Photo Courtesy of Samaritan’s Purse As Mississippi hospitals struggle with rising admissions and limited resources, a nonprofit organization is bringing a field hospital to the parking garage of the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Samaritan’s Purse is setting up operations … Continued
Tropical Storm Fred is expected to make landfall along the Florida panhandle today. South Mississippi will be spared any significant impact, but there is a flood advisory in affect until 7a.m. tomorrow. Sandbags are available at several locations for residents … Continued
According to FOX News, the Taliban has gained complete control over Afghanistan, as thousands of Afghan people try to flee. Reports say at least five people have been killed at Kabul International Airport amid evacuations by U.S. Troops. Mississippi Senator … Continued
Mississippi State hit the field at Davis Wade Stadium on Saturday to scrimmage for the first time in training camp. What did Brian Hadad come away thinking about the Bulldogs? He reveals all that plus takes a a look at … Continued
Atmos Energy and Public Service Commissioner Brandon Presley have announced a natural gas rural expansion project will begin soon in an underserved area of Clay County, near Pheba. “The Public Service Commission is committed to working with utilities to bring … Continued
Photo courtesy of Delta Fuel A fuel company is brining its headquarters to Natchez. Delta Fuel, LLC, will move its headquarters from Ferriday, Louisiana to Natchez, creating 54 new jobs in the process along with a $2.75 million corporate investment. … Continued
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Vicksburg District announces that Arkabutla Lake will hold its annual Physically Challenged Deer Hunt this December. This is the 31st year for the annual draw hunt. Applications have traditionally been limited to persons … Continued
The following piece was written and submitted by State Treasurer David McRae By the time your child is nine years old, they are halfway to college. As the father of a 10-year-old, that’s a pretty startling sentence to write, but … Continued
Image above: UM alumnus Ben Napier helps install a bar top he created at McCormick’s, the new full-service restaurant and bar at The Inn at Ole Miss. Photo by Bill Dabney/UM Foundation McCormick’s bar and grill in The Inn at Ole … Continued
The leader of the Mississippi Development Authority is stepping down. A news release from Governor Tate Reeves’ office states that MDA Director John Rounsaville is stepping down effective August 31st. “Under John’s leadership, MDA administered $160 million in COVID-19 recovery … Continued