As part of his agenda to improve education outcomes in Mississippi, Republican Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann is planning to propose several policy measures to reduce the state’s chronic absenteeism rates next legislative session. Chronic absenteeism is defined as missing more … Continued
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced that five of its disaster recovery centers in Mississippi will be closing permanently, effective July 8. The centers closing are in Hancock County, Madison County, Neshoba County, and Scott County along with … Continued
As we prepare to celebrate our great country’s independence, it is important to remember the rights we enjoy each day in America, most importantly, the right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. All three of those great values … Continued
The latest addition to the Mississippi Freedom Trail has been unveiled with Hattiesburg sisters and civil rights leaders Dorie and Dr. Joyce Ladner being honored. A marker highlighting the civil rights icons was displayed to the public on Monday. Located … Continued
High riders in Mississippi will have some time to modify their vehicles before being ticketed by authorities. Though a new law banning “squatted” vehicles or those whose front bumpers are raised four or more inches above the height of the rear … Continued
A 37-year-old Biloxi man has been sentenced to 80 years in state prison for the sexual battery of children. According to Harrison County District Attorney W. Crosby Parker, Quincy Allen Hall pled guilty to two counts of sexual battery — … Continued
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A famous bounty hunter and television personality has jumped in on efforts to locate an escaped inmate out of DeSoto County. Duane Chapman, commonly known by his stage name “Dog the Bounty Hunter,” posted on social media over the weekend … Continued
A Mississippi probation officer has been arrested for her alleged role in embezzling taxpayer money. State Auditor Shad White announced on Tuesday that special agents from his office took Lacosta Lee, a contracted probation officer for Court Programs, Inc. (CPI), … Continued
Two anglers in the Magnolia State have officially been credited for reeling in record-breaking fish this year. Nathan Bosarge of Biloxi set the all-tackle record for Golden Tilefish on May 20 with a fish weighing 23 pounds, 3.2 ounces. Bosarge’s … Continued