This afternoon, Governor Tate Reeves held a press briefing as COVID-19 cases in Mississippi and across the country continue to rise. The Department of Health has reported at least 650 new cases of COVID-19 each day this week, and 570 … Continued
Earlier this week, the Mississippi Legislature passed a bill that will “step up and help” those affected by human trafficking. House Bill 1559, which was authored by Speaker Philip Gunn, will provide services for victims of human trafficking and sexual … Continued
The Commissioner of the Mississippi Department of Revenue (DOR) has officially retired, effective Tuesday, June 30th. Governor Tate Reeves made the announcement via Twitter this morning by saying, “DOR Commissioner Herb Frierson sent me his letter of resignation late yesterday … Continued
The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting 653 new cases of COVID-19. At least 650 new cases have been reported each day this week, with today’s report bringing the state’s total up to 27,900 cases. 1,082 Mississippians have passed … Continued
As the year 2020 started out, the Mississippi Department of Corrections took the heat in the first month. Inmates were killing and getting killed with gang activity picking up in prisons across the state especially at Parchman. But then things … Continued
Limited office visits will begin in July for individuals on probation, parole, house arrest, or other forms of community supervision. Community supervision also includes earned release supervision (ERS), conditional medical release (CMR), an interstate compact, which covers individuals convicted in … Continued
With more COVID-19-related questions than answers at this time, the Mississippi High School Activities Association is keeping all options on the table with the 2020 high school football season quickly approaching. During a Tuesday meeting of the MHSAA executive council, … Continued
On Sunday, the Mississippi Legislature made history with the passage of HB 1796, which retires the current state flag, and today, Governor Tate Reeves solidified that piece of history with his signature. Reeves previously admitted that he was “torn” on … Continued
The Mississippi Braves will not be having a 2020 season. Earlier today, Minor League Baseball announced that the entire 2020 season will be cancelled due to concerns from the novel coronavirus. “I want to thank all of the great M-Braves … Continued
In 2014, Phil Bryant led the effort to add “In God We Trust” to the Mississippi state seal, and now, the former governor is all on board to add those same four words to a new state flag. “I think … Continued