaux has officially been named the new Chairman of the Mississippi Republican Party following now-former Chairman Lucien Smith’s decision to step down.  Bourdeaux was selected by the members of the Mississippi State Republican Party Executive Committee today after he … Continued

Photo courtesy of Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith’s Office Wednesday, Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith met with President Trump’s nominee to fill the seat on the Supreme Court vacated by the late-Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg—Amy Coney Barrett.  Following the meeting, the Senator reiterated her … Continued

For what appears to be the last time this calendar year, the Mississippi State Legislature will reconvene Thursday morning. According to the state’s two chamber leaders, lawmakers have two main items on the agenda: (1) adjust any CARES Act appropriations … Continued