The newly released Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) 2019-20 Superintendent’s Annual Report tells the story of how students, educators, and schools persisted in their pursuit of higher academic achievement while dealing with the challenge of the COVID-19 pandemic. Report highlights: … Continued
During today’s press briefing, Governor Tate Reeves announced that those over the age of 65 and those with underlying health conditions are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. This expands the current availability which includes healthcare workers and those … Continued
Photo courtesy of Century Club Charities/Sanderson Farms Championship While the 2020 Sanderson Farms Championship looked a bit different due to the ongoing pandemic, it still managed to succeed in its goal of assisting Mississippi children in need as Century Club … Continued
Photo courtesy of State Auditor Shad White’s Office A former board member and officer with the Pearl River County Crimestoppers (PRCCS) faces embezzlement charges. According to State Auditor Shad White, Michelle McBride used her position as the Secretary/Treasurer with the PRCCS … Continued
According to the Mississippi Lottery Corporation, the Mega Millions® jackpot has increased and there is more than $1 billion combined in the Mega Millions® and Powerball® Jackpots. As of 11 a.m. CST, the Mega Millions jackpot for tonight, January 12, … Continued
While the number of new COVID-19 cases was below 2,000 for the second straight day, the Mississippi State Department of Health has confirmed *98 deaths—the highest such report since the onset of the pandemic. To date, 5,284 Mississippians have now … Continued
On Monday, Chad Wolf, acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security has announced his resignation. In his resignation letter, Wolf said, “I am saddened to take this step, as it was my intention to serve the Department until the end … Continued
Authorities are hoping that new information will lead to the identification of a young John Doe in Sharkey County. When contractors discovered a skull in a Sharkey County creek in January 2014, no other remains were found alongside it, leaving … Continued
Cessie Stringer is home rocking her newborn son thanks to the University of Mississippi Medical Center team who saved their lives. The certified nursing assistant was taken to UMMC on September 24, 2020. The mother of two, 21 weeks pregnant … Continued
For the first time, the new Mississippi state flag has been raised above the capitol, signifying a new age for the Magnolia State. Months after the events that led to the removal of the state’s former banner, Governor Tate Reeves, … Continued